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Starch Side Dishes that will Make for a Perfect Lunch

Lunchtime is often a time when we are short on time and energy, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy a delicious lunch! Starch-based side dishes are a great way to add flavor and variety to your lunchtime meal. Starches such as potatoes, rice, and pasta are incredibly versatile, and can be prepared in countless ways to create a variety of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for something light and fresh, or a hearty, comforting meal, there's sure to be a starch-based side dish that will make a perfect lunch. From creamy mashed potatoes to crunchy oven-baked fries, these side dishes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and make lunchtime a enjoyable experience.

Different types of starch for side dishes

When it comes to side dishes, there are a variety of starches to choose from. Potatoes are the most popular option, but you can also opt for rice, quinoa, pasta, couscous and more. Each starch has its own unique flavor and texture that makes it perfect for different types of recipes. For example, potatoes work great in mashed potato dishes or oven-baked fries; while quinoa is an excellent option for salads or as a substitute for rice. Additionally, you can use starches to create hearty soups or stews that will make a delicious meal. With so many options available, it's easy to find the perfect starch side dish to make your lunchtime meal complete!

Tips for preparing starch for side dishes

When preparing starch-based side dishes, it’s important to remember that different starches require different cooking times and methods. Potatoes are best boiled or roasted in the oven, while rice should be cooked in boiling water. Pasta can be boiled or baked for a creamy dish, or tossed with oil and roasted in the oven for a crunchier texture. It’s also important to season your starch-based side dishes appropriately; adding herbs and spices will help add flavor and depth to your meal.

Once you’ve prepared your starch-based side dish, you can then top it off with a variety of ingredients, such as vegetables, meat, cheese or sauces. With the right combination of flavors and textures, you can create an incredibly satisfying lunch that is sure to please everyone!

Starch Ideas for Lunch
Lemon and Mustard Dipping Sauce for Artichokes

If you have about 15 minutes to spend in the kitchen, Lemon and Mustard Dipping Sauce for Artichokes might be a spectacular gluten free, dairy free, and lacto ovo vegetarian recipe to try. This recipe serves 7. For 21 cents per serving, this recipe covers 1% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This hor d'oeuvre has 14 calories, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat per serving. 12 people found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. Head to the store and pick up garlic powder, mustard, cornstarch, and a few other things to make it today. It is brought to you by Allrecipes. Overall, this recipe earns an improvable spoonacular score of 0%. Skewers Of Cumin Chicken With Yoghurt Lemon Honey Dipping Sauce, Grilled Lemon Garlic Artichokes, and Powdered Buttermilk Beignets With Raspberry and Chocolate Dipping Sauce are very similar to this recipe.

Cauliflower with Mushroom-Almond Sauce

You can never have too many side dish recipes, so give Cauliflower with Mushroom-Almond Sauce a try. This recipe serves 8. Watching your figure? This gluten free recipe has 183 calories, 5g of protein, and 15g of fat per serving. For $1.09 per serving, this recipe covers 13% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up cornstarch, chicken bouillon granules, cauliflower, and a few other things to make it today. It is brought to you by Taste of Home. 1 person has tried and liked this recipe. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 25 minutes. Overall, this recipe earns a solid spoonacular score of 46%. Similar recipes are Almond Dark Chocolate Pancakes with Dark chocolate sauce, Zhoug Sauce (aka Schug Sauce) – A Spicy Middle Eastern Cilantro Sauce, and Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce.

Quick Chocolate Pudding

Quick Chocolate Pudding requires approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish. For 63 cents per serving, this recipe covers 8% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 8 servings with 247 calories, 6g of protein, and 10g of fat each. 30 people found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. It works well as a very affordable dessert. This recipe from Allrecipes requires sugar, cornstarch, milk, and ground cinnamon. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free diet. Overall, this recipe earns a not so super spoonacular score of 39%. Similar recipes include Triple Chocolate Mocha Pudding, Banana Chocolate Pudding Cake, and Banana Chocolate Pudding.

Strawberry Pie V

If you have about 20 minutes to spend in the kitchen, Strawberry Pie V might be an excellent dairy free recipe to try. This recipe serves 16 and costs $3.57 per serving. One serving contains 1212 calories, 15g of protein, and 59g of fat. It works well as a dessert. It will be a hit at your Mother's Day event. 114 people were glad they tried this recipe. If you have cornstarch, pie shells, strawberry jell-o® mix, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is brought to you by Allrecipes. With a spoonacular score of 0%, this dish is improvable. Fresh Strawberry Baked Mini Donuts with Strawberry-Lime Glaze, Strawberry Shortcake w. Mini Strawberry PopTarts, and Thirst-Quenching Strawberry Cocktail & Virgin Strawberry Mojito are very similar to this recipe.

Strawberry Pie V

Strawberry Pie V might be just the dessert you are searching for. This recipe serves 16. One serving contains 1212 calories, 15g of protein, and 59g of fat. For $3.57 per serving, this recipe covers 22% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free diet. If you have cornstarch, pie shells, strawberries, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Mother's Day. This recipe is liked by 115 foodies and cooks. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 20 minutes. It is brought to you by Allrecipes. Overall, this recipe earns an improvable spoonacular score of 0%. Fresh Strawberry Baked Mini Donuts with Strawberry-Lime Glaze, Strawberry Shortcake w. Mini Strawberry PopTarts, and Thirst-Quenching Strawberry Cocktail & Virgin Strawberry Mojito are very similar to this recipe.

Lemon Butter

If you have around 10 minutes to spend in the kitchen, Lemon Butter might be an amazing gluten free and lacto ovo vegetarian recipe to try. This recipe serves 8. One portion of this dish contains roughly 0g of protein, 1g of fat, and a total of 37 calories. For 4 cents per serving, this recipe covers 0% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Several people really liked this side dish. 113 people have made this recipe and would make it again. This recipe from Allrecipes requires butter, cornstarch, sugar, and water. All things considered, we decided this recipe deserves a spoonacular score of 0%. This score is improvable. Try Lemon Blondies with Lemon Glaze, Lemon Cake Roll With Lemon Curd Filling, and Lemon Blackberry Bread with Lemon Glaze for similar recipes.

Lemon and Mustard Dipping Sauce for Artichokes

Lemon and Mustard Dipping Sauce for Artichokes is a hor d'oeuvre that serves 7. One serving contains 14 calories, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat. For 21 cents per serving, this recipe covers 1% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up pepper, mustard, cornstarch, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and lacto ovo vegetarian diet. This recipe from Allrecipes has 15 fans. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 15 minutes. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 0%, which is very bad (but still fixable). Skewers Of Cumin Chicken With Yoghurt Lemon Honey Dipping Sauce, Grilled Lemon Garlic Artichokes, and Powdered Buttermilk Beignets With Raspberry and Chocolate Dipping Sauce are very similar to this recipe.

Banana Muffin Pudding

Banana Muffin Pudding is a dessert that serves 6. One serving contains 327 calories, 7g of protein, and 11g of fat. For 64 cents per serving, this recipe covers 11% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. This recipe from Foodnetwork requires vanillan extract, bananas, cornstarch, and butter. 1 person has made this recipe and would make it again. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and lacto ovo vegetarian diet. With a spoonacular score of 37%, this dish is not so outstanding. Users who liked this recipe also liked Banana & Oreo Muffin, Carrot Cake Muffin Cookies, and Earl Grey Raisin Muffin.

Country Chuck Roast with Mushroom Gravy

Country Chuck Roast with Mushroom Gravy is a gluten free and dairy free recipe with 8 servings. This main course has 363 calories, 30g of protein, and 20g of fat per serving. For $2.11 per serving, this recipe covers 20% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. 1 person found this recipe to be yummy and satisfying. If you have mushrooms, worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is brought to you by Taste of Home. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 53%, which is solid. Grilled Chuck Burgers with Extra Sharp Cheddar and Lemon Garlic Aioli, Country Potato, and Beer Can Chicken, Country Style Vegetables with Roasted Garlic are very similar to this recipe.

Ginger Sesame Chicken for 2

Ginger Sesame Chicken for 2 is a main course that serves 2. For $2.44 per serving, this recipe covers 27% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 45g of protein, 13g of fat, and a total of 633 calories. This recipe from Taste of Home requires chicken broth, cornstarch, maple syrup, and rice. 1 person found this recipe to be scrumptious and satisfying. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 30 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet. With a spoonacular score of 71%, this dish is pretty good. If you like this recipe, you might also like recipes such as Ginger Sesame Dressing, Soy Ginger Glazed Halibut with Ginger Peach Relish, and Grilled Sesame Chicken.

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