Simple Recipes to Host a Passover Seder with Ease

One of the things that makes a Passover celebration special is its ability to bring together family, friends, food, and tradition at the dinner table. Whether your Seder menu is made up of recipes handed down through generations or innovative twists on family favorites, sharing food and ritual with loved ones is an absolute constant.

That being said, putting together a Passover spread doesn’t have to take days of preparation or hours in the kitchen. Create a festive dinner menu that’s fit for a weeknight get-together with friends and family with our collection of recipes below. Our updated Passover dinner incorporates traditional flavors in a fresh, bountiful seasonal dinner. A salad of kohlrabi, apples, and horseradish begin the meal (and can be considered a modern form of charoset), followed by bowls of matzo ball soup with pops of color from the carrot and celery.

Roast chicken with lemon, paprika, and sage star as the centerpiece of dinner. While roasted asparagus with grated parmesan on top is an easy and elegant side to whip up with minimal prep work.

For dessert, flourless chocolate molten mousse cups will wow your guests into thinking you spent all day working on them—when they really come together in minutes with a handful of ingredients.

With this relaxed menu, setting the table for Passover Seder has never been easier (or more delicious).  

1 of 5Erin Kunkel

Kohlrabi, Apple, and Horseradish Rémoulade

Bright with crème fraîche and green apple, this crunchy salad tastes very refreshing alongside slow-roasted meats. A handheld slicer makes quick work of the prep.

2 of 5Victor Protasio

Matzo Ball Soup

We made our matzo balls small, for easier eating, but if you prefer 1 large ball per serving, divide the dough into 4 to 6 balls and boil them 10 minutes longer.

3 of 5James A Carrier

Roast Lemon Chicken with Shallots and Potatoes

Large roasting chickens tend to have more flavor than smaller “fryers”; many meat departments will order them for you since Kosher chickens larger than 4 pounds can be difficult to find. You can also roast two 3-to 3 1/2-pound chickens side by side in a large roasting pan if you didn’t plan in advance.

4 of 5Stephanie Dean

Roasted Asparagus

Roasting intensifies the woodsy flavor of asparagus. A thin crust of earthy parmesan cheese adds a bit of crunch.

5 of 5Peden & Munk

Molten Chocolate Mousse Cups

Bake this chocolate mousse straight out of the freezer. It couldn’t be easier.

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