Find the perfect side dish recipes to complement any meal. From simple roasted vegetables and fresh salads to low-carb favourites and holiday classics, these side dishes are flavourful, easy, and family-friendly.
Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Sour Cream never looked (or tasted) so good! These golden potatoes are roasted to perfection and served over a creamy, flavourful sour cream base—an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish you’ll want on repeat. There’s a reason crispy smashed potatoes were all the rage on TikTok a couple of years ago—and honestly, it’s […]
Crispy, sweet, and savory—this Air Fryer Broccolini with balsamic honey glaze is the ultimate veggie side! It’s quick, easy, and absolutely bursting with flavour. Ever since my air fryer walked into my life, I’m not even kidding—I use it EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I’ve basically stopped using my oven altogether. I’ve been living in a hotel […]
Bright, zesty, and packed with flavour—this easy Sauce with Parsley and citrus is perfect for drizzling over veggies, grilled meats, or grain bowls. It’s a fresh and versatile addition to any meal! You know me and my sauces—I mean, don’t you?! Judging by the sheer number of them on the blog already, I think it’s […]
Craving a quick and flavourful veggie side? This Sauteed Asparagus with Mushrooms is a one-skillet wonder that brings serious steakhouse vibes to your dinner table—without any fuss or hefty price tags. I’m not going to lie… sometimes I forget that the simplest ingredients make the best meals. I mean, being both Italian and a food […]
If you’re a dip person (and let’s be real, who isn’t?), this Blackened Ranch Dip is about to be your new obsession. Smoky, creamy, and packed with bold flavour—it’s everything you didn’t know your snack game was missing. I know I probably don’t have to start this blog post by confessing my undying love for […]
Not sure what to serve with chicken tenders? These easy and delicious Side Dishes for Chicken Tenders are the perfect match for everyone’s favourite crispy bites. When it comes to chicken tenders, there’s no shortage of love. Whether you’re dipping, dunking, or just devouring them on their own, they’re always a crowd-pleaser. But let’s be […]
Looking for the perfect starter or side dish? This restaurant-style House Salad is a fresh, simple option that pairs perfectly with any meal! Are you a French fries or house salad type of person when you go to a restaurant? You know—the classic sidekick that comes with pretty much any burger or sandwich on the […]
Make perfectly tender Instant Pot Broccoli in minutes! This easy recipe features fresh broccoli tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce for a simple, flavourful side dish. No steamer basket needed! In the last home I lived in (OHHHHH, HOW I MISS IT DEARLY!!!!!)… I type this as I’m currently still living out of bags, […]
Crispy, golden Air Fryer Halloumi made in minutes! This easy recipe gives you perfectly cooked halloumi with a deliciously crispy outside and a soft, chewy inside. Perfect for salads, bowls, or snacking! When I first set my sights on halloumi cheese—or should I say when my tastebuds got their first explosion of flavour from it—I […]
If you think green beans are boring, these Balsamic Green Beans are here to prove you wrong! Garlicky, tangy, and topped with creamy feta, they’re the perfect side dish you didn’t know you needed. It honestly NEVER fails. Every single time I make green beans—whether I’m grilling them on the BBQ or serving them up […]
Fresh, crisp, and effortlessly delicious! This Iceberg Lettuce Salad is thinly shredded and dressed with olive oil, salt, and oregano for the perfect light and flavourful side dish. It’s simple, refreshing, and ready in minutes! Ok, guys, this might just be the easiest recipe I’ve ever posted on this blog. You only need four super […]
Craving a crunchy snack? These Air Fryer Pita Chips are golden, crispy, and so easy to make! Perfect for dipping or munching solo—ready in minutes with simple ingredients! I was visiting my parents house in Toronto a few months back. Since I’ve been living across the country from them for so long now (5 years […]
This Creamy Lemon Herb Pastina Salad is the ultimate summer side dish! Light, fresh, and packed with flavour, it’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or meal prep. This time of year is always so funny for me. Growing up in Ontario and being born at the end of March, I’ve had more slushy, snowy, cold, and […]
Looking for a bowl of cozy comfort that’s also healthy? This Broccolini Soup is creamy, flavourful, and the perfect way to enjoy your greens in the most delicious way! I know, I know. We (as a collective society, lol!) always turn to broccoli soup and never broccolini soup. But why?! Broccolini is way more tender […]
Craving a crispy and delicious snack without the hassle? Air Fryer Gnocchi is the answer you didn’t know you needed! Ok, let’s be real. If my nonna or nonno ever laid their eyes on these air fryer gnocchi, they probably would’ve had a heart attack. They cooked gnocchi one way, and one way only and […]