North american saute side dishes recipes

Shredded Brussel Sprouts

If you've never had shredded brussel sprouts before, you're in for a treat! These are really tasty. They have less of the bitter taste you get…

Simple Charred Vegetable Rice

This is a simple recipe that I make frequently to serve alongside any meal where I might otherwise serve regular rice. It ads flavor, color,…

Honey-Ginger Glazed Carrots

This is a standard side dish for us when we're serving an asian-inspired meal. It's also great with any grilled meat. The honey brings out the…

Quinoa, Kale And Chickpea Salad

Sautéing the kale gives it another depth of flavor, an earthy savoriness that's complemented by nutty quinoa, slightly sweet chickpeas and a bright…

Zucchini Santa Fe

This fast side is great with the green chilies. It gives this recipe a great zip.

Salsa Ranchera

Salsa is the ketchup of Mexico, but much more tasty, varied and appealing. Salsa Ranchera is served all over Mexico, adding a zesty flavor to meats,…

Green Beans with Basil and Tomato

This is an attractive and tasty side dish. The butter, basil and tomato adds a nice flavor boost to the green…

Mexican Style Green Sweet Peas

This is a delicious way of cooking fresh peas, and makes an excellent accompaniment to any meal. The flavor comes from the vegetables themselves,…

Sauteed Zucchini with Peppers

A basic and quick zucchini side dish - and interesting variation from zucchini-tomato sautees. This dish can go the route you want it. If I want a…

Vegetarian Beet Burger

This vegetarian burger has the unusual addition of 1 tbsp of grated beets, just enough to give the burger a pleasant color. Once cooked, this…

Green Garlic Aioli

Fantastic aioli for meats; I use it for my Pan Roasted New York Steak recipe. It makes that dish go from great to something special.

Warm white bean saute

This is a tasty and healthy side dish. We served it with simple Flank Steak, but it would go well with chicken, fish, or other vegetables too.

Tacos and Spanish Rice

Dijon Smoked Garlic Bechamel Sauce

This is an adaptation of a standard bechamel sauce I used to serve with steamed cauliflower and baby carrots a…

Potato Pancakes

These savory potato pancakes are one of three favorite recipes I have. The nutmeg addes an interesting twist.