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40 Flavourful Sides for Your Easter Feast

Posted by Jessica Witt on March 8, 2017

From colourful brown butter roasted radishes to slow-cooker sweet potatoes, create your perfect Easter menu with our collection of springtime recipes and holiday favourites.

  • Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts
     
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    Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts

    <p>This savoury roasted mélange of root vegetables makes a spectacular Easter side that’s the absolute definition of comfort food.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-potatoes-carrots-parsnips-and-brussels-sprouts/17058/"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts</strong><a></p>
  • Mushroom and Peas Farrotto
     
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    Mushroom and Peas Farrotto

    <p>Nutty, chewy farro gets a spring makeover with this cheesy, pea and mushroom filled side dish. Leeks, garlic and lots of olive oil make this risotto-like side dish stand out from your Easter spread.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mushroom-and-pea-farrotto/17048/" target="_blank"><strong>Mushroom and Peas Farrotto<strong></a></p>
  • Asparagus, Lemon and Chèvre Pasta Salad
     
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    Asparagus, Lemon and Chèvre Pasta Salad

    <p>This pasta salad is fresh and light and is a lovely accompaniment to turkey, lamb or whatever protein you choose to serve this Easter.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/asparagus-lemon-and-chevre-pasta-salad/12557/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Asparagus, Lemon and Chèvre Pasta Salad</strong></a></p>
  • Spring Peas with Dates and Walnuts
     
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    Spring Peas with Dates and Walnuts

    <p>Three types of peas are mixed with walnuts and dates, then tossed in walnut oil and salt for the perfect spring side.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spring-peas-with-dates-and-walnuts/18012/" target="_blank"><strong>Spring Peas with Dates and Walnuts</strong></a></p>
  • Spring Pea and Rice Salad
     
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    Spring Pea and Rice Salad

    <p> Add a bold and beautiful twist to plain basmati rice with tart radishes, fresh sweet peas and a creamy homemade mustard dressing that will leave you drooling. The pop of red and green against the white will inspire you to make this spring-infused dish on multiple occasions. You can also breathe new life into last night's simple side dish with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/easy-tasty-ways-use-leftover-rice/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">easy and tasty ways to use leftover rice</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spring-pea-and-rice-salad/10114/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Spring Pea and Rice Salad</strong></a> </p>
  • Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
     
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    Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes

    <p>Put your slow cooker to the test with this classic creamy potato side dish. Tip: add a little bit of flour to help thicken and stabilize the cream.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-scalloped-potatoes/18955/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes</strong></a></p>
  • The Ultimate Potato Gratin
     
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    The Ultimate Potato Gratin

    <p>These are not your mother's scalloped potatoes! Boasting bacon, savoy cabbage, fresh chives, Parmesan and cream, this is a dish guaranteed to make any meal twice as delicious.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-ultimate-potato-gratin/17098/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Tyler Florence's The Ultimate Potato Gratin</strong></a></p>
  • Spring Pea Soup With Mint
     
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    Spring Pea Soup With Mint

    <p>Spring herbs give this simple soup a beautiful boost of flavour while teasing your palate for the main course.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spring-pea-soup-with-mint/9948/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson's Spring Pea Soup With Mint<strong></a></p>
  • Asparagus Tart
     
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    Asparagus Tart

    <p>Tender asparagus and tangy goat cheese pair up for a yummy, beautiful tart that will impress brunch guests. It also makes a a great light lunch served with a side salad.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/asparagus-tart/14278/" target="_blank"><strong>Asparagus Tart</strong></a></p>
  • Asparagus with Rhubarb Hollandaise
     
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    Asparagus with Rhubarb Hollandaise

    <p>Two popular spring flavours come together in one delicious side dish. Quickly blanched asparagus is served with a generous portion of creamy hollandaise sauce full of tart rhubarb and fragrant herbs.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/asparagus-with-rhubarb-hollandaise/10113/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Asparagus with Rhubarb Hollandaise</strong></a></p>
  • Spinach Gratin
     
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    Spinach Gratin

    <p>Who doesn't love their greens covered in cheese? This warming side dish packs wholesome spinach and Parm, Gruyère, cream and other satisfying additions. The <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/satisfying-vegetarian-casserole-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">vegetarian casserole</a> pairs well with just about any main, too!</p> </p><p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/barefoot-contessa/recipe/ina-gartens-spinach-gratin/15407/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Spinach Gratin</a></strong></p>
  • Zucchini Gratin
     
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    Zucchini Gratin

    <p>It only takes a handful of ingredients to make this veggie-packed gratin with a blanket of crisp cheese and breadcrumbs on top.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ina-gartens-zucchini-gratin/15432/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten's Zucchini Gratin</strong></a></p>
  • Spring Panzanella
     
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    Spring Panzanella

    <p>Celebrate the season with a light yet filling Italian salad packed with thinly sliced radish, pea shoots, asparagus and sweet, grilled scallions.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spring-vegetable-panzanella/15859/" target="_blank"><strong>Spring Panzanella</strong></a></p>
  • Leek Potato Soup
     
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    Leek Potato Soup

    <p>This silky, delicious soup works great as an appetizer but can also be served alongside the main course.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/leek-potato-soup/15935/"><strong>Alton Brown's Leek Potato Soup</strong></a>.</p>
  • Carrot Slaw
     
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    Carrot Slaw

    <p>Easy to make and even easier to eat, this sweet, fresh and downright delicious salad makes a perfect side dish any time of the year.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/alton-browns-carrot-slaw/16340/" target="_blank">Alton Brown's Carrot Slaw</a></strong></p>
  • Glazed Carrots
     
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    Glazed Carrots

    <p>Honey is used in this simple side to boost this fall veggie’s natural sweetness. Try using different coloured carrots — yellow, orange, white, red, purple — for a more vibrant presentation.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/glazed-carrots/17238/" target="_blank"><strong>Ricardo Larrivée’s Glazed Carrots</strong></a></p>
  • Slow Cooker Spiced Sweet Potatoes
     
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    Slow Cooker Spiced Sweet Potatoes

    <p>Picture these perfectly spiced spuds on your table, smothered in a sweet brown sugar cinnamon sauce and crunchy chopped pecans.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-spiced-sweet-potatoes-with-pecans/19488/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slow Cooker Spiced Sweet Potatoes</a></strong></p>
  • Chipotle Smashed Sweet Potatoes
     
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    Chipotle Smashed Sweet Potatoes

    <p>Add some zing and zest to your holiday sides with this clever take on sweet potatoes that adds fiery chipotle.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chipotle-smashed-sweet-potatoes/17222/" target="_blank"><strong>Alton Brown's Chipotle Smashed Sweet Potatoes</strong></a></p>
  • Spring Garden Potato Salad
     
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    Spring Garden Potato Salad

    <p> Upgrade your classic potato salad with this colourful version bursting with fresh and vibrant seasonal ingredients. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spring-garden-potato-salad/18186/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> Spring Garden Potato Salad</strong></a></p>
  • Fiddlehead Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Maple Toasted Pecans
     
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    Fiddlehead Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Maple Toasted Pecans

    <p>Fiddleheads are one of the first foods to sprout each spring. Found along river beds across Eastern Canada, the fresh, green fern fronds are best when they're gently blanched and served with a touch of melted butter.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fiddlehead-salad-with-pickled-red-onions-and-maple-toasted-pecans/9953/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Fiddlehead Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Maple Toasted Pecans</strong></a></p>
  • Roasted Green Beans
     
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    Roasted Green Beans

    <p>You'll know this succulent side is ready when the bacon is sizzling and the beans just start to brown.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-green-beans/15578/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Roasted Green Beans</strong></a>.</p>
  • Vegetable Vinaigrette Pasta Salad
     
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    Vegetable Vinaigrette Pasta Salad

    <p>Nutritious veggies are combined with pasta, Dijon vinaigrette and grated Parmesan in this quick and versatile dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegetable-vinaigrette-pasta-salad/16137/" target="_blank"><strong>Vegetable Vinaigrette Pasta Salad</strong></a></p>
  • Mediterranean Potato Salad
     
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    Mediterranean Potato Salad

    <p>Mini potatoes, sundried tomatoes, kalamata olives and fresh herbs are brought together in this ultra-savoury, lightened-up potato salad.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mediterranean-potato-salad/9004/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Mediterranean Potato Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Cheese and Herb Soufflé
     
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    Cheese and Herb Soufflé

    <p>This light and fluffy soufflé is a perfect side to grilled lamb or served as a light dinner when you feel like cozying up on a weeknight.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cheese-and-herb-souffle/10345/" target="_blank"><strong>Laura Calder's Cheese and Herb Soufflé</strong></a>.</p>
  • Parker House Rolls
     
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    Parker House Rolls

    <p>These hot, steamy buns are just what you need to soak up all that delicious gravy pouring over the sides of your turkey.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/parker-house-rolls/15871/" target="_blank"><strong>Bobby Flay's Parker House Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Baked Fingerling Potatoes with Sour Cream Butter
     
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    Baked Fingerling Potatoes with Sour Cream Butter

    <p>Perfectly tender baked potatoes are sliced open and fluffed up, then loaded with sour cream, butter, caviar and chives.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-fingerling-potatoes-with-sour-cream-butter/16402/" target="_blank"><strong>Damaris Phillips' Baked Fingerling Potatoes with Sour Cream Butter<strong></a></p>
  • Sweet and Tangy Orzo Salad
     
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    Sweet and Tangy Orzo Salad

    <p>Giada serves up a fresh and easy salad featuring fennel, dried cranberries, arugula, fresh mozzarella cheese and, of course, Italian orzo pasta.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-and-tangy-orzo-salad/16842/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Sweet and Tangy Orzo Salad</strong></a></p>
  • Braided Easter Bread
     
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    Braided Easter Bread

    <p>Make this traditional Easter bread part of your spring celebrations with this simple recipe that is easy for first-timers. Serve it along with your holiday feast and save leftovers for a tasty French toast brunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/braided-easter-bread/12373/" target="_blank"><strong>Braided Easter Bread<strong></a></p>
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  • Roasted Cauliflower with Almonds
     
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    Roasted Cauliflower with Almonds

    <p>You can’t get much simpler than this 4-ingredient side dish. Almonds offer a nutty flavour and added crunch with each delicious bite.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-cauliflower-with-almonds/8030/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith’s Roasted Cauliflower with Almonds</strong></a></p>
  • Slow Cooker Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
     
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    Slow Cooker Homestyle Mashed Potatoes

    <p>Trust your slow cooker to deliver soft, and perfectly creamy mashed potatoes free of clumps and full of tender taters.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-home-style-mashed-potatoes/19489/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Homestyle Mashed Potatoes</a></strong></p>
  • Pull-Apart Garlic Bread with Asiago Cheese
     
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    Pull-Apart Garlic Bread with Asiago Cheese

    <p>Made for sharing, this party-worthy garlic bread is filled with butter, finely grated garlic and parsley, then topped with Asiago cheese and baked until crisp on the outside.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pull-apart-garlic-bread-with-asiago-cheese/19675/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Valerie Bertinelli's Pull-Apart Garlic Bread with Asiago Cheese</strong></a></p>
  • Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits
     
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    Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits

    <p>Whether served at brunch or alongside your holiday (or weeknight) dinner, these chewy, cheesy biscuits will certainly steal the show.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/buttermilk-cheddar-biscuits/19330/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten's Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits </strong></a></p>
  • Carrot, Spinach and Freekeh Salad With Miso Vinaigrette
     
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    Carrot, Spinach and Freekeh Salad With Miso Vinaigrette

    <p>Bring a burst of umami to your salad with this sweet and creamy miso vinaigrette. Equal parts lemon juice, rice vinegar and white miso make for a simple and satisfying dressing.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/carrot-spinach-and-freekeh-salad-with-a-miso-vinaigrette/14069/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Carrot, Spinach and Freekeh Salad With Miso Vinaigrette<strong></a></p>
  • Fresh Broccoli Salad
     
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    Fresh Broccoli Salad

    <p>Add a new salad to your feast with this one that uses raw, thin-sliced <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/photos/fast-fresh-broccoli-salads/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">broccoli</a> soaked in a zesty homemade Dijon dressing with bites of fragrant, fresh basil. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fresh-broccoli-salad/15941/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Alton Brown's Fresh Broccoli Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Spring Garden Risotto
     
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    Spring Garden Risotto

    <p>Spring vegetables are in the spotlight with this brightly coloured risotto studded with little jewels of peas, carrots and zucchini.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spring-garden-risotto/13597/" target="_blank"><strong>Spring Garden Risotto</strong></a></p>
  • Beet Risotto with Asparagus Mushroom Fricassee
     
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    Beet Risotto with Asparagus Mushroom Fricassee

    <p>This vibrant gluten-free risotto plate gets its rainbow-bright hue from grated <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/25-beautiful-recipes-you-cant-beet/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">fresh beets</a>, which are cooked right into the dish as it slowly simmers, adding a subtle sweetness. Diced leeks, dry white wine and fresh herbs amp up the flavour profile.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/beet-risotto-with-asparagus-mushroom-fricassee/13642/"><strong>Anna Olson's Beet Risotto with Asparagus Mushroom Fricassee</strong></a></p>
  • Roasted Turnips
     
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    Roasted Turnips

    <p>A simple side with just five ingredients, these tasty roasted turnips will be a hit at your holiday dinner, and many dinners to come.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-turnips/17607/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Nancy Fuller's Roasted Turnips</strong></a></p>
  • Oven Roasted Broccoli
     
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    Oven Roasted Broccoli

    <p>You may never serve boring, old steamed broccoli as a holiday side again after trying this gently roasted broccoli infused with panko breadcrumbs and salty Parmesan.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/oven-roasted-broccoli/17223/" target="_blank"><strong>Alton Brown's Oven-Roasted Broccoli</strong></a></p>
  • Brown Butter Pan-Roasted Radishes
     
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    Brown Butter Pan-Roasted Radishes

    <p>Turn colourful bitter radishes into a sweet, soft side dish by pan roasting them in a nutty, toasted brown butter.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/brown-butter-pan-roasted-radishes/14279/" target="_blank"><strong>Brown Butter Pan-Roasted Radishes</strong></a></p>
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