I love this healthy snack cake! It’s a healthy, wholesome cake that works for breakfast, snacks, and even in lunchboxes. My son eats it after school and I feel good knowing he’s having a filling snack that tastes good. This cake has healthy elements like zucchini, carrots and apples in it, and it’s a one…
Side dish recipes
We love our flavorful side dishes at Laughing Spatula! Sides dishes don’t get the credit they should- sure, they’re not the main course, but they can still pack a punch with flavor and enhancing your meal. Be it a wedge salad platter, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Garlic and Cheese Stuffed Bread, or Easy One Rise Dinner Rolls, we have your side dishes covered. The in laws will LOVE you for bringing a Laughing Spatula side dish recipe!
Side dishes can highlight a perfect meal! Let us show you how to make easy and delicious side dish recipes.
Ham and Cheese Pinwheel Appetizers (using store bought puff pastry!)
The classic combination of ham and cheese, rolled inside puff pastry with a little honey mustard. This has become my go-to quick appetizer for the holidays, or even just a snack while we watch football. You can dress them up or down, and there’s a ton of options to customize this recipe. Baked Pinwheel Recipe…
Best Spanish Rice
If your looking for an easy one pot side dish this Spanish Rice recipe pairs perfectly with chicken, fish, steak and tacos. Big flavors and done in less than 30 minutes. What makes this Spanish Rice recipe the best? We use fresh veggies for texture. Chicken stock instead of water to boost the…
Crab Rangoon Pizza
We love crab rangoon anything and this pizza recipe has been in our family for years. Premade pizza crusts and an easy mixture of imitation crab, cream cheese and a few other simple ingredients keep this recipe easy and full of flavor. My dad has been making this crab rangoon pizza since I was born….
Broccoli Salad Recipe
Our easy Broccoli Salad is full of crunchy broccoli, cranberries, pecans, feta cheese, red onion and brown sugar bacon. It’s all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette which really seals the flavor deal. this has become a new go-to in our house! I first had this salad at the Grand Californian hotel, just outside of Disneyland….
Healthy Potato Salad
Looking for a lighter twist on classic potato salad? This healthy potato salad recipe uses greek yogurt with just a touch of mayonnaise to keep that traditional flavor. Light and tangy your family will never know they are eating healthy! Made with simple, wholesome ingredients this Classic Healthy Potato Salad recipe will become your…
Cucumber Appetizers with Crab Salad & Sweet Chili
These are my absolute favorite appetizers! A cucumber slice is topped with crab salad and drizzled with sweet chili sauce, and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. This recipe only takes 5 minutes to make, but has such a wow factor for guests. Easy Cucumber Appetizer Recipe with Crab Salad Looking for a light,…
Celery Protein Snacks
I love these Celery Protein Snacks year around. They make for a great snack! Crisp, crunchy celery stuffed with cream cheese, bagel seasoning and wrapped up in arugula with lunchmeat and cheese. You’ll be shocked how delicious this tastes and how healthy it is! Celery Sticks The key to this recipe is using fresh, crunchy,…
Mashed Potato Salad
Mashed Potato Salad is a spin on traditional potato salad, but with a creamier base. You can use leftover mashed potatoes, store bought mashed potatoes, or you can make them quickly for this recipe. The result is a creamy, rich potato salad that’s chock full of flavor. Making Mashed Potato Salad This recipe is perfect…
Salmon Dip
Easy salmon dip is a favorite in our family! This recipe is simple and comes together in only a couple minutes. It’s the perfect appetizer for any season. Naturally low in carbohydrates, you can also make a low fat version using Greek yogurt. What is Salmon Dip? Salmon dip is a creamy spread made…
Croissant French Toast Bake
This Croissant French Toast Bake is so easy, decadent, and is the perfect breakfast casserole for holidays from Christmas to Easter to Mother’s Day! We finish it off with fresh berries, powdered sugar, and some maple syrup for the ultimate sweet treat breakfast casserole. French Toast Croissant Bake Recipe I had leftover croissants and I…
Baked Celery Rice
Celery Rice is an easy flavorful dish for Spring. Crisp, light Dandy®celery bakes up to tender perfection alongside diced onions, garlic, and lemon zest for a bright finish. This is a super easy side dish we think you’ll love! All About Celery Celery is a fibrous vegetable well known for its long crunchy stalks, and…
Turkey Breakfast Sausage
We love some easy protein for breakfast and I make these Turkey Breakfast Sausage patties weekly! I love them on their own, or with some eggs on toast. These are super simple to make, and only use whole ingredients for the most flavorful, healthy, and filling turkey sausage recipe. Turkey Breakfast Sausage Recipe This recipe…
Crunchy Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Crunchy Mediterranean Couscous Salad! – My favorite salad…because it doesn’t taste like your having salad! Made with easy to prepare couscous and crunchy veggies, feta and an easy Dijon and Lemon Vinaigrette! Full of chickpeas, feta, crunchy cucumbers and a plethora of fresh veggies. All tossed in our easy 3 minute Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette! I…
Pickle Pasta Salad
Pickle Pasta Salad is every pickle lovers dream! Tender pasta shells are tossed in a creamy pickle infused dressing, with diced dill pickles, cheddar cheese and a touch of white onion. The result is a crowd pleasing, mouth watering pasta salad! A pickle party, if you will! Pasta Salad with Dill Pickles This is really…
