With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your menu for holiday meals. If you’re wondering what to serve with turkey breast, whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a delicious Sunday roast, this post has got you covered with 20 of the best side dish recipes!
The Classics
Easy Glazed Stovetop Carrots
Stovetop Carrots are an easy way to get your kids to eat more veggies. These delicious honey-glazed carrots are sweet, garlicky, cheesy, and zesty. You won't need to spend much time on prep, but you'll end up with a restaurant-worthy side dish. Pair with your favorite protein-centric entrée.
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Southern Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
Creamy old fashioned baked mac and cheese with evaporated milk — the best southern baked mac and cheese recipe topped with more cheese!
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Old Fashioned Creamed Corn
This Old Fashioned Creamed Corn recipe has sweet, tender fresh corn in a rich, creamy sauce that makes a delicious comfort food side dish for a BBQ or Thanksgiving dinner.
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Broccoli Cheese Casserole With Ritz Crackers
An easy casserole made with broccoli, cheddar cheese sauce (no soup), and Ritz crackers. A perfect side dish to any holiday or family meal!
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Hatch Green Chile Mac and Cheese
This Hatch Green Chile Mac and Cheese is so easy to make in a slow cooker and perfect for BBQ’s, Potlucks, or ANY Holiday gathering.
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French Mashed Potatoes: Paris Mash
This French mashed potatoes recipe was provided by French-born Chef Guillaume Brahimi and it can be also be found in his cookbook Guillaume: Food for Friends.
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Green Beans Almondine
Green Beans Almondine, or Almond Green Beans, are a simple 15-minute side dish. Great for any occasion and easy to make ahead too.
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Best-Ever Melting Potatoes Recipe
Simply slice potatoes in half, then bake in an herbed butter sauce, and finish in a broth for tender and crispy Melting Potatoes.
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Cornbread Dressing
Buttery and moist with a crispy, golden crust, this Cornbread Dressing Recipe is the perfect addition to any holiday dinner table. Super easy to make with homemade sweet cornbread, Italian sausage, celery, onion, and fresh herbs.
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Veggies
Easy Crispy Glazed Brussels Sprouts
These Crispy Glazed Brussels Sprouts are to die for! They're made with a delicious balsamic and honey glaze and crisped to perfection in the oven. Serve these yummy sprouts alongside a protein for a deliciously satisfying meal.
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Slow Cooker Collard Greens
Tender slow cooker collard greens are perfectly seasoning for a southern side dish. This comfort food classic is easy to make & delish.
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Roasted Fall Vegetables
This colorful combination of roasted fall vegetables is a perfect side dish for fall, winter, or Thanksgiving dinner. Balsamic glaze adds natural sweetness.
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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Flavoursome Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms are ideal as an easily prepared starter, a side dish, or a light, meat-free meal.
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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Oven
Bundles of tender, crispy Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the oven are a side dish that everyone at your table will love!
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Bread
Sourdough Bread With Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Cheese
You have to give this Roasted Garlic and Parmesan sourdough a try! It’s best to enjoy it with a warm bowl of soup or your favorite stew.
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Easy Sourdough Honey Corn Muffins
These soft Sourdough Corn Muffins are sweetened with honey and come together in less than 30 minutes! They taste like boxed muffin mix and make a great side.
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Salad
Easy Salad with Brie Apple and Shallot Vinaigrette
Filled with flavor and texture, this easy salad has creamy brie, apple, cranberries, honey roasted almonds and a shallot vinaigrette.
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Healthy Pumpkin and Pecan Salad
This delicious kale salad might look complicated, but it’s actually quite simple! Roasted pumpkin and candied pecans make it the perfect fall salad.
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Something Sweet
Best Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Best Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe is made with only 5 ingredients (including orange juice) in under 30 minutes, and it can be prepared ahead of time.
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Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole
This Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole is so delicious. The streusel topping & marshmallows create the best Thanksgiving flavors.
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FAQS
What is a popular side dish for turkey?
Common complimentary side dishes include mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, green beans, squash, and sweet potatoes.
What seasonings are best for turkey?
Stick with salt and pepper, utilize herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage, or try spicy Cajun seasoning for some kick.
From classic sides to something sweet, you can’t go wrong with these recipes!
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