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“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 sautéed greens, these side dishes are designed to enhance your meal with additional flavors and textures.

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Lauren's Spanish Rice
PastaRicerice and grains

Lauren’s Spanish Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup rice1/2 sweet onions, diced1/4 red bell peppers, diced1/2 garlic cloves, crushed1...

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Garlicky Summer Squash and Fresh Corn
CornLunch/snacksSide dishes

Garlicky Summer Squash and Fresh Corn

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 yellow onions, sliced4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup vegetable broth1...

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Gulliver's Creamed Corn
CornSide dishesVegetables

Gulliver’s Creamed Corn

Ingredients: 2 (20 ounce) packages frozen corn kernels8 ounces whipping cream8 ounces whole milk1...

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Rumpledethumps
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Rumpledethumps

Ingredients: 5 large potatoes2 1/2 cups chopped green cabbage2 leeks, washed and chopped2 1/2...

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Grated Carrots With Cumin-Orange Dressing
CarrotsSide dishesVegetables

Grated Carrots With Cumin-Orange Dressing

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin3 cups grated carrots1/4 cup golden raisins1 tablespoon fresh Italian...

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Hoosier Fried Rice
PastaRicerice and grains

Hoosier Fried Rice

Ingredients: 1/2 onions, finely chopped3 eggs6 cups instant rice4 cups water3 garlic cloves, minced1/2...

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Italian Saute
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Italian Saute

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1...

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CasserolesSide dishesWhite rice

Saffron Rice

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon saffron ( include threads, if you have them)1/2 cup hot water...

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Warm Quinoa Salad With Shrimp and Asparagus
Main dishShrimpSide dishes

Warm Quinoa Salad With Shrimp and Asparagus

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced ( 1 tsp)1/2 medium red onions,...

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Baked Polenta Fries
AppetizersPastarice and grains

Baked Polenta Fries

Ingredients: 2 (18 ounce) tubes plain polenta3 tablespoons olive oilcoarse saltpepper1 teaspoon dried Italian...

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Smoked Taters
Low fatLow proteinSide dishes

Smoked Taters

Ingredients: 4 potatoes, bakers unpeeledvegetable oil Directions: Fire up your smoker and do your...

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Fingerling Potatoes With Aioli
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Fingerling Potatoes With Aioli

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs fingerling potatoes, unpeeledkosher salt1 slice white bread, crust removed2 tablespoons...

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Basic Zucchini Slice
CheeseLunch/snacksSide dishes

Basic Zucchini Slice

Ingredients: 375 g zucchini ( grated, squeeze out excess liquid)1 large onions ( finely...

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Cheesy Zucchini and Corn  With Pesto Bread Topping
Side dishesSquashVegetables

Cheesy Zucchini and Corn With Pesto Bread Topping

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 tablespoons pesto sauce, purchased ( or your homemade)3...

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Tender Stem Broccoli With Sesame
BroccoliSide dishesVegetables

Tender Stem Broccoli With Sesame

Ingredients: 250 g tenderstem broccoli1 garlic cloves2 tablespoons ginger1/4 cup fresh coriander2 tablespoons vegetable...

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Onion Rings
OnionsSide dishesVegetables

Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 cup packaged tempura mix1/4 teaspoon onion powder1 dash ground black pepper3/4 cup...

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Okra Orange Surprise
Side dishesVegetablesVegetarian

Okra Orange Surprise

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil ( I use olive)1 (16 ounce) packages frozen okra1...

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Oven-Baked Crispy Zucchini Rounds
Eggs/dairySide dishesSquash

Oven-Baked Crispy Zucchini Rounds

Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini ( sliced into 1/4-inch slices)3/4 cup panko1 teaspoon seasoning salt...

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Semi-Homemade Borracho Beans
BeansNorth americanSide dishes

Semi-Homemade Borracho Beans

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans ( undrained)1 (10 ounce) cans Ro-Tel tomatoes...

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Zucchini Slice
Eggs/dairyLunch/snacksSide dishes

Zucchini Slice

Ingredients: 375 g zucchini1 large onions3 slices bacon1 cup grated cheese1 cup self raising...

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Fried Corn Paula Deen Style
CornSide dishesVegetables

Fried Corn Paula Deen Style

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter4 cups fresh corn kernels1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar2 tablespoons fresh...

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Honey-Cardamom Glazed Carrots
CarrotsSide dishesVegetables

Honey-Cardamom Glazed Carrots

Ingredients: 2 cups carrots, sliced6 cups cold water2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon honey3/4 teaspoon ground...

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Cornbread
< 60 minsBreadsSide dishes

Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal1 cup plain flour1/4 cup sugar4 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt2...

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Cinnamon Basmati Rice
BreadsLong Grain riceSide dishes

Cinnamon Basmati Rice

Ingredients: 2 cups water ( or chicken stock)1 cup basmati rice1 whole cinnamon sticks...

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Orzo With Spinach and Pine Nuts
Pastarice and grainsSide dishes

Orzo With Spinach and Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon pine nuts1 teaspoon margarine1 garlic cloves, minced1 3/4 cups water3/4 cup...

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Lancashire Potato Cakes With Chives Garlic and Cheese
Lunch/snacksPotatoesSide dishes

Lancashire Potato Cakes With Chives Garlic and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes, peeled ( 450g)1 ounce butter ( 30g)1/2 teaspoon salt1 eggs4...

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Simple Grilled Red Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Simple Grilled Red Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb red potatoes1 cup margarine (melted) or 1 cup butter ( melted)1...

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Potato Salad Reunion
PotatoesSaladsSide dishes

Potato Salad Reunion

Ingredients: 7 medium potatoes, cooked in their skin, and then diced up1/3 cup Italian...

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Tasty Mexican Rice
Long Grain riceRiceSide dishes

Tasty Mexican Rice

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Noodles Alfredo
CheesePastaSide dishes

Noodles Alfredo

Ingredients: 2 cups egg noodles1/2 cup butter1/2 cup light cream1 cup parmesan cheese1 tablespoon...

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Parmesan Paprika Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Parmesan Paprika Potatoes

Ingredients: 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1/3 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper8 small...

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Italian Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese
AppetizersElbow macaroniSide dishes

Italian Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni2 cups fontinella cheese, grated1 1/2 tablespoons butter ( not...

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Garlic Mashed Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs mashed potatoes6 roasted garlic cloves1/4 lb sour cream1/4 lb butter1/2...

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Heirloom Tomato
Side dishesTomatoesVegetables

Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Side Dish

Ingredients: 1 large heirloom tomatoes2 pieces mozzarella cheese, round, cut 1/8 to 1/4 inch...

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Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Pastarice and grainsSalads

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup couscous1 cup hot vegetable stock or 1 cup chicken stock12 kalamata...

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Squash and Zucchini Cakes (Paula Deen Recipe)
Side dishesSquashVegetables

Squash and Zucchini Cakes (Paula Deen Recipe)

Ingredients: 3 medium zucchini3 medium yellow squash1 cup breadcrumbs, toasted1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded1/3...

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Coconut Curry Vegetables
CoconutFruitSide dishes

Coconut Curry Vegetables

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil2 large onions, diced3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger1...

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Mashed Potatoes With Variations
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Mashed Potatoes With Variations

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs baking potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, peeled and cut into...

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Salle's Microwave Risotto
PastaRicerice and grains

Salle’s Microwave Risotto

Ingredients: 1/2 cup boiling water1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, without oil1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon...

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Macaroni Salad a La Lois
Elbow macaroniSaladsSide dishes

Macaroni Salad a La Lois

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream3/4 cup light cream (...

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Super Crispy Onion Rings
Lunch/snacksOnionsSide dishes

Super Crispy Onion Rings

Ingredients: 2 quarts vegetable oil, for frying3 cups flour ( cake flour is best)1...

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Real Southern Style Green Beans
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Real Southern Style Green Beans

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans green beans ( undrained)3 -4 slices bacon1/2 onions, sliced4...

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Lemony Lima Beans With Parmesan
Low sodiumSide dishesVegetables

Lemony Lima Beans With Parmesan

Ingredients: coarse saltpepper2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby lima beans, unthawed3 tablespoons olive oil1...

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Yam Souffle'
PotatoesSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Yam Souffle’

Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes4 tablespoons butter1/2 cup skim milk1/2 cup dry sherry1/2 cup...

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Steamed New Potatoes With Dill Vinaigrette
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Steamed New Potatoes With Dill Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 2 lbs baby red potatoes2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons...

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Angela's Pasta Salad
Elbow macaroniSaladsSide dishes

Angela’s Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni ( cooked, drained and cooled)6 ounces monterey jack cheese...

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Black Beans
< 15 minsBeansSide dishes

Black Beans

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans1 teaspoon oil1 small onions1 teaspoon garlic2 tablespoons...

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Curried Couscous
FruitPastarice and grains

Curried Couscous

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 shallots, minced1 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon curry powder1 1/2...

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Zucchini and Stuffing Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Zucchini and Stuffing Casserole

Ingredients: 5 cups zucchini, chopped1 medium onions, chopped3/4 cup melted butter1 (6 ounce) boxes...

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Herbed-Yogurt Baked Tomatoes
Lunch/snacksSide dishesTomatoes

Herbed-Yogurt Baked Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat yogurt1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon marjoram1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Mini's Green Beans
Low cholesterolLow proteinSide dishes

Mini’s Green Beans

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, chopped1 medium onions, chopped2 lbs fresh green beans, cleaned and...

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Creamy Dijon Potato Salad With Basil
PotatoesSaladsSide dishes

Creamy Dijon Potato Salad With Basil

Ingredients: 8 -9 red potatoes, diced1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup ranch dressing2 -3 tablespoons Dijon...

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Creamy Mashed Potato Casserole
CasserolesLow proteinSide dishes

Creamy Mashed Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 5 lbs potatoes, boiled and mashed1 (8 ounce) packages light cream cheese1 cup...

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Mom's Favorite Red Potatoes
PotatoesSide dishesVegetables

Mom’s Favorite Red Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups chopped red potatoes2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic...

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Saffron Rice Pilaf
OnionsRiceSide dishes

Saffron Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 1 cup rice, uncooked2 cups boiling water2 chicken bouillon cubes1 medium onions, chopped1...

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Drunken Pinto Beans
BeansSide dishesVegetables

Drunken Pinto Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb dried pinto beans, picked through and soaked overnight3 1/2 quarts water1/3...

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Simple Creamy Pesto Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Simple Creamy Pesto Pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter100 g mushrooms, sliced60 g prosciutto or 60 g ham, chopped2...

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Summer Squash Bake
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Summer Squash Bake

Ingredients: 6 -7 cups zucchini (shredded or chopped) or 6 -7 cups yellow squash...

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Husband Pleasin' Baked Beans
Ground beefMain dishSide dishes

Husband Pleasin’ Baked Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 medium onions1/4 cup butter3 (15 ounce) cans cans ranch...

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Summertime Garden Veggie Pasta Salad
PastaSaladsSide dishes

Summertime Garden Veggie Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups rotini pasta, drywater, to cook1 dash salt1 dash olive oil2 medium...

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