Check out some of my easy 3 Course Meal Ideas I love to use for entertaining! There are a variety of meals that each include an appetizer, main course, sides, and dessert! These combinations are sure to impress any guest!
![A collage showing a variety of main dishes.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-Hero-1.jpg)
Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata
- Starter: Caprese Salad or Balsamic Bread Dip
- Side: Roasted Vegetables
- Dessert: Tiramisu or Pana Cotta
![A collage showing a three course meal with Lemon Piccata as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-ChickenPiccatta.jpg)
Braised Short Ribs
- Starter: Classic Wedge Salad
- Side: Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus
- Dessert: Berry Cake or Banana Pudding
![A collage showing a three course meal with Braised Short Ribs as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-BraisedShortRibs.jpg)
Cedar Plank Salmon
- Starter: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
- Side: Rice Pilaf, Grilled Asparagus
- Dessert: Blackberry Cobbler or Apple Cobbler
![A collage showing a three course meal with Cedar Plank Salmon as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-CedarPlankSalmon.jpg)
Chicken Marsala
- Starter: French Onion Soup or Mixed Green Salad with Berries
- Side: Haricots Verts (French Green Beans), Artisan No Knead Bread
- Dessert: Baked Apples or Crème Brûlée
![A collage showing a three course meal with Chicken Marsala as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-ChickenMarsala.jpg)
Carne Asada Tacos
- Starter: Chips and Salsa and Guacamole
- Side: Mexican Rice, Refried Beans or Charro Beans, , Elote, Horchata to drink if you’re feeling extra
- Dessert: Tres Leches Cake or Sopaipillas
![A collage showing a three course meal with Carne Asada Tacos as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-CarneAsadaTacos.jpg)
Swedish Meatballs
- Starter: Apple Pecan Salad, Tomato Cucumber Salad, or Cucumber Onion Salad
- Side: French Green Beans or Roasted Vegetables
- Dessert: Apple Cake or Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
![A collage showing a three course meal with Swedish Meatballs as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-SwedishMeatballs.jpg)
Panang Curry
- Starter: Fresh Spring Rolls or Thai Lettuce Wraps
- Side: Steamed Rice or Drunken Noodles
- Dessert: Peach or Mango Frozen Yogurt
![A collage showing a three course meal with Panang Curry as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-PanangCurry.jpg)
Black Bean Burgers or Kabobs
- Starter: Artichoke Dip or Veggie Platter
- Side: Fries, Corn Salad, Fruit Salad
- Dessert: Key Lime Pie or Apple Crisp
![A collage showing a three course meal with Black Bean Burgers as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-BlackBeanBurger.jpg)
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
- Starter: Queso Dip, Bacon Wrapped Dates or Bean Dip
- Side: Coleslaw, Baked Beans or Potato Salad
- Dessert: Chocolate Brownies, Pretzel Salad, or Strawberry Shortcake
![A collage showing a three course meal with BBQ Pork Sandwiches as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-BBQPorkSandwich.jpg)
Slow Cooker Ribs
- Starter: Deviled Eggs or Loaded Potato Skins
- Side: Macaroni Salad, Baked Beans, and Skillet Cornbread
- Dessert: Oatmeal Cookie Bars or Texas Sheet Cake.
![A collage showing a three course meal with Slow Cooker Ribs as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-SlowCookerRibs.jpg)
Spanish Paella
- Starter: Tortillas de Patatas
- Side: Artisan Bread
- Dessert: Torrijas or Flan
![A collage showing a three course meal with Spanish Paella as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-SpanishPaella.jpg)
Authentic New Orleans Gumbo
- Starter: Wedge Salad, Deviled Eggs, or Hush Puppies
- Side: Steamed Rice, Buttermilk Cornbread, Okra, or Corn on the Cob
- Dessert: Chocolate Mousse Cake or Apple Pie
![A collage showing a three course meal with Gumbo as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-Gumbo.jpg)
Walking Tacos or Taco Salad
- Starter: Fresh Fruit Salad, chips and salsa or guacamole
- Side: Corn Salad, or Soup
- Dessert: Arroz con Leche Brown Rice Pudding, or Tres Leches Cake
![A collage showing a three course meal with Taco Salad as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3Course-TacoSalad2.jpg)
Cottage Pie or Chicken Pot Pie
- Starter: Brussels Spout Salad , Apple Pecan Salad or Citrus Fruit Salad
- Side: Shredded Brussels Sprouts, Roasted asparagus, curdite, homemade applesauce
- Dessert: Homemade Pudding or Caramel Apple Dip with apple slices.
![A collage of a three course meal with Chicken Pot Pie as the main dish.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/3CourseChickenPotPie.jpg)
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Thank you for the 3 course meals. This is such a nice feature. The braised beef rib meal was so wonderful. Enjoyed by all.
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