Spicy Carrot Salad
Spicy carrot salad is a super flavorful spicy side dish. Carrots mild sweetness pairs well with the extra bold flavor of the fish sauce dressing.
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Side Dish
Creamy Potatoes and Leeks
Creamy leeks and potatoes with a crunchy crumb topping. This hearty and nutty casserole is cooked on your stovetop. I love the flavor of leeks and am lucky enough to grow them. Leeks have a milder flavor than onions, so they don’t overpower the flavor …
Roasted Acorn Squash
Roasted Acorn Squash is a side dish that is both stunning and tasty. This would be a fabulous addition to your holiday table. You can eat the skin of the acorn squash. The skin is really difficult to cut off the squash, so I just …
Cheese Spaetzle
Cheese spaetzle is cheesy goodness. Super quick skillet version with Gruyere/Swiss cheese and caramelized onions. This recipe brings back good memories of my childhood. Eating out a German restaurant with my family. With this spaetzle recipe you won’t need to leave a tip, but you …
Carrot and Cucumber Salad
Carrot and cucumber salad is a perfect side dish for your Asian meal. Super easy and keeps well in the fridge. What I loved best about this Carrot and Cucumber Salad is the flavor of sesame oil. Vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, cilantro, and garlic are …
Poblanos Rajas Cream and Corn
Poblanos Rajas Cream and Corn is a Mexican dish using roasted poblanos. It’s a great side dish but would be absolutely delicious as an appetizer with chips. A savory Mexican side dish made with roasted poblanos, onions, corn and crema. Char the chiles then peel …
Roasted Cauliflower-Mint Olive Sauce
Roasted cauliflower-mint olive sauce has a nice roasted texture with a tangy mint sauce. Pairs perfect with chicken or beef.
Skillet Corn with Mexican Chorizo
Skillet corn with Mexican chorizo is slightly spicy and the fresh corn brings a hint of sweet to balance this dish. Super quick on the stovetop for a tasty weeknight side dish. I served this with black bean and cheese quesadillas. I love fresh corn …
Za’atar Flatbread
Za’atar Flatbread is a savory bread, perfect for scooping up dips, sauces or fill it with grilled meats. Za’atar is a fantastic topping that is nutty, crunchy and so flavorful. It’s hard for me to not eat these right out of the oven! Just one …
Sauteed Broccoli with Raisins and Parmesan
Sauteed broccoli with raisins and Parmesan is crunchy, sweet and salty. The pepper flakes add a little heat. A delicious side dish for so many recipes.