17 Fall Side Dishes You'll Want to Make Forever

CloseDreaming of cooler weather and cozy fall meals? These side dishes will help you jump-start the season with delicious autumn produce like sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts and butternut squash. They offer delightful fall flavors that pair perfectly with any main course, and they’re highly rated with at least four-star reviews. Try options like our Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Burrata and Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut Crumble for a fall-flavored side everyone will love.01of 17Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with BurrataThis beautiful butternut squash salad with creamy burrata cheese and peppery arugula is perfect for fall entertaining. For the best flavor and texture, remove the burrata from the refrigerator about an hour before use and assemble the salad while the squash is still warm from roasting so the cheese will melt slightly.View Recipe02of 17Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladDepartment: Eating Well, Brand: Eating Well Digital, Source Type: Staff, Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana KelleySweet cherries complement the tart goat cheese in this easy shaved Brussels sprouts salad. Pistachios add an extra layer of crunch. A sharp chef’s knife works well to slice the Brussels sprouts thinly. A microplane grater is best for finely shredding the goat cheese.View Recipe03of 17Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut CrumblePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyThese home fries are made with sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber as well as vitamin A, a nutrient that can help support a healthy immune system. For an easy but delicious upgrade, we sprinkle a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top.View Recipe04of 17Mashed Potato & Roots CasseroleRutabaga and/or celeriac give this casserole a more nuanced flavor, but you could also use turnips or kohlrabi—or make it with all potatoes instead.View Recipe05of 17Apple-Cranberry Spinach Salad with Goat CheeseThe tangy-sweet dressing in this spinach salad beautifully amplifies the apples and cranberries—and the creamy goat cheese transforms it into the perfect salad.View Recipe06of 17Roasted Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash SaladServe this hearty and healthy fall salad with roasted pork tenderloin, chicken or salmon. All of the vegetables are roasted on the same pan, so this recipe is easy to prep, and it tastes great warm or at room temperature so it’s perfect for holiday buffet tables and potlucks. Cranberries add a sweet-tart edge, while the maple-tahini dressing provides depth.View Recipe07of 17​​Loaded Cauliflower CasseroleEatingWellYou’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone actually want to eat their vegetables.View Recipe08of 17Herb-Roasted Root VegetablesBrussels sprouts, butternut squash and celery root make up a colorful roasted vegetable medley. If you can’t find celery root (also called celeriac) you can swap in another root vegetable such as carrots, parsnips or turnips.View Recipe09of 17Roasted Honeynut SquashPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyHoneynut squash looks just like mini butternut squash, but on the inside, you’ll find an even sweeter, deeper orange flesh. This simple roasting method enhances the natural flavor of the squash with butter and spices.View Recipe10of 17Roasted Squash & Apples with Dried Cherries & PepitasFor this easy roasted side dish recipe, pick apples that hold their shape when cooked—Pink Lady, Braeburn and Winesap are good choices. If you can’t find acorn squash, substitute butternut instead.View Recipe11of 17Sweet & Spicy Roasted CarrotsA little bit of cayenne adds an unexpected kick to these classic roasted carrots.View Recipe12of 17Green Beans with Creamy Mushroom SauceA much healthier take on the old-fashioned green bean casserole, this version thankfully skips the canned soup and fried onions! Fresh green beans are cooked until crisp-tender and topped with a garlicky-thyme mushroom sauce, shallots and crumbled chèvre.View Recipe13of 17Cheesy Squash BakeHere’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s squash. Reduced-fat Cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor.View Recipe14of 17Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider VinegarBrussels sprouts are a perfect side-dish to any meal, especially when they are drizzled in honey and topped with bacon.View Recipe15of 17Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes with SpinachClassic scalloped potatoes get a burst of color, heartier texture and a healthy update with the addition of chopped spinach. The greens in this side dish also create a nice contrast to the creamy, velvety potatoes.View Recipe16of 17Cauliflower Casserole with Everything Bagel SeasoningThe cheesy-seedy crust that tops this healthy cauliflower casserole recipe evokes everything bagels. Serve as a hearty side dish with roast chicken, fish or any main meal.View Recipe17of 17Parsnip-Celery Root LatkesSwap the potatoes for other root vegetables, such as parsnips and celery root, and you’ll be rewarded with fewer calories and more fiber than in traditional latkes. Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.View RecipeWas this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

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Dreaming of cooler weather and cozy fall meals? These side dishes will help you jump-start the season with delicious autumn produce like sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts and butternut squash. They offer delightful fall flavors that pair perfectly with any main course, and they’re highly rated with at least four-star reviews. Try options like our Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Burrata and Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut Crumble for a fall-flavored side everyone will love.01of 17Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with BurrataThis beautiful butternut squash salad with creamy burrata cheese and peppery arugula is perfect for fall entertaining. For the best flavor and texture, remove the burrata from the refrigerator about an hour before use and assemble the salad while the squash is still warm from roasting so the cheese will melt slightly.View Recipe02of 17Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladDepartment: Eating Well, Brand: Eating Well Digital, Source Type: Staff, Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana KelleySweet cherries complement the tart goat cheese in this easy shaved Brussels sprouts salad. Pistachios add an extra layer of crunch. A sharp chef’s knife works well to slice the Brussels sprouts thinly. A microplane grater is best for finely shredding the goat cheese.View Recipe03of 17Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut CrumblePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyThese home fries are made with sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber as well as vitamin A, a nutrient that can help support a healthy immune system. For an easy but delicious upgrade, we sprinkle a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top.View Recipe04of 17Mashed Potato & Roots CasseroleRutabaga and/or celeriac give this casserole a more nuanced flavor, but you could also use turnips or kohlrabi—or make it with all potatoes instead.View Recipe05of 17Apple-Cranberry Spinach Salad with Goat CheeseThe tangy-sweet dressing in this spinach salad beautifully amplifies the apples and cranberries—and the creamy goat cheese transforms it into the perfect salad.View Recipe06of 17Roasted Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash SaladServe this hearty and healthy fall salad with roasted pork tenderloin, chicken or salmon. All of the vegetables are roasted on the same pan, so this recipe is easy to prep, and it tastes great warm or at room temperature so it’s perfect for holiday buffet tables and potlucks. Cranberries add a sweet-tart edge, while the maple-tahini dressing provides depth.View Recipe07of 17​​Loaded Cauliflower CasseroleEatingWellYou’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone actually want to eat their vegetables.View Recipe08of 17Herb-Roasted Root VegetablesBrussels sprouts, butternut squash and celery root make up a colorful roasted vegetable medley. If you can’t find celery root (also called celeriac) you can swap in another root vegetable such as carrots, parsnips or turnips.View Recipe09of 17Roasted Honeynut SquashPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyHoneynut squash looks just like mini butternut squash, but on the inside, you’ll find an even sweeter, deeper orange flesh. This simple roasting method enhances the natural flavor of the squash with butter and spices.View Recipe10of 17Roasted Squash & Apples with Dried Cherries & PepitasFor this easy roasted side dish recipe, pick apples that hold their shape when cooked—Pink Lady, Braeburn and Winesap are good choices. If you can’t find acorn squash, substitute butternut instead.View Recipe11of 17Sweet & Spicy Roasted CarrotsA little bit of cayenne adds an unexpected kick to these classic roasted carrots.View Recipe12of 17Green Beans with Creamy Mushroom SauceA much healthier take on the old-fashioned green bean casserole, this version thankfully skips the canned soup and fried onions! Fresh green beans are cooked until crisp-tender and topped with a garlicky-thyme mushroom sauce, shallots and crumbled chèvre.View Recipe13of 17Cheesy Squash BakeHere’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s squash. Reduced-fat Cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor.View Recipe14of 17Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider VinegarBrussels sprouts are a perfect side-dish to any meal, especially when they are drizzled in honey and topped with bacon.View Recipe15of 17Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes with SpinachClassic scalloped potatoes get a burst of color, heartier texture and a healthy update with the addition of chopped spinach. The greens in this side dish also create a nice contrast to the creamy, velvety potatoes.View Recipe16of 17Cauliflower Casserole with Everything Bagel SeasoningThe cheesy-seedy crust that tops this healthy cauliflower casserole recipe evokes everything bagels. Serve as a hearty side dish with roast chicken, fish or any main meal.View Recipe17of 17Parsnip-Celery Root LatkesSwap the potatoes for other root vegetables, such as parsnips and celery root, and you’ll be rewarded with fewer calories and more fiber than in traditional latkes. Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.View RecipeWas this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

Dreaming of cooler weather and cozy fall meals? These side dishes will help you jump-start the season with delicious autumn produce like sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts and butternut squash. They offer delightful fall flavors that pair perfectly with any main course, and they’re highly rated with at least four-star reviews. Try options like our Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Burrata and Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut Crumble for a fall-flavored side everyone will love.

01of 17Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with BurrataThis beautiful butternut squash salad with creamy burrata cheese and peppery arugula is perfect for fall entertaining. For the best flavor and texture, remove the burrata from the refrigerator about an hour before use and assemble the salad while the squash is still warm from roasting so the cheese will melt slightly.View Recipe02of 17Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladDepartment: Eating Well, Brand: Eating Well Digital, Source Type: Staff, Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana KelleySweet cherries complement the tart goat cheese in this easy shaved Brussels sprouts salad. Pistachios add an extra layer of crunch. A sharp chef’s knife works well to slice the Brussels sprouts thinly. A microplane grater is best for finely shredding the goat cheese.View Recipe03of 17Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut CrumblePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyThese home fries are made with sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber as well as vitamin A, a nutrient that can help support a healthy immune system. For an easy but delicious upgrade, we sprinkle a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top.View Recipe04of 17Mashed Potato & Roots CasseroleRutabaga and/or celeriac give this casserole a more nuanced flavor, but you could also use turnips or kohlrabi—or make it with all potatoes instead.View Recipe05of 17Apple-Cranberry Spinach Salad with Goat CheeseThe tangy-sweet dressing in this spinach salad beautifully amplifies the apples and cranberries—and the creamy goat cheese transforms it into the perfect salad.View Recipe06of 17Roasted Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash SaladServe this hearty and healthy fall salad with roasted pork tenderloin, chicken or salmon. All of the vegetables are roasted on the same pan, so this recipe is easy to prep, and it tastes great warm or at room temperature so it’s perfect for holiday buffet tables and potlucks. Cranberries add a sweet-tart edge, while the maple-tahini dressing provides depth.View Recipe07of 17​​Loaded Cauliflower CasseroleEatingWellYou’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone actually want to eat their vegetables.View Recipe08of 17Herb-Roasted Root VegetablesBrussels sprouts, butternut squash and celery root make up a colorful roasted vegetable medley. If you can’t find celery root (also called celeriac) you can swap in another root vegetable such as carrots, parsnips or turnips.View Recipe09of 17Roasted Honeynut SquashPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyHoneynut squash looks just like mini butternut squash, but on the inside, you’ll find an even sweeter, deeper orange flesh. This simple roasting method enhances the natural flavor of the squash with butter and spices.View Recipe10of 17Roasted Squash & Apples with Dried Cherries & PepitasFor this easy roasted side dish recipe, pick apples that hold their shape when cooked—Pink Lady, Braeburn and Winesap are good choices. If you can’t find acorn squash, substitute butternut instead.View Recipe11of 17Sweet & Spicy Roasted CarrotsA little bit of cayenne adds an unexpected kick to these classic roasted carrots.View Recipe12of 17Green Beans with Creamy Mushroom SauceA much healthier take on the old-fashioned green bean casserole, this version thankfully skips the canned soup and fried onions! Fresh green beans are cooked until crisp-tender and topped with a garlicky-thyme mushroom sauce, shallots and crumbled chèvre.View Recipe13of 17Cheesy Squash BakeHere’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s squash. Reduced-fat Cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor.View Recipe14of 17Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider VinegarBrussels sprouts are a perfect side-dish to any meal, especially when they are drizzled in honey and topped with bacon.View Recipe15of 17Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes with SpinachClassic scalloped potatoes get a burst of color, heartier texture and a healthy update with the addition of chopped spinach. The greens in this side dish also create a nice contrast to the creamy, velvety potatoes.View Recipe16of 17Cauliflower Casserole with Everything Bagel SeasoningThe cheesy-seedy crust that tops this healthy cauliflower casserole recipe evokes everything bagels. Serve as a hearty side dish with roast chicken, fish or any main meal.View Recipe17of 17Parsnip-Celery Root LatkesSwap the potatoes for other root vegetables, such as parsnips and celery root, and you’ll be rewarded with fewer calories and more fiber than in traditional latkes. Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.View Recipe

01of 17Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with BurrataThis beautiful butternut squash salad with creamy burrata cheese and peppery arugula is perfect for fall entertaining. For the best flavor and texture, remove the burrata from the refrigerator about an hour before use and assemble the salad while the squash is still warm from roasting so the cheese will melt slightly.View Recipe

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Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Burrata

This beautiful butternut squash salad with creamy burrata cheese and peppery arugula is perfect for fall entertaining. For the best flavor and texture, remove the burrata from the refrigerator about an hour before use and assemble the salad while the squash is still warm from roasting so the cheese will melt slightly.

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02of 17Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladDepartment: Eating Well, Brand: Eating Well Digital, Source Type: Staff, Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana KelleySweet cherries complement the tart goat cheese in this easy shaved Brussels sprouts salad. Pistachios add an extra layer of crunch. A sharp chef’s knife works well to slice the Brussels sprouts thinly. A microplane grater is best for finely shredding the goat cheese.View Recipe

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Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Department: Eating Well, Brand: Eating Well Digital, Source Type: Staff, Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley

Sweet cherries complement the tart goat cheese in this easy shaved Brussels sprouts salad. Pistachios add an extra layer of crunch. A sharp chef’s knife works well to slice the Brussels sprouts thinly. A microplane grater is best for finely shredding the goat cheese.

03of 17Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut CrumblePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyThese home fries are made with sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber as well as vitamin A, a nutrient that can help support a healthy immune system. For an easy but delicious upgrade, we sprinkle a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top.View Recipe

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Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut Crumble

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

These home fries are made with sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber as well as vitamin A, a nutrient that can help support a healthy immune system. For an easy but delicious upgrade, we sprinkle a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top.

04of 17Mashed Potato & Roots CasseroleRutabaga and/or celeriac give this casserole a more nuanced flavor, but you could also use turnips or kohlrabi—or make it with all potatoes instead.View Recipe

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Mashed Potato & Roots Casserole

Rutabaga and/or celeriac give this casserole a more nuanced flavor, but you could also use turnips or kohlrabi—or make it with all potatoes instead.

05of 17Apple-Cranberry Spinach Salad with Goat CheeseThe tangy-sweet dressing in this spinach salad beautifully amplifies the apples and cranberries—and the creamy goat cheese transforms it into the perfect salad.View Recipe

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Apple-Cranberry Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese

The tangy-sweet dressing in this spinach salad beautifully amplifies the apples and cranberries—and the creamy goat cheese transforms it into the perfect salad.

06of 17Roasted Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash SaladServe this hearty and healthy fall salad with roasted pork tenderloin, chicken or salmon. All of the vegetables are roasted on the same pan, so this recipe is easy to prep, and it tastes great warm or at room temperature so it’s perfect for holiday buffet tables and potlucks. Cranberries add a sweet-tart edge, while the maple-tahini dressing provides depth.View Recipe

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Roasted Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash Salad

Serve this hearty and healthy fall salad with roasted pork tenderloin, chicken or salmon. All of the vegetables are roasted on the same pan, so this recipe is easy to prep, and it tastes great warm or at room temperature so it’s perfect for holiday buffet tables and potlucks. Cranberries add a sweet-tart edge, while the maple-tahini dressing provides depth.

07of 17​​Loaded Cauliflower CasseroleEatingWellYou’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone actually want to eat their vegetables.View Recipe

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​​Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

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You’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone actually want to eat their vegetables.

08of 17Herb-Roasted Root VegetablesBrussels sprouts, butternut squash and celery root make up a colorful roasted vegetable medley. If you can’t find celery root (also called celeriac) you can swap in another root vegetable such as carrots, parsnips or turnips.View Recipe

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Herb-Roasted Root Vegetables

Brussels sprouts, butternut squash and celery root make up a colorful roasted vegetable medley. If you can’t find celery root (also called celeriac) you can swap in another root vegetable such as carrots, parsnips or turnips.

09of 17Roasted Honeynut SquashPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyHoneynut squash looks just like mini butternut squash, but on the inside, you’ll find an even sweeter, deeper orange flesh. This simple roasting method enhances the natural flavor of the squash with butter and spices.View Recipe

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Roasted Honeynut Squash

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

Honeynut squash looks just like mini butternut squash, but on the inside, you’ll find an even sweeter, deeper orange flesh. This simple roasting method enhances the natural flavor of the squash with butter and spices.

10of 17Roasted Squash & Apples with Dried Cherries & PepitasFor this easy roasted side dish recipe, pick apples that hold their shape when cooked—Pink Lady, Braeburn and Winesap are good choices. If you can’t find acorn squash, substitute butternut instead.View Recipe

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Roasted Squash & Apples with Dried Cherries & Pepitas

For this easy roasted side dish recipe, pick apples that hold their shape when cooked—Pink Lady, Braeburn and Winesap are good choices. If you can’t find acorn squash, substitute butternut instead.

11of 17Sweet & Spicy Roasted CarrotsA little bit of cayenne adds an unexpected kick to these classic roasted carrots.View Recipe

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Sweet & Spicy Roasted Carrots

A little bit of cayenne adds an unexpected kick to these classic roasted carrots.

12of 17Green Beans with Creamy Mushroom SauceA much healthier take on the old-fashioned green bean casserole, this version thankfully skips the canned soup and fried onions! Fresh green beans are cooked until crisp-tender and topped with a garlicky-thyme mushroom sauce, shallots and crumbled chèvre.View Recipe

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Green Beans with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

A much healthier take on the old-fashioned green bean casserole, this version thankfully skips the canned soup and fried onions! Fresh green beans are cooked until crisp-tender and topped with a garlicky-thyme mushroom sauce, shallots and crumbled chèvre.

13of 17Cheesy Squash BakeHere’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s squash. Reduced-fat Cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor.View Recipe

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Cheesy Squash Bake

Here’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s squash. Reduced-fat Cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor.

14of 17Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider VinegarBrussels sprouts are a perfect side-dish to any meal, especially when they are drizzled in honey and topped with bacon.View Recipe

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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider Vinegar

Brussels sprouts are a perfect side-dish to any meal, especially when they are drizzled in honey and topped with bacon.

15of 17Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes with SpinachClassic scalloped potatoes get a burst of color, heartier texture and a healthy update with the addition of chopped spinach. The greens in this side dish also create a nice contrast to the creamy, velvety potatoes.View Recipe

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Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes with Spinach

Classic scalloped potatoes get a burst of color, heartier texture and a healthy update with the addition of chopped spinach. The greens in this side dish also create a nice contrast to the creamy, velvety potatoes.

16of 17Cauliflower Casserole with Everything Bagel SeasoningThe cheesy-seedy crust that tops this healthy cauliflower casserole recipe evokes everything bagels. Serve as a hearty side dish with roast chicken, fish or any main meal.View Recipe

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Cauliflower Casserole with Everything Bagel Seasoning

The cheesy-seedy crust that tops this healthy cauliflower casserole recipe evokes everything bagels. Serve as a hearty side dish with roast chicken, fish or any main meal.

17of 17Parsnip-Celery Root LatkesSwap the potatoes for other root vegetables, such as parsnips and celery root, and you’ll be rewarded with fewer calories and more fiber than in traditional latkes. Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.View Recipe

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Parsnip-Celery Root Latkes

Swap the potatoes for other root vegetables, such as parsnips and celery root, and you’ll be rewarded with fewer calories and more fiber than in traditional latkes. Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.

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