A Classic Easter Ham Dinner Menu Your Family Will Adore

Spring is almost here, and for those celebrating Easter, it’s time to start planning your holiday feast. If you've chosen ham as the main dish, we’ve got you covered—our best Easter ham recipes are paired with a full menu from appetizers to desserts. Browse through our traditional Easter dinner suggestions, with a variety of top-rated options for hams, Easter potatoes, veggie sides, casseroles, and desserts. Let's get hopping!

Appetizers

A plate of three deviled eggs, garnished with paprika and parsley

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Deviled eggs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that satisfy hunger without leaving you overly full. This is the perfect time to highlight fresh spring vegetables — these shareable bites will create a vibrant and tasty start to your Easter meal.

Deviled Eggs
Spring Vegetable Tart
Artichoke Bruschetta
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Main: Whole Ham

A beautiful orange-glazed Easter ham, sliced and served on a platter, garnished with fresh oranges.

Meredith Food Studios

Whether roasted with a sweet glaze or cooked slowly in a crockpot, ham is undeniably the star of an Easter dinner. While glazed ham is traditionally paired with pineapple, try using oranges for a refreshing twist on the classic main dish.

Nona's Orange-Glazed Easter Ham
Honey Glazed Ham
Slow Cooker Ham
Not So Sweet Baked Ham

Side: Casseroles

An overhead shot of a delicious Green Bean Casserole recipe baked in a casserole dish.

Meredith Food Studios

No holiday dinner is complete without a comforting, cheesy dish. Green bean casserole, mac and cheese, broccoli casserole, and corn pudding are the perfect sides to complement your ham and satisfy everyone’s craving for casseroles.

Best Green Bean Casserole
Homemade Mac and Cheese
Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole
Grandma's Corn Pudding

Side: Potatoes

A dish of creamy scalloped potatoes baked to perfection.

Mom's Scalloped Potatoes. lutzflcat

With their rich, velvety texture and ultimate comfort, creamy scalloped potatoes and cheesy potatoes au gratin are traditional Easter sides that pair beautifully with ham. For those not keen on cream or cheese, a simple roasted potato dish is a straightforward, delicious alternative to accompany your ham.

Mom's Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes
Honey-Roasted Red Potatoes
Greek-Style Lemon Roasted Potatoes

Side: Spring Vegetables

Oven-roasted asparagus served in a white bowl.

Dinogo Magazine

Easter celebrates renewal, and no Easter feast is truly complete without a generous serving of fresh, spring vegetables. Seasonal picks like asparagus, peas, and radishes are perfect for the occasion.

Oven-Roasted Asparagus
Italian Peas
Cream Peas
Sautéed Radishes

Salads

A square slice of Judy's Strawberry Pretzel Salad topped with whipped cream and garnished with a fresh strawberry.

Meredith Food Studios

Whether you choose a vegetable or fruit salad, both are great options that complement the rich flavors of Easter ham.

Judy's Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Spinach and Strawberry Salad
Green Grape Salad
Orange Gelatin Salad

Side: Carrots

Honey roasted carrots arranged on a plate with fresh greens.

StarbugHayley

Glazed and roasted carrots are a beloved Easter side dish that enhances the meal without overshadowing the ham.

Honey Roasted Carrots
Glazed Carrots
Maple Dill Carrots
Cafeteria Carrot Souffle

Desserts

A slice of carrot cake topped with thick, creamy frosting and a sprinkle of toasted pecans.

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Finish off your Easter ham feast with a selection of delightful desserts. While carrot cake is a classic favorite, guests will also love digging into other delicious options like pies and puddings.