8 Red sides for your Christmas table

This Christmas, make your roast leg of lamb shine with a range of vibrant, flavourful red side dishes that add both colour and depth to your festive table. Red foods like tangy pickled cabbage, sweet roasted beets, and spiced cherry tomatoes provide the perfect contrast to the rich, savoury lamb. Whether you crave something sweet, tart, or savoury, these eight red side dishes will complement your main course and create a beautiful, delicious spread. From bold flavours to stunning presentation, these sides are sure to wow your guests and make your holiday meal even more memorable.

Spiced cherry tomato salad

Cherry tomatoes are tossed in a blend of aromatic spices with green beans, cucumber and chickpeas. Add a refreshing yoghurt and mint dressing to bring all the elements together before serving.

Colourful cabbage slaw

This vibrant slaw combines finely shredded red and green cabbage, crunchy carrots, mixed seeds and fresh herbs. Tossed with a homemade zesty dressing, this slaw makes a great summer side dish.

Roast stuffed capsicums with pine nuts, tomatoes, grapes and feta

These roasted capsicums are filled with a tasty mix of pine nuts, juicy tomatoes, sweet grapes, and creamy feta. Baked until tender, they make for an impressive and hearty dish that’s perfect for sharing.

Warm vegetable and couscous salad

A comforting blend of roasted vegetables and fluffy couscous, this warm salad is dressed with a light vinaigrette for added brightness. It’s a wholesome and satisfying side dish perfect for any occasion.

Colourful caprese salad

This classic Italian salad features ripe tomatoes, fresh bocconcini, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness. Its vibrant colours and fresh flavours make it a perfect side for your Christmas table.

Raw energy salad recipe

Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like beetroot, cabbage, quinoa, and seeds, this raw energy salad is as nourishing as it is delicious. Drizzle with a homemade orange and pomegranate dressing before serving.

Spinach, lentil, beetroot & walnut salad

This hearty salad features leafy greens, earthy lentils, roasted beetroot, and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a light mustard vinaigrette.

Apple, cranberry & spinach salad

This simple yet delicious salad combines fresh spinach with apples, sweet cranberries, and crunchy nuts for added texture. A tangy dressing ties all the ingredients together, making it a perfect seasonal dish.

Nectarine and herbed goat’s cheese salad

Caramelised nectarines are paired with creamy goat's cheese in this refreshing summer salad. Enhanced with leafy greens, fresh chilli, mixed herbs and a drizzle of honey vinaigrette, it’s a perfect balance of sweet and savoury.