Irresistible Easter Side Dishes for Brunch & Dinner

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Get ready to wow your guests this Easter with sides like Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes—rich, creamy, and oh-so-delicious—and crispy, cheesy Cheesy Crispy Baked Green Beans. Add a sweet touch with Maple Glazed Carrots with Goat Cheese & Pistachios and freshen things up with Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad. For a little extra indulgence, Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are the way to go, while Angel Biscuits are perfect for sopping up every bite. Toss in a refreshing Toasted Almond & Blueberry Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese + Blueberry Balsamic Vinaigrette and some Dutch Baby (German Pancakes) for the win—this spread is guaranteed to impress!

Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad

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Get ready for a chorus of “oohs,” “ahhs,” and “OMGs” when you place this stunning Tomato Salad at the heart of your Easter buffet. Its vibrant colors bring the whole spread together, and the oregano vinaigrette is simply out of this world!
Get the Recipe: Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad

Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes

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Turn ordinary mashed potatoes into a rich, buttery masterpiece with this browned butter mashed potatoes recipe. With a deep, nutty flavor, it’s the perfect addition to holiday feasts, cozy weeknight dinners, or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish!
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Toasted Almond & Blueberry Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese + Blueberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

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This beautiful blueberry arugula salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Packed with super fruits and nuts, it’s finished off with goat cheese and a delicious blueberry balsamic vinaigrette. It’s a great option for a light lunch, side dish, or meal prep.
Get the Recipe: Toasted Almond & Blueberry Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese + Blueberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

Cheesy Crispy Baked Green Beans

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Looking for a delicious and easy side dish to add to your holiday table? These cheesy crispy baked green beans are the perfect way to get your family to eat their veggies! The panko bread crumb and cheese topping add a delightful crunch and flavor that everyone will love.
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Tabbouleh

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This authentic Tabbouleh recipe is a refreshing Lebanese salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with bulgur, parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh herbs, it’s a healthy and flavorful side dish that everyone will love.
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Melting Potatoes

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These melting potatoes by The Cookie Rookie are the ultimate side dish that goes with practically any meal! Soft and tender, these roasted potatoes are dripping with butter and seasoned with garlic, thyme and herbs. This recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser for any holiday or gathering!
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Maple Glazed Carrots with Goat Cheese & Pistachios

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These maple glazed carrots are a delicious and easy side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Topped with creamy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios, they’re sure to be a hit! Plus, they’re gluten-free, grain-free, and low-carb.
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Dutch Baby (German Pancakes)

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This Dutch Baby recipe creates a stunning and delicious breakfast centerpiece. With its light custard base, fluffy edges, and rich buttery flavor, it’s sure to impress. Top with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar for a truly memorable treat.
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Tuna Tartare

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This tuna tartare recipe is quick, easy, and perfect as an appetizer for any occasion. Made with fresh tuna, a simple marinade, and ready in minutes, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s gluten-free and keto-friendly, so everyone can enjoy!
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Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

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Spice up your holiday side dish game with these Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes! The combination of smoked gouda and chipotle chile sauce adds a delicious kick to the classic comfort food. This gluten-free and vegetarian dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering.
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Angel Biscuits

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These Angel Biscuits are golden, buttery, fluffy, light, and moist, making them the perfect bread roll for any meal. Bake them in a skillet or on a baking sheet for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve them for the holidays, or with any meal year-round.
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Quick Crispy Cauliflower

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Looking for a quick and flavorful side dish? This recipe for Quick Crispy Cauliflower is ready in under 30 minutes and is packed with flavor from curry powder and a hint of maple syrup. Top with fresh cilantro, toasted almonds, and tahini for a dish that will make you fall in love with cauliflower all over again!

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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