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Side Dish Recipes

Asparagus with Soft Boiled Egg and Crispy Prosciutto

This dish is inspired by a meal I had about 4 years ago that I still think about to the day. I am not sure if the food was just that good, or if it was so tired and hungry from hiking all day – probably a mix of both though. Anyways, the restaurant hadContinue reading “Asparagus with Soft Boiled Egg and Crispy Prosciutto”

Tomato Burrata Salad

This is a fun twist on the famous tiktok feta tomato dish that was all the rage duing the early covid days. This is a colder version that is great for summertime. I roast the tomatoes to get them blistered and let them cool before putting them on top fresh burrata. I then top itContinue reading “Tomato Burrata Salad”

Italian Pasta Salad

Pasta salad is always a good idea! I mean, pasta is always a good idea – and this is the perfect way to eat pasta in the summer when you want something a little colder! I love pasta salad becuase there are so many different ways to make it and its packed with delicious vegetables,Continue reading “Italian Pasta Salad”

Summer Salad

Summer time brings out all the vegetables! They are fresh, delicious, and plentiful. Spring and summer offer some of my favorites – including corn and tomatoes! This salad is a great side dish for a picnic, BBQ, or a light dinner at home. It is refreshing, crunchy, and creamy. It also comes together quickly, whichContinue reading “Summer Salad”

Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

Looking for a light dinner or something to bring to a summer BBQ? This dish is perfect! It is great for a crowd and easy to make ahead of time. This recipe will transport you to the mediterranean and have you thinking you are near the ocean in say, Greece! It is fresh and lightContinue reading “Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad”

Sweet Potato Fries

With summer here, I am all about easy, delicious, healthier dishes! With all the grilling that goes on – especially burgers -fries are always a go-to, but can be super heavy and greasy, which is the last thing I want when its warm outside. These baked sweet potato fries are the perfect swap. They areContinue reading “Sweet Potato Fries”

Garlicky Green Beans

Spring and Summer mean fresh vegetables! Green beans are one of my favorite year round – in the fall/winter I love when they are slow cooked with a ham hock. But in the spring/summer I love them fresh and just slightly softened so you still get that crunch! This recipe is super simple and quickContinue reading “Garlicky Green Beans”

Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower

As spring approaches, I find myself craving lighter, fresher meals. I love Mediterranean inspired meals during the summer because they are light and filling and oh so delicious. This dish is inspired by a recent trip to a little restaurant in Seattle called Sabine. They have delicious dishes that are light, healthy, and filing. whenContinue reading “Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower”

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, garlicky, tangy, and salty – this is how I would describe this dish! The sour cream adds a creaminess with a tangy kick that really brings these potatoes to a new level. Growing up my dad used to always add sour cream to his mashed potatoes and I remember them always being so delicious!Continue reading “Garlic Mashed Potatoes”