Whether you’re a seasoned home cook, a first-timer hosting Easter dinner, or simply need a crowd pleasing recipe to take to the in-laws this holiday, I am sure you will find you a recipe or two from the list below that will please your family. I have included my favorite, mouthwatering main dishes and side dish recipes that will surely steal the show.
Although there may also be a few certain dishes that are a must have at your holiday table, there may be a reason for you to look for something new and interesting to make. Whether there are new guests with dietary restrictions or you want to impress your family with a dish that you made from scratch, you may be searching for a recipe to fit your needs.
Below I have shared 45 of my favorite recipes, any of which would be a great addition to your holiday dinner. From classic ham and potato recipes, vegetable and fruit dishes, pasta and salad recipes, there are a ton of options.
I am sure you will find something that you will want to make to enjoy with your family and friends. Who knows, the dish just might become a new tradition at your holiday table year after year.
Along with each Easter recipe I have also provided a brief description of the dish. To view the specific ingredients and instructions of each one click on the title of the recipe.
This will then take you to a new page where the article and recipe are located. Just be sure to read the entire article for helpful recipe tips, tricks and possible recipe variations to meet your specific needs.
Main Dish Recipes
Although there are a few different main dish recipes that you can cook for your Easter dinner celebration, family tradition usually dictates whether you will be serving ham, lamb, chicken, fish or turkey. However maybe this year you can take the main dish to a new level with one of these delicious recipes:
Oven Roasted Rack of Lamb – With just 5 ingredients, in addition to salt and fresh ground black pepper, this most decadent main dish is prepared and ready to roast.
Pan Seared Lamb Rib Chops – A quick and easy fail-proof recipe for lamb rib chops. A great dinner recipe when feeding a smaller crowd.
Ham Recipes:
Glazed Holiday Ham – When it comes to making a ham for Easter, it doesn’t get much better or easier than this Glazed Holiday Ham recipe. A simple, yet delicious homemade glaze spread over a pre-cooked ham and heated to perfection.
Honey Glazed Ham – Moist and juicy slices of ham that have been coated in a sweet honey glaze that pairs perfectly with the salty flavor of the meat.
The Best Spiral Ham Recipe – The best and easiest way to make sure that your pre-cooked spiral ham turns out moist and juicy every time.
Other Main Dish Recipes:
Breakfast Casserole – Some of us celebrate Easter at breakfast. In that case, be sure to make this egg casserole that is made with your favorite omelet ingredients.
Classic Lasagna – For a true comfort food recipe to share with family and friends make this classic lasagna recipe. A simple layered pasta dish that is filled with a rich meat sauce, cheese and put in the oven to bake until hot and bubbly.
Sheet Pan Salmon & Asparagus – In many cultures fish is the protein of choice at Easter. In this case be sure to make dinner easy by cooking everything on one sheet pan!
Potato Side Dish Recipes For Easter Dinner
Baked Scalloped Potatoes – Layers of thinly sliced potatoes are drenched in a cheese sauce and cooked until nice and tender.
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes – Don’t have room in your oven or you need to transport an Easter dinner recipe to another family members house? Use your slow cooker to make these scalloped potatoes.
AuGratin Potatoes – Thinly sliced potatoes layered in a casserole dish and baked and topped with cheese.
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes – A quick and easy way to make a large batch of potatoes with little effort. Another easy side dish that transports well.
Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole – This recipe is one of the most popular side dishes served at holiday dinners. Shredded frozen potatoes tossed in a creamy cheese mixture and then topped with crunchy Panko breadcrumbs.
Twice Baked Potato Casserole -All the flavors of a traditional twice baked potato, but in an easy to make, easy to eat casserole that is absolutely delicious.
Potato Salad – The best potato salad recipe that gives you the the perfect taste and texture in every bite.
BLT Potato Salad – Take the classic flavors of a BLT sandwich and turn it into the most amazing potato salad that you have ever had! A great twist on classic potato salad.
Air Fryer Baby Roasted Potatoes – Save your oven space and make perfectly cooked baby potatoes in your air fryer. They turn out slightly crispy on the outside but nice and tender on the inside.
Vegetable Recipes For Easter Dinner
Easy Corn Casserole – A quick, easy and inexpensive recipe to make. Best of all, it only takes a few minutes to prepare and requires only 7 common ingredients, making it the perfect dish for a novice cook.
Creamy Confetti Corn – A classic side dish recipe made even better by adding peppers, onions, & bacon.
Oven Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots – You can never go wrong with making honey glazed carrots for Easter!
Roasted Brussels Sprouts – Take your Brussels sprouts to the next level with this delicious recipe. An easy Brussels sprouts recipe that is seasoned with red onion and bacon and cooked to perfection!
Air Fryer Asparagus – Although there are so many ways to cook asparagus, this one is my absolute favorite. It takes little time to prepare, just a few minutes to cook and no oven is required!
Classic Green Bean Casserole – Although typically served at Thanksgiving this casserole is a must have side dish at any holiday gathering. Best of all, there is no canned soup in this recipe!
Southern Skillet Corn – A southern side dish that takes sweet corn kernels and then kicks it up a notch with bacon, peppers and onions.
Keto Cauliflower Casserole – This easy to make Cauliflower Casserole is low-carb, Keto-friendly, and absolutely delicious!
Pasta Dishes
Baked Mac and Cheese – Creamy and delicious mac and cheese that you will love. It has just the right balance of texture between the noodles and the cheese sauce.
Easy Macaroni Salad – Pasta tossed in a light dressing with diced celery, onions and sweet peppers.
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad – A quick, easy, and refreshing pasta salad recipe that is perfect for any gathering.
BLT Pasta Salad – All the flavors of a BLT made into a delicious pasta salad. A unique Easter side dish recipe that will become the crowd favorite.
Baked Lobster Mac and Cheese – Creamy mac and cheese filled with succulent pieces of lobster. Talk about impressing the guests!
Fruit Recipes
Honey Glazed Fruit Salad – A delicious and healthy fruit salad recipe that is easy to prepare and is perfect for Easter Dinner!
Watermelon Salad – Chunks of watermelon tossed with thin slices of red onion and cucumber. Then the ingredients are tossed in an easy to make homemade dressing.
All American Fruit Salad – A light and refreshing fruit salad filled with patriotic colors of red, white & blue.
Salad Recipes
Ambrosia Salad – A quick and easy fruit salad recipe that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth craving.
Creamy Broccoli Salad – A creamy and tasty broccoli salad recipe including onion, raisins and cheese mixed in a creamy, mayonnaise-vinegar based dressing and then topped with bacon and slivered almonds.
Wild Rice Salad – A light and refreshing side dish of wild rice, almonds and dried cranberries tossed in a citrus based dressing. I love to eat it warm, but it can also be served at room temperature.
Asian Ramen Noodle Salad – Sweet and tangy, Asian inspired salad with a little crunch that is perfect for any occasion.
Easy Caprese Salad – This classic salad will be ready to eat in only 10 minutes! A simple yet flavorful combination of tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil topped with a balsamic reduction.
Instant Pot Easter Side Dish Recipes
If you have an Instant Pot you can save space in your oven and make your side dish recipes in the pressure cooker.
Here are some recipes to get your Easter Dinner on the table without much effort:
- Instant Pot 5 lb. Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Mac and Cheese
- Garlic Green Beans
- Potato Salad
- Dill Pickle Potato Salad
- Colored Easter Eggs
- Corn Casserole
There you have it! 45 delicious recipes to choose from. I am sure you will find at least a few dishes that you can proudly share with your family and friends!
Enjoy! Mary
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