25 Side Dishes That'll Make Your Main Course Jealous!

Your main course may have the spotlight, but these 25 side dishes are here to steal the show and make everyone forget about the main event!

Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Blackstone Brussel Spouts with bacon in a white bowl with a fork. — Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Cook up delicious Brussels sprouts with bacon on your Blackstone Griddle. It's a mouthwatering side dish that the whole family will love!
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Instant Pot Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower

This Instant Pot Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower is absolutely delicious! It's a fantastic low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. You'll adore the creamy texture and the savory garlic butter flavors in this cheesy cauliflower mash.
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Pineapple Habanero Salsa

This pineapple habanero salsa recipe combines roasted tomatoes, onions, habanero peppers, and pineapple to create a sweet and spicy condiment. It's ideal for dipping with chips, topping a meal, or adding zest to Mexican dishes.
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Easy Blackstone Broccoli Recipe

Cooking broccoli on the Blackstone Griddle is a breeze! You’ll have tender, flavorful broccoli ready in no time. It's a perfect keto side that pairs effortlessly with any protein.
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Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Roasted potatoes and green beans are a tasty and simple side dish! They provide complex carbs and starch, so just add your favorite protein. Plus, they're vegan and gluten-free!
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Mexican Street Corn Salad

When you’re tired of the same old thing, a bowl of Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad will spice up your menu! This fun summer side dish is loaded with freshly grilled corn, chunks of ripe avocado, juicy tomatoes, and all the street corn toppings you want!
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Zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle

Get perfectly cooked zucchini on the Blackstone Griddle—quick, easy, and healthy! These zucchini are low in carbs, making them a great choice for keto and paleo diets.
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Sauteed Cast Iron Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Sauteed Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Bacon in a white bowl with red pepper flakes, a spoon, and a fork. — Sauteed Cast Iron Brussel Sprouts with Bacon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Sautéed Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Bacon is a quick, flavorful side dish with just 5 ingredients. Using a cast iron skillet makes prep and clean-up a breeze!
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Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower (Keto & Gluten Free)

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower in a white bowl with a spoon, parsley, butter, salt, and black pepper. — Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower (Keto & Gluten Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower is a fantastic low-carb substitute for potatoes! These creamy, buttery mashed cauliflower make a healthy and delicious side dish.
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Roasted Garlic Parmesan Asparagus

Quick and easy roasted garlic parmesan asparagus. Simply seasoned with avocado oil, sea salt, pepper and parmesan cheese.
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Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts in a white bowl with a spoon. — Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Cooking frozen Brussels sprouts in the air fryer is unbelievably easy! In just about 15 minutes, from freezer to air fryer, you'll have perfectly cooked sprouts ready to enjoy!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle

Blackstone Asparagus on white plate. — Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Cooking asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly simple! This healthy side dish features crispy grilled asparagus with just garlic, salt, pepper, and oil. It's quick and easy to make!
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Air Fryer Radishes

Making Air Fryer Radishes is super easy with just a few ingredients. They're a fantastic low carb, low-calorie side dish that adds a pop of color to your plate!
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Air Fryer Peppers and Onions

Air Fryer Peppers and Onions are wonderfully sweet and flavorful! They're incredibly simple to prepare and ready in about 10 minutes! Cooking them in the Air Fryer is a breeze!
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Green Beans with Garlic Butter

Green beans with pine nuts on a plate. — Green Beans with Garlic Butter. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Take your veggies up a notch with this simple garlic butter green bean recipe. Seasoned to perfection and bursting with flavor, it's a side dish you won't want to miss out on.
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Crispy Low Carb French Fries

Keto French Fries on the table with ketchup and mayo. — Crispy Low Carb French Fries. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Introducing extra crunchy and crispy Low Carb French Fries that rival the real deal. This gluten-free side dish, free of vegetables, promises a memorable culinary experience.
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Air Fryer Red Potatoes

Air fried red potatoes in an air fryer basket. — Air Fryer Red Potatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer red potatoes are incredibly easy to make, healthy, delicious, and make the perfect side dish for any meal.
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Marinated Brussels Sprouts

Marinated Brussels Sprouts are dressed in a savory vinaigrette of shallots, rosemary, and honey, creating a delightful blend of savory, earthy, and subtly sweet flavors. Perfect as an appetizer, potluck dish, easy dinner side, or even as a standalone salad.
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Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

This turkey bacon-wrapped asparagus recipe is a simple, delicious, and versatile side dish for any meal. The salty, crispy turkey bacon complements the tender, sweet asparagus perfectly, making it a dish you'll want to enjoy again and again!
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Parmesan Garlic Corn Ribs

Corn on the cob with garlic parmesan on a black plate. — Parmesan Garlic Corn Ribs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Who doesn’t love a new take on a classic? Parmesan-Garlic Corn Ribs are exactly that! Let me tell you, these ribs are seriously delicious. They're packed with garlic, cheesy goodness, a touch of sweetness, and they're irresistible from the first bite to the last!
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Popeyes Coleslaw

Crisp and refreshing, coleslaw is a timeless side dish that pairs beautifully with a range of main courses. This recipe combines shredded cabbage, carrots, and a creamy dressing for a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Whether it's served at a barbecue, picnic, or alongside grilled favorites, coleslaw adds a delightful crunch to every plate.
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Worcestershire Green Beans

Worcestershire green beans are fresh green beans sautéed to a tender-crisp perfection in a flavorful Worcestershire and shallot sauce. This easy side dish is ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight meal yet impressive enough for any celebratory occasion.
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Brown Sugar Baked Sweet Potato Slices

Baked sweet potato slices on a cutting board with a spoon. — Brown Sugar Baked Sweet Potato Slices. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Soft and creamy on the inside, with a delightful spice of cinnamon and ginger on the outside, these oven-roasted sweet potatoes offer a lighter twist on candied yams. They're a must-have for your holiday table!
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Garlicky Green Beans with Fried Onions

A straightforward yet impressive side dish perfect for holiday tables, these Garlicky Green Beans with Fried Onions provide a delicious alternative to traditional green bean casserole.
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White Bean Apple Cabbage Slaw

A white plate with cabbage slaw, sliced apples, and white beans on a metal sheet pan with a beige linen napkin. — White Bean Apple Cabbage Slaw. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Searching for a versatile side dish that's perfect for any potluck or BBQ? Try this crunchy and tangy apple cabbage slaw with white beans, dressed in a flavorful apple cider vinaigrette. It's easy to make and sure to be a hit!
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