55 Best Side Dishes to Serve With Your Holiday Ham
Make room for veggies, casseroles, and biscuits.
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A holiday ham is the ultimate table centerpiece whether you make it for Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas. You can even make a glazed ham for your Sunday supper and it's sure to steal the show. But what would that savory, salty goodness be without a supporting cast? Here, you'll find the best side dishes for ham to serve on any occasion! So, grab your favorite ham recipe and check out these vegetable side dishes, comforting casserole recipes, and beautiful bread basket ideas.
On this list you'll find potluck recipes like cornbread casserole along with time-saving dishes like air fryer green beans and Crock-Pot scalloped potatoes. Not only did will you find dishes that work for any weeknight meal, but there are plenty of ideas for Southern comfort foods including mac and cheese, sweet potato sides, deviled eggs, and buttermilk biscuits. Choose one or choose a bunch: The final menu is up to you!
Looking for a side that's just as exciting as the roast itself? Try one of the creative potato side dishes or vibrant veggies that are sure to impress. Of course, depending on the time of year, you may opt for sides that celebrate the season like sautéed sugar snap peas in spring or maple-bacon Brussels sprouts in the fall. Whichever recipe you choose, these side dishes for ham are sure to become your family's favorites.
Asparagus Salad
This vibrant make-ahead salad combines the ultimate spring vegetable with parmesan, walnuts, radishes, fresh herbs, and a bright, lemony vinaigrette. Oh, you'll also toss it with bits of bacon for a refreshing, salty, and crunchy balance.
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Carrot Gratin
Put a twist on tradition when you make this dish which features the creamy, cheesy goodness of a classic gratin but with a beautiful pop of color and touch of natural sweetness thanks to the addition of carrots. Of course, it's still topped with crispy, golden breadcrumbs.
Get Ree's Carrot Gratin recipe.
Pickled Deviled Eggs
The pretty pink color of these deviled eggs actually comes from beets! As for the flavor, they're infused with a zingy brine and filled with creamy goat cheese for a fabulous finger food that tastes just as good as it looks.
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Carrot Ribbon Salad
Peel carrots into twisty, delicate ribbons for the base of this bright, springy salad! Then, you'll toss the sweet veggie with a creamy lemon-tahini dressing and sprinkle on crunchy, salty pistachios. Don't forget to finish it off with mint and parsley.
Get Ree's Carrot Ribbon Salad recipe.
Green Beans Almondine
This flavorful side dish is earthy, nutty, and lemony fresh. Best of all, it's easy to whip up in just 30 minutes, making it a simple yet elegant way to elevate plain green beans.
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Loaded Baked Potatoes
Ree says that loaded baked potatoes "happen to be one of my favorite things in the world." And they're bound to be yours too once you follow her instructions for crispy skin, fluffy insides, and all the fixin's on top.
Get Ree's Loaded Baked Potatoes recipe.
Cornbread Casserole
Cornbread is a savory side that brings just the right touch of sweetness to any meal. This easy casserole version simplifies things by using a boxed mix. Just wait until you try it drizzled with hot honey—it’s a game-changer!
Get Ree's Cornbread Casserole recipe.
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Transform Brussels sprouts from simple to sensational with ease. All you have to do is toss them with a mixture of orange juice, brown sugar, and vinegar, then let the oven work its magic to bring these vibrant veggies to life.
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Cauliflower and Broccoli Casserole with Bacon
If you're looking to please a crowd, this dish will have everyone excited for their veggies! With cheese, bacon, and buttery crackers, it’s a guaranteed flavor-packed favorite.
Crock-Pot Scalloped Potatoes
Get ready to impress your guests with this classic creamy potato dish. Scalloped potatoes feel fancy but making them in a slow cooker couldn't be easier. These get their scrumptious taste from a rich cream, gruyère, and sharp white cheddar sauce.
Get the Crock-Pot Scalloped Potatoes recipe.
Cheddar Biscuits
Biscuits are a staple in the Drummond household, and if you share their love, make them even better by adding plenty of cheese for an extra rich and decadent treat. They’re also perfect for making sandwiches with leftover ham!
Get Ree's Cheddar Biscuits recipe.
Roasted Carrots with Honey Herb Butter
A little bit sweet, a little bit savory, and a whole lotta flavorful, these carrots are bursting with flavor and sure to win over even the pickiest veggie eaters. Plus, the oven takes care of most of the work for you!
French Onion Potatoes au Gratin
What's better than a classic French dish? Blending it with another timeless favorite to create the ultimate indulgence! Here, creamy potatoes are layered with caramelized onions and lots of cheese for a match made in culinary heaven.
Get Ree's French Onion Potatoes au Gratin recipe.
Slow Cooker Green Beans
These green beans are cooked low and slow, allowing ample time to absorb the rich flavors of tomato and bacon. For an extra touch, set aside some crispy bacon and sprinkle it on top just before serving for a delightful crunch.
Get the Slow Cooker Green Beans recipe.
Melting Potatoes
These delightful spuds have everything potato lovers want in a side dish: golden and caramelized outsides and soft, tender insides. But the secret to what really takes them to the next level? A 15 minute braise in an extra rich and flavorful mixture!
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Green Goddess Salad
If you're looking for something to add freshness to your table to balance out the heavier comfort food, then this is the salad for you! Made with cabbage, cucumber, sugar snap peas, and green onions, it'll be the perfect crunchy side.
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Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
This green veggie gets a pop of sweet and smoky flavor from the dried cranberries and crispy bacon. This will most certainly get everyone in the family to eat their vegetables.
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Buttermilk Biscuits
You can't go wrong with buttery biscuits! This recipe has some tips and tricks for keeping them tall, flaky, and fluffy—just the way you like 'em.
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Mashed Potato Casserole
Ree's mashed potatoes are amazing on their own, but do you know what she believes in? "The magical powers of bacon, cheese, crispy fried onions, and potato chips," and that's certainly what you'll find in this delectable dish.
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Air Fryer Green Beans
All you need is 15 minutes to make this easy green bean side dish. They come out tender yet crisp every time and just need a little sprinkle of seasoned salt and pepper.
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