Sometimes you’re in such a rush to get dinner on the table you forget about sides…never again with these simple recipes! They all rely on 5 or fewer ingredients (not counting salt and pepper), and many of them are pantry staples. So you can turn a quick recipe into a real meal in no time.
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RecipeGrilled Sweet Potato Fries
If you're grilling your burgers, shouldn't you grill your fries too? These spiced, tangy sweet potato wedges make a great side dish for any kind of burger or grilled chicken.
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RecipeRoasted Carrots and Bacon
In this simple side dish, salty bacon complements roasted carrots, whose sweet side is enhanced by a bit of maple syrup. They're delicious with salmon or roast chicken.
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Moveable FeastGarlic- and Herb-Roasted Potatoes
Perfect roasted potatoes, says Chef Spicer, “are all about the herbs—sage, rosemary, and thyme, just like the song.” Feel free to add your favorite herbs. And don’t forget to toss the potatoes while they’re in the oven; it helps them to cook evenly.
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RecipeJasmine Rice with Toasted Pine Nuts and Chives
Buttery, toasty pine nuts add a hit of richness to your basic rice pilaf. Serve this simple side with grilled chicken or seared scallops.
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RecipeBlack Pepper Acorn Squash
Yes, it is possible to cook winter squash in just 15 minutes. The key is to cut acorn squash into fairly thin wedges, skip any fussy peeling (the skin is sometimes tender enough to eat, or you can scoop out the cooked flesh), and roast at high heat. Serve with pork tenderloins or chops.
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RecipeBroiled Mushrooms with Goat Cheese and Thyme
Broiling mushrooms is a quick way to brown them and bring out their deep flavor. Serve with seared steak or roast chicken.
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RecipeTomato and Sweet Onion Salad
Show off your best summer tomatoes with this quick and easy side salad.
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RecipeEggplant Chips with Honey and Sea Salt
Frying very thinly sliced eggplant yields a crispy texture for a whole new way to enjoy eggplant. Serve as a starter or snack, or with grilled kebabs or falafel. -
RecipeGreen Beans with Miso and Sesame Seeds
Savory miso butter adds quick umami flavor to simple roasted green beans. Serve alongside Steamed Sea Bass, topped with sesame seeds if you like, or serve with roast chicken or seared steak. -
RecipeShaved Cucumber Salad
This bright, crisp, and refreshing salad pairs well with stir-fries or with seared steak or salmon. -
RecipeEgg Noodles with Creamy Mustard-Tarragon Sauce
This simple alternative to plain buttered noodles brings so much more flavor. Serve with roast chicken or seared salmon.
