Prime Rib Side Dishes For Christmas

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Christmas dinner feels instantly more exciting when prime rib is on the menu, but the real fun starts with the sides you put next to it. This collection of 40+ prime rib side dishes gives you the perfect mix… cozy potatoes, bright veggies, fresh salads, and a few showstoppers that make the whole table feel special. 

When you’re planning side dishes for Christmas prime rib, think about texture and balance. Creamy mashed potatoes are always a hit, but adding something fresh like a crisp Wedge Salad or roasted veggie keeps the plate from feeling too heavy. Bread is great for soaking up juices, and a touch of sweetness from Maple Glazed Carrots or Candied Pecans can round everything out. If oven space is limited, go for air fryer or stovetop options. You don’t need to overthink it. Just pick a few sides with different flavors and prep styles to keep things simple and satisfying.

See my full list of Christmas Dinner Menu Ideas!

What Sides Go With Prime Rib Christmas Dinner (40+ Ideas!)

1

Holiday Salad Recipe with Maple Bacon Dressing

A tasty and light Holiday Pomegranate Salad that is not only festive in color but has all the seasonal flavors you crave!

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2

Apple Pecan Salad

Apple Pecan Salad is made with crunchy, salty, and sweet ingredients all tossed together with a homemade balsamic dressing. Enjoy!

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3

Wedge Salad

A Wedge Salad with low fat blue cheese dressing and copious toppings is the perfect side that goes with almost any dinner.

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4

Caesar Salad Recipe

A classic Caesar Salad recipe topped parmesan, bacon, and croutons. Drizzle with my caesar salad dressing for the finished package!

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5

Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad

Just as delicious as a typical Caesar salad just made with shaved Brussels sprouts! Give this Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad a try!

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6

BLT Chopped Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

BLT Chopped Salad is full of healthy delicious vegetables. The basil Greek goddess dressing makes it a lunch to remember.

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7

Kale Salad with White Balsamic Dressing

This fresh kale salad with white balsamic dressing is loaded with crunch and tossed in a sweet, tangy vinaigrette. Easy to prep and full of flavor, it’s the kind of salad you’ll actually want to eat.

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8

Buttery Corn Casserole

Is there anything more comforting than a corn casserole? This slightly sweet and savory side dish is a 1-bowl, quick, fix it and forget it wonder that is perfect to serve at Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas or any weeknight.

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9

Cauliflower Au Gratin Recipe

Creamy, flavorful Cauliflower Au Gratin uses only a few simple ingredients and is an easy side dish perfect for Thanksgiving or any other day!

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10

Roasted Cauliflower

This basic, Roasted Cauliflower Recipe is a tasty, low-carb, simple side dish to throw together any day of the week. All you need is olive oil, salt, pepper and a little oven time to get the maximum caramelized, brown, super flavorful cauliflower.

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11

Gnocchi Gratin with Garlic Bechamel

Gnocchi Gratin with garlic bechamel is creamy, dreamy, garlicky, bacony, and all around comfort in a bowl. Great as a side or main dish!

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12

Scalloped Potatoes

This easy recipe for Scalloped Potatoes is one you will make again and again. Extremely creamy and cheesy potato perfection!

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13

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mashed Sweet Potatoes are everything you love about mashed potatoes mixed with the flavors of sweet potatoes. Smooth, creamy and buttery!

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14

Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes are smooth, buttery, and extra rich thanks to a generous dose of cream cheese. This recipe gives you perfectly fluffy potatoes every time with just the right balance of salt, butter, and creaminess.

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15

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

What could make Mashed Potatoes even better? GARLIC! Garlic Mashed Potatoes are so buttery, creamy, and more importantly garlicky.

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16

Best Funeral Potatoes

Funeral Potatoes… everyone has a recipe for this popular casserole! Here is my creamy and oniony version!

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17

Loaded Potato Casserole Recipe

Loaded Potato Casserole with bacon and cheese is a perfect blend of ingredients for the ultimate comfort food. Creamy, dreamy and easy to make. Enjoy!

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18

Roasted Root Vegetables

Roasted Root Vegetables are what I crave with the first hint of that crisp Autumn air. Move over salad…make room for earthy, hearty, caramelized deliciousness in the form of oven roasted root vegetables. Measurements do not have to be exact…this is more of a technique than an exact recipe.

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19

Roasted Acorn Squash

Cinnamon and nutmeg make this sweet Roasted Acorn Squash more of a seasonal dish while smoked paprika gives it a light smoky flavor.

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20

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

A quicker and easier way to make baked potatoes…in the air fryer! Delicious crispy, salty skin with a soft interior. So delicious. The perfect side dish.

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21

Twice Baked Potatoes

Move over baked potatoes, twice baked potatoes are here! The cheesier, creamier, fancier, cooler cousin. Filled with bacon, cheese, sour cream, cream cheese and chives, these are the perfect appetizer or side dish.

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22

Roasted Garlic

How to Roast Garlic in the oven to create a sweet, spreadable paste to use on your dinner rolls, in dips, pasta and more! If you've never Roasted Garlic, you're in for a treat!

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23

Remoulade Sauce

Remoulade Sauce is so flavorful, creamy, tangy and delicious! Made with mayonnaise, horseradish, spices and hot sauce, this dipping sauce comes together in just 10 minutes. This sauce is perfect with seafood, especially crab cakes, po boy sandwiches, and Fried Green Tomatoes. 

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24

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

This super easy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe is a delicious vegetable side dish. Perfectly golden and tender in the middle.

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25

Roasted Asparagus

Simple and quick this Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe is the perfect vegetable side dish! Easily prepared while your main dish is cooking.

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26

Roasted Green Beans

Roasted Green Beans are a quick and easy side dish to make that is packed full of flavor and nutrients! I could make this every night!

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27

Maple Glazed Carrots Recipe

Maple Glazed Carrots are the perfect, least fussy side dish for any holiday or Sunday supper. Delicious on their own, or fabulous with ham or turkey, these glazed carrots won't be forgotten anytime soon. Only one pan required!

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28

Grilled Corn

Grilling some chicken or burgers this summer? Well look no further for your new favorite summer side dish. Learn how to grill corn with this simple tutorial!

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29

Easy Deviled Eggs

A classic Deviled Eggs Recipe, just in time for Easter! This is the quintessential appetizer that everyone seems to love. 

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30

Homemade Crescent Rolls (No Knead Recipe)

These Crescent Rolls are simple enough to make any weekday but fancy enough for any holiday. They are the easiest recipe and require ZERO KNEADING! It's a perfect, buttery roll that tastes simply amazing!

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31

Dinner Rolls

These classic Dinner Rolls are sure to be the best sidekick to any holiday or family dinner. Soft, light and pillowy.

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32

Cheesy Pull-Apart Dinner Roll Wreath

You’ll want this Cheesy Pull-Apart Dinner Roll Wreath on your Christmas table because it delivers big holiday magic with almost no effort. The secret is frozen rolls, which let you shape a gorgeous, golden wreath without mixing or kneading a thing. It bakes into a fluffy ring with melty mozzarella and a glossy garlic butter finish that makes everyone reach in for a warm pull the second it hits the table.

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33

Focaccia Recipe

This Rosemary Focaccia Bread recipe is absolute heaven! Topped with rosemary and sea salt, it's easy to make and even easier to eat!

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34

Yorkshire Pudding

Yorkshire Puddings are crispy, puffy and delicious! Made with a simple batter that is whisked together and baked in hot beef drippings (or oil) in muffin tins.

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35

Macaroni and Cheese

Nothing better than Macaroni and Cheese! Get this simple, classic, cheesy recipe for Macaroni and Cheese featuring three cheeses and a crispy, salty topping.

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36

Butter Rice

My Famous Butter Rice is seriously the best! Add a few simple ingredients to make the most buttery, delicious rice you've ever had!

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37

Pumpkin Risotto

Creamy and comforting, this Pumpkin Risotto will have you licking your plates clean! Arborio rice is cooked slowly with onions, garlic, pumpkin, broth and spices until soft. Finished with parmesan cheese, heavy cream and pepper for a velvety finish.

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38

Broccoli Cheese Soup

This Broccoli Cheese Soup will knock your socks off! Not only does it take 10 minutes to make, but its creamy, cheesy and oh so yummy. Grab some broccoli and cheese and get cooking!

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39

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip is the perfect appetizer! It’s easy to make, popular and always the first thing eaten. So delicious!!

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40

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

These Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are filled with a delicious sausage, two kinds of cheese, panko and herb mixture and baked to golden bubbly perfection. Fancy enough for a dinner party, but will fly off your casual party table as well.

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41

Candied Pecans

This classic Candied Pecans recipe is a great addition to your Holiday festivities. Great as a snack, on salads, as part of a charcuterie board, or as a homemade gift.

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Planning your holiday meal around prime rib? Keep it simple, keep it festive, and make it one to remember. Good food, good company, and a table full of flavor is what it’s all about.

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