Today I’m sharing my top 15 Thanksgiving side dishes. Whether you’re craving mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, or a great fall salad, there’s plenty here to help you plan the feast.
Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Let’s make this Thanksgiving the tastiest EVER. I suggest getting your family to pitch in to make some side dishes for the best meal of the year.
Special occasion dinners call for Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel! This slightly indulgent side dish is a family favorite and goes great with turkey or any protein.
Make-Ahead Holiday Mashed Potatoescombine russet potatoes with butter, cream cheese, half and half, and seasonings. These creamy potatoes are easy to make ahead of time and are a perfect holiday side dish!
Candied Pecan Salad with Apples is perfect for serving a big group of people. Baby spinach, red onion, feta cheese, Craisins, honey crisp apples, and candied pecans – topped with an apple cider vinaigrette! So good!
Cheesy Cauliflower Steaks use a steam and roast process that guarantees the most tender cauliflower steaks. Add a spice rub and a combo of parmesan and white cheddar cheese for the most delicious cauliflower topping!
Harvest Apple Salad combines lettuce greens with bacon, candied walnuts, goat cheese, red onion, and Honey Crisp apple slices with a delicious balsamic dressing. The perfect fall salad with bursts of flavor in every single bite!
Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes are simple, buttery, and a perfect holiday side dish. Using an instant pot to cook these frees up your oven for all the other sides!
Spinach Salad with Honey Dijon Dressing is the perfect salad for entertaining or for any weeknight meal. Easy to prepare, hearty enough for the biggest appetite, and the tangy dressing adds an extra punch of flavor. I've been making this for several years and it never gets old!
Rice Dressing combines long-grain brown rice with sausage and mushrooms and is super tasty. This healthier side dish is a delicious holiday staple but also makes a nice weeknight meal!
Roasted Asparagus is a go-to side dish in my kitchen. Adding some prosciutto and parmesan makes it extra tasty, and your family will be asking for seconds!
Green Bean Almondine with Bacon elevates fresh green beans with the addition of crunchy almonds and crispy bacon. A simple side dish that is both elegant and delicious!
Raspberry Pretzel Salad is a long-time family favorite, combining a pretzel crust with cream cheese and jello layers. This universal recipe is the perfect addition to any meal, as a side or dessert!
Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes are perfect for both entertaining or for any weeknight dinner. This colorful side dish combines roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes, crispy bacon, and a delicious Balsamic drizzle.
Fall is the perfect season for Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce. My simple recipe combines apples, some fresh lemon juice, a bit of sugar, and cinnamon. We love this applesauce warm, but it's great cold out of the refrigerator too!
Best Creamy Corn Casserole is an old family recipe, consisting of just six ingredients. Simple and indulgent, this one is usually on a special occasion menu at our home.
Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad combines roasted butternut squash, quinoa, green onions, shaved almonds, Craisins, and a simple Honey Dijon Dressing. This healthy fall recipe can be served warm or cold, and makes a perfect special occasion side dish!
