Side Dishes

Discover the perfect accompaniment to your next meal with our guide to the best side dishes. We have dinner sides made from grains, veggies and much more.

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    Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots

    7 reviews

    I first made this dish for my family and friends one Thanksgiving. Not only are the carrots lovely on the...


    Savory Zucchini Bread Pudding

    4 reviews

    I have been serving this dish for years and always receive compliments on it. If you don't have day-old bread...


    Sweet Onion Pie

    3 reviews

    Loaded with sweet onions, this creamy pie makes a scrumptious addition to the brunch buffet. By using less butter to...


    Grilled Corn on the Cob

    5 reviews

    Seasoned with cilantro, this easy-to-prepare corn on the cob is sure to be a standout at your Labor Day picnic....


    Pretty Duchess Potatoes

    4 reviews

    Comfort-food flavor comes in attractive packages that are just the right size! This recipe is a favorite Christmas dinner...


    Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes

    8 reviews

    Whenever I serve this easy mash, the bowl is always scraped clean. Before holiday feasts, I make it early and...


    Kentucky Spoon Bread

    1 review

    This is a traditional Kentucky recipe. It’s a popular side dish served all year long. If you’ve never tried spoon...


    Vegetable Quinoa

    5 reviews

    “My family really enjoys this hearty dish,” writes Kate Selner from her home in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. “It makes a...

    Asian Rice Pilaf

    7 reviews

    We love this Asian rice recipe that's loaded with veggies and a hint of gingery freshness. It's so versatile, and...


    Swiss Chard with Beets

    3 reviews

    —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Green Beans with Herbs

    A wife and husband who both love to cook, Anne and Jesse Foust of Bluefield, West Virginia share this easy-to-fix...


    Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries

    1 review

    I coat zucchini strips with a mixture of panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and spices. Then I bake them until...


    Rice-Stuffed Acorn Squash

    2 reviews

    We often make this side dish in the fall, after harvesting fresh squash from our garden. A hint of Asian...


    Orzo-Stuffed Tomatoes

    6 reviews

    From Desert Hot Springs, California, Marian Ridgeway writes, “My neighbor and I used to have a friendly competition for that...


    Panko Fried Green Tomatoes

    4 reviews

    Panko bread crumbs have a coarser texture than ordinary bread crumbs, which you can also use to coat the tomatoes....


    Cranberry Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sauce

    5 reviews

    To make light and airy gnocchi, work quickly and handle the dough as little as possible. You'll be pleased with...


    Mushroom Fried Rice

    3 reviews

    After moving, I couldn't find a Chinese restaurant that met my tastes. So, I decided to create my own Chinese...

    Sicilian Brussels Sprouts

    I love to make this dish because the flavors jumping around in your mouth keep you coming back bite after...


    Sour Cream & Chives Mashed Potatoes

    1 review

    This recipe is a family favorite that always stirs up good memories and moments. It's requested for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday...


    Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash

    While searching for a new winter squash variety, I stumbled upon kabocha squash—it really wowed me. The flavor and texture...


    Oven-Roasted Tomatoes

    3 reviews

    I love tomatoes, as they're both healthy and versatile. You can use these roasted ones in sandwiches or omelets, or...


    Portobello Risotto with Mascarpone

    1 review

    Portobello mushrooms add a beefy flavor to this creamy classic. Each serving is topped with soft, buttery mascarpone cheese, which...


    Celeriac & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    My family can't get enough of this comforting fall favorite, especially at Thanksgiving. I love the addition of the celeriac....

    Butternut Squash with Maple Syrup

    1 review

    I love this roasted butternut squash because it’s marvelous served hot or cold and it's loaded with flavor from garlic,...


    Creamy Pumpkin Tortellini

    2 reviews

    My kids love the creamy, rich sauce on these tortellinis so much that they don't even realize there's pumpkin inside....


    Orange-Pistachio Quinoa Salad

    2 reviews

    Add this fresh and healthy quinoa recipe to your holiday spread. Its citrusy, nutty taste is simply delicious. —Jean...


    Company Mashed Carrots

    5 reviews

    Although I call these "company carrots," I'll often serve them on a weeknight to my family. No matter who's eating...


    Italian Artichoke-Green Bean Casserole

    2 reviews

    My mother and I made a few small changes to a recipe we found in a cookbook to create this...


    Texas Pecan Rice

    2 reviews

    For a special holiday side dish, I dressed up an old recipe to give it a little more Texas character....