Sides recipes

Side dishes for the grill and the stovetop, from grilled vegetables to baked pastas and fritters. Grilled vegetables are a big part of this category: Zesty Marinated Grilled Vegetables, Sweet and Smoky Grilled Peppers, Easy BBQ Grilled Corn and a Grilled Zucchini and Squash Foil Packet, plus Blackstone and skillet versions for days when the grill stays cold.

You will also find comfort sides such as Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese, Zucchini Corn Fritters, Cast Iron Skillet Jalapeno Cornbread and Southern classics. Cooking times are in the titles, and many dishes take 15 to 40 minutes, so they fit around a main course. Check the serving counts before a crowd: some recipes make four portions, others eight or twelve.

Chicken Pesto Pine Nut Pasta in 25 Minutes

Silky Chicken Pesto Pine Nut Pasta

4.50 (6 Ratings)

A nutty and herbaceous meal featuring Chicken Pesto Pine Nut Pasta. This guide includes the cooking process for a smooth result. Start cooking today.

Creamy Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes in 35 Minutes

Creamy Pesto Chicken

4.50 (8 Ratings)

Oven bake your Creamy Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes. This guide includes the recipe specs and takes 35 minutes total to prepare and serve.

Chicken Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes in 45 Minutes

Chicken Pesto Pasta

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Savor this Chicken Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes. Our ingredients and substitutes list helps busy parents prepare a zesty, rich dinner in no time.

Chicken Thighs Pesto Pasta with Penne

Chicken Thighs Pesto Pasta

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Succulent chicken and penne come together in this Chicken Thighs Pesto Pasta. Learn why this method works for a silky sauce in our detailed guide.

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta in 30 Minutes

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Our step by step cooking guide shows you how to keep the sauce smooth and glossy. This Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is ideal for busy families.

Crispy Zucchini Corn Fritters with Lime

Zucchini Corn Fritters with Lime

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Fresh zucchini, sweet corn, and cornstarch make these Zucchini Corn Fritters. This guide includes a section on customizing your batch in 40 minutes.

Crispy Zucchini Corn Fritters With Yogurt Sauce

Crispy Zucchini Corn Fritters

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Golden and crisp Zucchini Corn Fritters. Learn the moisture removal method in the section Why This Recipe Works. Great for a bright summer starter.

Authentic Italian Zucchini Flower Fritters

Zucchini Flower Fritters

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Zucchini Flower Fritters with a shattering crust. The guide includes a detailed look at how to fry the blossoms for a golden finish. Ready in 30 minutes.

Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Yogurt Sauce

Zucchini Fritters with Feta

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Zucchini Fritters with a golden crust and tangy center. This guide includes a detailed cooking process to ensure a crisp finish. Ready in 25 minutes.

Crispy Italian Zucchini Fritters

Italian Zucchini Fritters

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Squeeze the zucchini before frying these Italian Zucchini Fritters. Includes a guide for fixing common fritter issues and takes 35 minutes total.

Crispy Zucchini Fritters Greek

Zucchini Fritters Greek with Feta

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Want to make authentic Zucchini Fritters Greek? These savory patties use feta for flavor and include a detailed guide on how to make the fritters.

Crispy Zucchini Potato Fritters

Zucchini Potato Fritters

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Use a salt-and-squeeze method for these Zucchini Potato Fritters. This guide includes steps for the best crunch and takes 45 minutes in total.

Failure-Proof Zucchini Corn Fritters

Zucchini Corn Fritters

3.83 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 35 minutes, Zucchini Corn Fritters stay crisp with our moisture-removal tip. Includes quick recipe specs to help you get dinner on the table.

Crispy Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritters in 30 Minutes

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Zucchini Fritters with a golden crust. Read our guide on what each ingredient does to ensure a crisp result. These are ready in just 30 minutes.

Low-Sugar Balsamic Veggie Kabobs

Balsamic Veggie Kabobs for 12 Skewers

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Vegetables often burn before they soften on the grill. These Balsamic Veggie Kabobs use a uniform chop for even cooking and include an ingredient role table.

Grilled Cherry Tomato Skewers with Garlic

Grilled Cherry Tomato Skewers

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Party hosts can serve Grilled Cherry Tomato Skewers as a bright starter. The Quick Recipe Snapshot explains how 10 minutes of heat creates a charred crust.

Grilled Veggie Skewers with Zucchini and Peppers

Grilled Veggie Skewers

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 27 minutes, Grilled Veggie Skewers are a hit. This guide to Grilled Vegetable Kabobs includes a quick details summary for a fast dinner.

Vibrant Indian Spiced Grilled Vegetables

Indian Spiced Grilled Vegetables

4.00 (4 Ratings)

Home cooks will love these Indian Spiced Grilled Vegetables. This guide includes quick recipe specs for a smoky, charred finish in 60 minutes.

Mediterranean Grilled Veggies in 20 Minutes

Mediterranean Grilled Veggies

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Smoky and charred Mediterranean Grilled Veggies make a vibrant side dish. Check the section on what each ingredient does to get the sear right.

Pan Roasted Grilling Vegetables in 30 Minutes

Pan Roasted Grilling Vegetables

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Want to make Pan Roasted Grilling Vegetables indoors? This cast iron method creates a deep sear and includes the char logic for a zesty citrus finish.

Indoor Grilled Vegetable Medley: Cast Iron Searing

Indoor Grilled Vegetable Medley

4.00 (6 Ratings)

Indoor Grilled Vegetable Medley with a smoky char without the outdoor grill. Check out the essential pan and tools list. Ready in 25 minutes.

Stovetop Grill Pan Veggies in 25 Minutes

Stovetop Grill Pan Veggies

4.86 (7 Ratings)

Ready in 25 min, these Stovetop Grill Pan Veggies are a vibrant side. Our guide to simple searing steps ensures a smoky char without a backyard grill.

Mediterranean Pan Grilled Vegetables

Pan Grilled Vegetables

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Zucchini, red onion, and bell pepper create these Pan Grilled Vegetables. Get helpful searing tips for a charred, tender result in 25 minutes.