Side Dishes

Discover the perfect accompaniment to your next meal with our guide to the best side dishes. We have dinner sides made from grains, veggies and much more.

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    Easy Sauteed Green Beans

    2 reviews

    —Nick Iverson, Lead Test Cook Taste of Home magazine.


    Broccoli Orzo Bake

    2 reviews

    The addition of orzo pasta makes this bake a sensational alternative to the classic broccoli casserole. There's a fine blend...


    Slow-Cooked Summer Squash

    1 review

    We love squash, but I got tired of fixing just plain squash and cheese. I decided to jazz up the...


    Buffalo Wing Potatoes

    3 reviews

    I was getting tired of mashed and baked potatoes, so I decided to create something new. This potluck-ready recipe is...


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    Crunchy Bacon Blue Cheese Red Pepper Brussels Sprouts

    2 reviews

    This is my family's absolute favorite dish on my holiday table. What's not to love with the mixed aroma of...


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    While no backyard barbecue is complete without burgers and dogs on the grill, these delicious summer potluck salads will be...

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    72 Hearty Summer Sides That’ll Make You Want to Skip the Main

    From pasta salads to grilled veggies, these hearty sides are so good, you won't want to leave room on your...


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    Baked Chili-Lime Corn

    5 reviews

    Tart lime and spicy chili powder offer vibrant flavor contrasts in this easy baked corn dish. —Lawrence Davis, Saint Louis,...


    Cran-Orange Couscous Salad

    5 reviews

    I often create salads for summer using a variety of healthy, filling grains. This version with tender couscous is amped...


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    Summer Salad by the Lake

    4 reviews

    This is the perfect summer salad recipe for picnics and potlucks. It's full of pearl couscous, quinoa, colorful vegetables and...


    Ginger Green Beans

    1 review

    The bright gingery sauce on these green beans is delicious and so simple to whip up. It's perfection on either...


    Balsamic-Glazed Zucchini

    2 reviews

    I am a member of a community-supported agriculture farm. I once received the most delicious garden-fresh zucchini and garlic in...


    Zucchini Panzanella Salad

    6 reviews

    I learned how to make panzanella from my friend's grandmother. Once I discovered how to make the perfect vinaigrette, it...


    Healthy Potato Salad

    5 reviews

    This healthy potato salad is crunchy-delicious with a brilliant zesty dressing. —Brittany Allyn, Mesa, Arizona

    Beet Hummus

    2 reviews

    Break out of the plain hummus rut with this beet hummus recipe. Earthy, sweet beets are a vibrant, wholesome addition...


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    Jalapeno Popper Corn Salad

    18 reviews

    I created this recipe for a wedding I was catering, and it's a good thing I made buckets of it,...


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    Spicy Potatoes with Garlic Aioli

    3 reviews

    The potatoes may look small, but each piece is packed with big flavor from a spice mix that makes this...


    Fresh Thai Asparagus, Kale and Garlicky Mushrooms

    Hit the local farmers market and stock up! This quick, simple side dish is a perfect complement to any meal....


    White Balsamic Blueberry, Corn and Feta Salad

    6 reviews

    I'm not typically a huge fan of summer corn, but when it comes to this sweet, salty, refreshing salad, I...


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    Miso-Buttered Succotash

    3 reviews

    The miso paste in this super simple and healthy canned vegetable recipe gives depth and a hint of...


    Honey Roasted Heirloom Potatoes

    They are colorful, salty and sweet! These are a yummy spin on the typical mashed potatoes that take a spot...


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    Whether you try it baked with a crunchy topping or served straight from the slow cooker, this is a great...


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    Spice up your salads with these fun and fresh ideas that will bring much-needed texture, color and flavor to a...


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