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Fresh Salads and Sides
Fresh, practical sides and salads that round out a comfort-forward dinner while keeping the added prep manageable.
Fresh balance
Dinner sides
Low-fuss prep
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Cajun Crab Salad
Cool crab salad with a tangy Cajun dressing.
Weeknight Pick
Crunchy Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Grilled chicken, crisp romaine, Parmesan, and creamy Caesar.
Bold Flavor
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Brussels sprouts with crisp caramelized edges.
Fast Dinner
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Golden roasted sweet potatoes with simple savory seasoning.
Quick Comfort
Cajun Crab Salad
This Cajun crab salad is cool, creamy, and ready in 15 minutes — sweet crab and crunch in a tangy Cajun dressing for lettuce cups or toast.
Weeknight Pick
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Caramelized sweet potato cubes roasted with olive oil and warm spices.
Quick Comfort
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Quinoa Salad
15
min active
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40
min total
Protein-packed quinoa bowl with cucumber, olives, chickpeas, and a lemon herb vinaigrette.
Garlic Roasted Green Beans
10
min active
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25
min total
Blistered, tender-crisp green beans tossed with toasted garlic and flaky sea salt.
Sweet Potato Casserole
15
min active
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50
min total
Classic sweet potato casserole with a brown sugar pecan topping, ready in 45 minutes.
Cajun Coleslaw
15
min active
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15
min total
This Cajun coleslaw is crisp, creamy, and a little spicy — a fast, make-ahead side that cuts through anything smoky or fried.
Cajun Shrimp Salad
15
min active
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15
min total
This Cajun shrimp salad is cool, creamy, and ready in 15 minutes — cooked shrimp and crunch in a tangy Cajun dressing for lettuce cups or toast.
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
10
min active
·
30
min total
Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts with crisp caramelized edges and simple seasoning.
Cajun Coleslaw
15
min active
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15
min total
Protein-packed quinoa bowl with cucumber, olives, chickpeas, and a lemon herb vinaigrette.
Cajun Shrimp Salad
15
min active
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15
min total
Protein-packed quinoa bowl with cucumber, olives, chickpeas, and a lemon herb vinaigrette.
Crunchy Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
20
min active
·
30
min total
Protein-packed quinoa bowl with cucumber, olives, chickpeas, and a lemon herb vinaigrette.
Chicken Quinoa Salad
20
min active
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40
min total
Protein-packed quinoa bowl with cucumber, olives, chickpeas, and a lemon herb vinaigrette.
Start Here
Cajun Crab Salad
A cold Cajun crab salad with sweet crab, crunchy celery, and a creamy, lightly spiced dressing.
Weeknight Pick
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Simple roasted sweet potatoes with caramelized edges and natural sweetness.
Quick Comfort
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Quick Questions
Are these recipes meant to be full meals?
This collection is built around salads and sides that support a main dish. Check the individual recipe to see whether it is substantial enough for a lighter meal.
How do I know what to serve them with?
Use the serving suggestions on individual recipes to match flavors, textures, and the amount of work you want to add.
What if I am in a bigger hurry?
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