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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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Orange Carrot Salad
CitrusOrangesSide dishes

Orange Carrot Salad

Ingredients: 2 large fresh carrots1 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained2 tablespoons lemon juice1...

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Sour Cream Cheddar Corn Casserole
CasserolesCornSide dishes

Sour Cream Cheddar Corn Casserole

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, plus2 tablespoons butter, melted1 onions, chopped1 small green bell peppers,...

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Zucchini Mix
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Zucchini Mix

Ingredients: 2 zucchini, sliced ( zucchini approx 7-inch long)2 potatoes, peeled and cut into...

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Crispy Blue Cheese Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Crispy Blue Cheese Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb red potatoes, cut into wedges1 tablespoon olive oilsaltpepper1/4 cup crumbled blue...

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Parslied Browned Buttered Carrots
CarrotsSide dishesVegetables

Parslied Browned Buttered Carrots

Ingredients: 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced ( or 1 lb baby carrots)3 -4...

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Garlic Rosemary Mashed Potatoes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Garlic Rosemary Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks2 cloves garlic, peeled1 ounce...

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German-Style Pasta
Lunch/snacksPastaSide dishes

German-Style Pasta

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked rotini pasta or 1 cup other spiral shaped pasta (...

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Best Ever Ozark Baked Beans
BeansSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Best Ever Ozark Baked Beans

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) cans pork and beans1 cup ketchup1 tablespoon yellow mustard1/4 cup...

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Zucchini
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Zucchini, Sour Cream and Jack Cheese Bake

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 cup finely chopped green onions1 clove garlic, minced1 lb...

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Easy Bisquick  Zucchini Squares
Lunch/snacksSide dishesSquash

Easy Bisquick Zucchini Squares

Ingredients: 4 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup vegetable oil4 small zucchini, unpeeled and thinly sliced1...

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Louisiana Rice
PastaRicerice and grains

Louisiana Rice

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon2 cups uncooked white rice1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped green...

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Sauerkraut and Apples
ApplesFruitSide dishes

Sauerkraut and Apples

Ingredients: 2 lbs sauerkraut2 tablespoons margarine1 cup chopped onions1 teaspoon minced garlic1 cup apple...

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Brie Stuffed Jacket Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Brie Stuffed Jacket Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 baked potatoes3 ounces brie cheese, de-rinded,room temp1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg yolks2 ounces...

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Potato Squares
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Potato Squares

Ingredients: 3 cups potatoes, grated1 cup milk1 onions, chopped3 tablespoons green peppers, chopped4 ounces...

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Haricots Verts in Plum Tomatoes
Lunch/snacksSaladsSide dishes

Haricots Verts in Plum Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 plum tomatoes or 4 Italian tomatoes48 French haricots vert or 48 very...

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Perfect Garlicky Mash
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Perfect Garlicky Mash

Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced2 turnips, peeled and diced1 cup peeled garlic...

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Sweet Potato Souffle
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Souffle

Ingredients: 5 -6 baked peeled and mashed sweet potatoes1 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup...

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Tomatoes and Leeks With Fresh Sage
OnionsSide dishesTomatoes

Tomatoes and Leeks With Fresh Sage

Ingredients: 2 small leeks, thinly sliced ( remove green tops)1 -2 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Turnip Mashed Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Turnip Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 6 large red new potatoes, skin on2 large turnips, peeled1/2 cup heavy cream,...

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Autumn Vegetable Casserole
CasserolesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Autumn Vegetable Casserole

Ingredients: 1 baking potatoes, peeled and sliced1 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced1 red peppers,...

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Mamaliga  Cu Branza (Cornmeal Mush With Cheese)
CasserolesCheeseSide dishes

Mamaliga Cu Branza (Cornmeal Mush With Cheese)

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups cornmeal1 3/4 teaspoons salt5 1/2 cups cold water1/4 lb butter1/2...

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Grilled Sweet Potato and Scallion Salad
SaladsSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Grilled Sweet Potato and Scallion Salad

Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices ( pre-cooked-baked is best)8 scallions3/4...

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Horseradish Crusted Roasted Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Horseradish Crusted Roasted Potatoes

Ingredients: 5 red potatoes ( medium to large)2 teaspoons salt1/4 cup coarse grained brown...

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Hot and Sweet Soya
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Hot and Sweet Soya

Ingredients: 100 g tofu, soya chunks3 medium finely chopped onions3 medium finely chopped tomatoes2...

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Rice Croquettes
PastaRicerice and grains

Rice Croquettes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked rice, cooled1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, softened2 eggs,...

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Superb Stir Fried Brussels Sprouts
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Superb Stir Fried Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, chopped1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed...

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Garlic and Cream Mashed Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Garlic and Cream Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 14 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed ( Yukon Gold are nice to use...

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Broccoli in Oyster Sauce
BroccoliSide dishesVegetables

Broccoli in Oyster Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces3 tablespoons oyster sauce1 tablespoon...

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Simple Cucumbers

Ingredients: 1 cup cucumbers ( english or other long variety)2 tablespoons vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Cucumber  Mousse
CheeseSaladsSide dishes

Cucumber Mousse

Ingredients: 1 lb English cucumbers8 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon...

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For Diabetics - Veg Chinese Fried Rice
CarrotsRiceSide dishes

For Diabetics – Veg Chinese Fried Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked rice, washed3/4 cup French beans, finely chopped3/4 cup carrots, finely...

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Italian Broccoli Salad
BroccoliSaladsSide dishes

Italian Broccoli Salad

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs broccoli florets ( fresh or frozen)1/2 cup green onions, choppe1/2...

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Broccoli Puff
BroccoliSide dishesVegetables

Broccoli Puff

Ingredients: 2 bunches fresh broccoli or 2 packages frozen broccoli2 cans cream of mushroom...

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Tomato Zucchini and Cheese Toss
SaladsSide dishesSquash

Tomato Zucchini and Cheese Toss

Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved2 cups sliced zucchini...

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Smoked Gouda Brussels Sprouts Gratin
Eggs/dairySide dishesVegetables

Smoked Gouda Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Ingredients: 1 lb frozen Brussels sprouts ( or 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed)2...

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Rajun Cajun Potato Wedges
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Rajun Cajun Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon cider vinegar1 -2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 tablespoon...

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Impossible Broccoli Pie
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Impossible Broccoli Pie

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) bags frozen broccoli florets, thawed1/4 cup of chopped onions1 cup...

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Italian-Baked Zucchini
Side dishesSquashVegetables

Italian-Baked Zucchini

Ingredients: 4 zucchini ( 6 inches long each)1/4 cup olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Candied Yams
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Candied Yams

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon cinnamon1/3 cup...

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Steamed Broccoli
BroccoliFruitSide dishes

Steamed Broccoli, Toasted Pecans and Oyster Sauce

Ingredients: 1 bunch broccoli1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans2 tablespoons chinese oyster saucesea saltfresh ground...

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Great Aunt Anna's Marinated Carrots
CarrotsSaladsSide dishes

Great Aunt Anna’s Marinated Carrots

Ingredients: 2 lbs carrots, sliced1 green peppers, diced1 onions, grated2 stalks celery, diced1 (10...

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Creamy Cheese Polenta
GrainsMain dishSide dishes

Creamy Cheese Polenta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup onions, chopped fine3 cups water1 cup yellow cornmeal, mixed...

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Drago's Creamy Lima Beans
BeansPotluckSide dishes

Drago’s Creamy Lima Beans

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans lima beans2 tablespoons sour cream2 slices bacon1 clove garlic,...

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Eggplant Casserole
CasserolesSide dishesVegetables

Eggplant Casserole

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants3 medium onions, sliced thin2 -3 cups canned spaghetti sauce1 cup...

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Southwestern Quinoa Salad
GrainsSaladsSide dishes

Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, uncooked2 cups water1/3 cup chopped tomatoes1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup...

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Green Beans Bolognese
AppetizersPorkSide dishes

Green Beans Bolognese

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 onions, thinly sliced1 lb green beans,...

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Scalloped (Aubergine) Eggplant
< 30 minsSide dishesTime to make

Scalloped (Aubergine) Eggplant

Ingredients: 1 large eggplants, peeled and diced1/3 cup milk1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed...

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Tomatoes Provencale
Side dishesTomatoesVegetables

Tomatoes Provencale

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 medium onions, thinly sliced1/4 lb fresh...

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Savory Baked Onions With Swiss Cheese
OnionsSide dishesVegetables

Savory Baked Onions With Swiss Cheese

Ingredients: 4 medium yellow onions, peeled and halved3 tablespoons olive oilsalt & pepper2/3 cup...

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Winter Citrus Salad
OrangesSaladsSide dishes

Winter Citrus Salad

Ingredients: 4 clementines ( peeled and segmented)120 g goat cheese or 120 g feta...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Teriyaki
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Eggplant (Aubergine) Teriyaki

Ingredients: 1 medium eggplantssaltmarinade1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons oil2 tablespoons rice...

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Sweet Potato Souffles for Two
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Souffles for Two

Ingredients: 4 teaspoons sugar, divided1 (12 ounce) sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed1 teaspoon lemon...

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Pumpkin-Sage Polenta
GrainsPastarice and grains

Pumpkin-Sage Polenta

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk2 cups water3/4 cup canned pumpkin1 1/4 teaspoons...

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Fried Potato and Onion Patties
OnionsPotatoesSide dishes

Fried Potato and Onion Patties

Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, peeled and shredded1 small onions, minced fine1 beaten eggs1 tablespoon...

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I can’t quit moaning zucchini!

Ingredients: 6 large zucchini4 tablespoons olive oil1 (12 ounce) packages jimmy dean low-fat breakfast...

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Snap Peas 'n Basil
Low proteinSide dishesVegetables

Snap Peas ‘n Basil

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil1/3 cup fresh basil, coarsley chopped1/2 teaspoon lemons, zest of1...

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Oven Roasted Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Oven Roasted Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients: 3 -3 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, cut into about 2-inch pieces ( or...

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Copenhagen Sandwich Coolers
Lunch/snacksSandwichesSide dishes

Copenhagen Sandwich Coolers

Ingredients: 12 slices toast4 ounces deviled ham3 -4 eggs ( hard boiled, sliced)3 -4...

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Pesto Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Pesto Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 cup basil leaves1 cup parsley sprigs2 cloves garlic1 tablespoon nuts2 tablespoons chicken...

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Barb's Zucchini Patties
CheeseEggsSide dishes

Barb’s Zucchini Patties

Ingredients: 3 cups grated zucchini1 teaspoon salt1 eggs, beaten1/4 cup Bisquick ( more or...

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