68 Thanksgiving Side Dishes – Easy Make-Ahead Dishes to Feed A Crowd

Love hasselback potatoes but don't like the "hassle"? Now, you can make sweet potatoes and regular potatoes in the air fryer with very little effort.

Serve up fun and flavor with this fun Thanksgiving charcuterie board as a the perfect appetizer.

With cheese topping, this easy and simple whole roasted cauliflower head served with garlic cream sauce is a showstopper at any dinner table.

An exceptionally delicious plant-based roast made of fresh mushrooms, artichoke hearts, cannellini beans, herbs and vital wheat gluten flour surrounded with a rich and savory mushroom paté baked in a delicate pastry crust.

Deliciously festive bite-size appetizers baked in puff pastry with vegan cream cheese topped with a homemade cranberry orange sauce, zest and fresh herbs.

Add a little bite to your mashed potatoes. Parsnips adds a unique flavor and texture to the mashed potatoes, making it taste awesome!

Cook a whole cauliflower in the air fryer using just simple pesto flavoring. This cauliflower is going to be an attention grabber. Great for vegan or vegetarian thanksgiving tables.

Cheesy loaded cauliflower bake Cheesy Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Bake is a classic and rich side dish where tender cauliflower is tossed in a cheesy and creamy sauce loaded with mushrooms. People are going to come for second servings and maybe even more. A total rockstar at your dinner table.

Green Bean Casserole is mandatory at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner tables in many homes and is always a crowd favorite. This is one of the easy side dishes you will ever make. The tender green beans tossed in creamy and cheesy sauce, topped with crispy fried onions, making every bite irresistibly delicious, and you cannot stop but go for a second serving. Prepare this best green bean casserole recipe for the upcoming holiday season.

Serve a crowd with this easy, classic recipe for funeral potatoes. These cheesy potatoes with cornflakes are a favorite at Thanksgiving and family gatherings.

This delicious recipe for Roasted Parmesan Green Beans uses fresh green beans and makes for a perfect side dish at any Thanksgiving gathering. It’s also simple enough to have anytime, not just on a special occasion!

This Green Bean Artichoke Casserole Recipe is perfect for any Thanksgiving meal. The combination of crunchy fried onions, creamy soup, and savory seasonings create a flavorful dish.

This Vegan Parsnip Mash is easy, creamy, garlicky and light! Not to mention it’s made with only 8 ingredients and they are gluten free as well. ANYONE can cook this perfect mashed potato replacement.

These Garlic Butter Roasted Brussels Sprouts make the perfect vegetable side dish. You’ll whip up Brussels sprouts in a matter of minutes on the stovetop. It doesn’t hurt that they’re oil free and gluten free.

You’ll absolutely love this easy Gluten Free Hummus with Roasted Carrots from the very first dip. This hummus recipe has a ton of flavor with notes of savory chipotle. It’s also vegan, dairy free and can be made without oil or tahini!

Buttery, tender, and deliciously comforting, this simple recipe for Dutch Oven Potatoes is a must-have for cooler weather. Adorable baby potatoes are given a seasonal treatment of garlic and rosemary for the easiest, tastiest carb-y side you can imagine!

Make-ahead Boursin mashed potatoes are the perfect Thanksgiving recipe! These Boursin cheese mashed potatoes are easy, herby, and delicious!

Roasted acorn squash salad is a must for Thanksgiving or even as a side for a fall dinner, especially drizzled with creamy maple dressing!

The best candied yams you’ve ever tried! This recipe makes the perfect side dish for any meal and will wow everyone on your holiday table!!

These potatoes are a tasty take on traditional mashed potatoes. When you make these mashed potatoes with red skin, you get an incredible flavor and texture. They make the perfect side dish or base for your next meal that your family will love.

This easy brown gravy is made with beef stock and thickened with roux made of flour and butter! No drippings required and ready in under 10 minutes!

These sautéed mushrooms are flavored with garlic butter and seared until golden brown and delicious!

This baked mac and cheese is full of gooey, stretchy cheese and topped with crunchy breadcrumbs. It’s creamy, cheesy, and comforting!

These Thanksgiving deviled eggs are sure to be a hit with your Thanksgiving guests! They are delicious as well as fun and festive.

This sour cream green bean casserole is classic holiday comfort food at its finest! This green bean casserole uses fresh green beans and is sure to be a hit.

Stuffing muffins are my fun take on the classic holiday recipe! These individual cups are packed with traditional stuffing, veggies, and bacon.

This white cheddar mac and cheese recipe comes together in minutes and is perfect for serving as a vegetarian main dish or classic side.

Smothered green beans are cooked until tender and tossed with cooked bacon for a wonderful recipe ideal for any family dinner, large gathering, or holiday table.

This vegan lasagna is the ultimate comfort food recipe! Loaded with vegetables and layers of cheese, it’s perfect for every day but also a great option for holidays and special occasions.

Maple Bacon Carrots are always one of the first side dishes to disappear on the Thanksgiving table. People of all ages love the combination of crispy, savory bacon, tender carrots and maple syrup glaze.

Boursin mashed potatoes are creamy and delicious. Hints of garlic and herbs stand out in this knockout recipe.

This decadent, creamy southern baked mac and cheese is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish! And it's easier to make than you think!

Looking for the ultimate turkey gravy recipe? Look no further! This savory, delicious gravy will elevate your Thanksgiving feast to new heights.

This turkey cheese ball recipe is absolutely darling and makes the perfect appetizer for Thanksgiving dinner!

Want a quick alternative to traditional cranberry sauce this Thanksgiving? Whip up this no-cook cranberry-orange-apple relish to serve with your Turkey.

A quick and simple way to upgrade your holiday meal, this Ginger Orange Cranberry Sauce is packed full of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this sauce will become a staple at Thanksgiving

Green Chile Cornbread Casserole makes a perfect side dish recipe for your Thanksgiving meal! A fun Mexican twist on a Southern corn casserole recipe with chile peppers and cheese.

This Thanksgiving Stuffing with Cranberries, Kale, Pecans, and Wild Rice is packed with lots of mix ins and flavors for a textured holiday dressing. Not soggy and mushy, rice adds texture and flavor.

Tender sweet potato slices cooked in the air fryer have a crispy texture too that makes them irresistible. This easy side dish for Thankgiving is not only delicious but also leave the oven free for other things.

No Thanksgiving is complete without this cranberry relish recipe. It will be handed down the generations.

When you have a big to do list at Thanksgiving, it’s nice to have a few things you can make a few days ahead of time. Turkey Gravy without Drippings is the perfect example!

This traditional recipe for creamed corn is so delicious--it'll leave everyone wanting more! With options for sweet or savory, this is a recipe you need to try!

This vegan cornbread stuffing is the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving. Your guests won’t even know it’s vegan. The perfect meatless side dish!

If you’re looking for a delicious meal side dish that’s dairy free, vegan, and delicious- check out this vegan green bean casserole.

 These 3-ingredients roasted turmeric potatoes are super quick and easy as the potatoes aren't parboiled before baking. Golden and spiced from the turmeric, they're nonetheless delicious- firm outside but warm and melt-in-your-mouth inside!

Try this tried and true classic make ahead stuffing and you’ll be sure to have a hit at your next Thanksgiving day or holiday dinner. Best Thanksgiving dish on the table – no contest!

An easy side dish recipe that tastes like a dessert. Tender sweet potato rounds are covered in a rich, buttery glaze.

Sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is a popular Thanksgiving side dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with toasted marshmallows for an easy but delightfully delicious dish!

The perfect classic dressing for your thanksgiving table. Flavors of onion and sage are predominant in this delicious homemade bread dressing.

This classic sweet potato soufflé casserole is delightful with turkey, dressing, and gravy. Slightly sweet with a light texture it’s a great Thanksgiving side dish.

A crowd favorite, this sweet and tangy salad is easy to make in advance.

This Oven Roasted Delicata Squash Recipe is roasted with sweet maple syrup, butter, and sprinkled with ground cinnamon for a flavorful autumn side dish everyone will love. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and completely delicious, try serving this easy maple roasted delicata squash recipe with chicken, pork, or alongside this year’s Thanksgiving dinner.

This unique take on a Thanksgiving classic makes this Everything Bagel Stuffing a delicious enough side dish to eat all year round!

This Easy Brandy Cranberry Sauce is simple to make, boasting the perfect balance between tangy and sweet and a subtle hint of floral brandy.

This Green Bean Casserole utilizes a secret ingredient to boost the classic flavors of your traditional Thanksgiving favorite side dish.

Sweet, crunchy, and the ultimate Thanksgiving side dish, this Sweet Potato Casserole with Walnuts is a must make recipe! Mashed sweet potatoes and a crunchy brown sugar topping come together for a simple and easy side dish!

A change from traditional stuffing, this rice dressing is packed full of bacon, mushrooms, and fluffy rice. It's a great make ahead Thanksgiving side dish that is so easy and so delicious!

Apple & Cranberry Sausage Stuffing recipe is a must-have dish at our Thanksgiving feast. This delicious side dish features bread cubes that have been toasted to perfection and seasoned with zesty Italian sausage, fragrant herbs, tart cranberries, and diced apples.

Gluten-Free Stuffing! Easy, classic stuffing — full of flavor and perfect for your holiday feasts!

Simplify collard greens by making them in the Instant Pot! This recipe saves a ton of time and doesn't skimp on flavor.

This winter themed salad is a beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving spread!

My mom always had a bowl of pistachio salad at her Thanksgiving table, and it's become a favorite with my family too! The color is beautiful and it's super easy to make.

Unleash the full potential of your roasted bird with this Homemade Turkey Gravy from Drippings, utilizing the rich pan drippings to create an incredibly flavorful sauce. Make the base ahead of time for a stress-free serving day and witness this irresistible gravy become your everlasting favorite. 

This simple and easy side dish uses a variety of root vegetable with a butternut squash. Easy to make ahead and warm up for your holiday dinner!

Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes are a delicious holiday side dish. They are covered in a mixture of butter, sugar, syrup, and vanilla, then caramelized in the oven. To me, they are the ultimate comfort food and make a sweet, simple, and satisfying side dish for your holiday table.

A sweet potato casserole is a must at our Thanksgiving table. An easy make ahead recipe. Just reheat the day of.

Buttery and delicious corn. Bake or make in a skillet. A wonderful side dish for your next Thanksgiving table.

This copycat Ruth Chris Steakhouse sweet potato casserole can be made in advance for easy Thanksgiving meal prep! The incredible praline topping can be added just before baking!