11 Delicious Passover Recipes for Every Holiday Menu

These Passover recipes bring together sweet and savory dishes that are perfect for your holiday table, from matzo ball soup and brisket to roast chicken, brownies, apple cake, and more.

A white bowl filled with matzo ball soup and sprinkled with dill

Henry Hargreaves

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Matzo Ball Soup

Light and comforting, this matzo ball soup is a classic addition to any Passover meal and a soothing remedy when you need one.

I made this matzo ball soup tonight with a whole rooster and a pound of chicken feet (basically doubled the stock, and it was exactly the right proportion for the matzah balls). I also made Jack’s Wife Freda’s hot sauce and served it alongside, the way they do at the restaurant. It was great, and even my 8-year-old had seconds.

Jennifer i.

John Tavares

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Roasted Tzimmes

Sweet carrots roasted with spices, finished with za’atar for a pleasing East-meets-West twist on a traditional Ashkenazi side.

A whole simple roast chicken in a skillet, surrounded by grapes.

Becky Rosenthal

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Simple Roast Chicken

An easy method that produces crisp skin and juicy meat—reliable and flavorful, inspired by a classic technique.

I made this roasted chicken yesterday. Perfect. Juicy and tasty. We had some today, and equally great, even cold. This is a keeper. Thanks so much for making it so simple.

suzie m.

French onion brisket in an oval enamel casserole dish on a white background.

Matt Taylor-Gross

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French Onion Brisket

A brisket braised with caramelized onions, garlic and a splash of apple brandy for rich, layered flavor.

An oval platter filled with cubed roasted potatoes, garnished with fresh dill.

David Leite

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Roasted Potatoes with Dill

Crispy-edged, tender-throughout roasted potatoes seasoned with garlic and fresh dill—a simple and dependable side.

These potatoes! Perfect. The texture and flavor were great. Dill made these a great accompaniment to roast salmon. I will repeat for sure.

janet s.

A parchment lined deep baking pan filled with baked ricotta.

Simon Griffiths

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Baked Ricotta

Rich and indulgent, baked ricotta is easy to prepare and makes an elegant starter or brunch dish.

This baked ricotta dish is amazing… I served it for dinner with homemade focaccia… both my husband and I thought it would make a delicious brunch dish—reminds us of a decadent soufflé.

tammy

A skillet with three pieces of pan fried fish and lemon slices

Eva Kolenko

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Pan Fried Fish

Seared fillets with crisp skin—simple to cook and adaptable to halibut, snapper, salmon, trout and many other fish varieties.

Two glass jars of homemade chrain with a silver spoon lying beside them.

Isobel Wield

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Homemade Chrain

A bold horseradish condiment that brings brightness to gefilte fish, brisket and other rich dishes.

Chrain is a new thing for me. I made it tonight following this recipe. It’s powerful stuff. My Jewish friend said, “That chrain is the nuts!” I tried some with a sprinkling of caraway seeds… I liked it!

erica

Three Passover brownies stacked on top of each other on a white plate.

Katherine Martinelli

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Passover Brownies

These Passover brownies use matzo meal, bittersweet chocolate, butter, eggs and nuts to deliver a slightly crumbly exterior and fudgy interior—better than most alternatives.

LOVE these brownies. I added day-old coffee instead of chocolate liqueur because it’s what I had. My stepson said they were good, and I love the flavor and texture!

charity

A square of Passover apple cake on a green plate.

Cenk Sönmezsoy

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Passover Apple Cake

A classic Passover-friendly apple cake adapted from a trusted cookbook author—moist, flavorful, and satisfying.

I made this Passover apple cake yesterday. It’s delicious. Instead of raisins, I added drained tart cherries for a pleasant tartness. I’ll make this cake again next Passover.

sherry

A flourless chocolate cloud cake topped with billows of whipped cream on a metal platter.

David Leite

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Flourless Chocolate Cloud Cake

An elegant, airy flourless chocolate cake made from just chocolate, eggs, butter and sugar—crisp at the edges and light inside.

I made this cake tonight and it was AMAZING! I love how light it was compared to an average flourless chocolate cake. THANK YOU!

Daniela

Passover Food FAQs

Which foods are traditionally served during Passover?

Common Passover dishes include matzo ball soup, brisket, roast chicken, roasted potatoes, gefilte fish and other roasted or braised meats and vegetables.

Which foods are avoided during Passover?

Foods made from leavening grains—wheat, barley, oats, spelt and rye—are avoided. Many who follow Ashkenazic custom also refrain from rice, corn, millet and certain legumes during the holiday.

These selections are a sampling of favorite Passover dishes to inspire your menu. For more ideas, explore recipe collections focused on Passover meals and desserts to round out your holiday spread.