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
Fluffy buttered garlic jasmine rice tossed with savory coconut aminos and topped with crushed nori flakes.91
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Japanese Sesame Garlic Rice

Fragrant jasmine rice tossed in warm garlic-ginger butter and savory coconut aminos, finished with crispy crushed nori flakes.

25 minVegetarianGluten-free
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
Spicy whipped Greek feta dip swirled in a shallow ceramic bowl, drizzled with olive oil and dusted with oregano.91
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Spicy Whipped Greek Feta Dip

Whipped Greek feta and yogurt blended with spicy jalapeño jack, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon, and oregano for a creamy dip ready in 10 minutes.

10 minVegetarianGluten-free
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
Silky pale green-tinted crema drizzled with avocado oil in a low white ceramic bowl on a light surface.89
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Creamy Jalapeno Avocado Crema

Lush and velvety Tex-Mex crema blended with rich avocado oil, tangy sour cream, Greek yogurt, spicy jalapeño jack, and garlic in 5 minutes.

5 minVegetarianGluten-free
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
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
Warm skillet Mexican corn dip with melted cheddar, sour cream, and diced jalapeno, dusted with smoked paprika.87
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Warm Mexican Corn Dip with Jalapeno and Cheddar

Skillet-toasted corn folded with melted sharp cheddar, creamy sour cream, and spicy jalapeno jack for a warm Mexican-inspired dip.

22 minVegetarianGluten-free
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
A ceramic bowl of creamy mashed potatoes loaded with melted white cheddar cheese and fresh cracked black pepper.86
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Loaded Cheddar Bacon Mashed Potatoes

Velvety gold mashed potatoes folded with sharp white cheddar, creamy sour cream, and rich butter for the ultimate gluten-free comfort side.

30 minVegetarianGluten-free
Silky garlic mashed potatoes in a shallow ceramic bowl topped with melted butter and fresh black pepper.85
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Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Velvety Yukon gold potatoes whipped smooth with melted butter, warm whole milk, tangy sour cream, and tender simmered garlic.

30 minVegetarianGluten-free
Golden-brown sautéed mushrooms glistening with garlic herb butter in a warm ceramic serving dish.85
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Garlic Butter Sauteed Mushrooms

Golden skillet-seared mushrooms tossed in rich garlic herb butter with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice.

15 minVegetarianGluten-free