14 Christmas Dinner Side Dishes That'll Instantly Make Your Mouth Water

Whether you're hosting Christmas dinner yourself or just bringing a side dish to the party, you want to make sure to get it just right. After all, side dishes are where it's at, am I right? With so many delicious possibilities, you can get really creative in what you decide to whip up. And one of the best things about Christmas dinner is you can go either the traditional route or try something more exotic. From green bean casserole to Moroccan couscous pilaf, we've rounded up 14 recipes that'll make everyone go back for seconds (and thirds). Check out all the delicious Christmas side dishes below, and get cookin'!

01
Moroccan Couscous Pilaf
Olivia's Cuisine

Moroccan Couscous Pilaf

Why have buttered rice at dinner when you can have deliciously spiced pilaf? This side dish is bursting with flavor and would match perfectly with any main course.

Get the recipe: Moroccan couscous pilaf

02
Fiesta Cauliflower With Black Beans and Queso
Inspiralized

Fiesta Cauliflower With Black Beans and Queso

Roasted cauliflower can get boring after a while, but this recipe kicks things up a notch. The jalapeños add a nice little kick to your festive meal.

Get the recipe: fiesta cauliflower with black beans and queso

03
Potato Rolls
Creme de la Crumb

Potato Rolls

These simple and easy rolls will be perfect for your table. Plus, you can make little sandwiches with your leftovers!

Get the recipe: potato rolls

04
Chicken Fried Rice
Dinner at the Zoo

Chicken Fried Rice

Who doesn't love chicken fried rice? Satisfy all of your guests this year with this easy-to-make side dish.

Get the recipe: chicken fried rice

05
Corn Casserole With Cheese
Foxes Love Lemons

Corn Casserole With Cheese

Corn casserole is a holiday favorite (it can almost count as dessert because of the sweetness!), but when you add cheese? Forget about it.

Get the recipe: corn casserole with cheese

06
Simple Garlicky Vegan Sourdough Stuffing
Izy Hossack - Top With Cinnamon

Simple Garlicky Vegan Sourdough Stuffing

With ingredients like leeks, mushrooms, soy sauce, and sourdough bread, you really can't go wrong with this stuffing.

Get the recipe: simple garlicky vegan sourdough stuffing

07
Homemade Green Bean Casserole
Love From the Oven

Homemade Green Bean Casserole

If you're sticking with beloved holiday classics for dinner then you need to whip up this creamy green bean casserole.

Get the recipe: homemade green bean casserole

08
Baked Spaghetti
Dinner at the Zoo

Baked Spaghetti

This one could work as a main or side dish, but either way, this cheesy dish will get you compliments from everyone at the table.

Get the recipe: baked spaghetti

09
Perfect Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Cookie and Kate

Perfect Roasted Brussels Sprouts

We can practically smell these roasted brussels sprouts through the screen, which means we'll definitely be making them on Christmas!

Get the recipe: perfect roasted brussels sprouts

10
Loaded Mash Potato Casserole with Bacon and Caramelized Onions
Cookin' Canuck

Loaded Mash Potato Casserole with Bacon and Caramelized Onions

Creamy mashed potatoes with crunchy bacon and sweet caramelized onions? Sign us up.

Get the recipe: loaded mash potato casserole with bacon and caramelized onion

11
Sauteed Leeks with Parmesan
The Cookie Rookie

Sauteed Leeks with Parmesan

Adding parmesan to a dish just instantly makes it better, and these leeks are no exception.

Get the recipe: sauteed leeks with parmesan

12
Baked Penne Alla Vodka
Alexandra's Kitchen

Baked Penne Alla Vodka

Another pasta dish that could work as a main or side dish, this baked penne is the perfect thing to warm you up on a chilly Winter night with family.

Get the recipe: baked penne alla vodka

13
Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash
Well Plated by Erin

Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed with Italian sausage, apples, mushrooms, and spices, this acorn squash side dish will be the hit of dinner.

Get the recipe: sausage stuffed acorn squash

14
Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Bread Wreath
Half Baked Harvest

Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Bread Wreath

Everyone loves garlic bread, and it's even better when it's festive and easy to eat! This pull-apart wreath is prefect for sharing and for avoiding a crumbly mess.

Get the recipe: pull-apart garlic butter bread wreath