Easy St. Patrick’s Day Dinner (20 Recipe Ideas!)
Are you wondering what to make for your St. Patrick’s Day Dinner? Here are some of my favorite St. Patrick’s Day recipe ideas: from green foods, like Brussels sprouts and kale, to traditional foods for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations, like potatoes and corned beef. Make your St. Patrick’s Day meal a special occasion for the whole family with these menu ideas.
Cooking St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at Home
I just took the corned beef out of the freezer so I can make my Honey Marmalade Mustard Glazed Corned Beef this Sunday. I’m always a little bit excited time of the year for this once a year meal.
We will be serving it with Colcannon with Leeks and Kale and my favorite cabbage recipe that comes from Kalyn’s Kitchen – Roasted Cabbage with Lemon.
If you haven’t decided what you’ll be cooking up for St. Patrick’s Day here are a few easy recipes to try that fit perfectly with the theme.
The Best St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Ideas
Get ready to celebrate the luckiest day of the year with a night in using my best recipes for an easy St. Patrick’s Day inspired menu.
I’ve got you covered with all of my favorite St. Patrick’s Day recipes – appetizers, entrees, green side dishes, and more. And don’t forget the lucky St. Patrick’s Day desserts!
The best part is there is no wrong way to celebrate St. Paddy. Just have fun and enjoy some delicious food – a traditional recipe, a green recipe, or anything in between.
Don’t see what you’re looking for here? You can always head over to check out the recipe index to look for more St. Patrick’s Day Recipes.
St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef
This Honey Marmalade Mustard Glazed Corned Beef is a fun take on the traditional St. Patrick's Day meal.
Rather than stewing in the crock pot all day, the Corned Beef is braised with plenty of seasonings before broiling in the oven with a delicious Honey Marmalade Mustard Glaze.
St. Patrick's Day Appetizers
Rosemary White Bean Artichoke Spinach Dip is a remake of the classic recipe so many know and love. In this recipe creamy white cannellini beans and rosemary pair perfectly with artichokes, fresh spinach, and cheese.
This simple Greek Yogurt Pesto Dip only requires 2 ingredients - Pesto and Greek Yogurt. Use it as a healthy dip for your favorite summertime grilled veggies.
Classic hummus is transformed into this Roasted Salsa Verde Hummus with the addition of roasted poblano, jalapeño, tomatillo, onion, cilantro, and lime.
Green Vegetables for St. Patrick's Day
Take your traditional side dish of roasted broccoli to the next level with this recipe of Lemon Roasted Broccolini with Pancetta and Breadcrumbs. Roasted Broccoli is sprinkled with a delicious and crunchy lemon, thyme, and pancetta breadcrumb mixture.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic are a fantastic side dish that is full of delicious flavor - caramelized, roasted brussels sprouts, savory bacon, and tangy balsamic vinegar.
Garlic Bacon Sautéed Green Beans with Roasted Mushrooms make a great Thanksgiving side dish, loaded with flavor, and a lot more fresh tasting than the traditional green bean casserole.
In need of a quick and easy green side dish? Sauteed Kale takes less than 15 minutes to prepare and can be made with any type of kale!
Roasted Asparagus is drizzled with a tasty lemon walnut dressing for simple, delicious and heart-healthy side dish. With spring getting closer, this Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Walnut Dressing is the perfect addition to your dinner table.
Potato Recipes for St. Patrick's Day
Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish created mostly from mashed potatoes and cabbage or kale. If you’re looking for a new side dish recipe to add to your St. Patrick’s Day menu, you should give this Colcannon with Leeks and Kale a try.
Next time you're craving comfort food, try these Cheesy Twice Baked Potatoes with Broccoli. They're loaded up with plenty of broccoli, cheese, and bacon!
Boiled potatoes transformed into something extremely flavorful with roasting and a parmesan-parsley gremolata.
St. Patrick's Day Sides
Baked White Cheddar Mac n Cheese with Kale and Bacon is a bit sinful. Pasta loaded with rich, velvety cheese, kale, plenty of bacon, and a nice crispy topping. Turn this mac and cheese recipe with salty bacon and green kale into an Irish dish by using Irish Cheddar and Irish Butter
St. Patrick's Day Dessert
Ultra fudgy brownies are infused with Guinness two ways in this easy recipe. Make these Frosted Guinness Brownies for St. Patrick’s Day or anytime you’re craving extra decadent brownies!
These Chocolate Mint Cupcakes feature chocolate cupcakes with chunks of andes mint and vanilla mint buttercream
Because, according to legend, the leprechaun’s pot of gold is hidden at the end of a rainbow, these Rainbow Slice and Bake Cookies are the perfect, colorful, fun treat for St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day Leftovers
This Reuben Sandwich is a great way to use up leftover St. Patrick's Day corned beef. This unique reuben sandwich recipe features roasted cabbage, melted Swiss cheese, and corned beef. Imagine the combination of a grilled cheese sandwich and a great reuben - it's the perfect sandwich!
Did you try any of these St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Recipes?
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More St. Patrick’s Day Ideas
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What are you making for St. Patrick’s Day Dinner?
Kalyn says
Great post! And thanks for featuring my roasted cabbage with lemon!
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says
Everything looks so delicious! I love the colorful cookie slices. So festive!
Laura @ Family Spice says
What a beautiful round up for St. Patty’s Day! Thank you for including my mac and cheese. Have a terrific St. Patrick’s Weekend!