11 Side Dishes for When You Realize You Need More Than Just a Main Course (Oops)
When your main dish needs a little extra pizzazz, these 11 fun and flavorful side dishes are here to save the day. Perfect for those ‘Oops, I forgot to plan’ moments, these recipes turn simple dinners into spectacular feasts.
Simple Lettuce Salad
Simplicity at its finest! This easy lettuce salad features fresh greens and a light homemade dressing. Even picky eaters will enjoy this salad. Get the recipe: Simple Lettuce Salad
Easy Pasta Salad with No Mayo
This lighter version of pasta salad features a homemade oil and vinegar dressing and tons of fresh veggies. Perfect for BBQs and cookouts or just a night at home. Get the recipe: Easy Pasta Salad with No Mayo
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Slightly spicy with a hint of maple, these oven-roasted sweet potatoes are ready in a jiffy. Just slice them, bake them and enjoy them. Done! Get the recipe: Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Cilantro Lime Rice
Bring the Chipotle classic to your kitchen! Fresh tasting and super easy to make, this cilantro lime rice adds some flair to your plate. Get the recipe: Cilantro Lime Rice
Mashed Cauliflower
Looking for a low-carb side? This garlic mashed cauliflower is for you! All the comfort food goodness of mashed potatoes with none of the carbs. Get the recipe: Mashed Cauliflower
Oven Baked French Fries
Make the restaurant staple right in your own kitchen! Oven-baked fries are crispy delicious and go with just about any meal. Who doesn’t love fries? Get the recipe: Oven Baked French Fries
Garlic Butter Fried Corn
A perennial side dish favourite, this garlic butter-fried corn can be made with either fresh or frozen kernels. Super simple and oh-so tasty. Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Fried Corn
Oven Baked Potato Wedges
No need for a deep fryer when you can enjoy crispy potato wedges out of the oven! Easy to make and simple to customize with your fave dips like ketchup or mayo. Get the recipe: Oven Baked Potato Wedges
Maple Roasted Carrots
Sweet and with a hint of spice, these delicious maple roasted carrots are an effortless side dish. Perfect for both entertaining and a simple weeknight dinner. Get the recipe: Maple Roasted Carrots
Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Casserole
Calling all comfort food lovers! This rich and creamy broccoli cauliflower casserole can double as a vegetarian main dish. Get the recipe: Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Casserole
Mexican Street Corn
Prepare to be asked for this recipe over and over! This Mexican street corn is a classic dish with tons of flavor – and a little heat. Get the recipe: Mexican Street Corn