Easy 15-Minute Side Dishes
Need something quick to go with that main dish? These recipes for 15-minute sides will help you get dinner on the table in a flash.
Summer Squash Ribbons With Lemon and Parmesan
Dress up strips of squash with a little olive oil, lemon juice, and shaved Parmesan for a simple, summery side—no cooking needed.
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Chili-Lime Snap Peas
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Sautéed Spinach With Basil
Toss in fresh basil leaves at the end to give wilted spinach an herbal twist.
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Three-Bean Salad
Combine cannellini beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas for an easy no-cook option.
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Couscous With Apricot Vinaigrette
Warm up apricot preserves and whisk in oil, white wine vinegar, and salt and pepper to create the sweet and tangy vinaigrette.
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Couscous With Cranberries and Almonds
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Pea, Feta, and Crispy Prosciutto Salad
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Carrot and Apple Slaw With Raisins
This fresh, crisp slaw uses Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise for a lighter, healthier take.
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Green Beans With Almond-and-Lemon Brown Butter
The deliciously nutty brown butter sauce takes just 2 minutes to make.
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Garlicky Green Beans With Pine Nuts
You can prep part of this 15-minute side dish in advance: Boil the beans until tender, plunge into an ice bath, drain, and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
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Spring Pea Salad
Mild goat cheese balances out the piquant capers, shallot, and lemon zest.
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Grilled Asparagus With Manchego
Sprinkle the dish with smoked paprika to enhance the smokiness of the grilled vegetables.
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Roasted Asparagus With Olive Vinaigrette
Jazz up tender, caramelized asparagus with a zippy dressing of chopped olives, parsley, vinegar, and oil.
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Kale, Radicchio, and Orange Salad
Orange segments help sweeten up this fresh, healthy salad; chopped cashews add a salty crunch.
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Curried Tomatoes and Chickpeas
Scallions, ginger, and curry transform plain tomatoes and chickpeas into a deliciously unexpected side dish.
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Tomatoes With Ranch Dressing
The recipe calls for fresh dill, but any soft herb will work with this dressing. Try basil, chives, or thyme.
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Sauteed Corn and Lima Beans
The sweet corn complements the peppery arugula in this 10-minute side.
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Corn Salad With Feta and Walnuts
You can use raw or cooked corn in this recipe; raw kernels will be juicier and crisper.