Spicy Holiday Side Dishes

Reinvent Your Favourite Holiday Side Dishes With These Spicy Recipes

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I'm all about tradition — especially when it comes to holiday cooking — but sometimes, I like to keep things interesting by adding spice to a dish on my table, too. I find the combination of nostalgic and nuanced plates to be comforting and refreshing.

This year, I'm coming for side dishes — no carrots, broccoli, or green beans are safe from the spice. Even my cranberry sauce is getting a major upgrade.

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Sriracha Deviled Eggs

Whole 30 and Paleo, these spicy eggs can add some heat to your designated eating plan.

Get the recipe: sriracha deviled eggs

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Spicy Carrot Fries With Tzatziki Sauce

The combination of curry and cayenne seasonings are the reason these carrots pack a punch.

Get the recipe: spicy carrot fries with tzatziki sauce

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Spicy Bacon Wrapped Dates With Goat Cheese

Sweet, spicy, salty, creamy, and crunchy, these festive treats are anything but basic — plus, they're easy to make with just five ingredients.

Get the recipe: spicy bacon-wrapped dates with goat cheese

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Broiled Broccoli With Spicy, Sesame-Scallion Sizzle

You can find broccoli on almost any holiday dinner table — make things a little more interesting by adding sesame oil, soy sauce, sesame seeds, scallions, and hot sauce to the recipe.

Get the recipe: broiled broccoli with spicy, sesame-scallion sizzle

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