40 Passover Recipes to Put on Your Seder Table This Year

• Time Commitment: 5 hours and 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, dairy free, low sugar, high protein, one pot
• Serves: 6

You’ll never look at store-bought soup the same way again. Nix the chicken to make it vegetarian and use gluten-free noodles to avoid wheat. Recipe creator Heidi Larsen also advises letting the matzo balls rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking.

• Time Commitment: 3 hours and 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, gluten free, dairy free, high protein, one pot
• Serves: 10

Unlike Southern brisket, which is typically slow cooked over indirect heat, Jewish brisket is similar to pot roast. It's typically braised in a savory mix of broth, crushed tomatoes and red wine. "The tomato paste adds richness to the cooking liquid," recipe creator Katie Workman explains, "but if you don't have any, add some squirts of ketchup or skip it altogether."

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, gluten-free, <10 ingredients, kid-friendly
• Serves: 16

Avoiding leavened bread unfortunately means baked goods made with wheat flour are off the table. Luckily, this Passover recipe is both decadent and gluten-free. (The cake is mostly chocolate, butter and sugar.) Finish it with fresh fruit and a dusting of confectioners' sugar.

• Time Commitment: 50 minutes
• Why I Love It: gluten free, <10 ingredients, one bowl, no cook, vegan
• Serves: 8

This sweet salad—made with nuts, apples, cinnamon and wine—is one of the six traditional foods that appear on the Seder plate. Use a firm, sweet type of apple, like Braeburns or Fujis, and substitute grape juice for wine if you want to make it without alcohol.

• Time Commitment: 3 hours and 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, gluten free, high protein, low carb, one pot
• Serves: 5

Making short ribs yourself > paying a pretty penny to have them catered. Your fam will be so impressed by this fall-off-the-bone-tender main (even your finicky relatives). "This recipe will also work with any slow cooking cut of beef," recipe creator Nagi Maehashi says. "A whole beef pot roast, chuck beef cut into tennis ball size pieces, shanks, beef osso buco [or] even a whole brisket piece."

• Time Commitment: 25 minutes
• Why I Love It: gluten free, one bowl, no cook, vegetarian
• Serves: 6

Helloooo, bitter greens (and a zingy, slightly sweet dressing). If your family keeps kosher and is serving meat, skip the feta cheese to make this Passover recipe dairy free. The real star is the fresh citrus juice anyway.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: gluten-free, <10 ingredients, dairy-free, one bowl
• Serves: 10

No flour here. It’s no wonder these low-ingredient, naturally gluten-free coconut treats have become so common for Passover dessert. This Passover recipe calls for dairy-free chocolate, so kosher families are in the clear.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, gluten free, low carb, high protein, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 4

Forget the fancy spice rubs. All it takes to make this crowd-pleasing Passover recipe is butter, lemon and fresh herbs. Keep the charred lemon halves on the serving platter—they're oh-so photogenic. "Use [the leftovers] in salads, soups and pastas all week long," recipe developer Erin McDowell writes.

• Time Commitment: 10 minutes
• Why I Love It: kid-friendly, <10 ingredients, one pan, dairy free, <30 minutes
• Serves: 2

Passover lasts eight days, meaning you’ll have plenty of chances to turn leftover matzo into a ten-minute egg scramble. The recipe already calls for adding red onion, but you can toss in any wilted greens and leftover veggies that you have on hand, too.

• Time Commitment: 2 hours and 50 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, dairy free, low sugar
• Serves: 4

The bone is part of the ritual Seder plate because it symbolizes the lamb sacrifice the ancient Hebrews made while fleeing Egypt. Red wine is also a main component, representing the redemption of the Israelites from enslavement. You can make this Passover recipe in the slow cooker or on the stove.

• Time Commitment: 55 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, vegan, <10 ingredients, dairy free, gluten free
• Serves: 6

Plant-based eaters who don’t consume lamb often swap lamb shank for roasted beets at the Seder, after a biblical commentator suggested it centuries ago. The only "fancy" ingredient here is fresh herbs for the garnish; the rest are pantry staples that you already have in your kitchen.

• Time Commitment: 55 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free
• Serves: 4

Pomegranate arils can make any dish look festive, no? This salad is dairy-free, grain-free and complete with nutty tahini-honey dressing. Sounds like an easy win to me. "The crisp apple and pomegranate seeds bring a lip-puckering tartness to the cauliflower, nuts and spices," recipe creator James Rich explains.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, one pan, high protein, gluten free, dairy free
• Serves: 4

Seven ingredients + 30 minutes + one baking sheet = the easiest holiday dinner you’ll ever make. This Passover recipe will also leave you with only one dish to clean after the Seder, so you won't have a tower of dirty pots and pans looming while you celebrate.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, special occasion-worthy, dairy free
• Serves: 4 to 6

This spring-inspired main is as Insta-worthy as it is delicious. The key to its vibrancy is a miso-laced pistachio butter made from nuts, citrus juice and fresh mint. "The pistachio butter...is not exactly a sauce, but more of a creamy, nutty landing pad for the lamb," recipes creator Christine Flynne writes. "It's so good, you'll want to make extra and schmear it on flatbread, plunk roasted fish in it or dollop it onto charred vegetables."

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free, high protein
• Serves: 12

Much like in Easter canon, the egg in the Seder represents renewal and spring. Play up its significance by serving these dairy-free deviled eggs made with a secret ingredient: hummus. Go with a garlicky one to keep it simple, or spring for a spicy variety to impart some heat.

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, vegan, gluten free, one pan
• Serves: 4

Not a fan of tzimmes, the Ashkenazi stew made with carrots and dried fruit? I have a savory alternative. Reserve the carrot greens to use as the bitter herb at the Seder, and should there be any leftovers, top them with a fried egg to serve with toast, or add them to a salad for lunch.

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, kid-friendly, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 10

Matzo? Boring? Check your sources. This version is enrobed in toffee-like caramel and chocolate, then sprinkled with flaky salt and peanuts. "Make sure to cover the entire pan completely with the foil, including up and over the edges," Workman suggests. "That caramel is hard to clean after baking, and if you take the time to do this before starting, you will thank yourself profusely as you ball up the sticky foil and toss it."

• Time Commitment: 10 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, no cook, gluten free, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 6

As far as Passover recipes go, it doesn't get easier than this refreshing side dish that takes ten minutes from start to finish (and not a moment of cooking). Get your hands on some Roma tomatoes and cucumbers—your pantry will take care of the rest.

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, dairy free, one pot
• Serves: 6

Think scallion pancakes meet matzo ball soup. Who knew that this old-school soul-soother was missing a punch of umami? Even Bubbe will approve of this riff on a classic Passover recipe.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, dairy free
• Serves: 6

This side dish is all about the fresh herbs (take your pick of cilantro, mint and parsley) and warm spices (like cumin, harissa and coriander). Finish the carrots with toasted sesame seeds for nuttiness and extra crunch.

• Time Commitment: 3 hours
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, gluten free, dairy free
• Serves: 6

Might I suggest serving this Passover recipe with cauliflower rice if you’re strictly adhering to the no-grains rule? (Although I should note that rice is now allowed at the holiday table, according to the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards.)

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, Instant Pot recipe
• Serves: 4 to 6

Mix things up this year by serving beets in liquid form. This soup only takes 40 minutes from start to finish if you have a pressure cooker, and not much longer on the stove. The leftovers will keep in an airtight container for up to four days in the fridge or six months in the freezer, BTW.

• Time Commitment: 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, <10 ingredients, one pan
• Serves: 4

You can't go wrong with a lightning-fast vegetable side. Plus, I have it on good authority that you have nearly every single ingredient needed (well, besides the green beans) for this Passover recipe in your kitchen right now.

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, crowd-pleaser, sheet pan recipe
• Serves: 4

The Committee on Jewish Law and Standards gave chickpeas the green light a few years back, so feel free to serve this simplified take on falafel, especially if you have folks at the table who don't eat meat. (It's baked in a single layer, so there's no rolling or frying required.)

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, gluten free, dairy free, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 4

Make this 35-minute dish, starring creamy horseradish sauce, as an homage to the grated horseradish that's often used in the Seder ritual. Asparagus is also at peak deliciousness in the spring, so it's an ideal vegetable pairing for Passover.

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 4

Don't the poppyseeds offer a certain je ne sais quoi to this Passover recipe? The photo-worthy dish will pair seamlessly with a hearty beef or lamb entrée. But best of all, it only requires nine ingredients, and that's including salt and pepper.

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, gluten free
• Serves: 4 to 6

Lamb and a bitter herb in one bowl? Kudos. What’s even better is that it’ll only take you 45 minutes to whip up, since this Passover recipe calls for canned or pre-cooked beans instead of dry. "If you prefer another green, like Swiss chard, collards or beet greens, use those instead," recipe creator Lindsay Maitland Hunt recommends.

• Time Commitment: 55 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, kid-friendly, special occasion-worthy
• Serves: 12

Gluten free *and* effortlessly beautiful? Yup, it's going on the seder menu for good. Use coconut whipped cream to decorate the cake if you want it to stay dairy free; just don't skip the fresh berries on top for a bit of spring flair.

• Time Commitment: 25 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, vegetarian, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 8

Sorry, mayonnaise. Zingy mustard and buttery avocado have this zhuzhed-up fancy appetizer covered in terms of creaminess, while pickle juice keeps the filling's flavor bright and tangy. Finish them with paprika and minced chives.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, dairy free
• Serves: 10

It may not be the most traditional Passover recipe, but damn is it delicious. Don't knock the combo of prunes and capers 'til you try it—they make an epic sweet-and-sour pairing, if I do say so myself.

• Time Commitment: 55 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 5

Psst: Sweet potatoes make a great substitute for carrots in tzimmes, in case your picky eaters aren't fans of the latter. These are drizzled in honey (although you can substitute maple syrup or brown sugar, if you'd prefer) and dusted in spices for good measure, too.

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, no cook, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 4

Bitter herbs, but make them elegant. All this Passover recipe requires is whisking a quick maple-citrus dressing together and tossing the veggies and crunchy nuts in it until evenly coated. Boom, your work is done.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, one pan, gluten free, dairy free
• Serves: 4

This sweet-and-savory main calls on humble grape jelly for an indulgent, sticky glaze that conjures memories of Hanukkah sufganiyot. Better yet, the salmon cooks on a single sheet pan alongside Brussels sprouts for easy cleanup.

• Time Commitment: 6 hours and 10 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, gluten free, dairy free
• Serves: 8

Does it get easier than cooking your main and sides together in one pot after a quick sear? I think not. "Brisket's toughness is combated not with a low-and-slow smoking, but instead, a low-and-slow braise," recipe creator Holly Erickson writes. "Whether you're celebrating Passover, Rosh Hashanah or Hanukkah, or simply the joy of a small gathering, this beautiful, generous braise is perfect for a long, lazy, hands-off day of letting your oven do the work."

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: beginner-friendly, vegetarian, special occasion-worthy
• Serves: 2 to 4

If you only ever have cabbage plain and boiled, I beg you to branch out. The underrated veggie is transformed into something spectacular when charred, but nutty brown butter, spicy harissa and a touch of brown sugar take it way over the top. "It starts on the stovetop and finishes in a hot oven, which gives it a fully cooked interior, a stunningly scorched surface and a powerful kick," recipe creator Michal Korkosz notes.

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, beginner-friendly, vegan
• Serves: 6 to 8

Thanks to dairy-free yogurt and mayonnaise, this foolproof-yet-elegant side dish is totally plant-based. You could save time with store-bought zhoug (Trader Joe’s has one), but making it from scratch is truly as easy as blending herbs and spices in a food processor. 

• Time Commitment: 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, special occasion-worthy, vegetarian, no cook
• Serves: varies

Pomegranate juice, triple sec and a mélange of fruits unite for a crowd-pleasing sipper all your guests can get behind. Bonus points for using Manischewitz as the base for this celebratory sangria.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Why I Love It: kid-friendly, vegetarian, gluten free
• Serves: 16 cookies

Trust me: These deli delicacies are easier to prepare at home than you think. Thanks to a mix of almond and coconut flours, these confections are totally Passover-friendly. The kids' table will be thrilled.

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, one bowl, gluten free
• Serves: 8 to 10

These handhelds are uber fudgy and moist, courtesy of blitzed chickpeas in the blondie batter. Mix sesame seeds or chopped pistachios into this Passover recipe for a crunchier, more diverse texture.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, kid-friendly, <10 ingredients
• Serves: 20

Too cold for a bonfire? Roast your marshmallows indoors on the stove instead. And be sure to use vegan 'mallows to avoid pig-based gelatin, in case you or your guests keep kosher and don't consume pork.