Gluten-free Easter side dishes ranging from asparagus and carrots to potatoes and corn (and everything in between) will complete your holiday menu this year. Because once you’ve got your ham, lamb or another Easter main dish, coming up with gluten-free sides can be more of a challenge. No need to worry, though, when there are so many yummy sides to choose from that skip the gluten.
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Whether you’re planning a gluten-free Easter brunch or having the family over for Easter dinner, you’re going to need sides. Having a gluten sensitivity to consider can make menu planning a bit more challenging, but with this list, you might be tempted to just make all the sides gluten-free!
What Are Some Gluten-Free Easter Side Dishes?
- Asparagus side dishes are one of the first things that come to mind. Instead of bread crumbs, why not try cornmeal-crusted asparagus?
- Mashed potatoes are always a holiday hit, and you can keep them basic or jazz them up with cheddar bacon mashed potatoes.
- You can’t go wrong with salads, whether it’s mixed greens, carrot salad, cole slaw or even bacon blue cheese potato salad.
- And of course, there are plenty more veggies you can easily have as gluten-free side dishes, like carrots, cauliflower and green beans, like lemon white wine green beans and mushrooms.
Best Gluten-Free Side Dishes for Easter Ham
If these ideas aren’t enough, get plenty more by clicking on the photo above to check out recipes such as Pea Salad, Honey Carrots, Broccoli Casserole and more. Here are 24 of the best gluten-free side dishes for Easter ham.
Cumin-Chili Roasted Carrots
Betty Crocker Cookbook
Roasting carrots in the oven is an easy way to bring out the natural sweetness of Easter’s most popular root vegetable.
Get the recipe: Cumin-Chili Roasted Carrots
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Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Krista Marshall
This is a quick-cooking side dish perfect for any busy night, or a simple idea for your Eater menu, pairing so well with that ham or lamb you have planned.
Get the recipe: Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
Pineapple Pecan Glazed Green Beans
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
This sweet and savory side has just a bit of crunch and is perfect with an Easter ham.
Get the recipe: Pineapple Pecan Glazed Green Beans
Corn Pudding
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
This creamy comfort food casserole is always a favorite, and this version doesn’t need a box of cornbread mix.
Get the recipe: Corn Pudding
Crock Pot Honey Carrots
Well Plated
Sweet and buttery, plus they save room on the stove.
Get the recipe: Crock Pot Honey Carrots
Goat Cheese Sweet Potato Gratin
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Layers of potatoes, sweet potatoes, and creamy goodness make this the holiday side every menu needs.
Get the recipe: Goat Cheese Sweet Potato Gratin
Maple Dijon Apple Cole Slaw
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
A little lighter but packed with flavor for a tasty twist on the usual slaw.
Get the recipe: Maple Dijon Apple Cole Slaw
Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Noshing with the Nolands
Enjoy everyone’s favorite side but prep it in advance to make the holiday meal easier.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Brown Butter Peas and Carrots
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
You only need a bit of butter to add rich, nutty deliciousness.
Get the recipe: Brown Butter Peas and Carrots
Italian Country Salad
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
So elegant with poached pairs, candies pecans and blue cheese.
Get the recipe: Italian Country Salad With Poached Pears
Lemon Asparagus with Pistachios
The Food Charlatan
A few simple ingredients, but an unforgettable flavor with the combination of lemon, pistachios, and tarragon.
Get the recipe: Lemon Asparagus With Pistachios
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Cauliflower Gratin With Horseradish Cheddar Cheese
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
As fluffy as mashed potatoes without all the carbs, plus a cheesy kick.
Get the recipe: Cauliflower Gratin With Horseradish Cheddar Cheese
Roasted Asparagus and Mushroom Quinoa Pilaf
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Add everyone’s favorite spring veggie to this healthy and satisfying side.
Get the recipe: Roasted Asparagus and Mushroom Quinoa Pilaf
Nana’s Famous Green Beans
Mom on Timeout
Cooking these beans with bacon and onions for as long as possible makes them tender and super flavorful.
Get the recipe: Nana’s Famous Green Beans
Lightened Up Creamed Spinach au Gratin
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
A little lighter, but just as creamy and you can make individual servings or double it for a family-size casserole.
Get the recipe: Lightened Up Creamed Spinach au Gratin
Mango Blackberry Goat Cheese Salad with Strawberry Lime Poppyeed Vinaigrette
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Fresh and fruity flavors pair with tangy goat cheese in this simple salad.
Get the recipe: Mango Blackberry Goat Cheese Salad With Strawberry Lime Poppyseed Vinaigrette
Creamy Pea Salad
Love Bakes Good Cakes
A nice change from typical salads and extra yummy with two kinds of cheese and bacon.
Get the recipe: Creamy Pea Salad
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Roasted Potatoes
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Everyone loves this combination of flavors, and you don’t need any packets of seasoning mix for this simple and flavorful recipe.
Get the recipe: Cheddar Bacon Ranch Roasted Potatoes
Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
An Edible Mosaic
The classic creamy casserole is made gluten-free and low-carb.
Get the recipe: Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
So much better than a plain old baked spud.
Get the recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes
Twice Baked Sweet Potato Puffs
Tastes of Lizzy T
Savory swirls of sweet potatoes with a twice-baked flavor.
Get the recipe: Twice Baked Sweet Potato Puffs
Cheesy Polenta Waffles
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Crispy and cheese and perfect for Easter brunch or dinner.
Get the recipe: Cheesy Polenta Waffles
Carrot Apple and Walnut Salad
Natasha's Kitchen
Fresh and crisp with plump raisins and a lemony dressing.
Get the recipe: Carrot Apple and Walnut Salad
Caramelized Leek Asparagus Salad Recipe
Cupcakes & Kale Chips
The best of spring is highlighted in this salad which can be served hot, at room temperature or cold.
Get the recipe: Caramelized Leek Asparagus Salad Recipe
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