Thanksgiving Side Dishes
When planning your Thanksgiving menu, choosing the right side dishes is just as important as preparing the turkey. Thanksgiving side dishes are what bring balance, flavor, and variety to the holiday meal.
From creamy mashed potatoes and savory stuffing to seasonal vegetables, casseroles, and festive breads, side dishes are often the recipes that make the biggest impression on guests.
In this roundup, you’ll find a collection of the best Thanksgiving side dish recipes—both classic and creative—that will help you build a holiday table everyone will remember.
Whether you’re looking for traditional favorites or fresh twists on holiday staples, these easy and delicious recipes are perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or any fall gathering.
1. Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
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The Savory Cipolla
Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
These easy cheesy scalloped potatoes with a rich cheese sauce and golden brown top are a definite crowd pleaser for any holiday meal.
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2. Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping (GF)
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Well Fed Baker
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping (GF) – Well Fed Baker
This sweet potato casserole with pecan topping with a classic holiday side dish. It’s a perfect balance of sweet and crunchy made with gluten free & dairy free ingredients.
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3. Best Ever Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe
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The Slow Roasted Italian
Best Ever Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe + Video
Jiffy Corn Casserole goes from prep to oven in just 5 minutes! Enjoy a delicious combination of flavors and textures in one savory dish.
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4. Skillet Green Bean Casserole
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Camp.Grill.Eat
Skillet Green Bean Casserole – Camp.Grill.Eat.
This easy skillet green bean casserole is made with homemade mushroom sauce (no canned soup!), fresh green beans, and crispy fried onions. It can be prepared on your stovetop, camp stove, grill, or campfire.
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5. Slow Cooker Herbed Baby Potatoes
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Flavorful Eats
Slow Cooker Herbed Baby Potatoes
This Slow Cooker Herbed Baby Potatoes recipe is a must-have 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! These tender, seasoned baby potatoes are the perfect side for dinners, holidays, and potlucks!
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6. Joanna Gaines’ Holiday Cranberry Sauce
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Joanna Gaines’ Holiday Cranberry Sauce
Make Joanna Gaines’ Holiday Cranberry Sauce for a sweet and tart treat that will compliment any holiday meal.
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7. Best Fluffy Dinner Rolls
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I Heart Eating
Best Fluffy Dinner Rolls – I Heart Eating
Best homemade dinner rolls! Make the best soft and fluffy dinner rolls with this easy recipe! The old fashioned rolls are so easy to make!
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8. Fresh Green Bean Casserole
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Joyous Apron
Fresh Green Bean Casserole
This Fresh Green Bean Casserole recipe is the classic green bean casserole made using fresh green beans and homemade mushroom cream sauce.
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9. Easy Herb and Vegetable Stuffing Recipe
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Natural Deets
Easy Herb and Vegetable Stuffing Recipe (Perfect for Thanksgiving!)
Whether you’re hosting a big holiday dinner or bringing a dish to share, this herb and vegetable stuffing is a classic recipe you’ll love
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10. Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts
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The Magical Slow Cooker
Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts
These Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts are made with just a few ingredients and yield a delicious-tasting side dish everyone is sure to enjoy!
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11. Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese Copycat Recipe
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Food Plus Words
Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese Copycat Recipe
Make this easy Cracker Barrel mac and cheese copycat recipe with just 8 ingredients. It’s rich, creamy, and absolutely comforting, just like the real thing!
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12. Honey Butter Skillet Corn
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I heart Naptime
Honey Butter Skillet Corn – I Heart Naptime
Honey butter skillet corn is an easy 15-minute side dish made with frozen corn, sweet honey, rich butter, and tangy cream cheese.
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13. Corn Casserole
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Corn Casserole
Enjoy a comforting meal with this delicious Corn Casserole recipe! This classic casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser this Thanksgiving!
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14. Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
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Happy Kitchen
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup • Happy Kitchen
This warming roasted butternut squash soup is creamy, satisfying and easy vegan soup, full of nutrients and delicate fall flavors.
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15. Hot Honey Roasted Carrots
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Killing Thyme
Hot Honey Roasted Carrots
These hot honey roasted carrots bring some sweet and heat to your plate and might just become your new favorite veg side.
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16. Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole (Vegetable Au Gratin)
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The Fresh Cooky
Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole (Vegetable Au Gratin)
An easy recipe for Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole. This vegetable au gratin makes a wonderful side dish year-round. Easily adapt to be low-carb, gluten-free and dairy-free.
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17. Thanksgiving Fruit Salad
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My Kitchen Serenity
Thanksgiving Fruit Salad
Delicious fruit tossed in a homemade honey lime dressing. Topped with dried cranberries and chopped walnuts. Not too heavy or overly sweet!
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18. Roasted Carrots and Asparagus
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Food Exit Recipes
Roasted Carrots and Asparagus – Easy Oven-Baked Side Dish
Roasted Carrots and Asparagus is a perfect healthy side dish recipe with tender veggies cooked to perfection, topped with creamy goat cheese.
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19. Creamy Mashed Potatoes
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The Wholesome Spoon
Creamy Mashed Potatoes – The Wholesome Spoon
Mashed potatoes are loved by all! These Creamy Mashed Potatoes have all the good stuff in them! They’re buttery, comforting, and delicious!
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20. Easy Corn Pudding Casserole
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Cupcakes and Kale Chips
Easy Corn Pudding Casserole – No Corn Muffin Mix!
This homemade corn pudding recipe is a family-favorite! We have been making this creamy corn pudding casserole from scratch for years.
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21. Thanksgiving Jello
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The Cookin Chicks
Thanksgiving Jello
Impress your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving Jello recipe. With just a few ingredients, you can create a tasty dish for the holidays.
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22. Squash Casserole
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Squash Casserole
Jump into Fall with this delicious and easy-to-make Squash Casserole! With just a few ingredients, you can make the perfect side dish.
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