85 Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes for an Amazing Holiday Dinner

These cute Pumpkin Dinner Rolls look just like mini pumpkins! They are not only soft and buttery dinner rolls, but also easy and fun to make.

Perfect for Halloween, a fall dinner party or your Thanksgiving feast!

This Crock Pot Mac and Cheese will become your new family favorite!

Elbow macaroni noodles are slow cooked in a rich cheesy sauce, with just minutes of prep.

It comes out of the slow cooker perfect every time!

Indulge in the sweet and savory goodness of Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips.

These tender root vegetables are oven baked to perfection with a delicious honey glaze.

Perfect as an easy side dish for a weeknight dinner or the perfect addition to a holiday dinner.

Slow Cooker Herbed Baby Potatoes is a must-have recipe in your side dish arsenal!

Made with olive oil, baby potatoes, butter, and dried herbs, this hands-off potato recipe couldn’t be easier to make, thanks to the slow cooker.

This Easy Stuffing Recipe will totally complete any holiday meal!

Celery and onions are cooked with butter, herbs and seasonings. It’s all tossed with dried bread cubes and broth, then topped with a bit more butter and baked until hot and golden.

Crockpot Mashed Sweet Potatoes with brown sugar and bacon is a simple side dish that’s a great alternative to a traditional sweet potato casserole.

It doesn't take up that valuable oven space, and you can even top it with mini marshmallows if you're so inclined.

No-knead Cheddar Bacon Slow Cooker Bread is a simple and delicious way to make homemade bread in your own kitchen!

With no extra time required for rising, this is an easy savory bread that any baker of any experience level can make in their crock pot.

You won’t believe how simple it is to make fried apples in a skillet.

All you need are four ingredients! The perfect way to use up some of those tasty autumn apples.

Freshen up your fall table with this gorgeous Autumn Farro Salad! Chewy farro is tossed in an autumnal medley of honeynut squash, red onions, kale, crisp apples and more.

The sweet and tangy apple cider vinaigrette ties it all together beautifully.

Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes with Bacon is a side that you’ll want to add to your dinner rotation right away.

They’re perfectly tender on the inside, crispy on the outside and topped with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and crunchy bacon.

Nothing says cozy like a sweet, creamy casserole side dish! Corn Pudding Casserole is a delicious combination of savory and sweet.

It can even be made a day ahead of time, then baked before serving.

Cheesy Funeral Potatoes are an easy side dish that can be made for potlucks, funerals, and almost any occasion.

This version puts a new twist on a traditional side dish with two secret ingredients that make it even more delicious than the traditional!

Savor all the delicious flavors of fall with Apple Cheddar Savory Scones.

Filled with the perfect balance of sweet and savory notes, and a tender, flaky texture these scones are rich with the flavors of crisp apples, sharp cheddar cheese, and earthy sage.

Fall Harvest Salad is made with fresh apples, candied walnuts, dried cranberries, feta or blue cheese, crispy bacon all tossed with arugula or spring mix in a homemade apple cider vinegar dressing.

It’s basically autumn in a bowl!

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is a creamy and satisfying combination of squash, cheese and pasta.

The butternut squash cheese sauce is silky and creamy and includes seasonings that are light and just a bit nutty.

Bacon Cheddar Loaded Smashed Potatoes start with crispy and buttery smashed potatoes that get topped with bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions.

With creamy centers and crispy edges, the sour cream cheddar dipping sauce just puts it all over the top.

Enjoy the natural sweetness of Oven Roasted Root Vegetables with this easy, healthy side dish that's totally addicting!

Colorful carrots, parsnips, and beets roast until tender and browned, delivering a burst of rich, earthy flavor that's sure to please.

Slow Cooker Mushroom Stuffing, an easy and delicious bread stuffing recipe that is perfect for holiday dinners, but also pairs well with a basic chicken or beef weekday dinner.

Save your oven and stovetop space, and make it right in your slow cooker!

Southern Squash Casserole is a classic comforting side dish made with yellow squash, onions, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and a buttery cracker topping.

This old-fashioned recipe a go-to dish for holiday dinners and potlucks.

Garlic and Rosemary Potatoes So easy to make with simple ingredients, these crispy roasted potatoes with rosemary and garlic are tender and fluffy on the inside.

They go perfectly with all of your favorite main courses.

Ditch the classic canned soup recipe for this Skillet Green Bean Casserole, with a creamy homemade mushroom base.

Tender yet crisp green beans are baked together with a savory creamy sauce, and topped with those iconic fried onions for a classic vegetable side.

The best part is you only need one pan!

Sweet Potato Cornbread is a fall spin on the classic sweet and hearty cornbread that we love.

Not only is it amazingly moist and tender, it’s also packed with nutritious ingredients making it the perfect addition to any cozy fall meal.

Move over mashed potatoes, because roasted and Mashed Acorn Squash is super easy to make, creamy and delicious.

With just 7 ingredients and 5 minutes to prep, this vibrant and colorful, healthy side dish will quickly become a favorite.

Sauteed Green Beans with Bacon and Onion are an amazing savory side dish. The green beans are cooked to tender perfection and covered in delicious bacon and onion flavor.

Refreshing Mixed Green Salad with Apples, Walnuts and Stilton Cheese is quick and easy to prepare, with just 3 ingredients!

The apples provide color, sweetness, and crunch that pairs perfectly with the earthy toasted walnuts and hearty mixed greens.

What really sets this salad apart is the delightful, tangy Walnut Vinaigrette dressing.

Creamed Corn has a slightly sweet and savory flavor. The rich texture of the corn kernels blends perfectly with the creamy base.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can have it on the table in no time.

Broccoli Cheese Casserole is filled with tender broccoli and bread cubes baked in cheddar cheese sauce with mayo, horseradish, and two cheddar cheeses.

It can even be assembled a day ahead for easier preparation, and is always a crowd-pleaser.

See how easy it is to make Sweet Potato Drop Biscuits in your air fryer! They take just 25 minutes to make, and use a few simple, budget-friendly ingredients.

Easy Parmesan Green Bean Fries are a delicious and easy side dish to add to basically any meal.

Not to mention a great way to get picky eaters to eat their veggies!

Redskin Mashed Potatoes are such an incredibly delicious variation of the classic recipe.

Loaded with butter, garlic, and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, this amazing side dish pairs perfectly with almost anything. The best part is that there’s no need to peel potatoes!

Who says pasta salad is just a summertime thing? This Fall Pasta Salad is brimming with all the best flavors of autumn.

Roasted veggies, crisp apples, sweet dried cranberries, and so much more.

Take seasonal produce to the next level with this Roasted Butternut Squash with Bacon and Sage.

The sweetness of the butternut squash perfectly balances the earthy sage and salty bacon. Easy and budget-friendly!

Loaded Hashbrown Casserole tastes as good as a loaded baked potato, but tastes even better thanks to a kick of ranch seasoning).

The ultimate comfort food dish, you can use frozen or fresh potatoes and even made ahead and refrigerated or frozen.

Even non-asparagus fans will LOVE this recipe for no-fail, Roasted Asparagus Cheese Bake.

It’s a snap to make, with 5 minutes or prep and 20 minutes in the oven - perfect cheesy asparagus every time!

Sourdough Dinner Rolls with Rosemary are incredibly soft, with a mouth-watering pull-apart texture that will leave you craving more.

Seriously, I bet you can’t eat just one!

Truffle Mashed Potatoes are more than just a side dish - they make a statement! With their rich, earthy flavor and creamy texture, these potatoes elevate any meal from ordinary to extraordinary.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a luxurious weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.

Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes is a simple recipe that bakes right in the oven - no need to boil the sweet potatoes first.

They bake up nice and tender, and the sweet, buttery glaze is delicious!

If you're a mushroom lover looking for a versatile dish, this Mushroom Salad with lemon maple vinaigrette is a fantastic choice.

Serve it warm, at room temperature, or even chilled on a warmer day.

Round out your autumn table with Sourdough Bacon and Pecan Stuffing.

Tangy sourdough bread gets a makeover with tender aromatic vegetables, smokey bacon, and the crunch of buttery, earthy pecans.

You'll be surprised just how easy it is!

Creamed peas are such a cozy holiday side dish.

Tender peas are served in an easy cream sauce, then mixed together with a pat of butter for the perfect vegetable side.

Flaky, buttery, overloaded with cheese and a spicy kick from jalapeno, these Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits are nothing like ordinary buttermilk biscuits.

Best of all, they need only 20 minutes in the oven.

Spaghetti squash gratin is a creamy, cheesy, and relatively healthy vegetable side dish. It’s a great way to hide veggies in a way that your family will actually eat them!

Boasting an earthy and herbaceous flavor with a touch of warmth, Rosemary and Cinnamon Balsamic Glazed Beets are a delectable fall or winter side that's sure to impress.

Not only are they perfect for spicing up everyday dinners, but also make a festive addition to holiday meals.

Whipped Sweet Potatoes are absolutely delish!

The sweet potatoes are whipped to perfection and are the ideal Fall side dish and a must have at the Thanksgiving dinner table.

Best of all, you only need 5 ingredients!

Brussels Sprouts Salad with parmesan, cranberries, almonds, bacon, and a citrus vinaigrette is a tasty way to enjoy fresh veggies in the fall and winter.

It’s easy to make, and even picky eaters love Brussels sprouts when they’re prepared this way.

Butternut Squash Risotto is made with spiced, roasted squash and slow-cooked Arborio rice. It’s hearty, comforting, and looks pretty on your table.

Crispy and tender air fryer Sweet Potato Chunks are brown sugar and cinnamon-spiced sweet potato cubes that are so easy to make.

Perfect for a holiday side dish or a simple weeknight dinner, this quick and easy side is vegan and gluten free, so it works for everyone.

The earthy flavor of this Acorn Squash Stuffed with Mushrooms and Pancetta is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or any fall dinner.

The nutty flavor and the autumnal warm spices burst with savory goodness and earthy tones.

No Knead Avocado Dinner Rolls are ultra soft, plush and made with mashed avocado instead of butter.

There is no kneading or stand mixer required, and they’re shockingly easy to make.

Cute mini cabbages transform into a surprisingly crispy, make-you-come-back-for-more veggie side dish.

Tossed in a simple coating then baked to perfection, Crispy Brussels Sprouts might just change your mind about this humble vegetable.

Butternut Squash Couscous Salad is a healthy and flavorful dish that features tender roasted butternut squash, nutty pearl couscous, and tangy dried cranberries.

It’s simple to make in just 30 minutes for the perfect side dish for holidays or weeknights.

Get ready for the compliments when you serve these pan-roasted Maple Bacon Carrots with a sticky maple syrup glaze.

The carrots are tender and sweet, and you’ll love the way the savory, crispy bacon flavor pairs with the taste of real maple syrup.

Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes with Ham is a cheesy, creamy, hearty version of a traditional scalloped potato dish.

And they are made in a fraction of the time, thanks to the instant pot!

Transform boring or leftover stuffing with these Stuffing Muffins. When made in muffin tins, they get nicely browned with crisp edges and tender centers.

There’s no slightly-soggy middle, or fighting over the best edge pieces.

Maple Roasted Spaghetti Squash is a sweet and savory side dish that's easy to bake in the oven (or air fryer) and requires very little prep work.

With pure maple syrup, brown sugar, butter, and a little salt & pepper, it’s fantastic for the whole family.

Sweet and sour Roasted Carrot Salad transforms the humble carrot into a special dish.

The sliced carrots are roasted in the oven until tender and slightly caramelized, then tossed in a simple sweet and sour dressing.

Topped with toasted slivered almonds for crunch and sliced mint for freshness.

Pumpkin Rice is a delicious and easy comfort food made with real pumpkin.

This tasty dish combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with aromatic spices, to make a dish that is sure to impress.

Orange Miso Glazed Brussels Sprouts are a quick and easy side dish, roasted to perfection and coated in a delicious sweet and savory glaze.

Fancy enough for the holidays or entertaining but easy enough for everyday, this dish might just become your new favorite way to enjoy Brussels sprouts!

Green Beans and Potatoes are so simple to prepare in just 30 minutes and packed with Italian flavors.

Dressed with olive oil, vinegar, lemon, mashed garlic and lots of chopped parsley, they’re both flavorful and easy.

Transform ordinary mushrooms into delicious Stuffed Mushrooms with crabmeat, cream cheese, basil, parsley, shallot, and garlic.

The topping is buttery, with golden brown toasted panko breadcrumbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Sweet and creamy Sweet Potato Casserole topped with toasted marshmallows is a classic fall and holiday side dish. It’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!

Fall Farro Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and Apples is a tasty, healthy grain bowl that brings the essence of fall to your table.

Served warm or cold, every bite promises the comforting taste of roasted squash, the rustic wholesomeness of chewy farro, and the sweetness of fresh apples and dried cranberries.

Maple Butter Roasted Vegetables with Pears is a fun twist on traditional roasted veggies.

Featuring a mix of carrots, Brussel sprouts, red onion, Delicata squash and juicy pears, this dish is brushed with a buttery, maple-y, sweet, tart glaze and roasted to perfection.

Creamed spinach is made with shallots, garlic, butter, and heavy cream to make a rich cheesy sauce worthy of a holiday.

The rich and creamy sauce elevates fresh spinach leaves into a tender masterpiece that will remind you of your favorite steakhouse meal

Sweet Potato Truffle Fries are sure to become a favorite in your household with their irresistible flavor and crispy texture.

Hand-cut, oven-baked sweet potato fries are baked until crispy, then tossed with truffle oil.

Fried Cabbage is a quick and comforting side dish made with simple, budget-friendly ingredients.

Plus a secret ingredient that makes this southern fried cabbage not so southern!

Sautéed Delicata Squash makes the most delicious side dish in the Fall and Winter months and it's fantastic to serve at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner.

It only takes 5 minutes to prep and is pan fried in minutes. It’s tossed into a buttery sage sauce with a bit of brown sugar for the best finish.

Make ahead Italian sausage stuffing features crisp sausage, tender veggies, fresh herbs, and a rustic baguette.

The stuffing gets soaked in a white-wine custard before baking, then garnished with melted butter, parsley and flaky salt.

Savory and crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside, Smashed Sweet Potatoes are so good!

Simply boil sweet potatoes until tender, smash them flat, and bake until golden brown and crispy.

The flavors in this Roasted Beetroot and Pumpkin Salad complement each other so well! Beets and Pumpkin are spiced with warm, smoky spices and then roasted.

The flavorful chunks are placed atop mixed greens, then topped with goat cheese, chopped pecans, and a handful of sliced clementines for a sweet and tangy bite.

Transform ordinary brussels sprouts into a flavorful comfort food with this Brussels Sprouts casserole.

The humble mini cabbages get a glow-up and turn into a dish the whole family will eat.

Buttermilk, Boursin, and Chive Mashed Potatoes have buttery Boursin cheese, creamy buttermilk, and bright chive flavor for a crowd-pleasing favorite that is always a hit.

This is a large batch recipe that can even serve a large crowd.

Fresh and fruity Quinoa Salad is made with simple ingredients like apples, pears, pomegranate seeds, kale and more.

It’s all held together by a lovely bright and tangy clementine vinaigrette that compliments everything beautifully.

Easy make-ahead Cheesy Green Bean Casserole with Bacon is loaded with flavor.

Sauté slender, fresh green beans, then coat them in a white-wine cream sauce with mushrooms, shallot, garlic, thyme, and gooey cheddar cheese.

For the salty crunch, top the dish with French fried onions, crispy bacon, and grated Parmesan.

Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Casserole combines the nutty flavor of butternut squash with the sweet flavor of sweet potatoes, creating a dish that's both warming and delicious.

The pumpkin seeds and cranberries add extra flavor and crunch, and even more nutrition.

Roasted Broccolini with Garlic offers a quick and delicious easy side dish that's bound to elevate your meals.

With smaller florets and long, thin stalks, this tender and flavorful vegetable is a versatile addition to your dinner table.

Sweet Potato Souffle is velvety smooth, creamy, and topped with a crunchy, buttery pecan crust.

You’ll definitely elevate your meal with this lovely side!

Middle Eastern Whole Roasted Carrots are dressed in a mixture of cilantro, harissa and preserved lemons, and topped with goat cheese, olives, pepita and sunflower seeds and cranberries.

If you want a new, unique way to serve carrots, this is it!

With crunchy pecans and a little bit of sweet brown sugar, Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes will be your new favorite side dish.

Whether you’re making a casual weeknight dinner or planning your holiday meals, you’ll want these delicious potatoes on the table.

Kale and Green Bean Salad with Almond and Cranberry is full of flavors and textures.

Almonds will bring nuttiness and crunchiness while the mild sweet and sour taste of dried cranberries will counterbalance the strong taste of the kale.

Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash is a simple yet delicious side dish to serve with any meal.

The naturally nutty flavor profile tastes amazing when roasted in cinnamon-brown sugar bliss. Plus, they’re a powerhouse of nutrition in every golden bite.

Tangy, sweet balsamic, combined with the earthy flavors of walnuts combine with sautéed green beans to make a delicious, healthy side dish that is super easy to make!

Switch up the plain boring potato mash for these Curried Mashed Potatoes. Made in just one pot, they are light, buttery, creamy, and SO easy to make!

Sweet Potato Beet Salad is full of color, flavor, and texture.

Feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, and caramelized onions take it to the next level, and the honey balsamic dressing brings it all together.

This classic Southern Pineapple Casserole is loaded with sweet pineapple and cheddar cheese filling.

It gets sprinkled with a buttery Ritz cracker topping for an explosion of savory-sweet flavors.