Take a look at these New Year’s Eve Dinner Ideas to help you plan a fun and stress-free celebration. This collection has everything from appetizers and hearty mains to dips and desserts, all designed to feel festive while staying easy to prepare. Hosting a small group or a bigger get-together? These recipes will give you plenty of inspiration to create a memorable evening. With a bit of planning and simple ingredients, you can put together a dinner that feels special and brings everyone together to welcome the New Year.
Salmon en Croute
Individual Salmon en Croute (or Salmon Wellington) is a classic French gourmet dish made with fresh salmon, spinach, and cream cheese wrapped in buttery and flaky puff pastry.
Ready in just 40 minutes, this delicious salmon dish will be a family favorite that you will want to make again and again!
To learn more: Individual Salmon en Croute
Prawn Cocktail
Prawn cocktail, or shrimp cocktail as it’s often called, is a retro classic that never goes out of style. It’s all about simplicity: chilled, juicy prawns served with a creamy, tangy cocktail sauce, usually on a bed of crisp lettuce, with avocado adding an extra twist.
To learn more: Classic Prawn Cocktail with Avocado
Greek Fava
Greek Fava is a smooth, creamy, and delicious yellow split pea dip that has been a favorite in Greece for many years. Despite its name, it’s not made from fava beans but from split yellow peas, which give the dish its signature velvety texture and flavor.
To learn more: Greek Fava Recipe - Split Pea Dip
Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms
These delicious Air Fryer Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms make the perfect snack or appetizer, especially if you’re looking to skip the cream cheese for something a bit lighter. They’re filled with a light and flavorful mix of shallots, garlic, herbs, and parmesan cheese, then cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer.
To learn more: Air Fryer Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms
Duck Spring Rolls
These Crispy Air Fryer Duck Spring Rolls are made with tender duck meat, hoisin sauce, cucumbers, and green onions, all wrapped in crunchy wrappers. They are a family favorite, loved for their crisp texture and savory fillings.
To learn more: Crispy Air Fryer Duck Spring Rolls
No air fryer? No problem! Check out this pan-fried version!
Chicken Liver Parfait
Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait (or Pâté) with brandy is an elegant yet fuss-free dinner party starter and can be made up to three days in advance.
It is one of my favorite starters/appetizers to serve on special occasions such as Christmas or New Year's Eve, especially when I want to spoil my dinner guests.
To learn more: Chicken Liver Parfait - Pâté
Muhammara
Muhammara, also known as Acuka in Turkish, is a delicious Middle Eastern dip made with red pepper paste, garlic, walnuts, spices, and olive oil.
It is extremely easy to prepare and is ready in 15 minutes with minimal cleaning up!
To learn more: Muhammara (Red Pepper Dip)
Rice Stuffed Chicken
This delicious Rice Stuffed Chicken is a great dish for festive dinners and small gatherings or as an alternative to traditional Roast turkey. It is a special way to roast a chicken, and definitely feels like a treat! Making this scrumptious stuffed roast chicken is surprisingly easy and straightforward.
To learn more: Rice Stuffed Chicken
Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon is definitely one of the most delicious and famous beef stews in the world. It is one of these dishes that are perfect for any occasion: Family gatherings, New Year's Eve dinner, or friends' get-togethers.
To learn more: Julia Child's Beef Bourguignon
Sigara Boregi
Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls) are crispy Turkish appetizers/snacks made with thin and flaky filo sheets called "yufka", filled with feta cheese, and then shallow-fried for extra crispness. They are the perfect "make ahead" finger food for parties.
To learn more: Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls)
Crispy Saute Potatoes
These perfectly Crispy Sauté Potatoes with Garlic are the perfect accompaniment to steak, fish, meatballs, or any creamy dish.
It takes less than half an hour to make and is full of flavor thanks to garlic and rosemary. You can serve them as a side dish or have them as a snack and the leftovers are perfect for making an egg casserole for breakfast.
To learn more: Crispy Sauté Potatoes with Garlic
Baklava Cheesecake
Spoil your guests on special occasions with this Best Baklava Cheesecake recipe.
This impressive Middle Eastern-inspired dessert is made with indulgently sweet and nutty Turkish Baklava layers topped with creamy and rich cheesecake.
To learn more: The Best Baklava Cheesecake Recipe
Russian Salad
Russian Salad (also known as Olivier Salad, Salad Olivieh, or Rus Salatasi) is a simple, colorful, and delicious side dish originating from Russia.
This fresh and creamy Russian potato salad is perfect for holiday celebrations such as Easter, Christmas, or New Year's Eve.
To learn more: Russian Salad (Olivier Salad)
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