Category: Sides, Salads & Appetizers
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Easy Pesto Pasta Recipe
This quick and easy pesto pasta recipe is a favorite family side or a super simple and very flavorful weeknight dinner. It comes together easily with limited ingredients and a light and bright basil and spinach pesto. I love the simplicity of these ingredients and that half of them are staples. You have the…
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Roasted Broccoli with Crunchy Ramen Noodles
Roasted broccoli covered in a light, flavorful dressing and a yummy crunchy topping is the perfect side dish to bring to a cookout or potluck! This Roasted Broccoli with Crunchy Ramen Noodles comes together with simple ingredients and is a fun twist on the traditional ramen slaw recipe. The whole thing comes together in about…
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Snowman Snack Tray
This snowman snack tray is great for the holidays or any winter gathering and can be customized to include your favorite snacks. I love that this can be made ahead and covered and refrigerated until you are ready to serve. For holiday gatherings I find it super helpful to make majority of my dishes…
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Christmas Tree Veggie Platter
This Christmas Tree Veggie Platter comes together easily with minimal chopping and is a great holiday appetizer or veggie tray for the kids table. You can customize this platter with your favorite raw veggies and even add some cheese “ornaments”. I served this with ranch on the side for dipping, but this would be great…
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Sheet Pan Jack o’ Lantern Quesadillas & Witch’s Brew Soup
Jack o’ Lantern Sheet Pan Quesadillas are a fun and easy way to get into the halloween spirit and will be a sure hit! They are cute for a kids halloween party (you could make small individual ones) but easy enough for a fun fall family lunch or dinner (see below for all ideas!). How to…
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Air Fryer Hash Brown Patties
Easy Air Fryer Hash Brown Patties save time and heat in your kitchen while making them super crispy for a family favorite! These come together in less than 15 minutes and all you have to do is pop them in the air fryer. I use parchment paper for easy clean up but you don’t have…
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Ranch Broccoli Slaw
This super easy ranch broccoli slaw comes together with a creamy yogurt ranch and some fun optional additions. It that can be made ahead and comes together in less than 10 minutes. It is a go to summer side for burgers, ribs and pulled chicken or pork sliders on a busy weeknight but it…
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Summer Berry Salad with a Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette
Summer Berry Salad with mixed greens, goat cheese, toasted pecans and finished with a delicious maple balsamic dijon vinaigrette. This has been my go to salad for all of my spring gatherings (Mother’s Day and Communion). I wanted to share it with you because it is super easy (no chopping required) and a fun festive…
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Roasted Broccoli Pasta Salad
Roasted Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipe comes together with less than 10 ingredients in about 30 minutes. It is a great weekday meatless meal when you need a dinner to be quick, simple, and easy, but it can also serve great as a side with burgers or steak at a BBQ. I love the simplicity of…
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Cucumber Chickpea & Feta Salad
This easy Chickpea, Cucumber and Feta Salad comes together super fast and it makes a yummy fiber & protein filled vegetarian lunch or a great hearty side dish! The crunch from the cucumbers and sunflower seeds pairs really well with the creaminess of the chickpeas, feta and avocado. All you need is 10 ingredients and…
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