12 Spring Side Dish Recipes for Easter Ham

John Kernick
Ham is an easy main dish for spring holidays, and part of the pleasure of serving it is enjoying it with side dishes, from new season vegetables to creamy grits and drop biscuits, that play well with its rich, savory flavors.
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Potato Kugel Gratin

Johnny Miller
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Want to impress? Serve this gratin, thin slices of potato are elegantly arranged so it's a looker -- another plus, it's dairy-free.

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Asparagus with Mustardy Vinaigrette

John Kernick
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Ham and asparagus are a perfect spring pair, add in carrot cut-out bunnies to make this the ultimate Easter side. 

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Farro Salad with Fennel, Golden Raisins, and Radicchio

Marcus Nilsson
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Not just good looking, the contrasting flavors and texture in this salad make it a lively compliment to sliced ham.

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Cheddar-Pepper Drop Biscuits

Christopher Testani
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There's always room for thinly sliced ham atop a split, warm biscuit. 

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Creamed Leeks

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Buttery, braised leeks are an indulgent foil to the savoriness of sliced ham. 

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Fava Beans With Snap Peas and Mint

John Kernick
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The essence of spring in flavor and in color, this verdant vegetable side pairs wonderfully with sweet, meaty ham.

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Cornmeal-Creme Fraiche Spoon Bread

Chris Court
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Ham likes a creamy partner and this custardy spoon bread certainly fits the bill. 

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Green Beans with Creamy Mushrooms and Shallots

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A lighter spin on the green bean casserole makes for a nice Sunday brunch or lunch accompaniment for ham. 

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Bourbon Sweet Potatoes

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Sweet and festive, what more could you want in a side? How about rich flavor? This easy baked sweet potato dish has all that and more.

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White-Cheddar Grits

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Hot sauce and cheddar amp up the flavor of these creamy grits. 

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Minted Pea Mash

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Green is the color, or it should be, of at least one of the sides for an Easter ham. And nothing is easier than than this three-ingredient mash.

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Feta-and-Dill-Stuffed Artichokes

Christopher Testani
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A special occasion dish, streamlined: trim and steam the artichokes ahead of time. Then fill them with the five-ingredient stuffing just before baking. 

Also try this colorful, light, and protein-packed Carrot-and-Lentil Salad.

 

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