Side dish recipes

For a delicious fall side dish, roast pumpkin wedges in a glaze made with real maple syrup and freshly squeezed lemon juice, with red pepper flakes for a hint of heat,...

Add grated cheddar and dill to mashed potatoes for a great side dish for a holiday dinner. The cheese will make the mashed potatoes chewy and creamy, while the dill, with its refreshingly spicy aroma,...

These delicious, fluffy, and soft potato buns with cheddar are perfect for holidays and special occasion dinners. They're literally loaded with cheese: grated sharp cheddar is added to both the dough and...

Bake these four-leaf clover scones for St. Patrick's Day, as a snack, or just for good luck. These scones with cheddar and chives are incredibly flavorful,...

Grated cheddar and freshly ground black pepper infuse these biscuits with incredible aroma and flavor. They're golden and crispy on top, deliciously flaky and soft on the inside. Perfect...

Broccolini is roasted in the oven at a high temperature until charred but still juicy and vibrant green, and served with a sweet and spicy Asian-inspired sauce. Excellent...

Even if you only have cabbage, you can make a delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with roast pork, corned beef, or steak. Simply cut the head of cabbage into wedges, brush...

This roasted vegetable side dish is made entirely in the microwave and is perfect for everyday meals or holidays when the oven is busy. Butternut squash is baked with tomatoes,...

Anthoxanthins (not to be confused with anthocyanins, found in red, blue, and purple fruits and vegetables) are responsible for the white and creamy-yellow colors of vegetables. They are known for their antioxidant...

This warm salad features roasted cauliflower and bell peppers with fresh celery and greens in a sweet-tart lemon-maple dressing. A touch of chopped hazelnuts...

Cauliflower absorbs any sauce perfectly. Bake the florets with butter and store-bought vodka pasta sauce, then sprinkle it all with crispy breadcrumbs and serve with...

Creamy and hearty, this cauliflower and white bean puree is bursting with flavor thanks to fresh rosemary and Parmesan. To cut down on prep time, use...

These cauliflower steaks are perfect as a side dish, but they're also meaty and filling enough to be the highlight of your meal. Serve as an appetizer, according to this recipe...

Make a delicious Italian-style side dish with regular carrots, store-bought pesto, and ricotta. Simply roast the carrots until crisp and serve with the sauce and ricotta. The combination of sweet...

Snow pea pods are so tender that they can be eaten whole fresh. They're a great companion to grated carrots in an Asian salad. Dress the vegetables with store-bought Asian dressing and, for a crispy crunch...

Red potato skins are rich in beneficial micronutrients and fiber, so there's no need to peel them for this salad. Wash them thoroughly with a brush and boil them along with the carrots.

Cucumber raita is an Indian side dish made with fresh cucumbers, herbs, and natural yogurt, served with any Indian dish. It's refreshing, cooling, and delicious, especially if...

Combine fresh and pickled cucumbers with dill and a tart vinaigrette for a refreshing salad that pairs perfectly with grilled or baked meats. Dill...

Damaris Phillips's recipe for this refreshing salad was inspired by the Mint Julep. It has everything you need for a classic Southern cocktail: whiskey, sugar, and fresh mint. The cucumbers are marinated for several hours in a quick...

This salad of smashed cucumbers, radishes, mint, and red onion in a lemony za'atar dressing is incredibly refreshing with a hint of spice. Before slicing, lightly beat the cucumbers...

This carrot salad with dried apricots and pistachios in a tart vinaigrette is meant to be a side dish, but it also pairs perfectly with roast lamb and pita bread, for example. It's important to...

This cucumber salad is the perfect side dish for grilled or barbecued meat. The cucumbers, in a sour cream dressing with fresh dill and a touch of red wine vinegar, are incredibly flavorful...

The natural umami flavor of eryngii mushrooms, combined with a savory red wine sauce, makes this dish very similar to steak, only without the meat. Eringii mushrooms, also known as king oyster mushrooms, are...

These crispy potato slices require just a couple of tablespoons of oil to cook in the oven, making them a healthier alternative to homemade French fries or chips. They can also be...

Classic flaky biscuits acquire a sweet flavor and aroma when cornmeal is added to the dough. To achieve their characteristic flaky texture, it's important to use a strong...

Yorkshire pudding is a classic British side dish, typically served with roast beef or any other meat in a thick gravy. A liquid batter made from milk, flour, and eggs is poured into a hot pan and...

A mixture of white and red new potatoes is baked in olive oil with Provencal herbs for a delicious and beautiful side dish for chicken or meat, prepared without any fuss. The new...

To make delicious potato bowls, cut boiled jacket potatoes in half, scoop out the pulp from the centers, and bake the skins until crispy. All that's left to do is fill...

These ricotta gnocchi are a delicious cheesy alternative to traditional potato gnocchi. Instead of potatoes, the dough is filled with a generous helping of whole-milk ricotta and a touch of Parmesan cheese for extra...

Crispy baked potatoes with garlicky spinach make a wonderful side dish for any meal. After adding the spinach to the potatoes, return everything to the oven for just a minute to wilt the greens, but not...

Green beans are the perfect vegetable side dish for any meat or fish. They're light, delicious, easy to prepare, and look festive when served. To make a delicious side dish without the hassle, boil...

This bread filling with pineapple chunks is almost like a dessert, perfect for enjoying during a meal (or even after, if you prefer). We added a touch of vanilla because it pairs well with pineapple.

"Growing up in the northeastern United States, seafood, particularly oysters, was always on our table," recalls recipe author Jerome Grant. "This recipe is a great way to add..."

This versatile bread stuffing recipe with apples, celery, and onions makes the perfect side dish for turkey or chicken. Instead of store-bought bread stuffing mix, you can use...

"It may seem odd that the dish symbolizes an idealized and commercialized version of Thanksgiving, but these flavors—the richness of the wild bird, the tangy sweetness of the cranberry, the brightness...

Turmeric is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it's a wonderful spice that adds a spicy flavor and a pleasant yellow hue to dishes. Include it in your diet...

This fragrant cornbread is almost like a side dish, with a whole bouquet of fragrant greens and corn kernels that add texture, richness, and sweetness. It's delicious on its own, but...

Juicy young carrot tops look so delicious that it's a shame to throw them away, but despite being edible, they're difficult to make into anything truly worthwhile. Chimichurri sauce – like...

If you're preparing a German-style dinner, there's no better side dish than potato salad. While most potato salads are served chilled, this version is best eaten...

Young asparagus is the perfect side dish for Easter or any other spring holiday table. For this quick, warm salad, blanched asparagus is dressed with hot olive oil and...

"I took the classic Waldorf salad and made it fresher (and more Italian!) by turning it into a panzanella and adding arugula and fennel," shares Giada De Laurentiis. The salad's delicious flavor also...

These vegetarian patties are made with walnuts and rolled oats. They're a great alternative to mushrooms when you're craving something new. The flavor is rich, spicy, and slightly sweet.

These smoky cabbage steaks are perfect as a vegetable side dish, but they're also hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian main dish when paired with grains or...

Radicchio is a robust lettuce whose bitterness is enhanced by a quick grilling. Grill quarters of the lettuce until the outside is lightly charred, while...

Fresh, sweet summer corn is cooked barbecue-style in this recipe. Topped with a sweet-and-spicy seasoning and slathered in tangy barbecue sauce, the corn is coated with a delicious...

The common green onion you usually sprinkle on cooked dishes becomes the main ingredient in this recipe. Sauté it in a small amount of cream and garlic until tender...

This side dish is made with a mix of hearty greens—chard, kale, and spinach. The greens are simmered in a creamy, herb-infused sauce, resulting in a tender, juicy, and fiber-rich side dish that...

Creamed corn is a popular side dish in American cuisine, most often purchased canned. This recipe brings out the rich flavor of homemade creamed corn and...

This casserole is made with shredded Brussels sprouts, tossed with melty cheese, and baked under a crispy panko topping. Quickly shred...

Escarole is a tender leafy green that many underestimate. Simply sautéing it in a pan for a few minutes softens the leaves while preserving their vitamins. In...