Game-Changing St. Patrick’s Day Appetizers and Side Dishes
Who’s excited for St. Patrick’s Day? I know plenty of families look forward to this day, but inasmuch as we mamas love to prepare extensively for any parties, we sure love a stress-free food prep so we can enjoy time with our families more.
I got you-here I have rounded up five appetizers and side dishes for St. Patrick’s Day. These game-changing recipes are a joy to prepare and take up only a few minutes of your time, without scrimping on flavor. Some of them double up as party snacks, too! Read more below.
Irish Soda Bread
I always prefer serving a light, airy bread. This Irish soda bread is the perfect canvas for hearty dips, or even slightly dipped in soup for a dish that whets your appetite just enough for the next entrees.
What I love about this recipe is it takes only 15 minutes to prepare-perfect when you have company on St. Patrick’s Day or even on a weeknight when you want something homemade. I prepare mine in this cast skillet iron pan to crisp it up and shorten cooking time (as recommended by Barbara of Butter and Baggage, where this recipe comes from).
Have no cast-iron pan but have a Dutch oven instead? Try out this version from Keeping it Simple. The addition of oatmeal makes this bread extra crumbly.
Get the Irish Soda bread recipe here
Mini Reuben Appetizers
Want to make an appetizer that’s delicious but with minimal effort? Guests and family alike will surely root for this Mini Reuben Appetizers. It’s so easy to make, even your kids can pitch in to make this in your kitchen!
Start with rye bread (homemade or store bought are both fine), a good brand of sliced corned beef, sauerkraut and cheese to make these mini sandwiches. They are great served piping hot from the oven, or as cold sandwiches for your kids’ lunchboxes.
Tip: a good thousand-island dressing makes the difference for this appetizer. This dressing from 365 by Whole Foods Market is cheap yet delicious.
Get the mini Reuben Appetizers recipe here
Corned Beef and Spinach Wrap Roll-Ups
Healthy and easy to prep? Another hit is The Corned Beef and Spinach Wrap Roll-ups-it definitely fits the bill. With similar flavors to the Mini Reuben appetizers above, but made into nifty, rolled up bites, this recipe can easily become your party staple, whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day or not!
This recipe from Sip and Savor the Seasons takes only minutes to prep, and may be served either hot or cold. This dish tastes amazingly good and it;s healthy, too. You can heat it up in a skillet or a microwave just right before the party starts.
Get the corned beef and spinach wrap roll-ups recipe here.
Fried Cabbage with Bacon
The fresh texture of cabbage with the delicious crispy bits of bacon will have you saying happy St. Patrick’s Day! This no-nonsense side dish may be made with simple ingredients, but there’s nothing simple with the amazing flavors of cabbage and bacon that makes this recipe an Irish favorite.
With only five ingredients to boot,(and a skillet to work magic with) you’ll be enjoying this appetizing dish in less than half an hour. Just add some protein dishes to make it a main course (roast chicken or a fish recipe, perhaps), or mop up some bread with the juices from this dish.
Get the fried cabbage with bacon recipe here
Canned Green Beans
St. Patrick’s day is always made better with green beans-and when fresh or frozen options are unavailable, you can still make a delicious side dish that pairs well with colcannon or some Irish bangers and mash.
Rae of Raepublic shares this side dish that takes only seven minutes to prep and cook (yes!), this recipe is a great way to add greens to your diet and guaranteed to be served not only on St. Patrick’s Day but other weeknights as well.
Get the canned green beans recipe here
Enjoy celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with these quick appetizers and side dishes.
These appetizers and side dishes embody St. Patrick’s Day without the fuss. Make them ahead or serve them a few minutes before guests arrive; we guarantee they’ll taste as good as if you’ve spent hours in the kitchen. You’ll have plenty of time to bond with family and guests with these time-saving yet delicious recipes.
Xoxo,
Lyndsey
