side dishes

Easy Pesto Caprese Couscous.

Caprese couscous is going to be the easiest side dish you throw together all summer! Tomato, mozzarella and basil are tossed in a couscous salad with a big spoonflul of pesto swirled in. Quite dreamy! Simple, delicious and works with every summer meal. Who doesn’t love caprese salad?!  This pesto caprese couscous is such a […]

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Grilled Cabbage with Harissa White Bean Puree

This Grilled Cabbage recipe turns humble cabbage into an elegant vegetarian meal or a hearty side dish with smoky char, tender leaves, creamy harissa white bean purée, and fresh tomato-herb gremolata. Perfect for summer entertaining! Gluten-free, vegan…

The Best 4th of July Salads

These 4th of July salads are fresh, flavorful, and perfect for rounding out your holiday menu. From classic cookout favorites to bright summer salads packed with seasonal ingredients, these recipes belong at every backyard gathering.
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Roasted Cauliflower Potato Salad.

This cauliflower potato salad is a delicious twist on the classic potato salad! It’s packed with flavor and texture, plus the dressing is fabulous. Great for the 4th of July! Need a new potato salad recipe for the height of summer?! I’ve got you! This roasted cauliflower potato salad has all the goodness of your […]

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Dense Bean Salad (Mediterranean-Style)

overhead view of a dense bean salad in a large bamboo bowl.This Mediterranean-inspired Dense Bean Salad tosses chickpeas and white beans with crisp veggies, fresh herbs, and a simple balsamic vinaigrette. It’s protein-packed, perfect for meal prep, and genuinely tastes better after sitting in the fridge! Looking for more vegan salads you can make for meal prep? Try my Lentil Salad, this easy White Bean Salad,…

A Juicy Tomato Pasta Salad for BBQ Season

This Caprese pasta salad is fresh, colorful, and easy to make ahead. Tender rotini is tossed with juicy grape tomatoes, creamy mozzarella pearls, red onion, sun-dried tomatoes, and a simple red wine vinaigrette. Add fresh basil and a drizzle of balsami…

Ramen Noodle Salad

Who else grew up eating ramen noodle salad at potlucks and cookouts? This recipe is my updated take on the nostalgic summer side dish. It stars crisp veggies, juicy orange segments, a sweet and tangy vinaigrette, and the best part: a crunchy mix of toa…

Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad

Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad (My Fresh Twist on a Viral Salad) I love a salad with serious crunch and this Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad delivers in every bite. It’s fresh, colorful, and tossed in a sesame-ginger dressing that somehow makes everythi…

Asian Noodle Salad

Asian noodle salad is made with rice noodles, cabbage, colorful vegetables, and a tangy sesame-ginger dressing. Perfect for summer meals or meal prep!

This Lemon Orzo Is Bright, Buttery, and So Easy

This lemon orzo is bright, buttery, and simple enough for any night of the week. The orzo simmers in broth with lemon zest and oregano, so every bite has savory flavor before the lemon juice and herbs are added at the end. It is a quick side dish that …

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

I make these grilled portobello mushrooms on repeat all summer. They’re such an easy side dish—meaty, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes on the grill. Their edges are lightly crisp and nicely charred, while their insides stay perfectly juicy. A…

Ranch Potatoes

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Ranch potatoes are one of those side dishes that show up on my dinner table all year long. Five minutes of prep, one pan, one packet of ranch seasoning, and they go into the oven while I fi…

Best Ever Zucchini

Meet the ultimate zucchini side dish. It features caramelized zucchini and red onion with toasted sliced almonds, seasoned with fresh garlic and a squeeze of lemon juice. The flavors are bold, the dish is vibrant, and I’m going to make this sautéed zucchini all summer long. I don’t always like cooked zucchini, but I love…

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The Ultimate Fresh & Delicious Summer Salad

This Caprese salad is a fresh and simple way to enjoy ripe tomatoes. Slices of tomato and creamy fresh mozzarella are layered with basil, olive oil, and a little balsamic for a colorful side dish. It is quick to make, easy to serve, and perfect for war…

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