Are you frantically trying to get some last-minute cooking done? Well, you still have plenty of time! These last-minute side dishes are perfect to whip up today to serve for your Christmas dinner!
Check out some of these recipes and try something new!
Happy Holidays!
Parmesan Cauliflower
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Make crispy and flavorful roasted Parmesan Cauliflower in a matter of minutes for a quick, healthy, and delicious side dish sure to become a family favorite.
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Cranberry Sweet Potato Bread
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With its comforting flavors and ultra-soft texture, this delicious sweet potato bread is interwoven with dried cranberries and topped with a drizzle of frosting, making it an ideal side dish for a holiday meal.
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Winter Holiday Salad
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This Winter Holiday Salad is loaded with baby greens, pear, pomegranate, pistachios, and goat cheese, topped off with a delicious, sweet, and tangy pomegranate vinaigrette. It’s the perfect salad for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or a regular weeknight dinner!
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Asperges à La Flamande
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Asperges à la Flamande is a classic Belgian side dish, pairing white asparagus with a mashed egg and herb topping. This healthy and delicious recipe can be ready in 20 minutes (or less!) and pairs wonderfully with several mains. It’s a perfect festive side dish.
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Fireweed Honey Roasted Carrots
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The natural sweetness of the carrots, combined with the rich flavor of honey and the aromatic qualities of fresh herbs, creates a comforting and impressive dish. These honey-roasted carrots will become a favorite at your table.
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Bucatini Pomodoro
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Bucatini Pomodoro is a pasta bursting with bright flavors. The pasta is coated in a classic Italian sauce made with San Marzano tomatoes and fresh basil. Now, usually, I would consider pasta to be a main dish, but for a holiday meal, I like to have a few options for all my guests, so I make it as a side dish.
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Caprese Christmas Wreath
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This Caprese Christmas Wreath is the ideal addition to your festive table. Not only is it a delicious and popular salad, but it makes an attractive table centerpiece. Enjoy it as an appetizer or a side dish; it’s perfect to serve alongside hot or cold dishes, meat, fish, or poultry.
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Cheesy Green Bean Casserole With Cherry Tomatoes
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With two kinds of cheese, green beans, and cherry tomatoes, this Cheesy Green Bean Casserole is a tasty and healthy side or even a light entrée! It’s a perfect festive side dish.
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Potatoes au Gratin – Dauphinoise Potatoes
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Dauphinoise Potatoes, or Potatoes au Gratin, are a classic French dish consisting of thinly sliced potatoes cooked in cream and topped with nutty Gruyère cheese. They are luxuriously rich, wonderfully tender, and incredibly delicious. Since they are so heavy, I usually make them for special occasions.
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Crispy Roasted Potatoes
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Want to make the ultimate crispy roasted potatoes for your holiday meal? You might think that roasted potatoes are one of those things that you can just throw in the oven, but if you want the most delicious roast potatoes, then follow this recipe. trust me.
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Wirsing German Savoy Cabbage
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This creamy Wirsing (German savoy cabbage) is a comforting and delicious side dish. This family recipe is perfect for serving special occasions such as Christmas or Sunday lunches and dinners when the whole family comes together.
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Spicy Green Beans
This quick one-skillet recipe makes these spicy green beans crunchy and delicious. It’s perfect for any night of the week.
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Green Beans Almondine
This recipe elevates the simple green bean to a gourmet level, delivering a delectable and uncomplicated dish. It features vivid French-style green beans mingled with rich brown butter, aromatic almonds (hence the term ‘almondine’), delicate shallots, fragrant garlic, and a dash of lemon for a refreshing finish.
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Crispy Air Fryer Green Bean Fries
The crunch and crispiness of Air Fryer Green Bean Fries are irresistibly addictive. Once you’ve tried them, you’ll be tempted to make them a weekly treat as a snack or a delightful alternative to traditional fries.
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Green Beans With Lemon and Garlic Recipe
This Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic recipe is an ideal accompaniment for your garden-fresh green beans. It’s quick and easy, requiring just about 10 minutes to prepare.
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Poriyal: South Indian Coconut Stir Fry
Poriyal, also known as Thoran, is a South Indian dish featuring a coconut stir-fry with green beans or a variety of other vegetables. It’s a versatile and delightful side dish that brings a fresh taste to any Indian meal.
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Old-Fashioned Three Bean Salad
This Old-Fashioned Three-Bean Salad is a timeless favorite for potlucks! This straightforward recipe combines green beans, white beans, and kidney beans, all mixed in a zesty, mildly sweet, and herb-infused dressing. It’s a naturally gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-friendly option, making this wholesome chilled salad ideal for any meal.
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Balsamic Green Beans
The tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar, paired with the earthy notes of walnuts and sautéed green beans, creates a delightful and healthy side dish that’s incredibly simple to prepare!
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Green Bean and Tomato Salad
When you’re torn between choosing fresh green beans or a Caprese salad as a side, this simple recipe offers the perfect solution! It’s an easy Italian green bean salad that’s vibrant and delightful and pairs wonderfully with diverse main courses.
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Sweet Potato Salad Recipe
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Packed with vibrant colors, rich flavors, and nutritious ingredients, this dish strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory elements, sure to excite your palate and have you coming back for seconds. It will definitely be among your top salad choices.
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Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
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This Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole is an essential classic for your holiday feast. It features warm spices and a subtle sweetness and is a true favorite among guests!
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Spicy Szechuan Green Beans
Green beans are incredibly versatile and readily absorb the flavors you introduce. This recipe delivers some heat but can be easily adjusted to match your preferred taste level.
Spicy Szechuan green beans are ideal for a swift side dish that packs some heat.
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Bacon Mushroom Green Bean Pasta
Bacon Mushroom Green Bean Pasta makes an ideal dinner to highlight your garden’s fresh green beans. The beans are cooked alongside the pasta and mixed with a straightforward cream sauce brimming with bacon, mushrooms, and onions.
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Asian Lentil and Green Bean Salad With Sesame Dressing
This Asian Lentil and Green Bean Salad is topped with Sesame Dressing. It’s so delicious that I’ve prepared it twice last week. The sesame ginger dressing perfectly complements the crunchy vegetables.
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Sautéed Green Beans With Red Peppers & Almonds
This sautéed green beans recipe brims with garlic, red peppers, Parmesan cheese, and toasted slivered almonds. It’s a delectable vegetable side dish that brings color and flavor to any meal and can be whipped up in under 20 minutes!
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Italian Green Bean Salad
This chilled Italian green bean salad is an effortless side dish ideal for any occasion. You can adapt the vegetables to the season (or to what you have in the house- making it a perfect last-minute side dish) and mix in an assortment of cheeses and herbs for variety. Combine it with a Fat-Free Italian Dressing for a delightfully light, low-calorie option, or choose your preferred Italian vinaigrette from the store. It’s speedy to prepare, vibrant, and utterly tasty!
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Roasted Sweet Potato and Acorn Squash Winter Salad
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This vibrant sheet-pan dinner features some of my favorite winter produce: sweet acorn squash, velvety sweet potatoes, and tangy pomegranate seeds. The Winter Salad is a nutritious accompaniment that requires minimal effort and even less cleanup.
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Cranberry Rosemary Sauce
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This Cranberry Rosemary Sauce melds the tartness of cranberries with the richness of balsamic vinegar, the earthiness of rosemary, and a hint of sweetness to form an ideal accompaniment for roasted meats.
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes With Chipotle
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Consider this simple Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle recipe for a delightful new addition to your holiday feast! It boasts a lusciously creamy consistency with a unique blend of sweet, spicy, and smoky flavors, making these make-ahead sweet potatoes a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Smoky and Savory Sweet Potato Casserole
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Smoky and savory notes complement the natural sweetness of the potatoes. Their tender texture contrasts delightfully with the crunchiness of panko breadcrumbs and the crispness of bacon.
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Cranberry Sauce With Oranges
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A fresh cranberry sauce with oranges offers a delightful twist on the traditional favorite. It boasts a vivid hue and an ideal mix of sweetness and tartness. This simple recipe melds the citrusy sweetness of oranges with the sharp tang of cranberries, resulting in a perfectly balanced flavor profile that accompanies roast turkey or any festive dish.
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Sweet Potato Soufflé
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This simple Sweet Potato Soufflé recipe combines mashed sweet potatoes with a handful of basic ingredients. It’s garnished with pecans and a dusting of brown sugar. Presented in casserole form, it makes an ideal accompaniment for any Thanksgiving or Christmas meal.
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