Make dinner feel special with easy and flavorful side dishes that take no time to prepare. You don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to create something that complements your main dish perfectly. These recipes bring a great balance of flavor and texture, adding that extra touch without all the effort. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create side dishes that not only taste amazing but also look impressive. Whether it’s for a family meal or a dinner with friends, these sides will elevate your meal and make it feel like a special occasion.
Caprese Garlic Bread
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Caprese Garlic Bread brings fresh flavors to the table with mozzarella, basil, and Roma tomatoes on crispy French bread. It’s the perfect partner for your favorite creamy soup. Get ready for a burst of classic goodness in every delicious bite!
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Pickled Red Onions
Learn how easy it is to make quick pickled red onions! These tangy and sweet onions are perfect for jazzing up tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more. With just seven simple ingredients and 30 minutes of brining time, you'll have pickled onions in no time for a simple side to serve.
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Rainbow Salad
Our Rainbow Veggie Salad is made with garden-fresh produce and is a feast for both your eyes and taste buds! Packed with a vibrant mix of crisp veggies, it's a colorful salad that is a feast for the eyes. Serve as a side or make this a main dish.
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Caesar Salad With Bacon and Ranch
Make this knife-and-fork classic Wedge Caesar Salad with Bacon that looks super fancy but is easy to make with just five ingredients. This salad make a quick and easy side dish.
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BBQ Green Beans
This easy-to-make BBQ Green Beans recipe is full of tender beans, smoky ham, sweet onions, and tangy sauce that makes a tasty side dish. This bean dish pairs well with so many mains, or you can enjoy a plate on its own.
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Stuffing Muffins
These stuffing muffins are filled with sweet Italian sausage, apples, cranberries, sage and pine nuts for a fun alternative to traditional stuffing in the perfect portion size.
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Slow Cooker Corn Pudding
Slow cooker corn pudding is a creamy, comforting side dish that practically cooks itself. With a blend of corn, butter, and a hint of sweetness, it’s perfect for holiday meals or easy weeknight side dish!
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Orange Vegetable Tagine With Peaches
Dive into the vibrant flavors of North Africa with this Orange Vegetable Tagine! A medley of orange-hued veggies and juicy peaches simmered in fragrant spices creates a delightful balance of sweet and savory. It’s a unique dish that’s full of veggie goodness for your weeknight dinner!
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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
These Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside! Roasted to perfection, they make a fantastic side dish that everyone will love. Easy to prepare, they’re a must-try for any potato lover!
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Broccoli Raisin Salad
Tender broccoli, plump raisins, and crunchy pumpkin seeds, all mixed with a creamy mustard dressing. This salad holds up well for fall gatherings, and the salty bacon doesn’t hurt, either.
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Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Golden brown and crispy, these Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are the ultimate side dish! Simply seasoned with garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh chives, they pair perfectly with almost any meal. Plus, they couldn’t be easier to make!
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Broccoli Casserole with Crackers
If you’re looking for a comforting, cheesy dish that brings together tender broccoli and a crunchy topping, this Broccoli Casserole is a winner. It’s easy to prepare, packed with rich flavors, and offers a great way to sneak some vegetables into a crowd-pleasing side dish.
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Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower
This spicy maple sriracha roasted cauliflower is slightly crispy and caramelized on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside. Makes a great side dish, appetizer or topping for salad, pizza, tacos and more!
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Carrot Citrus Salad
Roasted rainbow carrots paired with oranges and Meyer lemons make this salad both refreshing and vibrant. Tossed in a citrus mustard vinaigrette, it’s a perfect way to brighten up your winter table.
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Roasted Broccolini
Roasted tenderstem broccoli (also known as broccolini or baby broccoli) is delicious when cooked until just crisp with garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
This is a favorite recipe for Broccoli Cauliflower Salad that is perfect for any time of year! Enjoy it as a make-ahead dish for potlucks and picnics in the summer, and it's just as tasty for a fall side-salad.
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Grilled Asparagus with Garlic
Tender-crisp asparagus with a kiss of smoke is so good, it's almost better than the main entree! So easy to make and ready in a jiffy, this easy side dish is always good eating!
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Spring Onion Potato Salad
This Spring Onion Potato Salad is a tasty and nutritious side dish that combines the crispness of fresh spring onions with the creamy goodness of tender potatoes.
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