Get ready to elevate your Thanksgiving feast with a variety of delicious sides that are sure to impress and would be a flavorful addition to your Thanksgiving menu! As we approach this year’s Thanksgiving (Do you know what day Thanksgiving is this year?), consider adding classic favorites like creamy mashed potatoes and buttery dinner rolls, along with unique twists like maple-roasted carrots and Brussels sprouts with bacon. I even have some macaroni and cheese options!
Whether you’re craving savory stuffing, fresh vegetable dishes, or sweet, golden cornbread, these recipes will add flavor and flair to your holiday spread. Dive into this collection of sides that will make your Thanksgiving unforgettable (and delicious)!
In this list of 100+ Thanksgiving sides recipes you will get tested and perfected recipes for:
Carrots
Brussels Sprouts
Corn
More Vegetables
Mashed Potatoes
Gravy, Sauces, and Condiments
Dressing & Stuffings
Scalloped Potatoes
Roasted Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes, Yams, and Squash
Casseroles (Like Green Bean!)
Macaroni & Cheese
Corn Breads
Rolls & Breads
Biscuits
Salads
Carrots
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Roasted Carrots
Brown Sugar and Rosemary Roasted Carrots are a family favorite all year long. We especially love this recipe in the fall and winter as the rosemary is earthy, comforting, and the perfect complement to a carrot!
Air Fryer Carrots are a delicious way to prepare and enjoy carrots as a side dish, with added rosemary for an earthy, comforting complement to the vegetable.
Crispy Parmesan Carrots are a delicious and tasty side dish featuring carrots' natural sweetness and parmesan cheese's savory taste. They are easy to prepare and a fantastic way to add flavor to any meal!
Roasted Brussels Sprouts are oven-roasted Brussels sprouts that have been coated with olive oil, salt, and pepper for an easy, but delicious vegetable side dish.
Smashed Brussels Sprouts are a delicious side dish made from seasoned Brussels sprouts that have been smashed, covered with parmesan cheese, and baked in the oven. It is such a flavorful way to enjoy the vegetable!
Shredded Brussels Sprouts are a tasty side dish made with finely shredded Brussels sprouts that are roasted in the oven and tossed with bacon and parmesan cheese.
Brown butter brussels sprouts. Roasted just enough to slightly soften and drizzled with a nutty brown butter sauce. This will become your go-to brussels sprouts side dish for any occasion, big or small.
Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts are a fun way to eat your veggies! Crisp maple and brown sugar-glazed bacon wrapped around mouth-watering Brussels sprouts.
These Brussels sprouts in Maple Bourbon Sauce are packed with a glorious combination of bacon and candied pecans! Amazing enough to be served on their own yet perfect with a big hearty dinner.
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with our Sweet Sriracha Brussels Sprouts recipe. Roasted to crispy perfection and drizzled with a flavorful honey Sriracha glaze!
Get ready to fall in love with Hot Honey Skillet Corn! This delicious side dish combines sweet corn with a spicy honey glaze for a perfect blend of flavors.
Southern Corn Pudding combines the sweetness of cornbread mix, creamed corn, and corn kernels with the creaminess of sour cream and melted cheese. It is as easy to make as it is delicious and flavorful, perfect to add to your Thanksgiving menus! But, it's not just for the holidays; it can also be an easy side dish to serve year-round, for potlucks, or anytime you are craving it.
Green Beans Almondine is a vegetable side dish with crisp, tender green beans mixed with sauteed onions, toasted almonds, and garlic. The combination of fresh green beans, almonds, and buttery goodness creates a wonderful medley of flavors and textures, making Green Beans Almondine a timeless addition to any meal.
Roasted Parmesan Green Beans are the perfect side dish to go with any meal. Crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, every bite loaded with flavor.Â
Try this delicious recipe for Sweet and Spicy Green Beans. Oven-roasted with a honey and sriracha glaze, these green beans are the perfect vegetable side dish!
Elevate your mashed potatoes with these flavorful Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Creamy red potatoes blended with oven-roasted garlic for a rich, delicious side dish!
Loaded Mashed Potatoes are a rich, flavorful variation to classic mashed potatoes with added bacon and cheddar cheese, baked, then topped with chives and sour cream. Be sure to add it to both your Thanksgiving and Christmas menus, and be ready for everyone to ask for the recipe!
Homemade Brown Gravy Mix is a dry gravy mix that combines pantry staples that you probably already have on hand to create a flavorful base for rich brown gravy. There is no need to go out and buy a packet of dry gravy mix when you can make a batch to have on hand for up to a year! And, you can even make the gravy without any meat drippings.
This gravy is quite simple to do in that it is made the same way you make traditional turkey gravy. One extra step is added when making the turkey that sets this amazing gravy recipe apart!
Easy Cranberry Sauce is a simple and flavorful side dish that combines the natural tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of pineapples and a hint of citrus from orange zest. It is an upgrade from the canned sauce, perfect to add to your Thanksgiving Menu or any holiday feast!
So you actually came here looking for a GOOD stuffing recipe, right? Well, you are in the right place. This stuffing recipe is one that has been perfected over many years of trial, error, and feedback from family and friends.
Wild Rice Stuffing combines the earthy flavor of wild rice with crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and a mix of herbs and spices, creating a flavorful and satisfying side dish!
If you don’t want ooey gooey cheese covering every single nook and cranny of your scalloped potatoes then look away. These Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are perfection!
Take your scalloped potatoes to the next level with Fried Onion Scalloped Potatoes. Creamy cheese sauce, crispy fried onions – a delicious twist on a classic recipe.
These cheese covered Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes are going to blow your mind. Piles of fresh cut potatoes, covered in creamy melty cheese, pair perfectly with any meal! If you are looking for other great side dishes, make sure to check out my garlic and parmesan roasted asparagus!
These Gruyere Scalloped Potatoes are a definite crowd-pleaser! Loads of glorious Gruyere cheese melting into thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes and covered in bacon and thyme.
Roasted Potatoes are an easy, but flavorful side dish made with seasoned baby potatoes roasted in the oven until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Roasted Potato Wedges are an amazing side dish to accompany any meal! These potatoes are perfectly seasoned and the process of oven-roasting brings their natural flavor to a whole new level!
Discover the recipe for French Onion Funeral Potatoes, a delicious twist on the classic cheesy potato casserole with a homemade crispy onion topping! AMAZING!
French Onion Roasted Potatoes combine oven-roasted red potatoes with a rich and flavorful French onion sauce, topped with cheese! It may be my new favorite way to eat potatoes! Seriously, these were devoured in no time at all!
Discover the perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors in these Maple Chipotle Roasted Sweet Potatoes. A flavorful, easy-to-make side dish with a touch of spice!
No need to wait until Holidays to serve up these buttery and creamy mashed sweet potatoes! With just five simple ingredients you can serve up a side dish that everyone will love!
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are lightly seasoned sticks of sweet potatoes cooked in the air fryer until crispy on the outside with a soft and tender inside. They are a fantastic side dish or snack option for anyone looking to enjoy a healthier alternative to traditional fried potatoes. Or, perfect for those who simply love sweet potatoes! You can also make these in the oven!
Easy Candied Yams (sweet potatoes) are a quick way to serve up this popular side dish this holiday season with no peeling and slicing potatoes required! If you can open a can of sweet potatoes, you can get this dish made! In fact, it is so easy that you may want to serve it all year, and not just for your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner menus.
Try this irresistible recipe for Maple Bacon Butternut Squash. Oven-roasted with maple syrup, crispy bacon, and a touch of parsley, it's the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving and beyond!
I hesitated in sharing my family’s coveted Green Bean Casserole recipe as it is SO easy, some may doubt how good it is! But trust me, a few simple ingredients are all you need to make this Thanksgiving staple.
Bacon Green Bean Casserole is a classic holiday side dish made with fresh green beans, crispy bacon, and a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with homemade fried onions. It's a flavorful upgrade to the Campbell's green bean casserole you have probably had many times! Be sure to add this to your Thanksgiving menu and impress your guests!
Sweet Potato Casserole is the perfect holiday side dish. Savory and sweet combine in such a unique way! Creamy mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, topped with a homemade marshmallow meringue!
Macaroni and Cheese is the cheesiest you can make and will keep you from ever buying boxed mac and cheese again! This recipe gives you a super creamy meal that both kids and adults will crave.
Country Cornbread is a country-style cornbread baked in a cast iron skillet for a golden-brown crust, a slightly crumbly texture, and the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. It's a versatile side, perfect plain with butter, drizzled with honey, paired with savory dishes like chili, used in stuffing, or enjoyed as a snack.
Cornbread Muffins are moist, tender, and slightly crumbly muffins that are a blend of sweet and savory, perfect with a dollop of butter or honey. Or, serve them alongside soups or stews for a comforting dinner!
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Muffins combine the sweetness from corn and sugars with sharp cheddar cheese and a kick from jalapeno peppers. It's like a sweet, savory, and spicy taste in every bite, taking the traditional cornbread to a whole new level when it comes to flavor!
Indulge in the deliciousness of Sweet Potato Cornbread. Made with mashed sweet potatoes and warm spices, it's the perfect side dish for soups, stews, or Thanksgiving!
This Easy Dinner Rolls Recipe is the perfect addition to any meal with the rolls’ golden brown exterior and soft, pillowy center. Then, melted butter is brushed over the warm rolls with an optional sprinkling of kosher salt on top.
Parker House Rolls are soft, buttery, and slightly sweet dinner rolls, baked until golden, then brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with salt. They are melt-in-your-mouth good, and there is a reason they have stood the test of time, being around for over 150 years!
Japanese Milk Bread Rolls are soft and super fluffy dinner rolls that will melt in your mouth and stay fresh longer than average dinner rolls. Try my Hawaiian rolls for another amazing more soft homemade roll experience.
Try these irresistible Rosemary Dinner Rolls with Garlic Butter. Perfectly soft and fluffy, they're a must-have for everyday meals and holiday traditions!!
Easy Challah Bread is a delicious and slightly sweet braided yeast bread with a golden crust and a soft, tender interior. Serve challah bread sliced with butter, for French toast, in sandwiches, as toast with various toppings, or as a snack!
Brioche Bread is a rich and tender loaf with a subtle sweetness that is a little bit pastry-like, a little bit cake-like, and a whole lot of deliciousness! It’s a versatile bread that can be enjoyed on its own, used in French toast, for sandwiches and burgers, and more.
French Baguettes are homemade stick loaves of French bread with a crispy crust and soft, chewy texture baked to a golden brown. Use this bread to make Homemade Croutons or Crostini!
Homemade Croutons are packed with flavor, will melt in your mouth, and are easy enough to make that you will never want store-bought croutons again! They are perfect as a snack, as well as topping off a Wedge Salad!
This traditional Wedge Salad is a light, refreshing salad that is a great lunch or beautiful appetizer to serve before the main course. It is topped with my homemade croutons.
Macaroni Salad is a classic creamy pasta salad with sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any time you need a side dish. It is a well-rounded salad with plenty of flavor and texture in every bite!
Amish Macaroni Salad is full of flavor, texture, and fresh ingredients. For a spring picnic or a light dinner side dish, make a big batch of this and watch it disappear!
With these 100+ Thanksgiving sides, you have everything you need to create a feast that your family and friends will remember for years to come. From timeless classics to creative twists, these recipes are your key to a table filled with love, laughter, and irresistible flavors. No matter which dishes you choose, your holiday spread will be bursting with the warmth and joy of the season. So, roll up your sleeves, get cooking, and make this Thanksgiving your most delicious one yet!
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