Boost your main dish to new heights with these 31 amazing sides that will impress! Side dishes shouldn’t be thought of as just extras but as the secret ingredient to making your meal unforgettable. So, why not grab your apron and get creative in the kitchen? With the help of these delicious sides, you’ll have your guests asking for seconds in no time!
25 Minute Black Bean Burger
Think you’re strapped for time? You won’t believe what these quick 25-minute Black Bean Burgers can add to your meal! They have this meaty texture that is robust yet subtle, perfect to highlight your main dish. These burgers uplift the taste game without stealing your main’s thunder.
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Egg Casserole – Make Ahead Breakfast
Our Egg Casserole isn’t just a hearty breakfast, it’s a handy side with many mains. The best part – it perfectly complements the flavors of your main dish without trying to overshadow it. Now that’s a supportive sidekick your main will be proud to have!
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Air Fryer Glazed Carrots
Bring the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch to your main dish with the help of our Air Fryer Glazed Carrots. Their taste subtly enhances your main dish without outdoing it. You’ll love how they make your main dish stand out even more.
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Hashbrown Casserole
Our Hashbrown Casserole is like the best friend every main dish wishes it had. Its appeal lies in its uncomplicated nature, harmonizing with any main course without taking over the taste narrative. So, when you want to amplify your main dish’s appeal in the most heartwarming way possible, never underestimate the quiet power of a good hashbrown casserole.
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Sweet Potato Fritters
Ever thought about adding a sweet, crispy twist to your meal? Sweet Potato Fritters might be the answer. You get the perfect balance with every bite, and it’s hard not to fall in love with this treat. It takes your dining experience to a new level without stealing the spotlight from your main course.
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Waldorf Salad
Here’s a side that brings a refreshing mix – our Waldorf Salad. This blend of crunchy and creamy ingredients naturally complements the flavors of your main star, allowing it to shine even brighter. Its light, vibrant nature elevates your meal, creating a flavourful journey in your mouth. Plus, with its diverse ingredients, the salad appeals to a broad spectrum of palates. Your main dish remains the star, but this site will remain in the memories of your guests.
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Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Sauce is a taste revolution waiting to happen on your dinner table. It packs sweet and zesty flavors, effortlessly enhancing the flavors of your main attraction. Think of it as an edible accessory to all sorts of dishes, making them even more enjoyable. Yet, its strong taste never overshadows your main parader; instead, it works to amplify their grandeur. Talk about a fireworks display of flavors, right?
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Easy Flatbread Pizza
An Easy Flatbread
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Pumpkin Spiced Muffins
How about inviting a little autumn ambiance to the dinner table with Pumpkin Spiced Muffins? These muffins exude a warm charm that politely and effectively amplifies your main dish. Your guests will appreciate your efforts to add that extra touch. So go ahead and pop these in your oven before the guests arrive.
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Breakfast Potatoes
Breakfast Potatoes, with their wonderful aroma and engaging flavors, qualify as one of the best sidekicks your main dish could have. The combination of earthly potatoes and intriguing spices excited the taste buds, readying them to appreciate the main star fully. So, these amazing Breakfast Potatoes can do the magic when you’re looking to bring extra smiles to your table.
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Spaghetti Marinara
How can you go wrong with a good old plate of Spaghetti Marinara, right? Its slightly tangy, sweet sauce twirled around a nicely cooked pasta is a classic side that can refine any meal. But even with its abundant flavor profile, it’s careful not to overpower your main dish. So, never underestimate this classic that can transform a decent meal into a fantastic one.
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Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
Add our Thai Sweet Chili Sauce to your side dishes if you’re ready to turn the flavor dial-up. Despite the robust flavors, it magnifies your main dish without overpowering it. This sauce is the vibrant color splash so many meals need, adding an unexpected but welcome twist that your guests will truly appreciate.
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Vegan Ratatouille
Vegan Ratatouille- it’s hearty, savory, and just what your main course needs to shine! As indulgent as it may be, it never overshadows your main dish. Just like a great background dancer who supports but lets the lead dancer shine!
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Stuffed Peppers
Greet your guests with the vibrant, aromatic Stuffed Peppers as one of your side dishes. Every bite of these delicious creations pops with flavor, becoming an exciting partner to your main attraction. So, when you’re open to experimenting, trust these stuffed peppers to ramp up the excitement quotient of your meal.
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Veggie Burger
Veggie Burgers! Health-conscious and taste-conscious guests will appreciate this noticeable effort to cater to their diverse tastes. They offer an amazing balance, and that’s what makes everyone fall for them. So when serving your star main attraction, remember that a Veggie Burger on the side could also add to the meal’s enjoyment.
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Sweet Potato Tacos
Sweet Potato Tacos are the flavorful sidekick that your main dish will adore! They give a unique yet complementary taste to your main course that takes your meal from ordinary to fantastic! And even with their flair, the main dish always remains the star.
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Penne Alla Vodka
Who wouldn’t enjoy the creaminess of Penne Alla Vodka as a side dish, right? Its rich, smooth sauce swirled around tender penne could turn any ordinary meal into a fine dining experience. But don’t worry, it’s not here to outshine your main dish; it’s here to map out a wonderful backdrop.
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Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet Potato Fries put a quirky spin on regular fries, and trust me, your main dish will thank you for it. They are the under-the-radar hit that nudges your main dish into unforgettable territory. So when you’re in a generous mood and want culinary happiness, these sweet potato fries have your back.
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Baked Brie
Our Baked Brie’s creamy texture is bound to add a silky touch that your main course will appreciate. Its mild indulgence highlights the taste of most mains without stealing the show. Just the right partner that lets your main dish maintain its spotlight!
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Vegetable Stir Fry
Vegetable Stir Fry could be the vibrant touch that your main plate craves. Its crispy bite and colorful appearance accentuate the main attraction. Like a rainbow that makes a sunny sky more beautiful, the sun still takes the spotlight!
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Flour Tortilla
A fun way to engage your guests is to serve Flour Tortillas with your main dish. It conforms to the taste of your main course and provides an opportunity for various flavors to express themselves. It’s the perfect support act that allows your main dish to take center stage in its full glory. So, have fun picking out your favorite fillings, and start rolling them up!
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7 Layer Salad
With our 7 7-layer salad on your plate, your main course will always be complemented correctly. This side adds a refreshing crunch to your meal, balances out heavier mains, and allows the main attraction to shine more radiantly.
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Baked Potato
Our Baked Potato with all the optional dressings is the edible canvas your main course deserves. Notably, it tweaks the taste experience to suit your preference without complimenting your main attraction. It’s your trusty companion in the culinary world, capable of elevating every meal it accompanies.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
The Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is a creamy delight waiting to be paired with your main meal. The star of the dish? Its rich flavor lifts your main course instead of outshining it. Trust me, the balanced profile it brings to your table will be loved and lauded.
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Refried Beans
Who doesn’t love the hearty and earthy taste of Refried Beans? The best part is that they perfectly marry with almost any main dish enhancing its flavor profile. So, allow these subtle culinary heroes to amplify your main course next time. The result will be nothing short of genius in each bite!
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Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed Mushrooms bring that burst of flavor your main dish has been waiting for! Not too overpowering but robust enough to leave a lasting impression. They amplify your main dish and make the overall meal experience memorable.
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Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-comforting, Scalloped Potatoes can be that luxurious touch your main dish craves. Their tantalizing taste pairs well with various mains, without overpowering them. They could be the perfect aide to upgrade your main dish’s flavor.
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Almond Flour Pancakes
Sugar, spice, and all things nice, that’s what these Almond Flour Pancakes are about. Their sweet, nutty flavor lifts up your main dish without stealing its thunder. Your main dish firmly holds the spotlight in this delicious dance of flavors.
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Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole
The Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole is more than just a power-packed side. It subtly sprinkles warm, comforting flavors onto your main dish. Despite being high on flavor, it ensures your main dish’s flavors take center stage.
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Baked Oatmeal
Baked Oatmeal is the secret weapon every main dish would love to be paired with. Its subtly sweet and wholesome flavors transform your main course into a star without being too flashy. It’s all about balancing the flavors, right?
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Penne Arrabiata
Fire up your meal by pairing your main course with Penne Arrabiata. Its spicy tang enlivens your main dish, giving it the boost it needs. But rest assured it won’t take away your main’s limelight. Instead, it’ll only sprinkle some extra magic on it.
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