Our favourite ways to pimp up your roast 

<p>Sides matter &ndash; we all know it. A handsome <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/lamb-joints/asda-butchers-selection-lamb-leg-bone-in-joint-typically-21kg/6037108" target="_blank">leg of lamb</a> may well be the dazzling centrepiece at your Easter table, but your Easter Sunday dinner would be nothing without those oh-so-important trimmings. From baby veg with a sticky marmalade glaze and creamy vegan dauphinoise potatoes to griddled asparagus and cripsy roast tatties, these humble dishes are stars in their own right &ndash; and even if you can't have the whole family over, they'll keep in the fridge for days afterwards.</p><p>We've picked our favourite heroes to pimp up your roast this Easter weekend.</p><h2>Perfect roast potatoes</h2><p>They're crispy on the outside and soft in the middle — what more could you ask from <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/roast-potatoes-with-garlic-and-rosemary" target="_blank">a glorious roast spud</a>? </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="roast-potatoes-with-garlic__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/roast-potatoes-with-garlic__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Griddled asparagus with a redcurrant jelly dressing</h2><p>Perhaps you're ready to pick up some seasonal spring veg, or perhaps you've been growing your own &ndash; so why not add some versatile veggies into your roast? We love <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/griddled-asparagus" target="_blank">this griddled asparagus</a> paired with fruity jelly reduction.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="asparagus-with-redcurrant-jelly-dressing-web__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/asparagus-with-redcurrant-jelly-dressing-web__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Beetroot onion bake</h2><p>Dill lifts the earthy flavours of carefully layered <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beetroot-onion-bake" target="_blank">beetroot, potato and onion bake</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="beetroot-onion-bake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/beetroot-onion-bake__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Roasted carrots with tahini and pomegranate</h2><p>Bursting with flavour, a standard side dish gets a Middle Eastern makeover in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/roasted-carrots-with-tahini-and-pomegranate-seeds" target="_blank">this recipe</a> with a creamy tahini, crushed garlic, lemon juice and honey sauce and pomegranate seeds.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="roasted-carrots-with-pomegranate-seeds__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/roasted-carrots-with-pomegranate-seeds__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Vegan dauphinoise potatoes</h2><p>Whether you're experimenting with a plant-based diet or a long-time devotee, these creamy <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/vegan-potato-dauphinoise" target="_blank">dauphinoise potatoes</a> are dairy-free and vegan-friendly.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="vegan-potato-dauphinoise__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/vegan-potato-dauphinoise__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Glazed baby veg</h2><p>The ultimate shortcut to a good glaze? Simple: marmalade. Doused onto baby veg, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/baby-veg-with-marmalade-glaze" target="_blank">this recipe</a> makes for a simple yet noticeably different side.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="baby-veg-with-marmalade-glaze__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/baby-veg-with-marmalade-glaze__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Roasted veg bundles</h2><p>Simple to make, elegant to serve &ndash; <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/roasted-parsnip-carrot-bundles" target="_blank">these bundles of veg</a> are bundles of fun.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Roasted-parsnip-carrot-bundles__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/Roasted-parsnip-carrot-bundles__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Brussel sprouts with pancetta</h2><p>Chunky chestnuts and crispy pancetta make <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/best-brussels-sprouts" target="_blank">these sprouts</a> well worth their place on the table.</p><p><img alt="carrot-stuffing-sprouts__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/carrot-stuffing-sprouts__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p> </p><p><h2>Griddled courgette salad</h2></p><p>This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/courgette-salad" target="_blank">gorgeous courgette side dish</a> is brought to life with plenty of zest, chilli, mint and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/pickled-onions-vegetables/crespo-capers-in-salted-water/910000400877" target="_blank">a spoonful of capers</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="courgette_salad_1__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/courgette_salad_1__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><h2>Sticky-sweet roasted carrots with maple and mustard glaze</h2></p><p><a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/treacle-syrup/asda-pure-canadian-maple-syrup/910001366147" target="_blank">Maple</a> and mustard add warmth and depth to the natural sweetness of <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/roasted-carrots-with-maple-and-mustard-glaze" target="_blank">Chantenay carrots</a>. A lovely seasonal spring side. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="roasted-carrots-with-honey-and-mustard-glaze__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/roasted-carrots-with-honey-and-mustard-glaze__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><h2>Sweet pea and bean salad</h2></p><p>Crisp and full of fresh flavours, this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sweet-pea-bean-salad" target="_blank">crunchy salad</a> is spring on a plate, with sweet peas, broad beans and chives.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="pea_salad__square" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pea_salad__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><h2>Potato and courgette tian</h2></p><p>This layered side dish, or vegetarian main, is made of thin slices of courgette, potato, onion and tomato. A winning <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/potato-courgette-tian" target="_blank">veggie side</a> to accompany your roast dinner that won't outweigh the centrepieces.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="potatocourgettetian__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/potatocourgettetian__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><h2>Lebanese French beans</h2></p><p>A fresh way of serving <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/lebanese-style-french-beans" target="_blank">Lebanese-style French</a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/lebanese-style-french-beans" target="_blank"> beans</a>, this dish is sure to win over the masses. Topped with tomatoes seasoned with cinnamon, garlic and sugar, French beans never tasted so good as finger food.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="lebanese_style_beans__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/lebanese_style_beans__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Inspired to create a roast dinner feast this Easter with all the trimmings? Make sure you stock up on everything you'll need at <a href="http://www.asda.com/" target="_blank">Asda online</a> or pop into your <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/#!/?cmpid=ahc-_-otc-storeloc-_-asdacom-_-hp-_-header-_-store" target="_blank">local store</a>. </em></p>

Amazing sides for your Easter table

By Asda Good Living,16th March 2018

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