Top 9 Easter Dinner Side Dishes in South Dakota!

If you are struggling for ideas on what to serve with your Easter ham, check out these popular South Dakota Easter Dinner Side Dishes!

Based on popular South Dakota traditions and regional preferences, here are the top Easter dinner side dishes commonly enjoyed across the state...

Cheesy Hash Brown Potato Casserole: A staple at South Dakota gatherings, often made with frozen hash browns, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, and topped with cornflakes or crushed potato chips, and lots of cheese.

German Potato Salad: Reflecting the state's German heritage, this warm potato salad is made with a vinegar dressing, bacon, and onions.

Deviled Eggs: A traditional Easter favorite decorated in festive spring colors.

Fresh Spring Salad: Made with locally grown spring greens when available, often featuring radishes, carrots, and a light vinaigrette.

Sweet Potato Casserole: A slightly sweet version topped with brown sugar, pecans, and sometimes marshmallows.

Creamed Corn: A rich, comforting side dish popular throughout the Midwest.

Homemade Dinner Rolls: Often made from family recipes passed down through generations.

Kuchen: While technically a dessert, this German pastry filled with custard and fruit is so popular in South Dakota (it's the official state dessert) that it often appears alongside dinner.

Kicked Up Baked Bean Casserole: Give this a shot if you haven't tried it! Pork and Beans, Bacon, Onion, Green Peppers, Dijon Mustard, BBQ Sauce, and Tomato Sauce. And if you want to kick it up a bit...some diced Jalapeno Peppers! 

These dishes reflect South Dakota's blend of German, Scandinavian, and midwestern culinary influences, with an emphasis on hearty, comforting foods perfect for family gatherings.  ...Happy Easter!