These 37 Satisfying Holiday Side Dishes Pair Perfectly With Any Main
Move over, mains – when you put these standout clean side dishes on your holiday table, they just might steal the whole show.
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Move over, mains – when you put these standout clean side dishes on your holiday table, they just might steal the whole show.
Forget ho-hum chicken dishes – here’s one you’ll savor. It’ll spice up your weekly recipe rotation and free up your prized midweek evenings.
Potatoes, watch your back – these crave-worthy oven-baked parsnip fries are poised to become everyone's new favorite kind of fry.
Fire up the grill and grab a knife and fork – this vegan “steak” recipe is loaded with texture, fresh herbs and bright flavors.
Tired of soggy cauliflower crust pizzas? Change up your crusts and try these fresh swaps that'll deliver a crunchier, crispier base you'll absolutely love.
It’s hard to believe, but we’ve got a super quick and easy cooking technique that’ll get dinner on the table in 10 minutes flat – seriously!
Can't decide what to serve as the heart of your holiday celebration? Try one of these clean main dishes, all of which are made to wow guests.
We’re bringing two of your favorite classics together into a breakfast that’s undeniably delicious and endlessly customizable.
Grab your apron, because you're going to want to bake every one of these incredible holiday treats.
Put down your smartphone and skip the takeout tonight. If you make a batch of these spicy veggie-based noodles, you’ll get everything you’re craving (and it’ll be extra healthy).
Filled with ingredients that are beneficial for brain health, this deliciously sweet smoothie can help you improve your memory, focus and overall cognition.
When you pop this deliciously warm crisp into your oven, you’ll be waiting by your oven to dig into this fragrant seasonal treat.
Blow your guests away with this Instagram-worthy dessert board.
These aren't your ordinary meatballs — with shredded carrots, herbs and grated Parmesan cheese, they pack a ton of flavor. We used ground beef, but you can swap for turkey or chicken.
No need to dirty two pots to make this vegetable-rich dish. Here, we cook the pasta right in the skillet with the sauce for quick cleanup.
Bake a batch of these granola bars today, and you'll have a healthy breakfast ready and waiting for you throughout the rest of the week.
Layered with fragrant beans and scrambled eggs, these wraps can be topped with your favorite additions like avocado, cheese or sriracha.
Why bother with basic waffles when you can elevate them with a few extra ingredients?
If you haven’t tried cooking your eggs in pesto yet, you’re missing out.
A sesame-ginger marinated salmon is smothered in a spicy-sweet sriracha sauce in this uber-easy bowl.
With a potent combination of nutrient-rich beets, mixed leafy greens, heart-healthy walnuts and creamy goat cheese, this seasonal salad has everything you need in one quick meal.
Eggnog has its time and place, but we're shaking up the cocktail category with some fresh takes on festive libations.
This easy blended cocktail is as flavorful as it is aromatic, with just the right balance of sweetness, tartness and boldness.
This soothing sipper looks like sunshine in a glass.
Move aside, salad! A bowl of this colorful, ingredient-packed soup gives you a whole new way to enjoy leafy greens.
Following a plant-based diet, such as the Mediterranean diet, that incorporates fish and healthy fats has been shown to be beneficial for people with fatty liver.
An upscale twist on the classic gin smash with an extra serving of nutrients.
This power combination of creamy chickpeas, nutty quinoa, nutrient-dense veggies and flavorful herbs makes for a delicious vegetarian meal.
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Packed with dark green veggies and other liver-friendly ingredients, this salad can help you heal or fight fatty liver disease with every bite.
Think you can't enjoy a dessert if you're concerned about fatty liver disease? This lemony loaf will prove you can snack on something sweet without worrying about your liver.
Tahini adds a creamy texture and delicious sesame flavor to this easy-to-whip-up, satisfying smoothie.
Quick-cooking cutlets allow you to stretch and wrap lean cuts of meat with succulent flavors and crunchy textures, totally customizable to your tastes. In this version, we're using a crispy panko and sage crust.
If you're looking to amp up the flavor of your favorite healthy frozen treats, try this super simple technique.
Save yourself some time in the kitchen and craft a delicious dish with an ingredient that's already sitting in your fridge.
We’re sharing a few nonstandard ways to use up your leftover bird, from an innovative papaya salad to potato pancakes.
You’ve made it into rice, into steak, even into pizza crust – now, enjoy this chameleon of a vegetable as a crunchy alternative to nuggets.
Spice up your extra turkey and spare cranberry sauce by turning them into a quick, easy flatbread.
Time-saving, nutrient-rich and perfectly satisfying, this speedy salad will turn leftover turkey into a whole new meal.
Delicate salmon is cooked with a spicy harissa sauce and accompanied by a flavorful and filling crunchy salad.
Transform your holiday dinner leftovers into a savory breakfast with turkey, cranberries and pecans combined into one delicious muffin.
You've tried turning leftover mashed potatoes into latkes – take your kitchen creativity up a notch and try these dinner-ready pancakes.
Mixed with plain yogurt, vegetables and the Middle Eastern spice mixture known as za’atar, roasted chickpeas add flavor-filled crunch to this unique savory breakfast.
This lightened-up version of Oysters Rockefeller allows you to enjoy a decadent, salty, rich oyster with a little less of the heavy cheese and butter you’d indulge in at a restaurant, allowing the delicate flavor of the oyster to shine.
Seared-till-golden halloumi cheese is the star of this meatless salad with arugula, lentils, zucchini and a perfectly balanced Dijon vinaigrette.
This super clean dish is packed with protein from the herby chicken meatballs, while a colorful array of veggies lend a massive nutritional boost. We use just one pan and lots of EVOO to bring this pretty platter to life.
Simplify your morning with a balanced breakfast, thanks to this make-ahead breakfast wrap. We combine protein-rich eggs, nutritious veggies and sharp feta cheese for a perfect breakfast burrito on the go.
This oh-so-comforting artichoke chicken dinner is so quick and easy, you'll want to make it tonight.
Have dinner on the table in 15 minutes, thanks to this speedy curry featuring sweet, quick-cooking scallops and fresh green beans.
We're skipping the deep fryer – but still bringing the flavor – with these oven-baked, sesame-crusted falafel served over salad with a zesty tahini dressing.
Making your own teriyaki sauce is a breeze with our easy recipe that uses pantry staples. Serve this protein-rich chicken and shrimp stir fry with brown jasmine rice or brown rice udon noodles.
Falafels aren't just rich in protein. Just 1 serving of our falafel-filled sandwich provides almost half of your daily value of folate, essential for rapidly growing tissues.
Cooler weather calls for warming soups. Don’t let food restrictions stop you – we’ve compiled a list of 10 mouthwatering recipes, categorized by dietary needs.
Nope, it’s not a joke – you really can indulge in this bar-food favorite and still feel great afterwards.
This creamy plant-based pasta recipe is ready for sweater season.
The off-the-charts flavor of this soup comes from slowly (slowly!) caramelizing the onions
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This corn bread takes just 10 minutes of hands-on time to prepare and freezes like a dream.
Eating decadent dinners on the Paleo diet is indeed possible on Thanksgiving. We’re proving it with this selection of compliant recipes fit for a party.
When it comes to holiday eats, keto is one of the hardest diets to cater to. We’re making it easier with keto-conscious recipes to incorporate in your menu.
The holidays can be a hard time for plant-based eaters, when family dinners often feature meaty mains like gigantic roasted birds. But with our recipes below, you can be sure your veggie-based friends will go home satisfied.
This Thanksgiving, those going gluten-free need not fear. We’re arming you with decadent, Instagrammable dishes in this celiac-friendly holiday menu.
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You’ll never have to say “eat your vegetables” when you make these fritters.
Save yourself a second trip to the store and double up on these gluten-and-grain-free coconut macaroons that are perfectly freezable.
It’s like a pumpkin pie, a blondie and a chocolate chip cookie combined – and it’s gluten free, too.
Dig out your casserole dish, we're making a keto-friendly, one-pan weeknight savior...with a chefy twist.
These gluten-free pumpkin waffles skip the whipped cream topping for something a little more elevated—an orange-cinnamon maple syrup that you can use in countless ways.
Mess-free foil packets are a preferred cooking method for good reason: Cleanup is a breeze (crumple and toss foil!), and you're guaranteed a tender, flavorful Cajun Jambalaya recipe!
Somewhere between shio- and shoyu-style ramen, our version features a light broth with a splash of soy sauce and is topped with a colorful combination of chicken, egg, shredded cabbage, bean sprouts and scallions.
Blink and you might miss the fact that these three-layer, gluten-free raspberry bars are actually good for you.
We've achieved the ultimate crispy gluten-free fish sticks with the help of a clever hack to replace traditional breadcrumbs.
With only 10 minutes of prep time, this one-pan frittata with cherry tomatoes, zucchini and goat cheese will be your new favorite breakfast.
Hello, halloumi: This salty, creamy grilling cheese tastes great with just about anything but especially when nestled in a salad alongside sweet grilled peaches, plenty of greens and a fresh basil dressing.
Our gluten-free granola with apples and cinnamon is sweetened only with pure maple syrup for a healthier take on the breakfast staple.
Your guests are going to love this stunning holiday meal peppered with super easy chef tips for an elevated menu. After all, we’ve earned an upgraded celebration this year. We're here to help you make it extra special.
This velvety, rich gravy is made from a homemade turkey broth and mirepoix of carrots, celery and onions.