The Only 14 Side Dishes You’ll Need This Season

These 14 side dishes are all you’ll need for every meal this season. From light to comforting, these sides go with just about anything and make meal planning way easier.

Honey Thyme Roasted Carrots

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These honey thyme roasted carrots are dangerously snackable. Good luck not eating half before they hit the table. They’re sweet, tender, and super easy with just a few ingredients and barely any prep. Get the recipe: Honey Thyme Roasted Carrots

Baked Asparagus Fries

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These oven-baked asparagus fries are crispy, easy to make, and way more fun than regular fries. Serve them solo with your favorite dip or pair them with whatever’s on your plate. Get the recipe: Baked Asparagus Fries

Garlic Butter Corn

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This buttery skillet corn is next-level, with fresh garlic vibes and a sprinkle of parmesan on top. It is super easy and works for both a weeknight dish and for a special occasion. Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Fried Corn

Sweet and Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Sweet and spicy roasted sweet potatoes are the perfect side dish. With just the right mix of sweetness and heat, they’re sure to step up your meal. Get the recipe: Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Arugula Salad with Parmesan

A plate of arugula salad.
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This easy rocket salad is packed with peppery goodness and dressed in a homemade honey-sweetened lemon balsamic vinaigrette. Topped off with pine nuts and freshly shaved parmesan, it’s a winner every time. Get the recipeArugula Salad with Parmesan

Cheesy Cauliflower Broccoli Bake

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This cheesy cauliflower broccoli bake is the side dish you didn’t know you needed. Loaded with veggies and melted cheese, it’s the perfect comfort food to complement any meal. Get the recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Bake

Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots

A plate of Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots.
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Sautéed green beans with shallots bring the perfect balance of crisp and savory to any meal. Buttery caramelized shallots take this simple side up a notch, whether it’s a Tuesday night or a holiday spread. Get the recipe: Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots

Maple Glazed Carrots

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These maple-glazed carrots are side dish goals. They’ll steal the show at any meal, sweet, spicy, buttery, and perfectly caramelized. Get the recipe: Maple Roasted Carrots

Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad

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This old-fashioned cucumber salad is a light, crisp, and tangy classic. It has the perfect balance of flavors and is super easy, so you can whip up this easy vinegar-based side in no time. Get the recipe: Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad

Roasted Carrots With Whipped Feta

A plate of Roasted Carrots With Whipped Feta.
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Roasted carrots with whipped feta is the kind of side that looks fancy but takes barely any effort. The sweet carrots and tangy, lemony feta are a perfect match, ready in just 20 minutes. Get the recipe: Roasted Carrots With Whipped Feta

Three Bean Salad

A bowl of Three Bean Salad.
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This three bean salad is the easiest way to add flavor to your spring and summer lineup. It’s crunchy, tangy, and always a hit at any cookout or picnic. Get the recipeThree Bean Salad

Cherry Tomato Salad

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This cherry tomato salad is the perfect side to freshen up any meal. With juicy tomatoes and a light dressing, it’s simple, refreshing, and totally satisfying. Get the recipe: Cherry Tomato Salad

Roasted Root Vegetables

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Boiled baby potatoes get smashed, brushed with garlic oil, and air-fried until perfectly crispy. They make a great side or a snack you’ll want to eat straight off the pan. Get the recipe: Roasted Root Vegetables

Easy Broccoli Au Gratin

A spoonful of Easy Broccoli Au Gratin.
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Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this broccoli au gratin is the kind of side dish people ask about after the first bite. With fresh broccoli, sharp white cheddar, and nutty gruyère baked until golden and bubbly, it’s always a crowd favorite. Get the recipe: Easy Broccoli Au Gratin

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