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Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Most nights, side dishes are an afterthought to me that never makes it past the brainstorming stage because there’s just too much going on with our family. Maybe I can open a can of green beans and throw them in the microwave? However, when I have the time, and especially when it’s holiday time, side dish recipes are my jam!

Some are so quick and easy you can throw them together in no time, like oven roasted asparagus. Others are long-time comfort food favorites (You bow to no one, Mashed Potatoes!). And my children are actually very good at eating their veggies when I serve them one of these dishes. So please check out my vegetable and side dish recipes!

Sautéed Carrots and Shallots with Thyme from The Food Charlatan
A wooden bowl filled with creamy spinach dip topped with Parmesan shavings, served with a slice of rustic bread and a wedge of lemon on the side.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Creamed Spinach Recipe

A pile of fresh, evenly diced orange butternut squash pieces spread out on a wooden cutting board.

Kitchen Basics

Step by Step Guide to Cutting a Butternut Squash (Safely)

close up showing the detail of Mexican rice cooked in a super flavorful tomato sauce.

Mexican/Tex Mex Recipes

Mexican Rice Better than a Restaurant

Italian Tortellini and Pepperoni Pasta Salad from The Food Charlatan

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad

Classic Deviled Eggs from The Food Charlatan

Easter Recipes

Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe

thanksgiving stuffing in a white dish with a spoon, over head

Holidays & Events

Best Thanksgiving Stuffing

A close-up of a piece of cornbread with a pat of melting butter on top, as honey from a honey dipper drizzles over it, capturing the essence of a delicious cornbread recipe.

Breads, Muffins & Rolls

Sweet and Moist Cornbread Recipe

Close-up of crispy cornbread stuffing with chunks of golden bread, pieces of cooked bacon, diced celery, herbs, and a sprig of fresh sage. The dish looks savory and well-seasoned.

Christmas Recipes

Cornbread Stuffing with Bacon

Close-up of creamy funeral potatoes, topped with a golden, crispy layer of cornflakes, showing a crunchy texture and melted cheese.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Funeral Potatoes (Cheesy Potato Casserole)

Mandarin Orange Ambrosia Salad from The Food Charlatan

Dessert

Best Recipe for Ambrosia Fruit Salad

Ultra Creamy, Cheesy, MAKE AHEAD Mashed Potatoes from The Food Charlatan

Easter Recipes

Ina Garten Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Make Ahead Green Beans with Garlic Bread Crumbs and Almonds from The Food Charlatan

Christmas Recipes

Make Ahead Green Beans with Garlic Bread Crumbs and Almonds

close up picture of spoonful of broccoli bacon salad with cranberry

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Easy Broccoli Bacon Salad Recipe

Roasted Carrots with Dill from The Food Charlatan

Easter Recipes

Roasted Carrots with Dill

red, white, and yellow onions stacked in a basket on the wall with dried thyme hanging next to it.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

How to Cut an Onion

Indian flatbread stacked and folded over

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Roti – The Best Buttery Indian Flatbread

cold noodles with sesame sauce mixed with several vegetables in ceramic bowl.

Recipes for Dinner

Easy Sesame Noodles with Spring Veggies

thai cucumber salad with cucumbers, shallots, red pepper, and cilantro in a wooden bowl

Salad Recipes

Thai Cucumber Salad (for Chicken Satay)

glass bowl of fruit salad with kiwi, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, mango, and more.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

The Very Best Fruit Salad

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Appetizers, Dips & Snacks

Easy Cheese Sauce

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Pasta

The BEST Mac N Cheese

Close up of cooked white rice with parsley and a fork.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

How to Cook Rice on the Stove

Close-up of green beans almondine garnished with lemon wedges, sliced almonds, and lemon zest. The beans appear glossy and their vibrant colors suggest they are freshly prepared.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Lemon Almond Green Beans

a metal fork digging in to a close up shot of green cilantro lime rice with cilantro garnish.

Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Better Than Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice

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