September 12, 2024

Beyond the Chips - Delicious Sandwich Side Dish Ideas 

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Looking for the perfect sides to pair with your sandwich? In this post, we’ve rounded up 8+ healthy and affordable sandwich side dishes that are easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Whether you're looking for something crunchy, fresh, or hearty, these options will take your sandwich game to the next level without breaking the bank!

Jicama

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Jicama Three Ways

If you're craving the crunch of those potato chips, but want to make a more nutritious source - Jicama is the answer! Jicama is known for being low in calories and rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

Head over to this post to get three delicious jicama recipes for you to try out. Or if you want to keep it simple, just slice up a jicama and sprinkle it with a little salt and lime juice!

Broccoli Strawberry Orzo Salad

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5 Amazing Berry Recipe Ideas

Berry salads are a great side dish for sandwiches because they're fresh, sweet, and light. We have 5 refreshing recipes that are the perfect balance to the savory flavors of your sandwich.

Zucchini Ribbon Salad

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Quick and Delicious: The Best Zucchini Ribbon Salad Recipe

If your garden is bursting with zucchini, or you're trying to increase your vegetable intake - this zucchini ribbon salad is one worth trying! It's a perfect pairing with a sandwich because it's light, crisp, and refreshing.

Greek Pasta Salad

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The Best Fresh Summer Greek Pasta Salad

Putting a spin on the classic pasta salad, this Greek pasta salad is a fun option as a side dish to sandwiches. It is easy to make, packed with nutrients, and full of amazing flavors.

Greek Cucumber Salad

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Mediterranean Delight: Greek Cucumber Salad

This Greek cucumber salad is a fun, flavor-packed way to get a serving of vegetables in. It's a perfect, light but satisfying side dish to any meal, but especially sandwiches. 

Peaches

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10 Ways to Enjoy Peaches

It's peach season for us right now, and we are loving it! There are so many ways to indulge in peaches, so we've gathered 10 ways for you to use them as the perfect sandwich side dish. If it's not peach season, don't hesitate to use canned or frozen!

Honey Lime Rainbow Fruit Salad

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Kiwi

Rich in vitamin C, kiwi makes a perfect side dish for any sandwich. Enjoy it fresh or mixed into a vibrant fruit salad. Check out the post below for all the surprising facts about kiwi and a delicious fruit salad recipe that puts kiwi in the spotlight!

Mexican Cabbage Slaw

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Take a Unique Spin on Coleslaw

Coleslaw is a great sandwich side dish as it gives a cool, crisp contrast in flavor. There are a handful of ways to enjoy coleslaw, but one of our favorites is Mexican coleslaw. Head to this post to get the recipe details.

 

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