Appetizers and Sides

Recipes for Appetizers and Sides from Down to Earth Organic and Natural 

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Rainbow Veggie Pinwheels

Veggie pinwheels are super easy to make! Customize your pinwheels by adding your favorite vegetables.

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Roasted Beet Hummus

When beets are roasted, they have a sweet subtle flavor and vibrant color!

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Vegan Jalapeño, Pineapple, and Bacon Pizza

Jalapeño, pineapple, and coconut bacon come together to make the perfect pizza. Because the dough only needs to rest for 10 minutes, this is a great meal for busy evenings.

Photo: Jamaican Rice and Peas

Jamaican Rice and Peas

In Jamaica, kidney beans are called “peas”! This delicious staple dish is packed with flavor.

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Apple Kimchi Slaw

This side dish is perfect for when summer is in full swing – it’s light, refreshing and flavorsome!

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Lentil Meatballs

Nourishing vegan “meatballs” that taste great with marinara sauce, pesto, with pasta, or on their own.

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Mexican Bean Salad

This colorful salad is perfect for any occasion, and it tastes even better the next day because the salad soaks up all the flavors from the dressing!

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Spicy Papaya Jam

This spicy jam is perfect for Summer. Papayas are high in natural pectin, and therefore need no additives. Watch us prepare this recipe on KHON's Living808!

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Brûlée Sweet Potato

Nothing tastes better than mashed sweet potatoes, except maybe mashed sweet potatoes with a brûlée crust!

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Sundried Tomato Chickpea Cheese

This cheese is delicious and rich, perfect with crackers or spread in a sandwich!