Sides & Vegetables

Portuguese smashed potatoes are a spectacular way to update that same-old side dish. Crisp outside, tender inside, and doused with salty garlic and oil.

If you've been looking for a gorgeously cheesy, autumn side filled with potatoes, pumpkin, and lots of cheese, we've got good news for you. You're going to love it.

Looking for an easier way to cook quinoa? This recipe, from America's Test Kitchen, takes the trickiness out of this amazing ingredient.

An easy combo of roasted beets and feta are drizzled with an incredible, caramelized dressing. Served warm, the flavors are even better.

With a container full of this cheesy dough, you can roll out crisp bread sticks at a moments notice--but don't say we didn't warn you!

A spectacular crust filled with sweet onions and nutty cheese. Sounds amazing, right? A riff on French onion soup in tart form.

If you're familiar with Caribbean food, you know how good jerk seasoning is. It adds a deeply spiced flavor to everything it touches and makes these lentils extraordinary.

Flipping out a perfectly golden, crisp, and intact tahdig is one of the greatest kitchen tricks you'll ever perform. And just wait until you taste it.

Who says Brussels sprouts aren't comfort food? When roasted with potatoes and pancetta, nearly anything becomes a comfort, we say.

A satiating, simple meal that is Italian food at its best--full of robust flavors and easy prep. Serve as a side or on its own with a slice of homemade bread.

A pretty quick simmer turns field peas and snap beans into a pot full of Southern perfection. The pot liquor that you end up with is tasty as heck, too.

Nachos are always a welcome dinner--or snack--but sometimes you want something even more special. A base of crisp potato nuggets are just the thing.

This herby vegan kale salad makes up for other boring salads. Tart apples, pecans, and a creamy dressing give a blast of taste and texture you'll love.

A sweet, salty, and spicy eggplant dish that's even better than takeout. Brining then frying in a blazing hot wok gives it a spectacular finish.

An exceptionally tasty way to prepare a side of supergreens that'll give your dinner a little boost. Red pepper flakes and raw garlic make it even better.

A quick and easy pasta dish that makes the most of all the veggies you could possibly have on hand. Plus halloumi cheese? Sign us up.

A terrific snack, appie, or side dish, that nearly everyone will devour. Crispy fried vegetables dipped in your choice of sauce? Yes, please!

If you took all the best summer veggies, chopped 'em up and dressed them in a liltingly sweet and tangy dressing, you'd end up with this stunning salad.

A fake-out pizza for the low-carb crowd. It's seriously good, even without the dough. Layers of veggies and cheese make it filling and tasty.

A simple little salad that uses height of summer tomatoes to great effect. A dash of Middle Eastern spices and salty cheese make it perfect.