While ham is a traditional and much-loved dish, it’s not your only option for an Easter menu. We’ve gathered 20 non-ham recipes for your Easter meal that will be delicious substitutes. You’ll find recipes for apricot Dijon glazed salmon, savory pork tenderloin with rosemary sweet potatoes, a classic Delmonico steak with herbed butter, shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce, and more. The dinners are on the fancier side and will be just as impressive as baked ham when served.
Savory Pork Tenderloin and Rosemary Sweet Potatoes
“The sweetness added by the honey in the sweet potatoes balances so well with the savory herb blend on the pork. The glazed apples are also a nice addition to both the pork and sweet potatoes. It plates up beautifully but is so easy to put together. Green beans with almonds are a nice green side dish with this meal. This is often the birthday meal of choice by both family and friends.” – Lisa
Three Cheese Stuffed Shells (Meatless)
“I got this recipe from my Italian girlfriend from work. This was actually the first time I tried a jumbo stuffed shell, and I love it so much! The three different cheese just makes it so delicious, that you would want to eat more and more of it. It is amazingly delicioso!” – Connie “Kiyu”
Shrimp in Buttery Garlic Sauce
“Yuuummmm…..shrimp in a flavorful buttery garlic sauce. One of my husband’s favorite meals. What could be better? It is perfect served over hot pasta.” – Baby
Cornish Game Hens With Stuffing
“A fantastic recipe to make for a special dinner for 2! I make them in lots of different ways, but this way is nice for those romantic occasions and want them to be extra special and pretty.” – Kelly
Apricot Dijon Glazed Salmon Recipe
“Salmon baked in an apricot dijon glaze with ginger and lime.” – Kevin
Bourbon Braised Pork Chops
“The flavors may sound unusual, but they really are good… honest!” – Pauline
Sour Cream Halibut
“Living on the coast in Alaska ensures you have abundant fish. Halibut is one of my favorite options. It is a firm but mild white fish. This is one of the easy, quick recipes that my family loves. Almost every Alaskan has their own version of this recipe. I like to serve this with rice.” – Gina
Classic Delmonico Steak (With Herbed Butter)
“Delmonico steak is world-famous, first introduced by Delmonico’s Restaurant in New York City in the mid-1800s. This recipe is a classic method of preparing a quality Delmonico steak by slowly pan-searing the beef until it’s sizzling hot, and then topping it with a pat of garlic-herb butter for added flavor.” – Vickie
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
“Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya has always been on a regular rotation at my house, It is pure Louisiana comfort food. Here is the thing about traditional dishes from Louisiana, they are as diverse as the person cooking it.” – Debbie
Stuffed Chicken Parmesan
“This is a great new take on Chicken Parmesan. It’s delicious and filling! It has a creamy cheesy spinach stuffing. You can top it with your favorite sauce and add mozzarella to finish it off. Great served with roasted potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, or some kind of pasta.” – Annamaria
Peppercorn Crusted Pork Loin With Creamy Sauce
“Great to have during the fall months when the weather outside is crisp.” – Sara
Polenta With Vegetable Tomato Sauce
“We try to eat vegetarian 3-4 nights a week and I tried this with what I had on hand. Family, especially my husband, loved it.” – Joyce
Roasted Chicken
“This is the most tender, juicy chicken ever! I have made cornish hens like this as well, just adjust the baking time. Can’t wait until Thanksgiving to do a whole turkey!” – Kathy
Blackened Red Snapper With Fresh Salsa
“There is nothing like fresh seafood. When I made this, the fish came from a fishing trip to the Gulf Coast the night before. I serve this over a simple pasta. The fish and salsa have so much flavor there is no need to season the pasta. If you have the time, make the salsa the night before to give the flavors time to combine – you will be glad you did.” – Tammy
My Favorite Lasagna
“I love this lasagna. So yummy, the flavor literally explodes in your mouth!” – Jess
Lemon Butter Baked Cod
“This recipe makes any white fish juicy and delicious. Makes a fantastic meal when served with white jasmine rice & steamed broccoli or asparagus!” – Tammy
Seafood Pasta in Lemon Butter Sauce
“This is one of my favorite dishes that my husband and I make together for date night. I always go back for seconds!” – Sara
Bacon-Wrapped Filets With Sauteed Mushrooms
“This is one of the three dishes I make when I’m craving meat! So easy, so good.” – Ali
Stuffed Cannelloni
“This recipe is a nice change using spinach, cheese, and a white sauce. Serve with a salad.” – Marian
Cajun Sauteed Salmon With Rainbow Carrots and Potato
“A healthy and clean-eating dish.” – Kisha