Rice Pilaf is an easy side dish that goes with just about anything you're having for dinner! Anytime I have an opportunity to add extra vegetables into a dish, I do it. It's not easy to get all of those vegetable servings in, especially for the kids. That's why I've always added extra veggies ...
Side Dishes
What to Serve with Tilapia
Tilapia is one of those entrees that is super quick and easy. Every mom's dream, right? Then you realize that tilapia fillets, while a healthy and easy weeknight dinner option, are NOT filling. If you have hungry kids to feed, you're going to need some side dishes. Tilapia is a delicate fish with ...
Healthy Broccoli Salad Recipe
This Healthy Broccoli Salad recipe with Greek yogurt is a healthy twist on classic broccoli salad!Is it weird that one of my guilty pleasures is broccoli salad? I crave it almost the way my husband craves Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. The thing is, I never actually make the broccoli salad that I ...
Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe
This Air Fryer Asparagus is crispy and addicting. It's an easy and quick side dish that pairs well with almost any healthy meal! Here's the deal. I've had my air fryer for a long time now. I think I got it for Christmas 2019? But this is my first air fryer recipe I'm publishing on Happy ...
Edamame Salad Recipe (Easy!)
This Edamame Salad is so vibrant and fresh. It's filled with good-for-you ingredients and topped with a delicious almond butter dressing. It can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a simple side dish. You've GOT to try this. This salad is super easy to make and great for meal prep. Just keep the ...
Gluten-Free Flatbread Recipe (Dairy free, too!)
This Gluten-Free Flatbread is super easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It's a game changer! When I first discovered this recipe, I made it three times in two days because it's that good and I was that excited about it. Â Sometimes when I make a new recipe and it turns ...
Best Ever Crispy Smashed Potatoes
These are the BEST EVER Crispy Smashed Potatoes. They're an easy and delicious side dish that goes with just about any meal! These Crispy Smashed Potatoes have been deemed the favorite side dish of every member of my family, so naturally I had to share the recipe here on the blog. If you've ...
Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
These Loaded Sweet Potato Fries will be a hit at any gathering! They are healthy, fresh, and delicious! This is the type of recipe that makes you realize that healthy food isn't about deprivation. Healthy eating doesn't have to be boring, flavorless, or feel like you're missing out. These Loaded ...
Maple Brussels Sprouts Recipe
These Maple Brussels Sprouts are sautéd to perfection and are the best combination of salty with a touch of sweetness. Easy enough for weeknight dinners and fabulous enough for your holiday menu! I have some good news for you. Amazing news, actually. If you want to make the kind of recipes you ...
Best Ever Healthy Green Bean Casserole (Gluten Free AND Dairy Free!)
This Healthy Green Bean Casserole is made 100% from scratch with nourishing ingredients! It's lightened up and a vegan and gluten-free side dish that will be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving menu. Classic Green Bean Casserole was first invented in 1955 by the Campbell's Soup Company. ...
Coconut Rice Recipe (Instant Pot and Stove Top Instructions)
This Coconut Rice will become a staple recipe in your kitchen. It's quick, easy, and is a delicious side dish the whole family loves. I think everyone should have a staple rice recipe. Plain brown or white rice can get boring and bland which is why I came up with my Ginger Jasmine Rice. Then ...
Zucchini Gratin Recipe (Lightened up!)
This Zucchini Gratin recipe is made without heavy cream, but it isn't lacking in flavor. You'll love this lightened up version for a healthy side dish!It's that time of year.....summer veggies are in season! There's so many different zucchini and summer squash recipes I love making in the summer ...