Sides
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Fast & Fresh Chickpea Salmon Salad
This Fast & Fresh Chickpea Salmon or Tuna Salad is one of those recipes I love having in my back pocket—especially when the weather is warm and the last thing I want to do is turn on the oven. This fresh Chickpea Salmon or Tuna Salad is packed with protein, bright lemon flavor, and colorful…
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Simple Mediterranean Pasta
Simple Mediterranean Pasta is one of those easy dinners that feels fresh, vibrant, and satisfying without requiring hours in the kitchen. It comes together almost as easily as a basic pot of spaghetti, but the flavor is anything but ordinary. Every bite is packed with bright citrusy notes, earthy herbs, savory sausage, creamy cheese, and…
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Easy Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is about to become your new favorite salad for potlucks, meal prep lunches, warm weather dinners, or those days when cooking sounds absolutely exhausting. It’s crisp, refreshing, protein-packed, and full of bright tangy flavor that makes an ordinary green salad feel a little boring in comparison. The beauty of this salad…
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Savory Sourdough Snack Crackers
These Seasoned Cheesy Crackers with Sourdough Discard are crispy, tangy, savory little bites that disappear almost as quickly as they come out of the oven. I want to say they taste similar to those cheesy orange crackers from the grocery store… but honestly, these feel like the homemade upgraded version. They have a richer cheesy…
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Turkey Ramen Salad with Peanut Dressing
This Turkey Ramen Salad with Peanut Dressing is such a game changer on a hot day. The savory ground turkey, crisp vegetables, chewy noodles, and creamy tangy lime peanut dressing all come together into one refreshing and flavor-packed bowl. One of my favorite things about this recipe is how flexible it is for busy days.…
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Tangy Lime Cabbage Slaw
This healthy Tangy Lime Cabbage Slaw comes together in minutes and adds the perfect bright, crunchy texture to so many meals. Using a pre-bagged cabbage, broccoli, and kale slaw mix keeps things extra simple, making this one of my favorite quick side dishes for busy weeknights. The creamy lime dressing adds just the right balance…
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Tangy Sourdough Pie Crust
This is my go-to pie crust. It uses up sourdough discard, freezes beautifully, and works just as well for savory pies as it does for sweet ones. It can be blind baked, par-baked, or used as both a bottom and top crust—truly a staple in my kitchen. When I get a little overzealous feeding my…
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Crispy Oven-Baked Potato Wedges
Who doesn’t love a crispy French fry? This healthier oven-baked potato wedge version is a crowd-pleaser in our home. The key is cutting the potatoes into thick wedges and soaking them in baking soda and salt water for at least 20 minutes (or even overnight!). These oven-baked potato wedges are an easy recipe, healthier than…
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🍋 Simple Lemon Arugula Salad
If you need a fresh, simple side to brighten up your dinner, this Simple Lemon Arugula Salad is one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again. It’s light, peppery, and tossed with a quick lemon dressing that comes together in minutes. This salad pairs beautifully with richer meals—like a hearty turkey loaf…
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🥕 Simple Roasted Carrots and Vegetables
If you’re looking for a simple, go-to vegetable side that pairs with just about anything, these Simple Roasted Carrots and Vegetables are it. This is one of those recipes I come back to again and again—chop a few vegetables, toss them with olive oil and seasonings, and let the oven do the work. On busy…