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16 Lazy Easter Side Dishes for an Easy Holiday Feast

Try these simple, yet crowd-pleasing sides.

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Published on March 28, 2025

A serving of sliced southern candied sweet potatoes — Photo:
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

When Easter comes around, so do all the seasonal holiday foods we know and love. Hearty mains like ham and lamb, bright vegetables, and all the jelly beans and Cadbury Creme Eggs we can eat. If you're planning an Easter feast this year, you're going to need a few sides. To help, we've rounded up 16 simple Easter sides to go with your brunch, lunch, or dinner. These easy recipes all use just a handful of ingredients and come together without much effort—so you can save your energy for the star of the show, the main course.

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Pineapple Casserole

Close up on a heaping spoonful of Southern pineapple casserole. — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This pineapple casserole is a Southern staple," says Allrecipes member bex. "I serve it at all my cookouts and it's always a favorite. It's my grandmother's recipe that she used to make every Easter."

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Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes

close up view of Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes in a pan — Robert Guimont

"These beans are briefly boiled and tossed with cherry tomatoes in a buttery basil sauce to make the most yummy green beans ever," says Allrecipes member STARNETSA. "We serve these at Easter Dinner every year but are a delicious accent to any meal."

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Maple Glazed Carrots

Baby carrots in white bowl seasoned with salt and pepper in maple syrup glaze — France C

What's better than sweet and salty glazed carrots? "I was going to take a photo to post but the carrots were so good, I ate them before I could snap the photo," says reviewer HAZELNUT.

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Asparagus Wrapped in Crisp Prosciutto

Crispy prosciutto-wrapped asparagus served on a white plate with blue napkin. — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus is an extremely easy and elegant appetizer or side dish everyone loves," says Allrecipes member Teresa Haider. "Fresh asparagus spears are wrapped in prosciutto, then baked until crispy. A great dish to make ahead, and bake just before serving."

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Brussels Sprouts Gratin

close up view of Brussels Sprouts Gratin in a bowl with cheese — Cynthia LaFourcade

"I've made this recipe many times, and sometimes even Brussels Sprouts haters end up asking for seconds," says reviewer nanandand. "I tweak the recipe from time to time but the basic recipe is fine just the way it is."

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Easter Fruit Salad

Creamy fruit salad with mixed fruits in a decorative bowl. — Morgan Glaze / Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

"This creamy fresh fruit salad for Easter is so easy to prepare, and it's kid friendly too," says Allrecipes member Shastina Blaylock. If you are looking for a refreshing recipe to serve with dinner, this is the one.

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Potatoes and Peppers

potatoes and peppers

"Whether roasted or sautéed, potatoes and peppers are a classic—they're easy, filling, and very tasty," says Allrecipes member littlehemmy. "I served this as a side with grilled shrimp and corn on the cob and it was a huge hit. It would also be good at breakfast instead of hash browns."

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Steamed Artichokes

close up view of Artichokes on a blue plate with lemon wedges and sauce — Nanby

"This was amazing. I have been making stuffed artichokes for a while now and this tastes SO MUCH BETTER," says reviewer Momof2. "Very simple and easy to do. I do cut the choke in half to make it easier to serve later. I also served it with a garlic butter. Delicious."

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Bourbon Glazed Carrots

Bourbon Glazed Carrots

"A yummy, buttery glazed carrots recipe," says Allrecipes member Flipper. "You only need 3 ingredients for the glaze: brown sugar, butter, and bourbon."

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Spinach and Strawberry Salad

Spinach and Strawberry Salad

"Took this to an Easter dinner, got great compliments! Excellent flavors and dressing consistency," says reviewer Amanda. "Fresh strawberries really make this a fun salad. Next time I make it, I'll be sure to get baby spinach. The flavors and textures really deserve a more delicate leaf than the leathery old regular spinach I used this time."

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Baked Asparagus with Balsamic Butter Sauce

Close up on a plate of baked asparagus with balsamic butter sauce. — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Covered in a simple sauce, these asparagus spears go well with any meal," says Allrecipes member CAE. "Fresh asparagus is baked until tender, then dressed with a blend of butter, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar."

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Buttery Garlic Green Beans

a super close up view of a bowl full of buttery garlic green beans — DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

"This is one of my most favorite ways to make green beans," says reviewer Sarah Jo. "I like to add a little finely minced onion to the skillet with the garlic as well. I usually double this recipe because my family inhales it."

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Spanakorizo

Spanakorizo

"A fabulous Greek rice dish with dill, spinach, and lemon," says Allrecipes member Julie Barracato. "Accompanies lamb deliciously as well as a side of a cool refreshing cucumber sauce...Enjoy."

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Roasted Sweets

Roasted Sweets

"This is one of my favorites," says Allrecipes member Erica Brown. "It is paleo-friendly and makes a great addition to a holiday meal, brunch, potluck, or nice supper. It is also good as a leftover!"

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Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts

looking down at a bowl of roasted brussels sprouts — Carson Downing / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Joseph Wanek

"This easy Brussels sprouts recipe lets the natural sweetness of the Brussels shine by simply roasting them with olive oil and salt," says Allrecipes member Nourishing Greens. "They're delicious for the holidays and go great with just about any main course!"

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Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes

A serving of sliced southern candied sweet potatoes — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Candied sweet potatoes are a Southern side dish usually served at Thanksgiving and Easter, but delicious anytime," says Allrecipes member Pam Reed. "Learn how to make these delicious sweet potatoes the Southern way with this traditional recipe."

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Herb crusted rack of lamb sliced and sitting on a cutting board. — Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

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