Christmas sides Recipes

Maple syrup parsnips

This delicious, sticky maple syrup parsnips recipe is one of our favourite ways to serve this roasted root vegetable

Honey and mustard parsnips

Traditional roast parsnips made into something really special with this honey and mustard dressing, perfect for Christmas

Hairy Bikers' honey roast parsnips recipe

Cheap and so simple to make, these glazed parsnips are so versatile they go with anything from a Christmas Day feast, to a Sunday roast, to a simple weeknight supper.

Chinese red cabbage

Chinese red cabbage is a delicious Asian twist on this traditional side dish. This easy recipe takes just moments to prepare so is perfect as a midweek meal

Red cabbage and apple

Sultanas give a fruity kick to this red cabbage and apple side dish, while apple cider vinegar offsets the sweetness. Cinnamon adds a delicate flavour.

Garlic roast potatoes

Perfectly crisp roast potatoes seasoned with lemon zest and juice, flavoured with creamy garlic cloves roasted in their skins.

Roast potatoes

Golden and crunchy on the outside, perfectly fluffy in the middle, our roast potatoes are sure to be the star of your roast dinner or Christmas lunch.

Pesto roast potatoes

Perfectly crisp, bite-sized roast potatoes, flavoured with pesto and served with a cool, creamy dip. These potatoes make an excellent side or buffet dish.

Spiced roast potatoes

A dash of mild curry paste and a squeeze of lemon is just the thing to give plain potatoes a little zing in this easy recipe.

Lemon roast potatoes

Mix up your usual roast dinner and add a burst of flavour with these lemon roast potatoes with thyme. Choose a waxy variety of potato for a crisp roastie.

Pan roast potatoes

Perfectly crisp and temptingly golden, these pan roast potatoes are quick and easy to throw together. This stove stop version requires no par boiling.

Gordon Ramsay's Brussels sprouts with pancetta

This Gordon Ramsay's Brussels sprouts with pancetta recipe is a winner. No Christmas dinner is complete without sprouts, even the kids will approve

Red wine gravy with porcini mushroom

Dauphinoise potatoes

Dauphinoise potatoes are so creamy and indulgent and they are delicious served with steak, fish or even as a special treat with your Sunday roast.

Sweet potato gratin with baked stars

A flavour-packed sweet potato gratin with baked stars is ideal for Christmas or a special occasion

Hairy Bikers' glazed carrots

Give your carrots some attention as you cook your roast dinner with this recipe from The Hairy Bikers. Honey and parsley give the carrots some extra flavour

Cranberry relish

A delicious fruity relish to accompany your roast turkey. The tender cranberries are served whole for an extra burst of flavour

Carrots in cumin and coriander butter

Try our delicious carrots in cumin and coriander butter recipe

Lebanese cauliflower with herby tahini

Try something new like Lebanese cauliflower with herby tahini, which makes a tasty side dish or starter that's full of interesting flavours and ready in just 30 mins

Brussels sprouts with honey and mustard

Brussels sprouts with honey and mustard is a deliciously different way to cook your sprouts and tastes especially good served with pan-fried steak

Sprouts and chestnuts

Brussels sprouts and chestnuts is a lovely Christmas recipe that's super festive, especially thanks to the chestnuts

Timbales with pine nuts

Timbales with pine nuts are a perfect Christmas main for veggies. Packed with nuts, zesty lemon and fresh herbs, these individual roasts will be a hit.

Buttered Chantenay carrots

These carrots are delicious and sweet with a thick glaze. Perfect for your Christmas dinner or a special roast, the glaze brings an extra depth of flavour to your meal

Parsnip and Parmesan mash

This parsnip mash is delicious with a topping of breadcrumbs and parsley. It makes a great side dish to roast turkey and other festive roasts

Sprouts and beans with mint butter

Brussels sprouts and beans with mint butter is a lovely way to spruce up a tired sprouts recipe. This simple recipe is ready in under 25 minutes