Baked ham is a classic main dish that’s popular for holidays, family gatherings, and special occasions. But no meal is complete without a variety of tasty side dishes to complement the savory flavors of the ham.
Whether you’re looking for something sweet, savory, or a bit of both, there are plenty of delicious baked ham side dishes to choose from. In this post, we are sharing some of the best side dishes that will make your baked ham dinner even more delicious and satisfying. From creamy potatoes to flavorful vegetables, there’s something for everyone on this list. So let’s dive in and discover the perfect accompaniments to your next baked ham feast!
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We like to make a variety of dishes with ham and usually we like to try different things each year. These 45 recipes are the best side dishes to go with your baked ham! They are ones we have tried and absolutely love.
Some of them are our recipes that we have been making for years and some are from other amazing food bloggers. They are all delicious!
We included a variety of sides to choose from potatoes and vegetable to salads and rolls.
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Potatoes
Potatoes are a classic side dish to go with ham. They are definitely a traditional go to and there are many ways to enjoy them! You can make them mashed, scalloped, as a salad or even as French fries. There are a lot of ways to enjoy potatoes with a holiday meal.
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No Drain Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
These mashed potatoes are so easy to make that you will not want to make them any other way! No boiling or draining the potatoes, you can mash them right in the inner pot or in a mixing bowl.
Easy to make and full of flavor, this mashed potato casserole has all the flavors of a loaded baked potato! It can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for a holiday side dish or even a busy weeknight.
These Whole30 French fries from Organically Addison are so delicious and crispy! They can be made in the oven or the air fryer, making them an easy side dish for you holiday dinner.
Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes {in half the time}!
Cheesy scalloped potatoes are a classic side dish for ham! These potatoes from Spend With Pennies are so delicious with the perfect amount of cheese and they are easy to make.
Potato salad with egg is a classic at many cookouts that is loved by people of all ages. This salad has a deliciously creamy texture and is easy to make!
These air fryer twice baked potatoes by Made in a Pinch are so delicious and loaded with flavor. They are easy to make in the air fryer and are a perfect side dish for your holiday meal.
Slow cooker cheesy potatoes by Garnish & Glaze are delicious and very easy to make. Making them in the slow cooker frees up your stove and oven for the ham and other sides!
Sweet potatoes are always a delicious side to go with baked ham. While the ham is salty and sweet if you have a glaze, the potatoes are sweet and savory.
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Candied Sweet Potato Casserole
Easy to make, sweet potato casserole has just 5 ingredients but is full of flavor! It is the perfect side dish for your holiday dinner.
Easy to make, Instant Pot sweet potatoes and butternut squash only has 5 ingredients! It only takes about 30 minutes making it the perfect side dish for a busy night.
Spiced sweet potatoes by Swirls of Flavor is an easy recipe for mashed sweet potatoes that have a hint of spice. They are delicious and easy to make, the perfect side dish.
Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes – Planted in the Kitchen
These savory mashed sweet potatoes by Planted in the Kitchen are easy to make and delicious! They are the perfect side dish to serve on the holidays, especially if you have anybody who is vegan or vegetarian coming over for dinner.
Rice and pasta are always good and go with just about any meal, including as a side dish to go with ham. They are usually a very easy dish to put together which makes them perfect for holiday meals. We sometimes like to make a pasta salad for an easy meal prep.
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Ranch Pasta Salad
This easy to make ranch pasta salad is flavorful and colorful all while keeping it simple. It has the perfect combination of vegetables and ranch along with the pasta.
Impress your friends at your next gathering with this delicious bacon ranch pasta salad. With the perfect blend of bacon, homemade ranch dressing, vegetables, cheese and pasta – it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Easy and quick to make, this creamy Italian pasta salad is the perfect side dish! It combines the flavors of Italian seasonings with parmesan cheese, mayo and a touch of vinegar
Homemade mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food and it is easy to make! It is nice and smooth with a delicious browned melted cheese layer on top.
Butternut squash mac & cheese by The Healthy Epicurean is the perfect combination of 3 cheeses, pasta and butternut squash. It is delicious and your guests will love it!
This lemon ricotta pasta with peas by Mae's Menu is a delicious side dish that everybody will love! It is quick and easy pasta dish to make with just a few simple ingredients.
Casseroles are often a go to with any holiday meal, including as a side dish to go with baked ham! If you make it a vegetable casserole, they are often the best way for picky kids to eat their vegetables at the table. Potato and sweet potato casseroles are above in their categories to keep this clean and simple.
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Sweet Corn Zucchini Pie Recipe
This sweet corn and zucchini pie by Sunkissed Kitchen is a delicious way to enjoy zucchini and corn! It has the perfect combination of vegetables and cheese, making it a great way for kids to eat their vegetables.
This cheesy broccoli casserole by Amanda's Cookin' is the perfect way to make broccoli for a crowd! It has the perfect combination of broccoli, cheese and seasonings with a delicious cracker topping.
This easy corn soufflé recipe by Neighborhood Food is delicious and the perfect side dish for the holidays! It’s naturally gluten free and easy to make.
We cannot forget vegetable side dishes for ham! A ham dinner isn’t complete without a vegetable, at least not in our house. We usually make 2 vegetables with big meals so there is something for everybody.
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Garlic Butter Green Beans (with parmesan) | Maple + Mango
Sauteed green beans tossed in garlic butter and parmesan – yes please! These green beans from Maple + Mango are so delicious, your guests will love them.
Roasted carrots with honey and thyme by Casual Foodist is an easy and delicious way to prepare carrots. They are a perfect side dish to pair with ham, everybody will love them.
Air fryer parsnip fries by The Devil Wears Salad are a great alternative to potato fries. They are delicious, easy to make and are made in the air fryer so you can use your stove and oven for the rest of dinner! They have an amazing red pepper mayo for dipping too.
Garlic parmesan broccoli by Peter's Food Adventures is a really easy and delicious way to make broccoli! It can be made in the oven or in the air fryer.
Easy Sautéed Asparagus Amandine: A 15 Minute Wonder
Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables and sautéed asparagus amandine by Trendgredient is so delicious and easy to make. It can be made in less the 15 minutes.
Easy stir-fried spinach with garlic and parmesan by Kalyn's Kitchen is a delicious way to enjoy spinach. It is easy to make with only a few simple ingredients.
This creamed spinach by Urban Farmie is easy, cheesy and delicious! It is a classic side dish that is easy to make with just a little bit of a spicy kick.
Balsamic glazed Brussels sprouts by Cooking For My Soul are a delicious way to enjoy Brussel sprouts. They are easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. These are perfect for a holiday meal!
Creamed Leeks Recipe – The Perfect Vegetarian Side Dish For A Main Meal
This quick and easy creamed leeks recipe by Greedy Gourmet is easy to make and so tasty. They are the perfect vegetable to add to the table with a ham!
Fried cabbage with bacon by Flavor Mosaic is a delicious and unique way to add cabbage to your dinner. It is easy to make, will impress your guests and pairs well with ham.
Air fryer zucchini fritters by Simply Scrumptious are easy to make and delicious. They cook to a golden brown and are perfectly crispy. With the perfect combination of cheese and vegetables, they are a great side dish.
What is a holiday ham dinner without bread or rolls? Ok so we have forgotten to make rolls before, but it definitely is one of the best side dishes for ham or any holiday meal. We added some quick recipes like the biscuits and then also some amazing dinner rolls that do require yeast and rising.
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Easy Garlic Cheese Biscuits
Cheesy garlic biscuits are easy and quick to make. They are made with just a few simple ingredients, no boxed mixes, and will be ready in 20 minutes.
These sourdough sour cream and chive pull-apart rolls from Barley & Sage are soft, fluffy and easy to make! They are so delicious and a perfect roll for serving with a baked ham.
These homemade buttermilk biscuits by The Cozy Cook have fluffy, flaky layers and a sweet honey butter topping. They are so delicious and easy to make with just 6 simple ingredients.
These homemade pull apart dinner rolls by Amanda's Cookin' are easy to make and so delicious! Get them ready and put them in the oven while the ham is resting, they take about 15 minutes to bake.
Salads are always a great side dish to go with ham or any meal really. I love a good salad with just about any dinner! What is even better is that they can be made ahead of time and ready to serve when the ham is done.
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Broccoli Salad with Bacon
Easy to make this broccoli salad with bacon is a cookout classic! It has a sweet and tangy dressing but yet slightly salty from bacon, making it a delicious side dish.
This sweet coleslaw recipe is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It has the perfect combination of tangy and sweet, making it a favorite with kids.
This quick and easy four bean salad by The Aussie Home Cook is simple and delicious! It can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge until ready to serve, making it perfect for a busy holiday meal.
Healthy, Easy Roasted Vegetable Salad With A Balsamic Reduction
This easy roasted vegetable salad by Trendgredient is a delicious and unique way to add a salad to your meal. You can roast the vegetables ahead of time to save on oven space while baking the ham.
Baked ham is always a great meal for the holidays. We make it every single year for Easter and everybody looks forward to it, of course with all the other great food too .
These recipes above are some of our favorites and to us they are the best side dishes for ham. We hope you find some that you love and have a wonderful ham dinner!
The air fryer twice baked potatoes sound yummy even as a main dish! I saved it to try in my new machine!
These are great sides and they will go with a lot more than just ham! I’m saving these for Easter dinner.
A great collection of recipes!
All great side dishes to me even if I dont have a ham, I can still make these especially the salad recipes
love your roundups! such a great list!
This is a great collection of recipes. Bookmarking it. Thanks for putting it together.
Wow, great list! I love ham but would be hard pressed to think of 45 recipes! Def saving this to make, thanks for sharing!