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Christmas Vegetable Sides That Taste Amazing

By Laura Fuentes Updated Dec 4, 2024

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Looking for complimentary veggie side dishes for your holiday meals but are unsure what to make this year? This post has you covered with the tastiest and best options for a stress-free holiday celebration that will have your family members asking for more.

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Vegetable Side Dishes for Christmas

Whether you want caramelized veggies in the oven, fresh raw salads, or a hearty side cooked on the stove, you’ll find something epic to satisfy everyone!

Keep these Christmas vegetable side dish recipes on hand because you’ll want to enjoy them all year round!

christmas salad with apples, pecans, greens and onion
Christmas Salad
5 from 5 votes
The crisp apples, tender greens, pecan bits, and blue cheese crumbles are a mouthwatering combination -all tossed in a simple apple cider vinaigrette.
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Bacon Caramelized Brussel Sprouts
5 from 35 votes
These Brussel Sprouts are pan-seared to perfection with bacon and finished with balsamic vinegar for a delicious and tangy side dish to holiday meals.
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asparagus in a pan
Lemon Garlic Asparagus
5 from 26 votes
These Lemon Garlic Asparagus will turn your holiday recipes up a notch! Ready to eat and easy to make in 20 minutes.
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Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
5 from 9 votes
This healthy side salad is made with roasted beets, goat cheese, and walnuts. It's tasty, filling, and easy to make!
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large dish of carrots peas and potaotes
Peas and Carrots with Potatoes
5 from 27 votes
Turn ordinary potatoes, peas, and carrots into a nutritious and delicious vegetable side for Christmas. No oven is required with this dish!
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sliced cucumber salad in a white bowl
Cucumber Salad with Cilantro and Lime
5 from 36 votes
For a refreshing and crunchy side, this Cucumber Salad is dressed with fragrant cilantro lime dressing for the perfect healthy compliment.
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Winter Salad
5 from 37 votes
This salad is everything you could want with a healthy meal: roasted seasonal vegetables tossed with a delicious maple Dijon dressing.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Rice in a bowl
Cheesy Cauliflower Rice
5 from 42 votes
Cheesy Cauliflower Rice is a staple for the holidays. This recipe rounds out your family's meal for the perfect low-carb side.
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Baked Spinach Balls with Parmesan
5 from 29 votes
Spinach dip is so delicious that I made a side dish out of it! These Spinach Balls taste exactly like the dip, making them the real deal while adding greens to your Christmas menu.
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Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon
5 from 33 votes
Once you taste this dish, you'll never go back. Made with ease and packed with flavor.
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Perfect Roasted Parsnips
5 from 25 votes
This perfectly roasted root vegetable is packed with nutritional value and loaded with flavor. It will be a hit!
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Roasted Broccolini
5 from 31 votes
Broccoli complimented with garlic, lemon, and olive oil are what make this side dish extra special for the holidays.
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Fresh Bruschetta Salad
5 from 29 votes
For an epic side dish, make this juicy tomato, fresh basil, and balsamic drizzle Bruschetta Salad!
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Carrot Raisin Salad with Pineapple
5 from 34 votes
This Chick-fil-A copycat recipe is healthier: made with fresh pineapple, sweet raisins, and shredded carrots tossed in a light, creamy sauce.
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healthy zucchini au gratin in an orange baking dish
Zucchini Au Gratin
5 from 30 votes
When Hansel and Gretel were following the breadcrumbs, they were looking for this amazingly healthy recipe!
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Roasted Acorn Squash Slices
5 from 25 votes
Roasted acorn squash is a fall-inspired recipe with a sweet and nutty flavor on the inside, with crispy toasted edges. Think sweet potato wedges, but better!
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overhead view of balsamic beets
Balsamic Roasted Beets
5 from 23 votes
Another crave-worthy dish is these Balsamic Roasted Beets! The sweet vinegar adds a notable contrast for an easy and tangy side.
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closeup view of savory butternut squash topped with parmesan cheese
Savory Butternut Squash with Garlic & Cheese
5 from 21 votes
If you want to impress with minimal effort, learn how to make this side dish with savory butternut squash and parmesan cheese.
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Spiralized Zucchini & Tomato Recipe
5 from 34 votes
With light and simple ingredients, this Spiraled Zucchini dish comes together in a flash.
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roasted fall vegetables on a sheet pan
Roasted Fall Vegetables
5 from 26 votes
Combine fall vegetables such as butternut squash, brussel sprouts, and beets, and you'll get a side dish that will be a symphony in your mouth.
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Cranberry Quinoa Salad
5 from 30 votes
Quinoa Salad will kick up your holidays' menu. Save time by mixing the ingredients beforehand, and combine with the spinach right before serving.
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I hope you enjoy these Christmas sides with your family and have a wonderful and stress-free holiday celebration!

by Laura Fuentes

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