Side dish recipes

If you love crumbled potatoes with toppings but don't want to wait an hour for them to bake in the oven, this recipe is for you. The potatoes are steamed and fluffy in just minutes...

This classic American casserole is made entirely in the microwave with fresh spinach, which retains its rich, vibrant green color after a brief heating. Toss it with a creamy sauce,...

To make this stunning holiday side dish, all you need is carrots, a little butter, a teaspoon of sugar, and fresh thyme. The carrots turn out glossy and look delicious when...

With this recipe, your brown rice will always be perfectly and evenly cooked. The main rule: don't peek under the lid. Once the rice is cooked, let it steam for a few more minutes under the lid, and the result...

This oven-baked zucchini recipe is incredibly simple, but the addition of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and fresh thyme makes the zucchini incredibly flavorful and perfect...

Oven-baked corn is much tastier than boiled corn. And with this simple recipe, it's just as easy. Bake the cobs directly in the husks, after removing the "hair" and...

This recipe is inspired by traditional Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine. It combines mashed potatoes and turkey bread stuffing for a comforting and delicious dish. For this...

Make delicious, crispy French fries from scratch, not from frozen. The secret to a crispy exterior and soft center is double-frying. The cut potatoes should be...

This summer side dish is packed with all the flavors of a classic stuffed baked potato without the need to turn on the oven or heat up the kitchen. Tender red potatoes are tossed with tart...

This warm baked potato salad has all the ingredients of a classic stuffed baked potato: plenty of cheese, salty bacon bits, creamy sour cream, and green onions. The perfect side dish...

You don't even need to chop baby lettuce and endive for this salad. Simply separate the heads into leaves and toss them with the other vegetables in a light sour cream and horseradish dressing. The highlight of this salad will be...

Every dish on a holiday table deserves a special touch, and a bread basket is no exception. Instead of regular bread, fill it with soft, homemade buns that will wow your guests.

If you decide to grill broccoli, don't separate the head into florets; instead, grill it with the stem, cutting it lengthwise into large pieces. The stem is just as nutritious as the rest of the broccoli...

Juicy green beans and creamy white cannellini meet in this salad, which will delight you with a combination of contrasting textures and a refreshing citrus flavor with a hint of zing from the red...

Stir-frying (stirring constantly) preserves snow peas' freshness, juiciness, and sweetness. Store-bought gong pao sauce (a blend of soy sauce, ginger, chili, and sesame...)

If you love pumpkin in savory dishes, this meat side dish recipe won't disappoint. This vibrant Middle Eastern-style ptitim side dish balances the natural sweetness of butternut squash and dates...

This vibrant rice gets its sunny color from saffron. Saffron is an expensive spice, but when used correctly, you only need a tiny amount. It imparts a unique flavor and...

Corn tortillas made with boiling water are a popular dish among African Americans and in the American South. Made with just a few ingredients and fried in fat rather than baked, they're more like...

Fresh dill and sour cream transform a simple summer salad into something cool, creamy, and refreshing. Try this classic cucumber salad with black bread and smoked salmon, or as a...

This salad is made with red potatoes. Their skins are so thin that there's no need to peel them before cooking, and their red skins make them look even more festive...

This simplified biscuits recipe eliminates the need for rolling and cutting dough. Simply spoon it into mounds and bake. The buns will be just as delicious and flaky, and thanks to...

Enjoy the delicious combination of sweet honeydew melon and peppery arugula in this luscious salad, dressed with a light dressing of melon puree, fresh herbs, and mayonnaise. You can use any...

Sweet potato slices are tossed with honey and ancho chili pepper, infusing them with a rich, savory-sweet flavor after baking. Top the finished wedges with a small pinch of grated cheddar and serve as a side dish...

Carrots are simmered in hoisin sauce, infusing it with sweet and savory flavors, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds crunch and a subtle nutty flavor. A perfect side dish for stir-fried...

The most appetizing part of Yorkshire pudding is the cavity in the center, which can be filled with sauce or gravy and enjoyed. To create this cavity, the batter is poured into a well-heated...

These miniature, fluffy, knot-shaped buns with an incredibly spicy aroma are hard to resist. Garlic knots first appeared in New York pizzerias and are made with the same dough as...

These crispy baguette slices can be served as an appetizer with dip or in place of bread with soup. To prepare, simply brush the baguette slices with butter, sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs, and toast...

Italian grissini breadsticks are a great appetizer for any occasion. They can be baked for guests to snack on while they wait for the festive dinner, or served with dipping sauces at a house party.

Tofu and vegetable skewers are a quick and delicious summer grilling dish. Using a variety of seasonal vegetables (zucchini, squash, bell peppers, red onions) and a zesty herb marinade,...

This recipe combines two steakhouse favorites—potatoes and chimichurri sauce—to create a vegetarian dish that even meat lovers will love.

This recipe combines two beloved American Thanksgiving dishes: sweet potato pie and twice-baked potatoes. The baked sweet potato is cut in half, the flesh is scooped out,...

Make this quick, beautiful pizza using store-bought dough. It'll save you time and make the process truly enjoyable. It only takes a few minutes to grill the pizza crust, and...

Common throughout the Middle East and the Mediterranean, pita bread is traditionally baked at high temperatures in a tandoor (clay oven). It's incredibly versatile and is served with kebabs, falafel,...

Acorn squash grilled rib-style. Topped with a delicious, sweet-and-savory maple glaze, it makes a perfect side dish for a fall barbecue. Serve sprinkled with pumpkin seeds, which...

Warm blanched green beans in flavorful oil with sautéed smoked ham and onions for a delicious side dish for roast beef or turkey. The beans should remain juicy and slightly...

Garlic and rosemary roasted in olive oil infuse simple green beans with a wonderfully savory flavor, while bread crumbs toasted with red pepper add just the right amount of crunch. The result is...

This simple and healthy salad is easy to make. Juicy green beans, oranges, grapefruit, fresh herbs, hot peppers, and almonds complement each other perfectly in a sweet-tart vinaigrette...

Mushrooms are great fresh in salads, especially as in this recipe: paired with blanched green beans, shallots, and candied walnuts in a refreshing lemon dressing.

Green beans baked in a flavorful mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions, are a traditional side dish for Thanksgiving turkey in the United States. And, although the modern market...

Give Mexican nachos a Greek twist: replace the corn chips with pita chips and top with hummus and a Greek salad—cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and feta.

Zucchini has a neutral flavor, making it a perfect pairing with bold sauces. Make this delicious summer appetizer by grilling the vegetables and tossing them with a sauce made with tart chow mein relish...

This recipe is a fresh take on potato salad. A vinaigrette with Dijon mustard makes it lighter, pleasantly tart, and refreshing. This vibrant salad is made with a blend of purple,...

Apples are a rather unexpected ingredient in salsa verde, a green salsa made with tomatillos and chili peppers. The fruit is baked alongside the vegetables, enhancing the sweetness of the baked tomatillos. This sauce is made with...

This aromatic Mexican salsa perfectly combines the smoky flavor of unpeeled roasted tomatoes with the mild heat of serrano peppers and the refreshing aroma of cilantro. Whether you're using a blender or...

Sweet and spicy baked butternut squash is a perfect side dish for both holidays and everyday meals. To make it as delicious as possible with minimal ingredients, use...

This pasta salad with artichokes, roasted bell peppers, tomatoes, and olives looks like it came straight from a small French bistro. Stock your pantry with canned vegetables, and you can...

Orzo pasta with fragrant green onions, parsley, and dill makes a wonderful side dish for any meat, chicken, or fish dish. It's delicious served hot or cold, and is perfect for...

Orzo pasta is made with fresh herbs, zucchini, and crumbled feta to create a complete vegetarian meal or side dish that's delicious served hot or at room temperature.

Orecchiette pasta is dressed with a sweet and spicy garlic olive oil and topped with toasted bread crumbs. Combined with grated Parmesan cheese, the garlic dressing infuses the pasta with complex flavor and...