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Salads & Side Dishes

Vegan side dishes like French fries and mashed potatoes are traditionally cooked in oil and doused in butter. Here we offer dairy-free and oil-free vegan side dishes that can be enjoyed guilt-free. We've combined vegan salads with side dishes in this category, but that doesn’t mean that our salads aren't meal-worthy on their own. Most contain beans and/or whole grains to make them very hearty. If you’re making your salad ahead for lunch the next day, just be sure to pack your dressing on the side.

Sweet Spinach and Berry Salad

The slightly sweet flavor of spinach pairs well with ripe, juicy fruits in this delectable 15-minute salad. Layers of lush berries, bright…

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Ethiopian Collard Greens and Chard

Collard greens sautéed in clarified butter and spices is a classic Ethiopian side dish. Our plant-based riff is free of added fat…

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Spinach Tabbouleh Salad with Watermelon Radish

With hearty beans and colorful veggies, this scrumptious spin on tabbouleh offers main-course treatment to the classic Middle Eastern side dish. The…

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Tikil Gomen (Ethiopian-Style Cabbage, Potatoes, and Carrots)

If you’re new to Ethiopian food, tikil gomen is the perfect side dish to get you acquainted with the fragrant flavors of…

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Bulgur-Bean Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette

Bulgur is a delicious, chewy whole grain that’s prominently featured in Middle Eastern cuisine. Here, we’ve paired it with hearty chickpeas and…

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German Potato Dumplings with Mushroom Gravy

A staple side dish throughout Germany, these gnocchi-like dumplings are hearty enough to serve as an entrée, too. The potato dumplings feature…

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Easy Herbed Couscous

Couscous, a tiny pasta with nutty undertones, is a delicious base for absorbing the fragrant flavors of Moroccan stews. In this jazzed-up…

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Hearty Winter Slaw with Quinoa and Cranberries

Think coleslaw is just a side dish? This delicious winter slaw is packed full of good-for-you ingredients that undoubtedly deserve to be…

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Spicy Thai Cabbage and Rice Salad with Sweet Potatoes

This eclectic dish puts an adventurous twist on traditional Thai flavors. Each plate starts with a base of warm mashed sweet potatoes…

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Roasted Eggplant and Buckwheat Groats Fattoush

Fattoush is a popular Middle Eastern bread salad made with baked or fried pita chips. In our version, eggplant and bell peppers…

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Spiralized Daikon and Sweet Potato Noodles with Spicy Korean Tofu

Taste the rainbow with these colorful veggie bowls that are packed full of vibrant flavors. Daikon radishes and sweet potatoes are spiralized…

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Tricolor Salad with Quick-Pickled Onions

Three different bitter greens—Belgian endive, radicchio, and arugula—give this starter salad vibrant color and delectable crunch. Bright pink quick-pickled onions double as…

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