35 Easy New Year’s Eve Side Dish Ideas

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While everyone waits for the countdown, a table full of flavorful, festive New Year’s Eve side dishes creates the perfect atmosphere for celebration.

Side dishes add variety, excitement, and a chance to try something new or bring a twist to familiar favorites.

New Year’s Eve calls for more than just the main course and a glass of bubbly; the side dishes often steal the show and keep guests happily grazing throughout the night.

These sides can elevate any meal, balancing rich mains and complementing drinks, all while adding that extra layer of deliciousness to your celebration.

Planning for sides that look and taste incredible can make your party feel special and complete.

Let’s explore some exciting side dish ideas to ensure your New Year’s Eve table is a feast everyone will remember!

35 Easy New Year’s Eve Side Dishes

1. Fully Loaded Twice Baked Potato Bites

Fully Loaded Twice Baked Potato Bites

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2. Cheesy Garlic Frozen Roasted Green Beans

Cheesy Garlic Frozen Roasted Green Beans

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3. Creamy Mushroom And Herb Soup

Creamy Mushroom And Herb Soup

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4. Baby Baked Potatoes With Bacon, Sour Cream, & Chives

Baby Baked Potatoes With Bacon, Sour Cream, & Chives

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5. Spinach Puffs

Spinach Puffs

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6. Albanian New Year’s Eve Salad (Sallate Ruse)

Albanian New Year's Eve Salad (Sallate Ruse)

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7. Braised Cabbage

Braised Cabbage

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8. Wok Stir-Fried Brussels Sprouts

Wok Stir-Fried Brussels Sprouts

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9. Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs

Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs

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10. Southern Fried Okra with Cornmeal Coating

Southern Fried Okra with Cornmeal Coating

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11. Duchess Potatoes

Duchess Potatoes

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12. 5 Ingredient Fried Corn

5 Ingredient Fried Corn

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13. Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash

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14. Cheesy Zucchini Gratin

Cheesy Zucchini Gratin

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15. Oven Roasted Red Potato 

Oven Roasted Red Potato 

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16. Cheese & Spinach Croissants

Cheese & Spinach Croissants

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17. Lucky Jew Year’s Latkes

Lucky Jew Year's Latkes

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18. Fried Cabbage

Fried Cabbage

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19. Vinaigrette Coleslaw

Vinaigrette Coleslaw

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20. Parmesan Crusted Potatoes

Parmesan Crusted Potatoes

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21. Holiday Honeycrisp Salad

Holiday Honeycrisp Salad

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22. Easy No-Knead Dinner Rolls

Easy No-Knead Dinner Rolls

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23. New Year’s Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon

New Year's Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon

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24. Delicious Parmesan Cream Corn

Delicious Parmesan Cream Corn

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25. Buttermilk Chicken Fried Potatoes

Buttermilk Chicken Fried Potatoes

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26. Buttery Roasted Carrots

Buttery Roasted Carrots

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27. Ghapama (Armenian Stuffed Pumpkin)

Ghapama (Armenian Stuffed Pumpkin)

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28. Delicious Asparagus Bundles

Delicious Asparagus Bundles

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29. Garlic Stuffed Mushrooms

Garlic Stuffed Mushrooms

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30. Spicy Roasted Cauliflower

Spicy Roasted Cauliflower

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31. Roasted Vegetable Medley

Roasted Vegetable Medley

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32. Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

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33. Sweet Potato with Caramelized Onion Skillet

Sweet Potato with Caramelized Onion Skillet

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34. Roasted Green Beans With Almonds

Roasted Green Beans With Almonds

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35. Lithuanian Boiled Vegetable Salad (Balta Misraine)

Lithuanian Boiled Vegetable Salad (Balta Misraine)

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Conclusion

A well-thought-out selection of side dishes can transform your New Year’s Eve spread into something truly unforgettable.

Each side dish, from crispy roasted Brussels sprouts to creamy gratins and tangy salads, adds its personality to the feast, making every bite as exciting as the occasion.

Side dishes are also a fantastic way to add a personal touch to your celebration.

Small, thoughtful choices – like using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh herbs, or adding a sprinkle of unique spices – make each dish memorable and show guests a little extra care.

Even simple sides can feel festive with creative garnish or a twist on traditional flavors.

The right side dishes set the scene for an evening of togetherness, laughter, and good food, giving everyone something delicious to enjoy as they reflect on the year and look ahead to the next.

So let the sides shine alongside the main courses and desserts – they make New Year’s Eve feel special, delicious, and worth savoring with every forkful.

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