Clean sides recipes

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Fluffy coconut jasmine rice served in a shallow ceramic bowl, lightly steaming.92
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Thai Coconut Jasmine Rice

Fragrant Thai jasmine rice simmered in creamy coconut milk and coconut oil with gentle warmth from ginger and garlic.

23 minVegetarianVegan
A bowl of seasoned white rice flecked with chopped red kimchi and topped with delicate strips of dark nori.91
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Korean Kimchi and Nori Seasoned Rice

Fluffy steamed jasmine rice tossed with tangy chopped kimchi, umami coconut aminos, rich avocado oil, and crisp nori ribbons.

25 minVegetarianVegan
Glossy, pan-crisped savory garlic crumbles tossed with herbs and cider vinegar in a shallow ceramic serving dish.91
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Sauteed Peas with Crispy Bacon

Crisp savory garlic crumbles pan-tossed with aromatic herbs and tangy apple cider vinegar create a quick, gluten-free skillet side.

15 minVegetarianVegan
Glass jar filled with golden olive oil and vinegar pickling escabeche with garlic slices and herbs.90
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Quick Pickled Jalapeno Peppers

Rich Mexican escabeche pickling brine warmed with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, and dual vinegars in under 15 minutes.

12 minVegetarianVegan
Creamy swirled tahini hummus in a ceramic bowl topped with extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of ground paprika.88
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Creamy Homemade Tahini Hummus

Whip tender chickpeas with rich sesame tahini, fresh lemon, and olive oil in 15 minutes for an ultra-smooth Middle Eastern dip.

15 minVegetarianVegan
A shallow ceramic bowl of velvety mashed sweet potatoes drizzled with warm golden ghee and dusted with cinnamon.88
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Maple Ghee

Tender steamed sweet potatoes whipped with warm ghee, a touch of maple syrup, and fragrant spices for an easy, velvety side.

25 minVegetarianVegan
Golden roasted sweet potato wedges with spiced caramelized edges piled on a white ceramic serving platter.88
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Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

Crisp roasted sweet potato wedges tossed in avocado oil and warm smoked spices, baked to tender caramelized perfection.

38 minVegetarianVegan
Creamy skillet refried pinto beans in a cast iron pan with a rustic wooden spoon.88
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Skillet Refried Pinto Beans with Zesty Salsa

Velvety skillet refried pinto beans simmered with rich avocado oil, ground cumin, and zesty salsa for a quick, wholesome side.

20 minVegetarianVegan
Creamy white bean dip swirled in a shallow ceramic bowl, drizzled with olive oil and dusted with dried oregano.87
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Creamy Garlic White Bean Dip

Silky cannellini beans blended with rich tahini, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic dried oregano for a vibrant Mediterranean dip in 10 minutes.

10 minVegetarianVegan
Vibrant yellow turmeric basmati rice in a shallow bowl topped with plump raisins and golden toasted sliced almonds.87
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Middle Eastern Spiced Turmeric Rice

Fluffy basmati rice infused with golden turmeric, cardamom, and cumin, finished with sweet raisins and toasted sliced almonds.

30 minVegetarianVegan
Glossy roasted mushrooms coated in dark balsamic glaze on an off-white ceramic dish.86
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Balsamic Glazed Roasted Mushrooms

Tender roasted mushrooms coated in a savory, caramelized balsamic glaze with fragrant garlic, thyme, and Italian herbs.

23 minVegetarianVegan
Golden, crispy roasted potato cubes speckled with dried herbs and crushed garlic in a shallow white ceramic bowl.86
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Crispy Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Crisp, golden roasted potato cubes seasoned with crushed garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, and fragrant dried thyme and oregano.

40 minVegetarianVegan