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Category: Side dishes

“Perfect Pairings” – The “Side Dishes” category at ChampsDiet.com features a variety of recipes to complement any main course. From roasted vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes to innovative grain salads and sautĂ©ed greens, these side dishes are designed to enhance your meal with additional flavors and textures.

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Wasabi Soy Fiddleheads
Northeastern u.s.Side dishesVegetables

Wasabi Soy Fiddleheads

Ingredients: 1 lb fiddleheads, ferns washed and cleaned, see below note3/4-1 teaspoon wasabi paste3...

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Mom's Zucchini Bake
Side dishesSquashVegetables

Mom’s Zucchini Bake

Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini, sliced1/2 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1...

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Oven Baked  Golden Potato Wedges
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Oven Baked Golden Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 2 baking potatoes, unpeeled2 tablespoons olive oilsalt and black pepper ( to taste)1/2...

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Awesome Hot Garlic Baby Corn
Lunch/snacksOnionsSide dishes

Awesome Hot Garlic Baby Corn

Ingredients: 20 -25 baby corn, washed, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1 1/2 inch...

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Spiced Winter Squash With Fennel
Side dishesSquashVegetables

Spiced Winter Squash With Fennel

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs butternut squash, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, halved crosswise, then cut...

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Company Mashed Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Company Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 lbs baking potatoes4 tablespoons butter1/2 cup hot milksalt3/4 cup heavy cream1/2 cup...

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Wild Rice Cashew Salad
RiceSaladsSide dishes

Wild Rice Cashew Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice4 cups chicken broth3 tablespoons olive oil1 1/2 cups red...

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Grape Salad
< 30 minsSide dishesTime to make

Grape Salad

Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs seedless grapes8 ounces cream cheese8 ounces sour cream1 tablespoon real...

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Lemon-Garlic Potato Packer
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Lemon-Garlic Potato Packer

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs red potatoes, cut into 1-in cubes12 garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons...

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Southern Living Pinto Beans
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Southern Living Pinto Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh dry pinto beans, sorted and rinsed*1 smoked ham hock1 (10...

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Sugar Snap Peas With Basil and Lemon
CitrusLemonSide dishes

Sugar Snap Peas With Basil and Lemon

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 1/4 lbs sugar snap peas1/2 teaspoon salt ( I...

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Italian Vegetable Bake
Low proteinSide dishesVegetables

Italian Vegetable Bake

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes1 medium onions, sliced1/2 lb fresh green beans,...

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Potato Kephtides (Or Mrs B's Quest for Vegan Potato Cakes)
Lunch/snacksPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Kephtides (Or Mrs B’s Quest for Vegan Potato Cakes)

Ingredients: 2 scallions, finely chopped ( spring onions)2 medium tomatoes, skinned and finely chopped1...

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Tomato-Zucchini Gratin
Side dishesSquashTomatoes

Tomato-Zucchini Gratin

Ingredients: 3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced4 medium tomatoes, peeled and thinly sliced3/4 cup grated...

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Potatoes Gourmet
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Potatoes Gourmet

Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes2 cups grated cheese6 tablespoons butter, divided1 1/2 cups sour cream3...

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Mushroom Corn Casserole
CasserolesCornSide dishes

Mushroom Corn Casserole

Ingredients: 1 small green bell peppers, seeded and finely chopped1 small jalapeno peppers, seeded...

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Acorn Squash 'n Citrus
Side dishesVeganVegetables

Acorn Squash ‘n Citrus

Ingredients: 3 small acorn squash, cut in half &,seeded1 1/2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup orange...

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El Pollo Loco Mexican Beans
BeansNorth americanSide dishes

El Pollo Loco Mexican Beans

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 whole serrano chilies1/4 teaspoon serrano chilies, ground1 (28 ounce)...

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Tangy Limas with Squash and Tomatoes
Main dishSide dishesSquash

Tangy Limas with Squash and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups water2 cups frozen lima beans2 cups chopped onions2 teaspoons olive oil4...

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Alice's Zucchini Cheese Casserole
CasserolesCheeseSide dishes

Alice’s Zucchini Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups zucchini, diced ( about 3 medium)1/2 cup onions, chopped1 clove garlic,...

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Low proteinSide dishesVegetables

Leeks With Tangy Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1 cup chicken stock1 bay leaves1 lb leeks, trimmed,cleaned,and halved1 yellow peppers or...

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Butternut Squash Bake
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Butternut Squash Bake

Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash ( aka pumpkin squash)1 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon olive...

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Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Peppers

Ingredients: 2 large fresh meaty tomatoessalt & fresh ground pepperfresh mozzarella cheese ( about...

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Layered Mexican Salad
MexicanNorth americanSide dishes

Layered Mexican Salad

Ingredients: 1 bag romaine lettuce1 1/4 cups salsa1 can black beans, rinsed and drained1...

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Glazed Cumin Carrots
CarrotsSide dishesVegetables

Glazed Cumin Carrots

Ingredients: 2 lbs carrots2 teaspoons vegetable oil or 2 teaspoons canola oil1 garlic cloves,...

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New Sweet Potato Cobbler
Cobblers and crispsDessertSide dishes

New Sweet Potato Cobbler

Ingredients: 3 -4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick3/4 cup white...

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Creamy Polenta with Parmesan and Mozzarella
CheeseEggs/dairySide dishes

Creamy Polenta with Parmesan and Mozzarella

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups whole milk3/4 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1 cup...

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Mashed Garlic Turnips
Lactose FreeSide dishesVegetables

Mashed Garlic Turnips

Ingredients: 2 lbs turnips, peeled and cut into chunks8 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced2...

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Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Apples
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Apples

Ingredients: 8 lbs sweet potatoes ( about 12 large)1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice1...

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Curried Creamed  Fresh Corn Great for Summer
CornSide dishesVegetables

Curried Creamed Fresh Corn Great for Summer

Ingredients: 6 ears corn3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided use1/2 cup finely chopped onions1 small...

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Crisp Onion-Roasted Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Crisp Onion-Roasted Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 1/4 ounces Lipton Onion Soup Mix, packet1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup butter,...

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Lemon-Orzo Pilaf
Pastarice and grainsSide dishes

Lemon-Orzo Pilaf

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans chicken broth, reduced-sodium1 teaspoon basil, crumbled1 cup water1...

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Herbed Mashed Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Herbed Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed1/3 cup chopped onions1 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon...

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Spinach Apple Toss
Lunch/snacksSaladsSide dishes

Spinach Apple Toss

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh spinach2 tart apples8 slices bacon, crisply fried and crumbled2/3 cup...

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Sauteed Baby Carrots
Northeastern u.s.Side dishesVegetables

Sauteed Baby Carrots

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 -2 lb baby carrots2 tablespoons honey1/4 cup water Directions: Heat...

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Pan-fried Artichokes With Basil and Pine Nuts
Low sodiumSide dishesVegetables

Pan-fried Artichokes With Basil and Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 4 large artichokes1/2 tablespoon lemon juice, for blanching1 pinch salt, for blanching4 tablespoons...

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Penne With Squash
PastaPenneSide dishes

Penne With Squash

Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta1 medium zucchini, grated1 medium summer squash, grated2 tablespoons olive...

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Heart-Healthy Herby Baked Spuds
Lunch/snacksPotatoesSide dishes

Heart-Healthy Herby Baked Spuds

Ingredients: 4 medium baking potatoes1/3 cup nonfat sour cream or 1/3 cup low-fat sour...

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Cauliflower Gratin With Manchego and Almond Sauce
CheeseLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cauliflower Gratin With Manchego and Almond Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 cup half-and-half1/2 cup almonds, whole roasted with skin2 tablespoons almonds, coarsely chopped4...

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Ravioli With Tomatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Ravioli With Tomatoes, White Beans, and Escarole

Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) packages fresh cheese ravioli1 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans...

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Roasted Garlic and Tomato Savoury Custard
Side dishesTomatoesVegetables

Roasted Garlic and Tomato Savoury Custard

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs cherry tomatoes1 bulbs of garlic, cloves peeled and sliced crosswise...

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Connie's Famous Potato Salad
PotatoesSaladsSide dishes

Connie’s Famous Potato Salad

Ingredients: 8 -12 hard-boiled eggs ( depending on how much you like eggs)8 -10...

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Benihana Fried Rice
AppetizersSide dishesWhite rice

Benihana Fried Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup rice, uncooked5 tablespoons butter1 cup onions, chopped1 cup carrots, chopped2/3 cup...

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Southern-style Honey Rice
RiceSide dishesWhite rice

Southern-style Honey Rice

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked white rice1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped6 tablespoons butter1/4 cup honey1...

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Twice Baked Potatoes
CheesePotatoesSide dishes

Twice Baked Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 large russet potatoes, baked1/4 cup butter ( Parkay Original Spread, tub)4 slices...

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Dragon Tofu
Main dishSide dishesSoy/tofu

Dragon Tofu

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter12 ounces firm tofu, drained1 medium...

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Salmon Waldorf Salad
Lunch/snacksSaladsSide dishes

Salmon Waldorf Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 cup light mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon black pepper2 (7 ounce) cans...

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Greek Potatoes (Oven-Roasted and Delicious!)
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Greek Potatoes (Oven-Roasted and Delicious!)

Ingredients: 8 large potatoes, peeled, cut into large wedges ( about 6-7 wedges per...

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Tasty Baked Corn Balls
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Tasty Baked Corn Balls

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup butter3 1/2 cups herb-seasoned stuffing...

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Steamed White Rice
Long Grain riceSide dishesWhite rice

Steamed White Rice

Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain rice3 cups water Directions: Put the rice in a 3...

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Sweet and Spicy Sweet Potato Bake
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sweet and Spicy Sweet Potato Bake

Ingredients: 4 medium sweet potatoes ( peeled, and cut into 1 inch cubes or...

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Mifgash Mushrooms
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Mifgash Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil, for frying1 large onions, coarsely chopped1 can button mushrooms, rinsed1...

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Summer Orzo Feta Pasta Salad
PastaSaladsSide dishes

Summer Orzo Feta Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 3 1/4 cups orzo pasta, cooked and cooled1 cup cucumbers, cubed4 green onions,...

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Armenian Lemon Rice Pilaf
Long Grain riceSide dishesWhite rice

Armenian Lemon Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 2 -4 tablespoons butter1 1/2 cups long grain rice1 teaspoon lemon zest, freshly...

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Baked Grated Carrots
Low proteinSide dishesVegetables

Baked Grated Carrots

Ingredients: 3 cups carrots, grated2 tablespoons margarine, melted1 tablespoon lemon juice2 green onions, finely...

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Warm German Potato Salad
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Warm German Potato Salad

Ingredients: salt and pepper1 1/2 lbs tiny new potatoes, scrubbed3 slices bacon, thinly sliced...

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Mixed Roasted Vegetables and Pasta
Pastarice and grainsSide dishes

Mixed Roasted Vegetables and Pasta

Ingredients: 1 medium green peppers or 1 medium yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch...

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Marinated Blue Cheese Onions
Condimentsetc.Onions

Marinated Blue Cheese Onions

Ingredients: 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled1/4 cup salad oil ( not olive oil)2 tablespoons...

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Low proteinSide dishesVegetables

“Sweet” Carrots

Ingredients: 1/2 cup boiling water1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded carrots1 tablespoon diet margarinesugar substitute1...

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Zesty Herbed Carrots
CarrotsSide dishesVegetables

Zesty Herbed Carrots

Ingredients: 1/4 cup kraft special collection balsamic vinaigrette1 lb carrots, sliced in 1/4 ”...

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