If that be a salad, vegetable sides, or a mac and cheese, these Side Dish Recipes are the perfect complement to any meal. Reader favorites include Italian Stuffed Artichokes, Japanese Quick Pickled Cucumbers and Lebanese Rice Pilaf With Vermicelli
A healthy and easy side dish recipe, your whole family will love this cinnamon-spiced roasted acorn squash drizzled in an addictive tahini lemon sauce. Christmas and Hanukkah are right around the corner – are you ready?? Don’t worry, I’m not …
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon is a simple, five-ingredient side dish recipe loaded with flavor and full of health benefits. Ready or not, Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Are you ready? If not, I’ve got a 5-ingredient holiday …
The ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish recipe, Garlic Mashed Potatoes come together in less than 10 minutes and are made with creamy Greek yogurt. Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is just a month away! October is my most favorite month of …
This Greek-inspired potato salad is bursting with fresh flavors and full of juicy tomatoes, creamy feta and plump Kalamata olives. Even though fall is right around the corner, it still very much feels like summer here in Michigan. Tomatoes are …
Skillet Mexican Street Corn is made with fresh sweet corn and topped with cilantro, onions and Mexican cheese. Sweet corn during the last few weeks of summer will always hold a special place in my heart. It will always remind me …
A flavorful twist on the classic, this Asian inspired coleslaw is creamy, tangy and slightly spicy. I always used to think I didn’t like coleslaw but as it turns out, they can actually be quite flavorful. Traditional coleslaws are typically overloaded in …
This simple and flavorful pasta salad is made with just a few simple ingredients including whole wheat pasta, pesto, green beans and corn. I love eating seasonally because when you food that is fresh and at peak freshness it requires …
A fast and easy side dish recipe, your friends and family will love this warm potato and green bean salad with tomatoes and corn. Summer entertaining season is in full swing which means I find myself always on the lookout …
A fast and easy summer side dish recipe, asparagus is grilled until slightly charred then drizzled with a creamy tahini lemon sauce. My boys are getting more and more into cooking and I’m so thrilled. Truly, as a mom who …
A five ingredient and ten minute side dish recipe, green beans are steamed until crisp-tender then tossed in a fragrant sesame ginger vinaigrette. These 5-Ingredient Sesame Ginger Green Beans are a frequent occurrence in our house, especially in the summer …
Perfect for your next backyard BBQ or summer picnic, this Greek pasta salad is filled with crunchy vegetables, creamy feta and tangy kalamata olives. Memorial Day is right around the corner and I’ve got the ultimate pasta salad recipe for …
A quick and easy side dish recipe, mashed sweet potatoes get a sweet and smoky kick from honey and chipotle peppers in adobo. I don’t know about your family but all three of the guys in my house ADORE potatoes …
The ultimate 10-minute side dish recipe, your family will love this fast and easy grilled corn brushed with sweet and smoky barbecue sauce. This time of year as the weather heats up and the days get longer, I like to keep …
Asparagus and tangerines are drizzled with olive oil, salt and pepper then roasted until caramelized and tender. You will love this fast and easy side dish recipe! As we transition from winter into spring, I can’t think of a better (or …
Transport your tastebuds to Africa with this Moroccan spiced roasted carrots side dish drizzled with a creamy yogurt dressing. One of the reasons I love dining out in restaurants is because I am always inspired to recreate certain dishes in my …
Change up your favorite side dish recipe with these simple and delicious roasted green beans topped with crumbled bacon. If you think you have picky eaters in your house, I’d love to suggest two simple tips when it comes to …
Ready in 10 minutes, this quick and easy cabbage coleslaw with honey lime dressing is made with scallions and cilantro then tossed with a honey lime vinaigrette dressing. We eat salads all year round but as the seasons change, so …
This simple 5-ingredient side dish of roasted potatoes and cauliflower is packed with nutrients and full of roasted garlic flavor. As you know if you read my post on 5 Reasons to Eat the Rainbow Every Day, I am a …
Your favorite Chinese takeout dish gets a healthy makeover with zucchini noodles in this Cold Sesame Peanut Zoodles bowl! It takes awhile for our weather to warm up here in Michigan but once it does it is always well worth …
Homemade croutons are quickly tossed in chipotle sauce then baked to crunchy perfection. Ready in minutes, you’ll never buy store bought croutons again! We made it to day five, friends! These crunchy and addictive croutons are the final recipe of the …
This flavor-packed pasta salad is loaded with tender grilled chicken, crunchy vegetables and smoked mozzarella. Earlier this week I announced the #Tabasco10 recipe challenge when I shared my Honey Chipotle Grilled Chicken Breasts recipe. Whenever I grill meat I always throw on …
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A twist on the popular Lebanese dish, Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad is filled with fresh flavors, naturally gluten-free and great for making in advance. For as long as I can remember, I have always been the party planner of the group. My …
This satisfying entree salad is packed with protein-rich wheat berries and filled with crunchy fennel, creamy white beans, tangy feta and toasted almonds. Whole grain salads are my secret weapon when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. Affordable, nutritious …
A delicious twist on the Italian classic, your family will love this Lemony Basil Pistachio Pesto. Serve on pasta, drizzle over meat or use as a salad dressing! Summer food is so easy, so flavorful and so healthy! I love …
This whole grain Bulgur Wheat Greek Salad is full of crunchy veggies, creamy feta and kalamata olives then dressed in a fresh lemon-dill vinaigrette. Bulgur wheat is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine and was frequently on our dinner table growing up. Similar …
The best way to cook corn on the cob that results in perfectly cooked sweet corn, every single time. Growing up, no summer was complete without a visit from my dad’s side of the family from Berkeley, California. Papa Leo, …
A healthy twist on the summertime classic, this protein-packed vegan potato salad is made with a creamy hummus vinaigrette, scallions and fresh herbs. Fourth of July is right around the corner and I am so pumped! Our city turns into Small …
A hearty and flavor-packed whole grain salad made with chewy spelt, crunchy apples and sharp cheddar cheese. This Spelt Salad with Apples, Cheddar, and Scallions is a fun twist on tabbouleh salad, one of my favorite Middle Eastern side dishes. In …
A family recipe passed down for generations, Hushwee Rice is a humble Lebanese side dish made with rice and beef flavored with warm cinnamon, clarified butter and toasted pine nuts. If I had to pick my last meal, it would be …
This cheesy, whole grain pizza is topped with garlicky, rosemary roasted mushrooms packed with so much flavor your family won’t miss the meat! Pizza is my husband’s most favorite food on the planet but I have to confess – I …
This satisfying and delicious kale salad is packed with sun-dried tomatoes, green olives, roasted nuts and sharp feta. One of my favorite places to work remotely is the Downtown Market here in Grand Rapids. Just a few years old, it is …
Cracked freekeh is tossed in a creamy tahini vinaigrette with chickpeas, pomegranates and almonds to create a crunchy and addictive whole grain side dish or meatless main. It’s time to kick off Week 4 of the Healthy New Year 6-Week Challenge with …
