Category: Side Dishes

Corn-Avocado Salad

When you are looking for a great salad for a cookout or picnic with no mayonnaise, this will be one you need to try. Fresh corn, juicy tomatoes, avocados and a light, delicious dressing. You can chill the salad up to 24 hours ahead before adding the avocado. Enjoy! 2 C. fresh corn kernels (about …

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Broccoli with Asiago

Perk up your next dish of broccoli with garlic and Asiago. Most of us eat broccoli only because it is good for us, so let’s make it taste even better. I steam the broccoli, not only is it better nutritionally, but it has a milder flavor. Also if you do not have Asiago cheese, Parmesan …

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Confetti Succotash

This creamy side dish is easy, yet sophisticated. With cream, peppers, green onions, and marjoram, this is not your mother’s succotash. Fancy enough for dinner guest, or to jazz up your weeknight meal. Enjoy! 1/4 C. chopped sweet red pepper 1/4 C. chopped green pepper 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced green onions 1 Tbsp. butter 2 …

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Southwestern Quinoa and Black Bean Casserole

If you haven’t tried quinoa, or if you have and didn’t care for it, give this recipe a try. I found this dish on pinchofyum.com. While eating this dish, it’s hard to believe you are eating something healthy, because it is SO good! We enjoyed this as a side dish and also with chips, both …

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Spinach Stuffed Tomatoes

Tomatoes stuffed with spinach, Boursin cheese, and topped with toasted pecans are a great way to dress up a side dish for a special dinner. They are a great idea for the holidays also. These tomatoes are best eaten the day they are prepared. Enjoy! 2 (1-lb) containers Campari tomatoes 1/2 tsp. black pepper, divided …

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Mediterranean Lentil Salad

This is a refreshing salad packed full of protein, fiber and vitamins. A dressing of olive oil, lemon juice and a splash of red wine vinegar keeps this salad light and fresh tasting. Feel free to change-up the veggies or leave out the olives like me if you don’t like them. Lentils are one of …

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Chive Red Potatoes

Peeling a small strip from around each potato adds an artful touch to these simply dressed red potatoes. A quick yet elegant side that can be served any night of the week. Enjoy! 2-lbs. small red potatoes 1/3 C. butter, melted 2 Tbsp. minced chives 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. garlic powder Peel a narrow …

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Green Beans with a Twist

This is a great way to jazz-up your green beans. 1 pkg. (16-oz) frozen French-style green beans 1 C. sliced fresh mushrooms 2 Tbsp. butter 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled In a skillet, saute the beans and mushrooms in butter. Sprinkle with dressing mix, toss to coat. Just …

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Black Bean Salsa

Delicious and healthy! Serve Black Bean Salsa with chips, or with grilled chicken and an ice-cold drink this summer for a healthier and lighter meal. If you don’t care for avocado leave it out. If cilantro isn’t your thing you can substitute with parsley. Enjoy! 2 (15-oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (17-oz) …

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Sweet ‘n’ Sour Coleslaw

Another great summer time side dish. Quick prep, and great flavor. Enjoy! 5 1/2 C. coleslaw mix (14 oz. bag) 1/2 C. heavy whipping cream 1/4 C. sugar 3 Tbsp. white vinegar 1/2 tsp. salt In a large serving bowl, whisk the whipping cream, sugar, vinegar and salt. Add the coleslaw mix to bowl and …

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