The festive season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a collection of over 20 delicious recipe ideas for Christmas dinner? Whether you’re planning a traditional Christmas feast or looking to surprise your guests with something a little different this year, this festive recipe collection has got you covered.
Table of Contents
- Meat Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
- Fish Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
- Vegetable Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
- Dessert Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
- Final Thoughts

Meat Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
Discover a range of delicious, meaty Christmas recipes perfect for your festive feasts. Whether you want a juicy roast turkey, tender braised beef, or a flavour-packed chicken dish, these recipes have you covered. I’ve developed each recipe to bring out the best in your ingredients, delivering rich, comforting flavours that are perfect for the festive season.
Mulled Wine Braised Brisket
A delicious beef stew full of festive cheer! Beef brisket is slow-cooked until fall-apart tender in a rich, mulled-wine based sauce.
Christmas Hotpot
A one-pot festive feast, packed with turkey, sausage and onions, in a creamy gravy, topped with buttery potatoes.
Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs
A delightful way to enjoy all those beloved Christmas flavours with far less effort.
Brined and Roasted Turkey Legs
If you’re looking for a Christmas centrepiece without committing to a whole bird, this recipe is for you.
Fish Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
Fish might not be the first thing that comes to mind for Christmas, but it’s always a welcome addition. These fish recipes are perfect for anyone looking to break away from the usual holiday fare. Or for anyone looking to introduce something a bit lighter, fresher, yet still full of festive flavour. Whether it’s a whole roast fish that’s a showstopper in its own right, or delicate fillets with a zesty twist, these recipes offer a refreshing take on the Christmas table.
Garlic and Chilli Butter Salmon
Whole roasted salmon, topped with garlic and chilli brown butter sauce.
Roasted Salmon with Curry Leaf Butter
Whole roasted salmon, with a deliciously fragrant curry leaf brown butter sauce.

Vegetable Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
Celebrate the festive season with these vibrant, delicious vegetable-forward Christmas recipes. From roasted vegetables that sing with caramelised goodness to inventive salads that add a burst of freshness to your table, these recipes are all about celebrating the best of the season’s produce. Perfect for adding balance and a bit of brightness to your Christmas spread.
Hot Honey Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts
Perfectly roasted sprouts, tossed in the most delicious sweet and smoky brown butter sauce.
Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Cranberry and Orange
Roasted root vegetables, coated in a sticky cranberry, orange and maple syrup glaze.
Sticky Chorizo Brussels Sprouts
Delicious, smoky chorizo roasted Brussels sprouts, caramelised with honey.
Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad with Pancetta Dressing
The perfect winter salad! The pancetta dressing is next-level.
Stuffing Topped Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, buttery mash, topped with a sausage, sage and onion crumb.
Kimchi Salt Roast Potatoes
A delicious, spicy and zingy alternative to traditional roasties.
Sticky Roasted Parsnips with Cranberry and Hoisin
A classic Christmas side, with a Chinese-inpired twist.
Maple Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
Roasted carrots and parsnips with maple and rosemary – a classic.
Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta and Maple
Roasted sprouts with pancetta and maple – the perfect of sweet and savoury combo.

Dessert Recipe Ideas for Christmas Dinner
End your festive feast on a sweet note with these dessert recipe ideas. From traditional favourites to less traditional ones, these sweet recipes will add a touch of joy to your festive season.
Panettone Tiramisu
If, like me, you hate Christmas pudding, I have the perfect Christmas dessert for you: panettone tiramisu. It’s such a simple make-ahead dessert, so it’s great for hosting throughout the festive season.
Final Thoughts
As you gather around the table this Christmas, I hope these recipes inspire your festive feast. From comforting classics to new favourites, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re serving up a succulent roast, a vibrant vegan dish, or a sweet treat to end the meal on a high note, every single recipe in this collection has been developed to bring joy and warmth to your celebrations. Here’s to a delicious Christmas filled with good food, great company, and lasting memories. Merry Christmas!
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You are amazing. I have tried several recipes and love them. You take a lot of time explaining why you need to buy certain things for the recipe, certain steps you need to take BUT those beginning notes are not printable.
Aww bless you! Thank you so much for your kind words Lisa. Alas, the “print recipe” button only applies to the recipe card – my apologies! If you want to print the entire post, you may need to click “Print” from your browser. I hope this helps!