It’s nearly that time of year! Below, I’ve compiled a list of some amazing and delicious side dishes for your Thanksgiving table this year. From luscious potatoes au gratin, the essential mac and cheese, and sweet cranberry sauce, to roasted carrots and brussel sprouts. Everything you need for the perfect Thanksgiving dinner.
As a Brit, I’ve never had a “proper” Thanksgiving dinner – but the internet is such a blessing in that it’s exposed me to the countless gorgeous Thanksgiving recipes out there for all to try. Although my family doesn’t celebrate this day like we do Christmas, I can’t wait to get stuck into some of these recipes and have my own Thanksgiving feast!
What side dishes are typical for a Thanksgiving dinner?
What is synonymous with your Thanksgiving table may be different to what is typical for someone else – so these recipes draw in Thanksgiving classics from all over the USA! That includes different casseroles, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and – a must for many – mac and cheese.
Let me know what recipes you’ll be trying this Thanksgiving!
The ultimate list of side dishes you need for your Thanksgiving table! From baked mac and cheese with a crispy topping, to an easy cranberry sauce for adding to your plate. Have the best Thanksgiving ever with these amazing sides!
This cheesy mashed potato au gratin is pure indulgence - the perfect potato side dish for a big occasion such as Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
The best crispy, creamy, cheesy baked mac and cheese you'll ever have! The perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or a treat for your family!
Fluffy, herby, and so delicious - these brown butter sage rolls are the perfect Thanksgiving side, or great for loading up with leftovers.
A gorgeously indulgent side dish, this cheesy potato and leek gratin contains thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy leek bath for pure decadence.
A lovely homemade stuffing recipe - easy, simple, but so delicious paired with your other favorite sides.
So easy and delicious, this recipe shows you how to make the best roasted frozen green beans that are perfectly flavored and just the right texture.
You’ll love these easy roasted brussel sprouts in balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, served with toasted walnuts, crumbled feta, and juicy pomegranate seeds. This delicious vegetable side dish is ready in just 30 minutes and is absolutely bursting with flavor.
This classic scalloped potatoes recipe makes the perfect Easter side dish, or addition to the table for Thanks Giving or Christmas! Thinly sliced potatoes are baked in a gorgeous creamy sauce with caramelized onions for potato heaven.
These honey-glazed carrots with chili, garlic, and thyme are my absolute favorite way to cook carrots. Ready in just 30 minutes and a delicious vegetable side dish.
These epic vegetarian stuffing balls are made with a unique twist - they’re stuffed with delicious brie and cranberry sauce! Cooked in just 15 minutes in the air fryer or 20 minutes in the oven, these stuffing balls are made with sage and onion stuffing, vegetarian sausages, and diced apple.
The most beautiful cranberry sauce - sugar free, and with just 4 ingredients.
This roasted green beans and carrots recipe is a simple but delicious way to elevate what could otherwise be a relatively standard vegetable side dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, and perfectly paired with thyme and rosemary, garlic, honey, and lemon zest.
These roasted frozen brussel sprouts are a fantastic and easy side dish for serving delicious brussel sprouts with minimal effort required.
A beautiful homemade green bean casserole with a creamy mushroom sauce and crispy onions on top. How beautiful!
The most delicious creamy, fluffy garlic mashed potatoes with butter and thyme. This easy potato side dish is perfect for your table this holiday season.
Cynthia
Wednesday 26th of November 2025
Thank you, thank you thank you. My sister asked me to make the brussels sprouts for her and had no idea what to do with it. I needed this. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.