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If you need inspiration for some tasty side dishes, you’re in the right place! These recipes come together in just 10 minutes for a quick and easy bite that can be paired with any main course for a filling and nutritious meal. Serve options like our Cucumber Salad with Peanuts & Sweet Chili Sauce or Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado & Walnuts to please everyone’s palate.
01of 16Cucumber Salad with Peanuts & Sweet Chili SauceBrittany ConerlyThai sweet chili sauce is a condiment often used for dipping that features a mix of chiles and garlic with a sweet base; it has a texture similar to honey. On its own, it adds balance and a hint of spice to savory dishes, or it can be combined with vinegar and salt as we do here for a punchy drizzle over fresh sliced cucumber.View Recipe
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Cucumber Salad with Peanuts & Sweet Chili Sauce
Brittany Conerly
Thai sweet chili sauce is a condiment often used for dipping that features a mix of chiles and garlic with a sweet base; it has a texture similar to honey. On its own, it adds balance and a hint of spice to savory dishes, or it can be combined with vinegar and salt as we do here for a punchy drizzle over fresh sliced cucumber.
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02of 16Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado & WalnutsServe this summery strawberry spinach salad alongside soup or a half sandwich, or top with grilled chicken or roasted salmon for a complete and easy healthy meal.View Recipe
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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado & Walnuts
Serve this summery strawberry spinach salad alongside soup or a half sandwich, or top with grilled chicken or roasted salmon for a complete and easy healthy meal.
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Watermelon with Mint Gremolata
04of 16Citrus-Arugula SaladThis easy salad recipe makes a stunning side dish for anything you’ve got cooking for dinner. The bright flavor of the citrus pairs perfectly with peppery arugula and avocado, plus a bit of jalapeño for a slight kick.View Recipe
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Citrus-Arugula Salad
This easy salad recipe makes a stunning side dish for anything you’ve got cooking for dinner. The bright flavor of the citrus pairs perfectly with peppery arugula and avocado, plus a bit of jalapeño for a slight kick.
05of 16Fresh Sweet Corn SaladWe love fresh summer corn when it’s in season, but frozen corn makes a great year-round substitute in this quick and easy side dish.View Recipe
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Fresh Sweet Corn Salad
We love fresh summer corn when it’s in season, but frozen corn makes a great year-round substitute in this quick and easy side dish.
06of 16Spicy Cabbage SlawSliced radishes add a peppery kick to this 10-minute slaw, which can serve as both a side and a topping for sandwiches.View Recipe
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Spicy Cabbage Slaw
Sliced radishes add a peppery kick to this 10-minute slaw, which can serve as both a side and a topping for sandwiches.
07of 16Grilled AsparagusGrilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about 1 inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.View Recipe
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Grilled Asparagus
Grilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about 1 inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.
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Spinach Salad
09of 16Tomato & Fennel SaladWe like to use heirloom tomatoes in this simple salad. They’re at their peak during the summer months and worth seeking out at your local grocery store or farmers' market. Which varieties you choose is up to you—any will work well here.View Recipe
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Tomato & Fennel Salad
We like to use heirloom tomatoes in this simple salad. They’re at their peak during the summer months and worth seeking out at your local grocery store or farmers' market. Which varieties you choose is up to you—any will work well here.
10of 16Boiled Corn on the CobWant to know how to boil corn on the cob? This boiled corn on the cob recipe starts with 4 ears of fresh summer corn.View Recipe
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Boiled Corn on the Cob
Want to know how to boil corn on the cob? This boiled corn on the cob recipe starts with 4 ears of fresh summer corn.
11of 16Easy Steamed ZucchiniHow long does zucchini take to cook? This foolproof way to cook zucchini is also the easiest and fastest. Just steam it on the stovetop for a few minutes and you have a healthy vegetable side dish to add to dinner.View Recipe
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Easy Steamed Zucchini
How long does zucchini take to cook? This foolproof way to cook zucchini is also the easiest and fastest. Just steam it on the stovetop for a few minutes and you have a healthy vegetable side dish to add to dinner.
12of 16Microwaved Fresh Green BeansSteaming green beans in the microwave is quick and convenient, helping you to get dinner on the table in minutes. This basic recipe is a great starting point for the seasoning of your choice—a little butter, toasted nuts or a creamy sauce.View Recipe
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Microwaved Fresh Green Beans
Steaming green beans in the microwave is quick and convenient, helping you to get dinner on the table in minutes. This basic recipe is a great starting point for the seasoning of your choice—a little butter, toasted nuts or a creamy sauce.
13of 16Herb & Arugula Salad with Balsamic VinaigretteThis light basil, parsley and arugula salad recipe is tossed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. It’s great with pizza or as a light side salad.View Recipe
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Herb & Arugula Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
This light basil, parsley and arugula salad recipe is tossed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. It’s great with pizza or as a light side salad.
14of 16Simple Sautéed SpinachSautéed spinach (or any greens) with garlic and a squeeze of lemon (or vinegar) is a simple formula that lets spinach shine and will never go out of favor.View Recipe
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Simple Sautéed Spinach
Sautéed spinach (or any greens) with garlic and a squeeze of lemon (or vinegar) is a simple formula that lets spinach shine and will never go out of favor.
15of 16Vinegary ColeslawForget mayonnaise-laden coleslaw. The bright, clean flavors in this version go well with everything from tacos to barbecue.View Recipe
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Vinegary Coleslaw
Forget mayonnaise-laden coleslaw. The bright, clean flavors in this version go well with everything from tacos to barbecue.
16of 16Basic Green Salad with VinaigretteMake a larger batch of this basic vinaigrette to have on hand for salads throughout the week.View Recipe
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Basic Green Salad with Vinaigrette
Make a larger batch of this basic vinaigrette to have on hand for salads throughout the week.
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