I’m so ready for Easter brunch and these 23 sides are what I’m building the whole menu around. From creamy pasta salads to crispy, golden Brussels sprouts, each recipe is easy, fun, and packed with flavor. Let’s fill the table with dishes that make everyone do a little happy dance.
1. Honey Thyme and Lemon Glazed Carrots
Honey Thyme and Lemon Glazed Carrots bring elegance without any fuss. The carrots get glossy in a sweet, herby glaze that’s brightened with a pop of lemon, and they look stunning on the table.
I love how they add a gentle sweetness that balances the savory mains at brunch. They’re simple, gorgeous, and always welcome on my Easter menu.
2. Cajun Potato Salad
Cajun Potato Salad takes the classic creamy side and gives it a spicy, zesty wake up call. I love the kick of Cajun seasoning swirling through tender potatoes and tangy dressing.
It adds a bold pop of flavor that wakes up the whole brunch spread. If you want something a little different, this is the one.
3. Chourico Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Chourico Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms are the bite sized party poppers I need this Easter. Each mushroom is packed with gooey cheese and spicy, savory chourico, making them dangerously easy to eat.
They work as a side or a starter, and I like to put them out for grazing during brunch. Such a unique little treat that always gets a happy reaction.
4. Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Strawberry Pretzel Salad is the sweet, salty, creamy combination that always steals the spotlight. A crunchy pretzel base, a fluffy creamy layer, and a glossy strawberry top make every bite pure joy.
It’s one of those recipes that works as a side and a dessert, and it’s always the first thing to disappear at my Easter brunch. Family favorite, for sure.
5. Scalloped Potatoes
Scalloped Potatoes are the definition of comfort in a baking dish. Thin slices of potato get all snuggled up in a creamy, cheesy sauce and baked until bubbly and golden.
They’re the perfect partner to a holiday ham or roast, and I honestly look forward to them every single Easter. Once you put them on the menu, there’s no going back.
6. Bacon Mac and Cheese
Bacon Mac and Cheese is the creamy, cheesy, bacon studded hug of a dish that I dream about. Crispy bacon bits in every spoonful, and the sauce is so velvety it’s basically a love letter to comfort food.
Kids and grown ups fight over the last scoop, which is exactly how I know it belongs on the Easter table. This one’s a personal favorite, hands down.
7. Ambrosia Salad
Ambrosia Salad is the fluffy, creamy, old fashioned dream I can’t quit. Every scoop is packed with sweet fruit, pillowy marshmallows, cool whip, and shredded coconut, so it’s basically dessert masquerading as a side.
Kids and grown ups go wild for it every single time. It’s my go to for potlucks and Easter brunch because it’s just so darn happy.
8. Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes
Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes are my little secret for restaurant vibes at home. The outside gets impossibly crispy while the inside turns buttery and tender, all infused with garlic.
I set these on the Easter table and suddenly everything feels a bit fancier. They’re a standout side that pairs with pretty much anything I’m serving.
9. Fresh Tuna, Cucumber, and Ricotta Cheese Salad
Fresh Tuna, Cucumber, and Ricotta Cheese Salad is my idea of a light, elegant Easter moment. Creamy ricotta, crisp cucumber, and tender tuna come together for something incredibly fresh and satisfying.
It feels a little sophisticated but is totally at home at a casual backyard brunch. I love how it perks up the whole menu with bright, clean flavors.
10. Arugula and Spinach Salad
Arugula and Spinach Salad is my secret weapon for cutting through all the richness. It’s fresh, vibrant, and overflowing with peppery greens.
I pile on crunchy nuts and toss it with a barely there dressing that lets everything shine. This is the leafy, healthy side that balances out all those decadent Easter dishes.
11. Easy Corn Casserole Without Jiffy
Easy Corn Casserole Without Jiffy is the warm, creamy side I make when I need something simple and downright cozy. It comes together in no time and bakes up rich and golden, packed with sweet corn flavor.
This is that comforting scoop that everyone piles next to their ham. I serve it at brunch, dinner, anytime I need a little extra hug on the plate.
12. Green Beans
Crack Green Beans are the sweet, salty, totally addictive side I can’t stop snacking on. They disappear in minutes, whether I serve them alongside ham or just set them out as a brunch snack. These green beans bring so much flavor to the Easter lineup and I’m telling you, they’re a must try.
13. Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is my playful mash up of two brunch all stars. All the creamy, tangy goodness of deviled eggs gets folded into a cold pasta salad that feels both familiar and new.
I adore how it captures that classic Easter flavor in every forkful. This is one creative side that always earns a spot on my Sunday table.
14. Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Broccoli Mac and Cheese is how I get the whole family excited about greens on Easter. Tender florets hide in a sea of creamy, cheesy pasta, so it feels indulgent but sneaks in something good.
It’s kid approved and totally satisfying, and I always feel a little smug serving it. Balanced and delicious, it’s a brunch win.
15. Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad — oh, this one is pure picnic magic! Crispy bacon, crunchy fresh vegetables, and a velvety ranch dressing come together in the most irresistible forkful.
It’s the kind of easy side that I love to bring to an Easter brunch because everyone goes back for seconds. No fuss, just big, happy flavors.
16. Low-Carb Egg and Tuna Salad
Low-Carb Egg and Tuna Salad is the protein-packed answer when I want something light but satisfying. This creamy, tangy mix of eggs and tuna feels hearty without weighing me down.
I love having it on hand for Easter morning, it fuels the whole day ahead. It’s a smart, nutritious salad I keep coming back to.
17. Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts come out so crispy and golden, I could eat them like popcorn. A quick toss with a little oil and salt, then the air fryer works its magic turning them into crunchy, healthy nuggets of joy.
They’re the perfect fresh counterpart to all the creamy casseroles on the table. I make them for brunch and they’re always the first veggie to disappear.
18. Best Potato Gratin
Best Potato Gratin is the indulgent side I pull out when I want to wow. Paper thin potato slices swim in a sea of cream and melted cheese, then bake into something so luscious it’s almost silly.
Every forkful is pure, decadent magic. I make this for Easter brunch and watch my guests go completely silent, in the best way.
19. Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is for anyone who loves a tangy surprise in their brunch spread. I’m talking sharp cheddar, briny pickle bites, and that creamy dressing that ties it all together. It’s such a fun twist on a classic pasta salad, and I find it disappears fast whether I serve it as a side or a snack.
20. Smoked Potatoes
Smoked Potatoes bring that rustic, campfire vibe straight to the Easter table. The smoky flavor runs deep into each tender bite, adding a bold layer that’s so unexpected.
I pop them next to a roast and suddenly everything tastes a little more adventurous. It’s a tasty twist that always gets people talking.
21. Deviled Egg Chicks
Deviled Egg Chicks might be the cutest thing on the whole table. These tiny egg chicks are a whimsical snack that makes everyone smile, little ones and adults alike.
I love how they turn a classic deviled egg into something so festive and fun. Honestly, I think they’re one of the best Easter side dishes ever.
22. Green Bean Casserole
Green Bean Casserole is an absolute must on my Easter table. Creamy mushrooms, tender green beans, and that golden crispy onion topping?
I mean, come on. It pairs so beautifully with roast lamb or baked ham, and every bite feels like a warm hug. This classic side is how I bring extra comfort to brunch.
23. Italian Bean Salad
Italian Bean Salad is my go to for something bright and herby to balance out a heavy Easter spread. Tender beans get tossed with a zesty dressing and loads of fresh herbs, making every bite pop.
It’s the kind of healthy, flavorful salad that makes brunch feel complete. I love how it stands up next to all those rich mains.