The turkey may be the star of Thanksgiving, but the side dishes are the what everyone loves. Make a handful of great recipes to accompany the main dish and you’ll have a great feast, even if the turkey come out just ok. A key to a successful Thanksgiving meal plan is to have easy side dishes that don’t consume a ton of time making and are still super delicious and with enough variety that there is a recipe for everyone to love.

Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes Recipes step by step

Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes

It’s always about the side dishes when it comes to Thanksgiving. Even if the turkey didn’t come out great, it’s the great side dishes that saves the meal! Here’s our favorite collection of easy Thanksgiving side dish recipes to save the day!

From brussels sprouts to amazing potato dishes, we have you covered. These are the classics when it comes to Thanksgiving dishes but we have plenty of other vegetable dishes that are fantastic.

VIDEO: Best Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes 

Thanksgiving Scalloped Potatoes Recipe in a casserole

All our Awesome Potato Recipes:

  1. 3 Cheese Mashed Potato Bake
  2. Creamy Gravy Scalloped  Potatoes 
  3. Mushroom Gravy Scalloped Potatoes
  4. Creamy Potatoes au Gratin 
  5. Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato Casserole
  6. Hasselback Potatoes with Cheese 
  7. Crispy Roasted Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan
  8. Easy Smashed Potatoes with Mushroom Gravy 
Thanksgiving Brussels Sprouts Recipes for Easy Side Dish in a cast iron skillet

Brussels Sprouts Recipes You’ll Obsess Over:

  1. Sheet Pan Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic
  2. Creamy Brussels Sprouts Gratin Casserole 
  3. Skillet Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Sausage and Cheese 
  4. Classic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar 
  5. Cheesy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Parmesan
Thanksgiving Green Bean Casserole Recipe in a cast iron skillet

Delicious Vegetables Everyone Will Love:

  1. Fresh Green Bean Casserole
  2. Broccoli Cheddar Bake with Parmesan Cheese
  3. Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower 
  4. Air Fried Acorn Squash 
  5. Simple Roasted Garlic Asparagus 
  6. Butternut Squash Casserole Bake 
  7. Garlic Butter Green Beans
  8. Mom’s Sausage and Apple Stuffing 
  9. Sweet Potato Casserole with Crunchy Nut topping 
  10. Easy Fresh Cranberry Sauce 
  11. Delicious Mushroom Gravy 
  12. Easy Vegetarian Mushroom Gravy or Sauce