Add variety to soup night with these satisfying sides for soup. Crusty breads, crisp salads or herb-infused biscuits are a perfect way to complete the meal.
52 Sides for Soup to Make It a Meal
Updated on May 30, 2025
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Everything Bagel Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (25 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to make bread from scratch. This has become one of our tried-and-true favorites to serve with any meal—casual or formal. —Traci Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 102 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Avocado Grilled Cheese
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Who doesn’t love a grilled cheese sandwich? This version kicks it up a notch with avocado, tons of cheese and extra-crispy bread. —Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 773 calories, 60g fat (28g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 1023mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 26g protein.
Want more ideas to serve with chicken soup? We love pairing it with easy side salad recipes.
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Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My spinach salad with a comforting bacon dressing is a recipe I turn to again and again in winter. It's quick, elegant and so delicious. I can always count on compliments. —Sandy Davis, Prescott, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 280 calories, 25g fat (6g saturated fat), 196mg cholesterol, 373mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Homemade Breadsticks
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Present these delicious breadsticks alongside an Italian favorite like lasagna or spaghetti. They're an attractive and edible addition to the table setting! —Carol Wolfer, Lebanon, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 breadstick: 69 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
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Biscuits with Shortening
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 8 biscuits
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're looking for a flaky basic biscuit, this recipe is the best. These golden brown rolls bake up tall, light and tender. They're good on their own, but taste even better served warm and spread with butter or jam. —Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 249 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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French Dip Sandwich
Total Time
7 hours 30 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I want to impress company, these satisfying sandwiches are my first pick for the menu. I serve them au jus, with the cooking juices in individual bowls for dipping. —Florence Robinson, Lenox, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 399 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1099mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.
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Parmesan Pasta
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My recipe for tender noodles makes for a quick, tasty side dish that goes well with all kinds of meats. For a colorful variation, sometimes I add slightly cooked red and green peppers and a quarter cup of peas. —Denise Elder, Hanover, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 243 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 444mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Cauliflower Breadsticks
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These grain-free, cheesy cauliflower breadsticks are made with vegetables instead of flour. Serve them with your favorite marinara sauce.—Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 66 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat.
What can I serve with vegetable soup? Try doubling down on produce and making recipes for vegetable side dishes.
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Swiss Beer Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is a favorite of my family because it isn't greasy like most of the other cheese breads I have tried. It will not last long! —Debi Wallace, Chestertown, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 182 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 453mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Spaetzle Dumplings
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These tender homemade spaetzle noodles take only minutes to make and are a natural accompaniment to chicken. You can serve them with chicken gravy or simply butter them and sprinkle with parsley. —Pamela Eaton, Monclova, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 223 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 130mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Orzo with Feta and Arugula
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In my family, we love salads because they’re an interesting way to blend many different flavors. This orzo salad is one of our favorites—it tastes delicious served either warm or cool. —Laura Adamsky, Decatur, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 279 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Turkey Melt
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When days feel rushed, these sandwiches with turkey and green chiles are one of my favorite standbys. They stack up in about 10 minutes, honestly. —Leah Carter, San Pedro, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 428 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 1146mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Soft Giant Pretzels
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 pretzels
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and our friends and family love these soft, chewy pretzels. Let the bread machine mix the dough, then all you have to do is shape and bake these fun snacks. —Sherry Peterson, Fort Collins, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 pretzel: 193 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Tasty Taco Chopped Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My friends and I love Mexican food, but we try to eat healthy. My mom taught me how to make this tasty taco salad for my friends. —Matthew Smith, Knippa, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 471 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1193mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein.
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Potato Veggie Quesadillas
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I am always looking for recipes that will encourage children to eat vegetables and this one has been a huge success. You can also use other vegetables, such as mushrooms, eggplant, asparagus and broccoli. Just remember to roast your vegetables before making the quesadillas. —Kathy Carlan, Canton, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 quesadilla: 279 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 fat.
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Cornbread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me this homemade cornbread recipe several years ago, and it's my favorite of all I've tried. I love to serve the melt-in-your-mouth side hot from the oven with butter and syrup. It gets rave reviews on holidays and at potluck dinners. —Nicole Callen, Auburn, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 262 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
What goes well with tortilla soup? Cornbread recipes, of course!
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Homemade Tortillas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 tortillas
From the Recipe Creator:
I usually have to double this flour tortilla recipe because we go through them so quickly. The homemade tortillas are so tender and chewy, you’ll never use store-bought again after learning how to make tortillas. —Kristin Van Dyken, Kennewick, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 tortilla: 159 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1.500 starch, 1 fat.
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Old-World Rye Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Rye and caraway give this bread wonderful flavor, while the surprise ingredient of baking cocoa adds to the rich, dark color. I sometimes stir in a cup each of raisins and walnuts. —Perlene Hoekema, Lynden, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 146 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Brie-Leek Tartlets
Total Time
30 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family is picky, but everyone loves these little bites. I make dozens of them at a time because they're gone the second I turn my back. —Colleen MacDonald, Port Moody, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 tartlet: 86 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Three-Green Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
12 servings (about 3/4 cup dressing)
From the Recipe Creator:
For a crisp, refreshing side dish, this tasty salad can't be beat. It's the perfect salad to go with lasagna. —Gina Squires, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup salad with 1 tablespoon dressing: 136 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Blue Cheese Garlic Bread
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is an irresistible way to dress up an ordinary loaf of bread. Serve slices as an appetizer or with a meal. —Kevalyn Henderson, Hayward, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 250 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 546mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Mini Rosemary-Roast Beef Sandwiches
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Roast beef sandwiches never last long at a party, especially if you dollop them with mayo, mustard, horseradish and pickled giardiniera relish. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich with about 2 teaspoons mayonnaise mixture and 4 teaspoons giardiniera: 220 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 466mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
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Sun-Dried Tomato Focaccia
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
2 loaves (8 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This bread looks inviting and doesn’t disappoint when you take a bite. The sun-dried tomatoes and red onions give it an extra-special appearance, making it fit for any celebratory meal. —Kathy Katz, Ocala, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 135 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 247mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Grandma’s Yeast Rolls
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother use to make these rolls for family get-togethers and holidays. The applesauce adds so much flavor. —Nancy Spoth, Festus, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 83 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch.
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Sunflower Broccoli Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This crisp salad is so refreshing that we always eat every bit. —Marilyn Newcomer, Sun City, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 290 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Green Tomato BLT
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I absolutely love tomatoes, any kind, any size. Being from the South, that includes fried green tomatoes. I created a special summer sandwich to show them off. —Hillian Holmgren, Del Rio, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 623 calories, 37g fat (7g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 1329mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein.
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Thyme-Sea Salt Crackers
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 7 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These homemade crackers are decidedly light and crispy. An addictive snack on their own, they also pair well with a sharp white cheddar. —Jessica Wirth, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cracker: 23 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 45mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that's table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 285 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
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Bacon Grilled Cheese
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This bacon sandwich with Dijon mustard and two kinds of cheese is the perfect combo of creamy-melty filling and crispy, buttery bread. —Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 743 calories, 51g fat (22g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 1263mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein.
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Bread Bowl
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Impress all of your friends by serving cream soups in bread bowls. They come together with just a few ingredients. —Rachel Heidenreich, Marshall, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 bread bowl: 283 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 396mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Old Bay Crispy Kale Chips
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here in East Hampton, NY, harvest time means big bunches of kale from local growers. These crunchy kale chips are delicious, super healthy and easy to make. I make them with seasoning to take the flavor up a notch. For extra zip, add a dash of cayenne pepper. —Luanne Asta, East Hampton, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 101 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 202mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Ham and Cheese Pockets
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These unique sandwich pockets are filled with ingredients both kids and adults enjoy. —Callie Myers, Rockport, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 pocket: 229 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 729mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Bacon Pear Salad with Parmesan Dressing
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple salad is an elegant side dish for any menu. With a blend of fresh pears and warm, comforting flavors, it’s perfect for special meals. —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 206 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Socca
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Socca is a traditional flatbread from Nice, France. It's a common street food, cooked on a grill and served in a paper cone, usually chopped and sprinkled with salt, pepper or other delicious toppings. Bonus: It's gluten free. — Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 113 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Sour Cream & Cheddar Biscuits
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's my go-to recipe for biscuits. Brushing them with the garlic-butter topping before baking seals the deal! —Amy Martin, Vancouver, WA
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 206 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
If you need more recommendations for what goes with onion soup, try making our best biscuit recipes.
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Pear Harvest Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We came up with this delicious salad trying to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving. We think you'll love it, too! —Nancy Prewitt, Beaverton, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 438 calories, 23g fat (4g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 549mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 5g fiber), 34g protein.
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Fig, Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Panini
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A taste of this sandwich whisks you to the Italian countryside. It combines sweet honey, dried figs, tangy goat cheese, nutty Asiago and salty prosciutto. We often pack it in our picnic basket for summer or fall outings. —Maria Brennan, Middlebury, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 572 calories, 31g fat (18g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1144mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 5g fiber), 26g protein.
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Muenster Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Many years ago my sister and I won blue ribbons in 4-H with this bread. The recipe makes a beautiful golden loaf with cheese peeking out of every slice. —Melanie Mero, Ida, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 273 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 399mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
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Bacon Grilled Cheese
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This bacon sandwich with Dijon mustard and two kinds of cheese is the perfect combo of creamy-melty filling and crispy, buttery bread. —Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 743 calories, 51g fat (22g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 1263mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein.
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Gouda and Roasted Potato Bread
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family tried roasted potato bread at a bakery on a road trip, and I came up with my own recipe when we realized we lived much too far away to have it regularly. It makes for a really amazing roast beef sandwich and also goes well with soups. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 101 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Caesar Salad in Peppered Parmesan Bowls
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Edible salad bowls look impressive but are a cinch to make. It can be your little secret! —Melissa Wilkes, St. Augustine, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 138 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 463mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Soft Beer Pretzel Nuggets
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
What goes together better than beer and pretzels? Not much that I can think of. That’s why I put them together into one recipe. I’m always looking for new ways to combine fun flavors. I love the way this recipe turned out! —Alyssa Wilhite, Whitehouse, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
6 pretzel nuggets: 144 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 302mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Swiss Mushroom Loaf
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always prepared for recipe requests when I serve this outstanding stuffed loaf. It's excellent not only as an appetizer but also as a side for pasta or chili. —Heidi Mellon, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 214 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 372mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Wilted Spinach Salad with Butternut Squash
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Make quick work of peeling butternut squash. First, prick it with a fork and give it 45 seconds in the microwave. Then, trim an inch from the base of the squash, making it stand up straight and tall while you run the peeler from top to bottom. —Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 228 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Crunchy Breadsticks
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 breadsticks
From the Recipe Creator:
These thin, crisp breadsticks created in our Test Kitchen add a bit of elegance to a holiday dinner. Each bite is perfectly seasoned with thyme and coarse salt.
Nutrition Facts:
1 breadstick: 78 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 156mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Garlic Salmon Linguine
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The garlic-seasoned main dish calls for handy pantry ingredients, including pasta and canned salmon. I serve it with asparagus, rolls and fruit. —Theresa Hagan, Glendale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 489 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
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Fresh Veggie Pockets
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One summer I worked at a health food store that sold sandwiches. We were close to a college campus, so I made lots of these fresh-filled pitas for the students. Crunchy with crisp vegetables and nutty sunflower kernels, they're a fast-to-fix lunch when you're on the go.
-Linda Reeves, Cloverdale, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
2 filled pita halves: 434 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 571mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 14g protein.
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Herbed Tuna and White Bean Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a quick and delicious salad that can be made special for guests—or yourself—by grilling fresh tuna steaks instead of using canned. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
2 cups: 319 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Spinach and Feta Bourekas
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These pastries are light and soft with a bit of crunch, and are one of my favorite appetizers for holidays. They can be filled with almost anything, but spinach and feta are my go-to fillings. Topped with everything seasoning, these little triangles are out of this world. — Alex Stepanov, Matawan, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 pastry: 383 calories, 21g fat (6g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 635mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein.
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Italian-Style Veggie Wraps
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Yummy! There are so many great flavors and textures in these wraps. Feel free to experiment with the ingredients—use mozzarella, pepperoni or any combo you like. —Maria Simmons, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 373 calories, 21g fat (6g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 1298mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein.
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Parmesan Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The addition of onions gives these scones a nice bite. You can even stir in some basil or oregano if you like. —Jolie Stinson, Marion, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 378 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
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Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich. Not only is it delicious, it's super-fast, so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. —Sylvia Schmitt, Sun City, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 467 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 723mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
Sides for Soup FAQ
What goes well with vegetable soup?
Vegetable soup pairs well with sides like crusty sourdough bread or cheddar biscuits, which add texture and heartiness. You can also serve vegetable soup with healthy side dishes to keep the meal balanced. Try making a light grain salad or roasted veggie medley.
What are the best crusty breads for soup?
The best crusty breads for soup have a sturdy texture to help them hold up to dipping without falling apart. Think rustic baguettes, ciabatta or sourdough. If you are a beginner baker, easy bread recipes can come to the rescue on a soup night. A no-knead artisan loaf tastes great and comes together quickly and easily. No matter which bread you choose, store the loaf in a bag or use a bread box to keep it crisp and fresh.
What are quick salad ideas that pair well with soup?
Quick salad recipes that pair well with soup include simple green salads with tangy vinaigrette, coleslaws or chopped veggie salads. For a wholesome meal, try a grain-based salad like quinoa or farro alongside soup. Most salad recipes come together in only 15 minutes and add freshness to creamy soups, brothy soups or even hearty meat soups.
