Easter main course dishes grab the most attention during the spring festive season, while the side dishes are somewhat neglected. But that won’t happen with these showstopper, and easy side dishes for Easter, whether it is a meal packed with ham and lamb or overloaded with fun veggies. We bring you the 15 best Easter side dishes that will steal the show. From crispy smashed potatoes to colorful salads, these time-saving recipes have your back anytime and are ready to be served at a fun Easter gathering and beyond.

Melting Potatoes

These melting potatoes are creamy on the inside and crunchy and crispy on the outside. All you need is butter, potatoes, and salt for a tempting Easter side dish, which is a version of roasted potatoes. Find the full recipe.

Skillet-Roasted Carrots

Give your carrots a tender twist and make these skillet-roasted carrots. It includes a simple roasting process and caramelizing the carrots. You can add herbs for aroma, a pinch of salt and pepper, and a drizzle of honey and vinegar to enhance the flavor. Find the full recipe.

 Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms

Sautéed garlic mushrooms are rich in flavor and can be served as an Easter side dish. You only need a few simple ingredients to prep this Easter food, such as mushrooms, garlic, butter, salt, Italian seasoning, soya sauce, and fresh herbs. Find the full recipe.

Crispy Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes

This Easter, try this quick and easy crispy garlic butter smashed potatoes recipe and let your taste buds burst with flavor. It will take you only 50 minutes to make it if you have all the ingredients, such as potatoes, grated garlic, salted butter, and rosemary. Find the full recipe.

Creamed Spinach

This creamed spinach is a simple yet effortlessly delicious side dish to serve on Easter. You will need the following ingredients: spinach, salt and pepper, butter, onion, garlic, and heavy cream to whip up this easy meal full of goodness. Find the full recipe.

Cabbage Steaks

Treat all your vegetarian friends to this game-changer cabbage steak. Tender in the middle and crispy on the sides, the cabbage steaks are utterly mouth-watering. They are a fast and laid-back Easter side dish to try this spring. Find the full recipe.

Hasselback Potatoes

Potatoes are versatile and can be prepared in so many delightful ways. But making this hearty hasselback potato recipe is such an amazing way to upgrade your side dish game this Easter. This recipe makes the potatoes crunchy on the outside and delicate on the inside. It is a Swedish dish that takes its name from Hasselbacken, a restaurant in Stockholm where it was first served. Find the full recipe.

Spinach and Strawberry Salad

If you are craving something delectable and heartwarming, then you can’t go wrong with this spinach and strawberry salad. You can prepare this Easter salad using sliced strawberries, vegetable oil, white sugar, vinegar, and sesame seeds for a quick and healthy side dish that everybody will adore. Find the full recipe.

Squash Casserole

Packed with summer squash and drizzled with crunchy crackers and melted cheese, squash casserole is a comforting side dish that is a must-try this spring. For this scrumptious meal, all you need is a yellow squash, a yellow onion, olive oil, salt, eggs, and sour cream. Find the full recipe.

Rainbow Salad

A comfy Easter morning calls for a comfy meal, and this flavor-packed rainbow salad is just perfect as an Easter side dish to start your day with. To prep this Easter salad, you need sweet potatoes, red cabbage, carrots, lentils, and all the greens you can get. Find the full recipe.

Asparagus Soup

The creamy asparagus soup is closest to tasting spring. It’s a perfect spring recipe made using asparagus, peas, and leeks, exhibiting bright green color and fresh flavors to make the coming of spring even more scrumptious. Try this recipe for Easter and let the fun begin. Find the full recipe.

Garlic Knots

Looking for a quick Easter side recipe? Then give these garlic knots a try. These homemade garlic knots are a must-try, soft, chewy, and richly packed with garlic flavor. These knots are easy to make, and you can garnish them with toppings like parsley, red pepper flakes, flaky salt, and parmesan cheese. Find the full recipe.

Nicoise Salad

If you enjoy salad more than anything, then try this nicoise salad packed with veggies and lots of goodness. It includes olives, artichokes, capers, and lemon vinaigrette for a tangy flavor. The salad looks good for Easter, but tastes even better. Find the full recipe.  

Mississippi Mud Potatoes

Just a spoonful of these Mississippi mud potatoes is enough to take you on a heavenly ride. The recipe combines diced potatoes, tangy cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and scallions. All these ingredients are cooked in a creamy sauce for the casserole. Find the full recipe.

Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Carrots

Get your Easter table ready with these roasted garlic-parmesan carrots. Have roasted carrots covered in umami-packed parmesan and a touch of lemon for a tangy flavor. You won’t be able to resist this irresistibly delicious side dish. Find the full recipe.  

Try any or all of these Easter side dishes and let us know which one is your favorite. Happy cooking and happy Easter!