These 12 potato side dishes are great for Christmas dinner, holiday meals, and winter entertaining. From buttery mashed potatoes to crispy roasted sides, there’s something here for every holiday table.
Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
These air fryer smashed potatoes with Dijon mustard and thyme are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Five ingredients and no boiling, they’re ready in just 30 minutes, and they help free up oven space.
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Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables
These sheet pan roasted vegetables pair your favorite veggies with oil and spices for a tasty, easy side dish that’s completely hands-off. Use your favorite spice mix!
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Feta and Sweet Potato Pierogi
Homemade feta and sweet potato pierogies are the ultimate comfort food. Creamy mashed sweet potatoes and tangy feta are wrapped in soft dumpling dough for a simple, delicious side dish.
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Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes
Level up your Christmas dinner with these creamy mashed potatoes flavored with brown butter and fresh thyme. Made with just four simple ingredients, they turn everyday mashed potatoes into a delicious side dish.
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Vegan Pierogis
Soft dough filled with a creamy vegan potato mixture, then boiled and optionally pan-fried with onions. They freeze perfectly, making them an easy make ahead dish for the busy holidays.
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Creamy Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
Thinly sliced potatoes are baked in a savory cashew sauce until tender, then topped with fresh green onions. Creamy, cheesy, and comforting, this vegan potato dish is the perfect addition to any dinner.
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Air Fryer Ranch Potatoes
Crispy herb-ranch seasoned potatoes that are quick to make with the air fryer, freeing up your oven space, and perfect for Christmas dinner sides.
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Lemon Potatoes
Lemon, garlic, and oregano roasted potatoes feature a bright flavor that pairs well with a variety of holiday mains.
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Chimichurri Smashed Potatoes
Crispy smashed potatoes finished with a vibrant chimichurri sauce for an herb-forward Christmas side.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Crispy on the outside and tender in the middle, these air fryer sweet potato wedges add natural sweetness and color to the Christmas dinner table.
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Pumpkin Gnocchi
Soft, pillowy pumpkin gnocchi made with mashed potatoes creates a cozy, seasonal side dish that works so well for Christmas dinner and plant-based holiday menus.
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Air Fryer Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
Crispy on the outside, tender inside, these Hasselback sweet potatoes are made in the air fryer for quick cooking. A sprinkle of your favorite seasonings makes them versatile enough for any meal.
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
