Which of these 15 side dishes will you love most?

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Side dishes don’t have to be boring! This lineup of 15 recipes is packed with flavor and fun. Whether you’re a picky eater or a foodie, there’s something here to satisfy your cravings. Get ready to discover your new go-to side dish and impress your dinner guests!

Mexican Macaroni Salad in a bowl.
Mexican Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Layered Salad

A layered salad in a clear glass trifle bowl on a wooden board, with peas, lettuce, and red tomatoes, next to a floral patterned cloth.
Layered Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Get ready to wow the crowd with this showstopping layered salad! Crisp lettuce, colorful veggies, and savory bacon are layered to perfection and topped with a creamy dressing. It’s sure to be a hit!
Get the Recipe: Layered Salad

Orange Rice

Bowl of rice with chopped celery and orange slices on a wooden table.
Orange Rice. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all citrus lovers! This easy recipe for oven-baked orange rice is the perfect way to enjoy the bright flavor of oranges. The rice cooks up tender and fragrant, making it a delightful accompaniment to any meal.
Get the Recipe: Orange Rice

Surprise Potatoes

A casserole dish with shredded cheese and a wooden spoon.
Surprise Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Want to wow your dinner crew with a killer side dish? Grandma’s Surprise Potatoes are cheesy, creamy perfection that’ll vanish in seconds. Trust us, your guests will be begging for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Surprise Potatoes

Grape Salad

Grape Salad in clear bowl with green grapes in background.
Grape Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Forget fancy stuff, this grape salad rocks! It’s a breeze to make, packed with creamy deliciousness, and totally takes you back to good times.
Get the Recipe: Grape Salad

Cowboy Caviar

A bowl of bean and corn salad with diced avocado, red onion, tomatoes, and cilantro surrounded by tortilla chips.
Cowboy Caviar. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Sick of the same old potato salad? Give your potluck game a boost with Cowboy Caviar! This totally fresh bean and veggie mix is a game-changer. Perfect as a salad or as a dip for chips. Trust us, it’ll be the star of the party.
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar

Carrot Raisin Salad

A bowl of coleslaw with shredded carrots and raisins on a wooden surface, next to a red and white checkered cloth.
Carrot Raisin Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

This carrot raisin salad is super fresh and easy to make. Shredded carrots and cabbage get a sweet kick from plump raisins, and the whole thing comes together with a tangy lemon-mayo dressing.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Raisin Salad

Green Beans Almondine with Bacon

Green beans with bacon and almonds on a red plate.
Green Beans Almondine with Bacon. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Short on time but big on flavor? Our Green Bean Almondine is the perfect shortcut to sophistication. Creamy almonds, crispy bacon, and vibrant green beans – it’s a match made in heaven.
Get the Recipe: Green Beans Almondine with Bacon

Cabbage Apple Salad

Red cabbage slaw in a wooden bowl with a spoon.
Cabbage Apple Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Skip the complicated recipes This Cabbage Apple Salad is a guaranteed hit. Packed with crisp cabbage, juicy apples, and a zesty dressing, it’s a refreshing side dish that’s as easy as pie.
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Apple Salad

Mexican Macaroni Salad

Mexican Macaroni Salad in a bowl.
Mexican Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Skip the boring potluck salads and bring Grandma’s killer Mexican Macaroni Salad. It’s creamy, tasty, and super easy to make. Trust me, it’s a crowd-pleaser!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Macaroni Salad

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Three baked potatoes on a blue and white plate.
Stuffed Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ditch the delivery app, friends! We’re going old school with these Stuffed Baked Potatoes Creamy mashed potatoes, melty cheese – these babies are the ultimate BBQ side dish. Plus, they’re super easy to whip up, so you can spend more less time in the kitchen. Win-win!
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Sweet Potato Puffs

A plate with a bite out of a sweet potato puff.
Sweet Potato Puffs. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ready to wow your crowd? Our Sweet Potato Puffs are the ultimate side dish. With a golden, cornflake-coated crunch and a sweet potato center, they’re irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Puffs

Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash

Air fryer zucchini and squash on a blue plate.
Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Craving a light and delicious side for your BBQ? Look no further than these air-fryer zucchini and squash bites! Simply seasoned and perfectly crispy, they’re sure to be a hit.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash

Mexican Corn Salad

Mexican corn salad in bowls, garnished with parmesan cheese and lime wedges, with forks on the side.
Mexican Corn Salad. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Ditch the grill, keep the taste! This Mexican Corn Salad is your shortcut to street corn bliss. Creamy, spicy, and cheesy – it’s the ultimate summer side dish.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Corn Salad

Baked Beans

A close up image of Homemade BBQ Baked Beans in a black pan with a spoon.
Baked Beans. Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen.

These slow-cooked beans are the ultimate comfort food. Bacon, onion, and garlic add flavor to a sweet and tangy sauce, then everything bakes together until thick, rich, and perfect.
Get the Recipe: Baked Beans

Amish Macaroni Salad

Bowl of Amish macaroni salad with some on a spoon.
Amish Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Craving a killer macaroni salad? Look no further! This Amish recipe is creamy, flavorful, and so easy, you’ll wonder why you ever bought it from the store.
Get the Recipe: Amish Macaroni Salad

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