It's dinner time, and no meal is complete without a side dish. If you need more ideas on what to make, we're here to help. We curated a list of exciting recipes that have so much more than roasted vegetables.
Imagine creamy cauliflower loaded with veggies, or a refreshing slaw great for taco nights. Craving something more comforting? We've got cheesy potato gratins that are perfect for chilly nights.
Spicy Korean Carrot Salad
Crunchy and Spicy Korean Carrots Salad will win people over at potlucks, picnics, and as a unique side dish in any home. Made with fresh carrots, coriander, garlic, and oil, these Korean-style marinated carrots are easy, quick and always delicious! Ready in 20 minutes. Get the recipe.
Napa Cabbage Salad aka Slaw
This Healthy Napa Cabbage Salad aka Slaw is a quick 5 -ingredient side dish recipe that is great to take on a picnic or serve alongside tacos or other mains. It's simple, vegan and doesn't contain mayo. Get the recipe.
Dandelion Greens Salad with Couscous
Dandelion Greens Salad With Couscous is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be served as a side meal or hearty main dish. It's easy to make, healthy and yummy. Get the recipe.
Roasted Vegetables
Enjoying produce that’s in season is one of my favorite things, and these roasted fall vegetables do just that! It’s the most delicious combination of butternut squash, broccoli, beets, and sweet potatoes, all perfectly roasted to bring out their natural sweetness and flavors. It’s a versatile side dish for any occasion. Get the recipe.
Roasted Beet Salad
A roasted vegan beet salad is prepared by cooking the beets and then marinating them in a few flavorful ingredients. This simple beet recipe is incredibly delicious, healthy, and perfect for any time of the year. Get the recipe.
Asparagus with Balsamic Drizzle and Pine Nuts
Really easy Mediterranean Asparagus With Balsamic Drizzle And Pine Nuts. Trimmed asparagus spears are baked in olive oil until tender but crispy and then finished with a quick homemade Balsamic drizzle. This healthy vegan recipe is kid-friendly and makes a delicious dinner side. Get the recipe.
Roasted Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes
Simple recipe for Roasted Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes is taken to another level with quick Balsamic reduction and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. An easy side dish that goes with any meal. Get the recipe.
Cauliflower Salad with Cucumber and Corn
Vibrant, healthy, and delicious Creamy Cauliflower Salad with Cucumber and Corn is going to be on repeat this summer. So easy to make. You'll love the creamy and herby sauce. The best part - it's mayo and oil-free. Get the recipe.
Garlic Almond Green Beans
These easy Garlic Almond Green Beans take little time to prepare. In fact, you need 15 minutes from start to finish. They are cooked until tender and are flavorful, healthy and so good. Perfect side dish for any occasion. Get the recipe.
Baby Sweet Peppers and Zucchini
Simple, fast yet super flavorful, this delicious Georgian Salad with Baby Sweet Peppers and Zucchini will make a great potluck recipe or a side dish to your main meal. Can be made on a grill or in a skillet. Get the recipe.
Air Fryer Carrots with Brown Sugar Glaze
Are you craving a side dish that's both satisfying and sweet? These air fryer carrots have just the right amount of brown sugar, butter, and honey to turn this simple vegetable into a gourmet dish worthy of a sophisticated dinner party and easy enough for a simple weeknight dinner at home. Get the recipe.
Cauliflower Au Gratin
This Cauliflower Au Gratin, also known as a Cauliflower Bake, is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together the wholesome flavors of cauliflower and creamy gratin goodness. It's an easy comfort food recipe that has quickly become one of the favorites in my house. It's creamy, cheesy, and such a delicious side dish for holidays as well as for Sunday night dinner. Get the recipe.
Curry Cauliflower Rice
This curry cauliflower rice recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.
Packed with big flavors and crunchy texture, it’s a simple low-carb one-pot side dish that makes a delicious base for almost any protein. Get the recipe.
Marrow Gratin
Marrows are such an underrated vegetable and this marrow gratin proves just how wonderful they can be. Get the recipe.
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Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.
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