Side Dish Recipes

Overhead shot of a platter of summer rolls with peanut sauce.

Vietnamese Summer Rolls

Vegan summer rolls are colorful, healthy, easy to make, and a delicious appetizer or light entrée. These Vietnamese summer rolls contain rice noodles, quick pickled carrots, other veggies, and herbs. … Read more

Quick & Easy Cucumber Kimchi

Korean Cucumber Kimchi is a spicy, flavorful addition to any rice bowl. This quick version can be ready to eat in just 30 minutes. What is kimchi? Kimchi is an … Read more

Low angle shot of two bowls of black beans garnished with cheese, cilantro, and lime juice.

Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans

Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans are super easy to make. And these black beans make a perfect side dish for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or any other Mexican fare. Why make … Read more

collage of 4 photos: upper left 3 har gow in a steamer basket; upper right kung pao chicken in a bowl with white rice; lower left sesame noodles; lower right scallion pancakes

Chinese New Year—35+ Best Recipes

Chinese New Year is my kind of holiday—parading dragons, fireworks, and food (lots of food!). The dragons and fireworks are meant to scare off evil spirits and auspicious foods portend … Read more

overhead shot of air fried brussels sprouts, halved, browned, and crisp, in a wooden bowl

Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Air fryer Brussels sprouts turn out perfectly tender in the center with crispy leaves around the outside. And they take just 15 minutes to cook! I love cooking brussels sprouts … Read more

low angle shot of a black platter with grilled sourdough bread, sauteed chard, and a black bowl holding whipped feta spread. A spoonful of whipped feta spread is held above the bowl

Whipped Feta Spread

Whipped Feta Spread is a new favorite appetizer. The tangy, salty, creamy dip with a punch of garlic and fresh dill is delicious scooped up with pita chips or raw … Read more

overhead shot of watermelon salad with cucumbers, feta cheese, and olives in a white bowl with silver salad servers on the table above the bowl.

5-Ingredient Watermelon Feta Salad

5-Ingredient Watermelon Salad with Feta and Kalamata Olives is a refreshing summer side dish. It’s perfectly portion to serve 2 and takes just 5 minutes to make.