Flavor-Packed Easter Sides You’ll Be Dreaming About

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Easter dinner isn’t just about the main dish—it’s the sides that steal the show! From Southern Baked Mac and Cheese to Garlicky Roasted Potatoes, these recipes bring all the comfort and flavor. Add a little zing with Pineapple Mango Habanero Salsa, or keep it classic with Roasted Asparagus. Feeling fancy? A slice of Ricotta and Spinach Pie will do the trick. And for those who love a twist, Spanakorizo and Moroccan Roasted Vegetables with Chickpeas bring bold, delicious flavors to the table. Let’s load up those plates!

WHOLE30 ROASTED POTATOES AND CARROTS

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A bowl of roasted red potatoes and carrots garnished with fresh rosemary, resting on a striped cloth.
Image Credit: Organically Addison

Whole30 Roasted Potatoes and Carrots are the perfect balance of hearty and crispy—because nothing beats veggies that are tender inside, golden outside, and packed with flavor!

To learn more: WHOLE30 ROASTED POTATOES AND CARROTS

Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

A spoonful of cheesy, creamy baked macaroni and cheese, with golden brown, bubbling cheese on top, ready to be served.
Image Credit: Chenee Today

Creamy Southern Baked Mac and Cheese is pure comfort in a dish, made extra rich with a secret ingredient that takes it to the next level—because the best mac and cheese should always be unforgettable!

To learn more: Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

Spanakorizo: Greek Spinach and Rice

A serving of creamy spinach risotto on a pale blue plate, garnished and served with lemon slices in the background.
Image Credit: Chef’s Pencil

Spanakorizo is a simple yet flavorful Greek classic—tender rice and wilted spinach cooked to perfection with herbs, lemon, and olive oil for a dish that’s humble but seriously satisfying!

To learn more: Spanakorizo: Greek Spinach and Rice

Roasted Asparagus

A plate of beautifully roasted asparagus drizzled with a savory garlic sauce, garnished with chopped nuts.
Image Credit: 100 Days of Real Food

Roasted Asparagus is the ultimate side—crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with garlicky goodness. Quick, easy, and ready to pair with anything from steak to pasta!

To learn more: Roasted Asparagus

Ricotta and Spinach Pie – Easy 3-Cheese Recipe

A freshly baked spinach quiche with a golden-brown crust, garnished by vibrant flowers on the side.
Image Credit: Enza’s Quail Hollow Kitchen

Ricotta and Spinach Pie is an Italian classic, where creamy ricotta and tender spinach meet inside a golden, flaky crust—perfect as a snack, side, or the star of your meal!

To learn more: Ricotta and Spinach Pie – Easy 3-Cheese Recipe

Pineapple Mango Habanero Salsa

Colorful mango salsa with diced mango, bell peppers, onions, and cilantro, served in a decorative clear bowl with a spoon.
Image Credit: We Eat At Last

Pineapple Mango Habanero Salsa is a fiery-sweet masterpiece, blending juicy mangoes, pineapple, zesty lime, and just the right kick of habanero heat—because boring salsa is not an option!

To learn more: Pineapple Mango Habanero Salsa

Moroccan Roasted Vegetables with Chickpeas

A bowl of colorful roasted vegetables, including orange sweet potatoes, red and yellow bell peppers, garnished with fresh herbs.
Image Credit: Seasons in the Kitchen

Moroccan Roasted Vegetables with Chickpeas bring the heat with harissa and a mix of perfectly roasted butternut squash, carrots, peppers, and onion—bold, flavorful, and ready for any meal from meal prep to side dish status!

To learn more: Moroccan Roasted Vegetables with Chickpeas

Mediterranean Salad with Roasted Potatoes

A creamy bowl of roasted potatoes mixed with red onions, olives, herbs, and feta cheese, garnished with fresh dill.
Image Credit: Chef’s Pencil

Mediterranean Salad with Roasted Potatoes takes crispy, golden potatoes and tosses them with feta, Kalamata olives, and fresh dill for a flavorful, herb-packed twist on a classic—because who says salads have to be leafy?

To learn more: Mediterranean Salad with Roasted Potatoes

Garlicky Roasted Potatoes 

Golden, crispy roasted potatoes garnished with chopped herbs, served in a white bowl, showcasing a appetizing texture and shine.
Image Credit: A Sweet Alternative

Garlicky Roasted Potatoes with Fresh Herbs are a crispy, golden dream for garlic lovers—easy to make, packed with flavor, and the perfect side for any meal, holiday or not!

To learn more: Garlicky Roasted Potatoes 

Ultimate Potato Salad

A bowl of creamy potato salad topped with chopped herbs, red pepper flakes, and surrounded by celery and a brown egg on a wooden surface.
Image Credit: The Cookin Chicks

ULTIMATE Potato Salad lives up to its name with tender potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy celery, and onion, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing that brings it all together!

To learn more: Ultimate Potato Salad

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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