The Smoothest, Creamiest Garlic Parsley Mashed Potatoes

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You won’t be able to find a better recipe than this one for smooth and creamy garlic mashed potatoes. Simple, straightforward, and swoon-worthy, this classic side dish comes together in less than 30 minutes, so you can bring it out for Sunday dinner, or serve it on a weeknight. Get the recipe now.

Kartoffelpuffer: German Potato Pancakes for Oktoberfest

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Oktoberfest is the time of year to raise a glass of beer and chow down on kartoffelpuffer, also known as German potato pancakes. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, this recipe is full of starchy goodness. Pair it with sour cream and chives or applesauce for the best golden snack ever. Get the recipe now.

Easy Homemade Chunky Applesauce

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Forget air fresheners. Fill your home with the aroma of juicy, slow-simmered apples infused with earthy cinnamon and cloves. In this recipe, the fruit is stewed with warming spices over low heat and then delicately mashed. Keep reading to add this chunky, rustic applesauce to your list of sweet, simple sides.

Einkorn Salad with Radicchio and Walnuts

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Addictively crunchy and bursting with bright flavors, this einkorn salad makes for a stunning and nutritious side dish. Packed with fresh ingredients and lightly sweetened with honey, it’ll quickly become a family favorite. Paired with roasted chicken, it’s an easy, balanced meal. Read more to get the recipe now!

Sauteed Garlic Beet Greens

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Don’t toss those gorgeous scarlet stems! Make beet greens the superstar of your meal with just a few simple steps. In this nutrient-loaded side, the tender leaves are gently sauteed in garlic-infused oil, then steamed down into a delicate treat. Read more now to add this dish to your list of green go-to’s.

Sweet and Tangy Summer Squash Quinoa Will Freshen Up Your Weeknight Meal

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Awaken your palate and liven up your humdrum routine with this sweet and tangy summer squash quinoa. The light and bright flavors of this easy meal will dance along your taste buds, waking up your senses. It can be served as a main dish, or a side dish with light proteins. Get the recipe now.

Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Mixed Vegetables for a Quick & Healthy Vegan Meal

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Great as a healthier side dish or as a vegan-friendly main dish with crumbled tofu, our quick quinoa fried “rice” with mixed vegetables comes together faster than waiting for takeout or delivery. All that’s standing between you and dinner is 25 minutes and six simple ingredients. Read more now to get the recipe!

Oven Fries with Lemony Green Dressing and Gruyere

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Move over, loaded taters. There’s a new skinny fry in town. Next time you’re craving a lightened up take on the salty fried flavor you crave, these baked fries-gone-wild are for you. Thinly sliced, expertly crisped, and topped with nutty Gruyere and citrusy green dressing, each bite gets a standing O. Read more.

Homemade Three Bean Salad for Parties and Picnics

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If you need a classic recipe that’s homemade, this three bean salad is one that’ll totally blow you away. The dressing is sweet and vinegary, making it the ideal pairing for whatever you happen to be cooking up this summer. It’s so much better than any premade version you can buy. Get the recipe now.

A Healthier Southern Corn Pudding: The Best Creamy Side Dish

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Healthier Southern corn pudding is a cross between a casserole and cornbread, making it a wonderful addition to any gathering that you have planned. Whether it’s for the holidays or a family get-together, you don’t have to feel guilty about loading this dish up on your plate. Get the fresh corn recipe now.

Vegetable Couscous with Citrus Vinaigrette: A Burst of Freshness

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Vegetable couscous with citrus vinaigrette is a burst of fresh flavor in a bowl. Colorful veggies, orange, lemon, and lime make this simple grain even more phenomenal. Whether you are serving this dish as a main or as a side, you will not be able to get enough of the bright and texture-filled recipe. Read more.