Dish it up: 11 sides to steal the show at your next feast

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Dive into a world of delectable variety with our curated collection of 11 side dish recipes, each crafted to bring a unique and flavorful touch to your table. From hearty grains to refreshing salads, these diverse sides promise to enrich your dining experience with an array of enticing tastes and textures.

Creamy spinach orzo in a blue bowl with tomatoes nearby.
Creamy Spinach Orzo. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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

Indulge in the timeless comfort of these cheesy stuffed baked potatoes that are the perfect side dish for any meal.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Mexican Macaroni Salad

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

A delightful pasta salad featuring chopped vegetables and a taco seasoning dressing, this Mexican Macaroni Salad is sure to please as a side for any dish.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Macaroni Salad

Sweet Potato Puffs

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

Discover a whimsical and distinctive take on a timeless favorite through these charming sweet potato puffs. Encased in a crispy Corn Flake coating, they unveil a luscious, sweet interior, making them a delightful addition to any main dish.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Puffs

Creamy Spinach Orzo

Creamy spinach orzo in a blue bowl with tomatoes nearby.
Creamy Spinach Orzo. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Enjoy the versatility of orzo in this bright and pretty Creamy Spinach Orzo with tomatoes, offering a delightful side dish without a drop of cream in sight.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Spinach Orzo

Grape Salad

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

Dazzle your gathering with this refreshing Grape Salad recipe, destined to shine as a delightful side, leaving guests eagerly asking for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Grape Salad

Cornbread Stuffing

A dish of stuffing on a cutting board.
Cornbread Stuffing. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Turn this Homemade Cornbread Stuffing (Dressing) into a dinner staple, embracing its classic 1970s recipe that incorporates bacon, onions, and celery to achieve a flawless blend of flavor and crunch. It’s an ideal addition to your side dish selection for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Cornbread Stuffing

Mediterranean Rice

Mediterranean Rice in a black bowl on concrete.
Mediterranean Rice. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with onions, peppers, fresh herbs, and lemon, this flavorful and easy rice side dish is a quick fix in one pot, perfect for jazzing up any meal.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Rice

Surprise Potatoes

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

Impress with these easy-to-prepare Surprise Potatoes, combining frozen hashbrowns with cheese and other ingredients—an excellent choice for a side dish at any meal .
Get the Recipe: Surprise Potatoes

Cabbage Apple Salad

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

Combine red cabbage and Golden Delicious apples with a zesty dressing in this Cabbage Apple Salad, suitable for any season and a great side dish.
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Apple Salad

Roasted maple root vegetables

Roasted carrots, beets and Brussels sprouts on a tinfoil lined pan topped with sesame seeds.
Roasted maple root vegetables. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Tossed in a maple ginger dressing and roasted to caramelized perfection, these paleo-roasted root vegetables are a perfect side dish.
Get the Recipe: Roasted maple root vegetables

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.

Delight in the rich flavor of Green Beans Almondine with Bacon—a side dish that combines buttery and lemony notes, creating a perfect accompaniment for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Green Beans Almondine with Bacon

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