You Won’t Believe How Simple (and Delicious) These Grandma-Approved Sides Are

ByKrizel

Grandma’s favorite side dishes were always the star of the meal, packed with simple ingredients and full of flavor. From creamy mashed potatoes to buttery biscuits, these dishes were made with love and always brought smiles to the table. Each bite felt like a comforting hug, with recipes passed down through generations. The flavors are timeless, making them the perfect addition to any meal. These sides are the definition of home-cooked goodness.

Shredded Carrot Salad

A bowl of carrot raisin salad with dressing being drizzled on top.
Shredded Carrot Salad. Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

Shredded Carrot Salad is a crunchy, zesty dish perfect for your holiday party or a weeknight side dish. Make this salad in just 10 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Shredded Carrot Salad

Corn Macque Choux

A colorful bowl of succotash with corn, tomatoes, green onions, lima beans, and bacon pieces.
Corn Macque Choux. Photo credit: Garlic And Zest.

Corn maque choux (or macque choux) is a Cajun side dish made w/ fresh or frozen corn and a medley of fresh veggies, bacon & a seasoning blend.
Get the Recipe: Corn Macque Choux

Classic Southern Potato Salad

A bowl of creamy potato salad garnished with paprika on top.
Classic Southern Potato Salad. Photo credit: Grits And Pinecones.

Just like Grandma used to make, this easy Southern Potato Salad recipe is creamy and delicious with dill pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, and hard-boiled eggs!
Get the Recipe: Classic Southern Potato Salad

Grandma’s Best Stuffed Cabbage Soup

A bowl of savory lentil soup accompanied by slices of bread, served on a table with a red-striped napkin.
Grandma’s Best Stuffed Cabbage Soup. Photo credit: Adventures Of A Nurse.

Grandma’s Stuffed cabbage soup takes the same flavors from Golumpki and is made into a delicious soup. This hearty golumpki soup
Get the Recipe: Grandma’s Best Stuffed Cabbage Soup

Grandma’s Cornbread

A slice of yellow cornbread on a patterned plate with a piece broken off.
Grandma’s Cornbread. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Grandma’s Cornbread. Slightly sweet with a tender, moist crumb. A 1951 original from Better Homes and Gardens cookbook, passed down through generations.
Get the Recipe: Grandma’s Cornbread

Sauteed Spinach And Onions

Sautéed onions and greens in a pan.
Sauteed Spinach And Onions. Photo credit: Neighbor Food.

Need a quick and healthy side dish recipe? Look no further than Sauteed Spinach and Onions-perfect for using up that bag of spinach!
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Grandma’s Fresh Creamed Peas With Basil

A bowl of creamy pea soup garnished with fresh basil on a wooden surface.
Grandma’s Fresh Creamed Peas With Basil. Photo credit: Dish ‘N’ The Kitchen.

Basil Creamed Peas celebrate summer garden bounty. The combination of basil, fresh peas and cream sauce is summer perfection.
Get the Recipe: Grandma’s Fresh Creamed Peas With Basil

Tuna Macaroni Salad

A bowl of tuna pasta salad with diced celery.
Tuna Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: The Life Jolie.

Tuna Macaroni Salad recipe is the best cold salad to make for your next spring or summer picnic. It’s an easy side dish full of fresh flavor!
Get the Recipe: Tuna Macaroni Salad

Grandma’s Baked Artichoke Hearts

A freshly baked crumble in a white dish, resting on a table with a patterned cloth.
Grandma’s Baked Artichoke Hearts. Photo credit: The Life Jolie.

Grandma’s Baked Artichoke Hearts is one of my favorite holiday side dishes. This is such an easy recipe and can even be made ahead of time.
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The Best Grilled Sliced Zucchini

Grilled zucchini slices garnished with chopped herbs on a plate.
The Best Grilled Sliced Zucchini (Easy Recipe!). Photo credit: What Great Grandma Ate.

How to make sliced zucchini on the grill in under 20 minutes! These delicious and charred grilled zucchini slices are simple, easy, and super quick!
Get the Recipe: The Best Grilled Sliced Zucchini (Easy Recipe!)

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

A spoon lifting a marinated egg from an asian-style dish with scallions and seasonings.
Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs). Photo credit: What Great Grandma Ate.

Mayak eggs are a popular Korean side dish that is a combination of savory, sweet, spicy, and totally addicting! This version is soy-free and gluten-free!
Get the Recipe: Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

Roasted Whole30 Greek Salad

A colorful mixed vegetable salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and asparagus on a white plate.
Roasted Whole30 Greek Salad (Paleo, Keto, Vegan). Photo credit: What Great Grandma Ate.

This paleo, vegan Roasted Whole30 Greek Salad is so vibrant and healthy with yummy vegetables, and it’s the perfect dish to bring to a picnic or a potluck!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Whole30 Greek Salad (Paleo, Keto, Vegan)

Corn Casserole

Gluten Free Corn Casserole.
Gluten Free Corn Casserole. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Corn Casserole is a simple side dish that will be a hit on your dinner table! It’s a hearty and comforting southern classic that everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Corn Casserole

Grandma’s Stuffed Artichokes

Six stuffed artichokes topped with pine nuts and garnished with parsley in a baking dish.
Grandma’s Stuffed Artichokes. Photo credit: Mantitlement.

Grandma’s Stuffed Artichokes are just like Grandma used to make! Stuffed with sausage & cheese and simmered in wine until tender!
Get the Recipe: Grandma’s Stuffed Artichokes

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