Weeknight Side Dish Recipes

Broiled mixed vegetables served as an easy side dish.

Broiled Veggies

thebitestuff.com

Quick, colorful broiled veggies with caramelized edges and bold flavor. An easy 20-minute side dish perfect for busy nights, grilled meats, pasta, or meal prep.

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Image of caprese salad with sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, chopped basil and balsamic drizzle.

Caprese Salad with Balsamic Drizzle (fresh, Simple & Delicious)

megansmeals.com

This fresh and simple Caprese Salad is made with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and finished with a rich balsamic drizzle.

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A wooden spoonful of sliced glazed carrots.

Easy Candied Carrots (brown Sugar Glazed Carrots)

mandiofthemountains.com

These easy candied carrots are glazed with brown sugar and butter. Add a spoonful of bourbon to make them an extra special holiday side dish.

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Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Pasta

swirlsofflavor.com

Broccoli and carrots combine with orzo pasta in a cheesy sauce. This easy side dish recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and special enough for Sunday supper and entertaining.

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A bowl of tortellini, peas, and asparagus in a creamy pesto sauce.

Pesto Tortellini with Asparagus and Peas

mandiofthemountains.com

This easy pesto tortellini with peas and asparagus is a quick and delicious dinner. It’s loaded with vibrant, fresh spring veggies, then tossed in a pesto cream sauce. And it only takes 1 pot. Yum!

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Smashed Brussel Sprouts RECIPE garnished with Parmesan.

Smashed Brussels Sprouts Recipe

evolvingtable.com

The best new side dish for the holidays is this Smashed Brussel Sprouts recipe! Boiled Brussels sprouts are pushed down, seasoned with garlic butter and Parmesan cheese, then roasted until crispy!

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