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Side Dish

A list of our favorite side dish recipes. Take a look and try a recipe that catches your eye. Let us know how the recipe turned out, or if you invented your recipe.

Air Fryer Carrot Recipe Feature

Air Fryer Carrot Recipe

January 26, 2026 Tom Papia

This air fryer carrot recipe keeps things simple, just carrots, olive oil, and a few seasonings, but there’s plenty of room to make it your own. The high heat of the air fryer brings out the carrots’ natural sweetness, so you can easily change up the flavor profile with different spices, herbs, or finishing touches.

Categories Air Fryer, Gluten Free, Healthy, Side Dish Tags Air Fryer, Carrots, Healthy, Side Dish
Cucumber and Tomato Salad Feature

Cucumber And Tomato Salad

December 12, 2025October 6, 2025 Tom Papia

Crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes come together with olive oil and a splash of vinegar to create a refreshing cold salad that is simple and satisfying.

Categories Salad, Italian, Italian Salads, Side Dish Tags Cucumbers, Healthy, Italian, Onions, Salad, Side Dish, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
Mushrooms and Peas Recipe_Feature

Mushrooms and Peas Recipe

December 6, 2025July 28, 2025 Tom Papia

Mushrooms and Peas Recipe. Sliced mushrooms sauteed in olive oil with garlic and sweet peas.

Categories Side Dish, Healthy, Vegetarian Tags Gluten-Free, Healthy, Mushrooms, Peas, Vegetarian
Roasted Tomatoes and Onions Finished

Roasted Tomatoes and Onions

December 19, 2025June 24, 2024 Tom Papia

Roasted Tomatoes and Onions. Tomatoes and onions mixed with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper and roasted in the oven.

Categories Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Healthy, Italian, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish Tags Onions, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Vinegar
Tri Color Pasta Salad Recipe

Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad

December 3, 2025April 8, 2024 Tom Papia

Tri Color Pasta Salad. Rotini pasta prepared al dente and mixed with oil, vinegar, red onion, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, olives, and dried sweet Italian sausage.

Categories Pasta, Italian, Italian Salads, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish Tags Mozzarella, Olives, Onions, Pasta, roasted red peppers, Rotini, Sausage, Vinegar
Roasted Potatoes Recipe: Feature Image

The Best Roasted Potatoes Recipe

January 27, 2026November 13, 2023 Tom Papia

Simple Roasted Potatoes Recipe. Potatoes seasoned with salt, pepper, and oregano, then roasted in the oven to perfection.

Categories Italian, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish Tags Potatoes
Healthy Cabbage Recipe with No Sugar Added: Feature Image

Healthy Cabbage Recipe No Sugar Added

January 3, 2026September 18, 2023 Tom Papia

Healthy Cabbage Recipe No Sugar Added. Sauteed cabbage and eggplant with peppers, onions, garlic, and soy sauce.

Categories Vegetarian, Side Dish Tags Cabbage, cruciferous vegetables, Eggplant, Garlic, Healthy, Side Dish, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
Three Bean Salad: Feature Image

Three Bean Salad: A Simple & Healthy Recipe

January 12, 2026July 31, 2023 Tom Papia

Green beans, yellow beans, and kidney beans combined with sweet peppers and Italian dressing. Served cold as a salad topping or for appetizer.

Categories Vegetarian, Italian, Italian Salads, Side Dish Tags Green beans, Kidney Beans, Peppers, Vegetarian
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Cannellini Beans with Spinach and Tomatoes

January 12, 2026July 10, 2023 Tom Papia

Cannellini Beans with Spinach and Tomatoes. Spinach sauteed in oil and garlic with diced tomatoes and cannellini beans

Categories Italian, Healthy, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish Tags Cannellini Beans, Diced tomatoes, Garlic, Oil, Spinach
Tomato Cucumber Salad: Feature Image

Easy 15 Minute Tomato Cucumber Salad

January 12, 2026May 22, 2023 Tom Papia

Tomato and cucumber salad. A cool and refreshing summer salad which is a perfect compliment for any barbeque . Give it a try! Invent Your Recipe!

Categories Side Dish Tags Cucumbers, Onions, Salad, Tomatoes, Vinegar
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