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Side Dishes

Welcome to my Side Dishes collection! If you've ever wondered what to serve alongside your main meal, you're in the right place. These easy, budget-friendly recipes will help you round out any dinner with delicious, simple sides your family will love.

From hearty Potatoes & Starches to flavorful Rice & Side Dishes, fresh Salads, and easy Vegetable Sides, there's something for every meal. Whether you need a quick weeknight side or something a little extra for a holiday feast, I've got you covered.

Some of my favorite side dishes include Broccoli Cauliflower Salad, a fresh and flavorful option packed with crisp veggies, and Garlic Mashed Potatoes, creamy, buttery, and perfect for any meal. If you're looking for a quick and easy side, Microwave Potatoes are a simple way to get soft, fluffy potatoes in minutes.

Take a look around and find the perfect side to complete your next meal!

Salads

  • Beans, rice, and spices are cooked together in a rice cooker, then used to make a burrito bowl with tomatoes, avocado, shredded chicken, and leafy greens.
    Rice Cooker Burrito Bowls (Easy Dump-and-Go Dinner)
  • 10-Min Mediterranean Bowls
  • A wooden spoon is holding Mediterranean Orzo Salad.
    Mediterranean Orzo Salad
  • A mason jar full of kiwi citrus salad dressing.
    Kiwi Citrus Dressing
  • Spinach salad with bacon and chopped hard boiled egg.
    Classic Spinach Salad
  • Classic vinaigrette salad dressing in a mason jar.
    Classic Vinaigrette Dressing
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Vegetable Side Dishes

  • Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
  • Easy Oven Roasted Asparagus
  • Frying pan with chopped zucchini, corn and tomatoes
    Zucchini Corn Tomato Skillet
  • Lemon Garlic Broccolini
  • Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes
  • lemon garlic broccoli on a plate
    Lemon Garlic Broccoli
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Potatoes & Starches Side Dishes

  • Cheesy mashed potato casserole in a large baking dish.
    Mashed Potato Casserole
  • Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • a bowl of garlic mashed potatoes
    Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Closeup of microwaved potatoes with garlic dressing
    Easy Microwave Potatoes
  • Russet potatoes in an air fryer basket.
    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
  • Air fryer crispy baby potatoes.
    Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes
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Rice Side Dishes

  • Egg fried rice with leftover broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots in a skillet.
    Leftover Fried Rice, Veggies and Eggs
  • One Pot Rice, Peppers and Peas
  • a pot of cajun rice
    Cajun Rice
  • Close up of broccoli cheese casserole
    Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole
  • Cilantro lime rice in a bowl with spoons.
    Cilantro Lime Rice
  • A bowl with cheddar broccoli rice and two spoons.
    Cheddar Broccoli Rice
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For something a little sweet, Roasted Brown Sugar Carrots are an easy roasted veggie side with caramelized flavor, while Sautéed Green Beans make a fresh, quick addition to any plate. And if you're in the mood for a hearty rice dish, Cajun Rice brings bold, spicy flavors, while Garlic Butter Rice is rich, savory, and goes with just about anything.

FAQS

What are the best side dishes for a family dinner?

Some of the best family-friendly side dishes include Easy Seasoned Roasted Potatoes, Cheddar Broccoli Rice, and Honey Garlic Butter Carrots. These recipes are easy to make, budget-friendly, and pair well with a variety of main dishes like Baked Bone-In Chicken, pan fried steak, or Slow Cooker Meals.

What are easy side dishes for a weeknight dinner?

If you're short on time, try my Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables, Baked Brown Sugar Baby Carrots, or my six air fryer side dishes roundup. These side dishes take minimal prep and cook quickly, making them perfect for busy weeknights.

What vegetables make good side dishes?

My favorites include Brussels sprouts because they get crispy crunchy in the oven, green beans because kids love them, carrots, and potatoes (have you tried my smashed potatoes yet? so good!). Roasting, steaming, or sautéing them with olive oil, garlic, and simple seasonings enhances their natural flavors and makes them a delicious addition to any meal.

What side dishes go well with chicken?

Some of the best side dishes for Chicken Recipes include Lemon Garlic Broccolini, Crispy Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Cheesey Broccoli Rice Casserole, and Strawberry Spinach Salad. These options add variety and balance to baked, grilled, or slow-cooked chicken dishes.

What are some healthy side dish ideas?

Healthy side dishes include Quinoa Salad, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Cauliflower, and Greek Cucumber Salad. These are packed with nutrients while still being delicious and easy to prepare.

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Potatoes & Starches Side Dishes
Rice Side Dishes
Salads
Vegetable Side Dishes
  • Cranberry Jello Salad
  • a bowl of broccoli cauliflower salad
    Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
  • Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
  • Round bread with a slice cut off
    Dutch Oven Bread (No Kneading)
  • 18 Quick + Easy Summer Side Dishes
  • A mason jar with greek salad dressing inside and a salad with tomatoes and cucumbers behind it.
    Greek Salad Dressing Recipe
  • baking sheet with roasted carrots
    Roasted Brown Sugar Carrots
  • A bowl of strawberry jello fluff salad recipe surrounded by fresh strawberries.
    Strawberry Fluff Salad
  • A big bowl of strawberry spinach salad topped with feta and crumbled bacon
    Strawberry Spinach Salad
  • 6 bowls with homemade croutons, all with different flavors
    Easy Homemade Croutons (6 Flavors)
  • close up of broccoli florets with slices of lemon
    Air Fryer Lemon Parmesan Broccoli
  • Sliced crispy pan fried zucchini
    Crispy Pan Fried Zucchini
  • A bowl of hawaiian macaroni pasta salad
    Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
  • Two sweet potato taco bowl recipes with a bowl of dressing, and sliced limes.
    Sweet Potato Taco Bowl
  • Crab Stuffed Zucchini
  • Cucumber Shrimp Salad with Greek Yogurt
  • High Protein Egg Salad with Cottage Cheese
  • A stack of cornbread pieces drizzled with honey
    Super Easy Cornbread
  • Cast iron skillet with sauteed green beans and a wood spatula.
    Sauteed Green Beans
  • Baked Honey Cinnamon Carrots
  • Sheet Pan Roasted Potatoes, Beans and Carrots
  • Close up of chopped cooked carrots some charred, with a spinkle of garlic and fresh parsley
    Honey Garlic Butter Carrots
  • Half of a roasted squash with creamy garlic parmesan sauce inside and a fork
    Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash
  • Roasted Cauliflower
  • A batch of mason jar salads
    6 Healthy Mason Jar Salad Ideas
  • Garlic Potatoes and Green Beans
  • A bowl of tomato basil butter beans with two crusty baguette slices.
    Tomato and Basil Butter Beans
  • Ground Beef Stuffed Zucchini Boats
  • Roasted Butternut Squash
  • A bowl of kale chickpea salad
    Kale Quinoa Chickpea Salad
  • A bowl of homemade salsa with tomatoes, cilantro, chips and jalapeno beside.
    5-Minute Homemade Salsa
  • baking sheet with spatula and roasted brussels sprouts
    Roasted Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
  • A large bowl of mediterranean white bean salad with a wood spoon
    Mediterranean White Bean Salad
  • a plate of honey balsamic brussels sprouts
    Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
  • Balsamic Asparagus and Parmesan
    Balsamic Asparagus & Tomatoes
  • A slice of jiffy corn casserole
    Jiffy Corn Casserole
  • Stuffing muffins on a rack with a kitchen towel behind.
    Stuffing Muffins
  • Six different homemade salad dressings in small jars surrounded by colorful fresh fruits and vegetables
    6 Healthy Homemade Salad Dressings
  • A white bowl of avocado corn salad with tomatoes and cilantro.
    Corn Tomato Avocado Salad
  • A bowl of creamy macaroni salad with celery, pickles, and eggs
    Classic Macaroni Salad

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