What vegetables are served at Passover?

During Passover, vegetables often take center stage—especially when you're aiming for fresh, flavorful meals that follow dietary guidelines. Popular options include carrots, beets, zucchini, spinach, asparagus, sweet potatoes , and roasted butternut squash . These veggies are perfect for roasting, sautéing, or tossing into salads. Traditional Ashkenazi Passover side dishes also often feature root vegetables, like carrots in tzimmes or potatoes in kugel.

What are good side dishes for Passover?

Great Passover side dishes are those that complement the meal without containing chametz (leavened grains). Some of the best include: - Ashkenazi-style tzimmes (a sweet carrot and dried fruit stew) - Roasted butternut squash with herbs - Matzo farfel with mushrooms and onions - Herbed vegetable medleys - Beet and apple slaw These dishes not only follow Passover dietary rules but also add vibrant flavors and textures to your Seder plate.

What vegetables are not allowed for Passover?

This depends on your tradition. Most vegetables are kosher for Passover Side dishes, but if you follow Ashkenazi customs , you may avoid kitniyot —a category that includes legumes like peas, lentils, chickpeas, corn, and rice. Even green beans are sometimes left out. But don’t worry, there are still plenty of options! Stick to non-kitniyot vegetables like squash, carrots, beets, spinach , and potatoes —all perfect for Seder side dishes.

What should I serve for Passover dinner?

A well-rounded Passover dinner includes a few classic components: - Main course: Braised brisket, roasted chicken, or herb-rubbed lamb - Soup: Matzo ball soup, of course - Sides: Tzimmes, matzo kugel, and roasted vegetables - Vegetables: Seasonal stars like roasted butternut squash , lemon-garlic sautéed spinach, or Moroccan-style carrot salad - Dessert: Flourless chocolate cake or coconut macaroons With a mix of flavors, textures, and traditions, your table will feel both festive and comforting—just the way Passover should be.

Vegetable Side Dishes for Passover

Name: 10 Vegetable Side Dishes for Passover
Prep time: PT-487544H32M7S
Cook time: PT-487544H32M7S
Total time: PT-487544H32M7S
Cuisine: Jewish
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A colorful collection of 10 delicious vegetable side dishes for Passover, featuring classics like roasted butternut squash, beet slaw, and Ashkenazi favorites.

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These veggie sides are simple, flavorful, and perfect for a Passover Seder. Mix and match for a vibrant, tradition-friendly spread that works for any gathering.

Prep Time: PT20M
Cook Time: PT25M
Category: Side Dish
Method: Roasting, Sautéing, Tossing
Cuisine: Jewish, Passover, Ashkenazi