34 Easter Dinner Ideas for a Delicious Spring Feast Make the most of seasonal flavors and classic dishes for this special meal. Close Credit: Chris Simpson Our comprehensive collection of Easter dinner ideas has all the recipes you need for the holiday meal. Show-stopping entrée options include ham (spiral-cut, smoked, or fresh), roast lamb, roast turkey, and vegetarian mains, too. Start the meal with deviled eggs, a much-loved choice, or a spring soup. For sides, take advantage of colorful spring vegetables, like asparagus, leeks, and English peas—and don't forget carrots, the Easter bunny's favorite. Read on for all the recipes that should make their way to your table this Easter. 19 Easy Easter Desserts, Including Cheesecake, Shortcakes, Cookies, and More 01 of 34 Wild Salmon with English Peas and Mustard Beurre Blanc with Maple-Mustard Glaze and Pan Gravy Credit: Johnny Miller Simple to prepare yet spectacular, this Easter entrée features a side of roasted wild salmon served with English peas. The beurre blanc is served on the side. It's like a warm vinaigrette made with butter instead of oil. View Recipe 02 of 34 Asparagus-and-Potato Gratin Credit: Con Poulos Is this a side dish or a main? We're not sure, but we know it is delicious. Adding asparagus to that old favorite, the potato gratin, is such a genius idea we can't believe we didn't think of it before. There's also prosciutto, goat cheese, and Pecorino Romano. View Recipe 03 of 34 Deviled Eggs with Relish Credit: Emily Laurae Is there an appetizer better suited to Easter than the deviled egg? We love them so much we've developed many variations from ones with smoked salmon to ones with watercress. This easy, zesty take with relish is a favorite. View Recipe 04 of 34 Test Kitchen’s Favorite Buttermilk Biscuits Credit: Armando Rafael Biscuits are a great partner for Easter ham, but they also pair wonderfully with all kinds of holiday dishes. These buttermilk biscuits have long been our test kitchen’s go-to. We always cut them into squares—it’s quicker and easier than using a biscuit cutter and works the dough less (so the biscuits can rise taller!). View Recipe 05 of 34 Pomegranate-Glazed Ham with Jammy Cipollinis A spectacular ham, this elegant main dish is glazed with a two-ingredient combination of pomegranate molasses and brown sugar. View Recipe How Much Ham Per Person You Need When Entertaining, According to a Chef 06 of 34 Asparagus with Almonds, Goat Cheese, and Basil Credit: Johnny Miller A dish fit for the holiday table, tender asparagus stalks are tossed with an irresistible mustard-lemon dressing, made with soft-cooked egg yolk, and topped with almonds and goat cheese. View Recipe 07 of 34 Crown Roast of Lamb with Pilaf Stuffing Credit: Aya Brackett For all who think it's not Easter dinner without a stellar lamb entrée, this is our go-to recipe when we want a real showstopper. Two racks of lamb are rubbed with an earthy spice mixture made from ground coriander, lemon zest, garlic, and thyme. View Recipe 08 of 34 Sweet Peas with Shallots and Gem Lettuce Credit: Anson Smart This warm and tender salad is so very springlike. You can cook the peas ahead and let them sit on the stovetop, then toss in the lettuce and butter right before serving. View Recipe 09 of 34 Warm Spinach Salad With Shiitake Mushrooms and Red Onion Spinach is sautéed with shiitake mushrooms, then paired with quick pickled red onions and some raw spinach for a deliciously fresh take on salad that should be part of your Easter dinner menu. View Recipe 10 of 34 Roast Beef with Shallots Credit: Aya Brackett In this easy roast beef recipe, bottom round is rubbed with a combination of chopped garlic and Dijon mustard before being cooked on a bed of shallots. View Recipe 11 of 34 Egg Noodles With Asparagus and Grated Egg Yolks Credit: Ryan Liebe Whether you serve it as a side dish or a vegetarian main, this spring pasta recipe is apt for Easter. The simple sauce is made with a combination of mascarpone cheese, the zest and juice of a lemon, and Pecorino Romano cheese. View Recipe 12 of 34 White-Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes Credit: Chris Simpson Our latest and greatest scalloped potatoes recipe uses white cheddar for a cheesy topping. It's a streamlined take on the classic that you'll want to make for Easter and other holidays. View Recipe 13 of 34 Creamy Ginger-Asparagus Soup Credit: Chris Simpson Though we call it creamy, this is a silky vegan soup with no actual cream. The smooth, pleasing texture comes via a combination of russet potatoes and olive oil. While the base is asparagus, we add some baby spinach to get the vibrant green color. View Recipe 14 of 34 Lemon-Herb Turkey With Bay Butter and Gravy Credit: Paola + Murray If you want to serve turkey for Easter dinner, try this springy recipe: The bird is roasted with a herb mixture made from crushed bay leaves, rosemary, lemon zest, and plenty of garlic. View Recipe 15 of 34 Leek Gratin A cheesy side dish that showcases leeks deliciously. This gratin makes a great supporting player for all kinds of roast ham, lamb, and other Easter main dishes. View Recipe 16 of 34 Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes New potatoes are mashed with buttermilk for a pleasingly creamy yet also tangy flavor that’s a fresh addition to your Easter dinner menu. View Recipe 17 of 34 Feta-and-Dill-Stuffed Artichokes Credit: Christopher Testani A special-occasion dish, streamlined just for Easter dinner. Trim and steam the artichokes in advance, then fill them just before baking. The five-ingredient stuffing includes bread, feta cheese, and dill, moistened with chicken broth and olive oil. Another drizzle of oil helps the dish brown in the oven. View Recipe 18 of 34 Honey-Glazed Spiral Ham Credit: Chris Simpson An easy centerpiece for your Easter dinner, spiral ham gets a simple glaze before baking and is pre-sliced, making serving at the table more streamlined. View Recipe 19 of 34 Spiced Beef Stew With Carrots and Chickpeas Credit: Con Poulos While a classic beef stew might seem too hearty for spring, this lightened-up version is just right for Easter. It's packed with chickpeas, carrots, red bell pepper, and berbere seasoning (an Ethiopian spice blend made from ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, and cardamom). View Recipe 20 of 34 Pepper-Crusted Lamb With Roasted Vegetables Credit: Chris Simpson If you're hosting a smaller Easter dinner, consider making lamb loin chops instead of the usual crown roast. This recipe comes together in just over an hour and serves four. View Recipe 21 of 34 Spice-Rubbed Fresh Ham With Citrus Glaze Credit: Bryan Gardner A fresh ham is coated with a spice rub made with fennel seeds, coriander seeds, and whole black peppercorns a day ahead of roasting. Then, it's cooked low and slow for 4 1/2 hours. Paired with a bright citrus garnish, it's a colorful and flavorful centerpiece for an Easter dinner. View Recipe 22 of 34 Saffron Risotto With Shrimp and Peas Credit: Sidney Bensimon Cozy up with a super creamy, satisfying bowl of risotto for Easter dinner. This recipe calls for saffron, which makes the dish feel extra special (and smell extra special, too!). View Recipe 23 of 34 Cheesy Asparagus Pasta Credit: Chris Simpson Perfect for vegetarians, this rich pasta dish celebrates asparagus and will be a welcome addition to your Easter dinner table. View Recipe 24 of 34 Roasted Red Potatoes Credit: Emily Laurae Add a little color to your holiday dinner with these easy-to-make roasted potatoes. It’s a crowd-pleasing dish that always goes fast. View Recipe 25 of 34 Beet-and-Dill-Roasted Wild Salmon Credit: Anson Smart Dramatic and delicious, this salmon recipe is also straightforward to make. Grated red beet gives the fish a deep purple-red hue, while fresh dill and horseradish bring intense flavor. View Recipe 26 of 34 Roast Chicken With Vegetables and Potatoes Credit: Marcus Nilsson Here's a classic main course that's perfect for Easter. Loaded with fresh carrots, shallots, and potatoes, it's a grand one-dish recipe that's sure to please. View Recipe 27 of 34 Miso Salmon With Asparagus and Carrots Credit: Ren Fuller If you're hosting Easter dinner for four, try this salmon entrée. It features spring all-stars—asparagus and carrots—over cous cous. View Recipe 28 of 34 Virginia Ham With Honey-Mustard Glaze Credit: Anna Williams There's no need for a centerpiece when you place this honey-baked ham on the table. Before baking, it's brushed with a couldn't-be-simpler four-ingredient glaze made from honey, Dijon mustard, light brown sugar, and ground cloves. View Recipe 29 of 34 Pork Schnitzel Medallions This version of pork schnitzel is coated in Dijon-mustard-infused eggs, then breaded and friend until golden. Our recipe yields up to 20 servings, making it an ideal main dish for an Easter feast. View Recipe 30 of 34 Roasted Seas Bass With Sweet Potatoes, Spinach, and Salsa Rustica Credit: Justin Walker The salsa rustica is an Italian-inspired blend of fresh herbs, capers, vinegar, and oil. It's packed with fresh flavor that complement the meaty sea bass fillets, along with the spinach and garlic sweet potatoes. View Recipe 31 of 34 Baked Cod With Tomatoes and Potatoes Credit: Bryan Gardner This fresh fish one-pot casserole is easily customizable with any white fish you prefer—bass, hake, haddock, or cod. The lemon and tomatoes deliver bold flavors as all the ingredients bake together. View Recipe 32 of 34 Chicken-Thigh Piccata With Broccoli Rabe Credit: Nico Schinco A classic chicken dish with a briny piccata sauce made from lemon juice, capers, and butter. We use boneless, skinless chicken thighs, which enhance the dish's juicy flavor. View Recipe 33 of 34 Broiled Salmon With Vegetables and Scallion Rice Credit: Rachel Marek Sheet-pan dinners are perfect for the efficiency and feeding a crowd. For an Easter dinner feast, try broiled salmon with vegetables and scallion rice for a simple, flavorful dish that will end the night on a high note. View Recipe 34 of 34 Rolled Rib-Eye Roast Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo A rolled rib-eye roast is a tender, flavorful main dish with a beautiful presentation. If you're not comfortable butterflying the meat yourself, we recommend asking your butcher. View Recipe Explore more: Holiday Planning & Ideas Easter Easter Recipes