Category: Side Dish
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Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and Goat Cheese
I am a self-professed salad junkie. 9 times out of 10 if I am going out to eat at a restaurant I am ordering a salad. Generally they get a bad rap for being boring and basic but that is not always the case. This salad is full of flavor and textures while also being…
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Mexican Corn Salad
This just might be my new favorite summer side dish. It has everything I look for in a dish: flavor, texture, and sustenance. Every component of this salad punches its way through to give you the most delicious bite. It is the perfect accompaniment to any lunch, dinner, or even just as good just on…
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Roasted Baby Potatoes with Harissa Yogurt
A crispy, golden roasted potato tends to triumph all other side dishes and steals the show. I don’t think I’ve ever met someone that didn’t like crispy potatoes, and if I have clearly they weren’t very memorable. The humble potato is one of the most versatile ingredients to work with. It might not seem that…
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Grilled Vegetable Panzanella
Tis the season for vibrant, fresh vegetables. Zucchini and squash grow rampant throughout gardens all over. This grilled vegetable panzanella is a delicious way to use up some of the fresh produce made readily available during the summer. A panzanella is a Tuscan salad typically consisting of tomatoes, onions, and bread. This version adds grilled…
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Gorgonzola & Pea Risotto
It’s no secret that I am a huge risotto fan. I love its flexibility, adaptability and creamy, comforting texture. I also love strong, funky cheeses and that’s why this specific risotto recipe may be my new favorite! The process of making this is very similar to that of my Truffle Mushroom Risotto https://nikoleskitchen.com/2021/01/27/truffle-mushroom-risotto/ . The…
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Curried Couscous with Dried Cherries
There’s something about couscous that makes it the perfect base for sides and salads. The fluffy couscous granules cling to any ingredients added to it, creating a homogeneous, satisfying dish. It can be used with any type of flavor profiles or cuisine styles. On top of couscous’s unparalleled versatility it is insanely quick to cook.…
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Heirloom Tomato Tart
Is there anything better than a buttery, flaky puff pastry lathered in garlicky, herbaceous ricotta and fresh heirloom tomatoes? The answer is a resounding no. This tart is decadently delicious and super simple to make. Each ingredient shines through without having to be dressed up. This dish is a humble showcase of beautiful, vibrant juicy…
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Steak Kabobs with Greek Orzo Salad and Tzatziki
There’s just something about Mediterranean food that reminds me of summer. It could be the bright lemon flavor or crisp, fresh vegetables often found in the dishes that have me dreaming of warmer days. It’s a culture of food that makes you feel happy and light. This dinner is one I created with those exact…
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Roasted Broccoli, Romesco, Manchego
Broccoli is an insanely versatile vegetable. Its sturdy enough to be roasted, riced, diced and delicious eaten raw too. There’s probably a million ways that broccoli could be prepared, and this is just one of my favorite ways. If you’re looking at the title and still thinking to yourself ‘I have no idea what Romesco…
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Lemon Dijon Potato Salad
This potato salad is no joke. It is full of flavor and so easy to make. All together it took me around 25 minutes to make this potato salad. It is tangy and bright from the lemon, sharp from the shallots and the creamy potatoes balance it out so nicely. This potato salad is the…