Jul 14 2026
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Sides Recipe

Inspired by Downtowner Woodfire Grill
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Mixed Greens Salad, Spinach Salad, Caesar Salad, French Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Basmati Rice, Mashed Potatoes

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Ingredients

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Mixed Greens Salad

Spinach Salad

Caesar Salad

French Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Basmati Rice

Mashed Potatoes

Method

Mixed Greens Salad

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and dry the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Slice the cucumber and red onion thinly.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Spinach Salad

  1. 5

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and dry fresh spinach leaves. Chop the red apple and crumble the feta cheese.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine spinach, feta cheese, walnuts, and chopped apple.

  3. 7

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Caesar Salad

  1. 9

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and chop romaine lettuce. Grate the Parmesan cheese.

  2. 10

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and croutons.

  3. 11

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, mix together Caesar dressing, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

  4. 12

    Serve

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to ensure even coating.

French Fries

  1. 13

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips.

  2. 14

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 15

    Fry the Potatoes

    Carefully add the potato strips to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 16

    Drain and Season

    Remove fries from oil and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.

Sweet Potato Fries

  1. 17

    Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

    Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin strips.

  2. 18

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  3. 19

    Toss with Olive Oil

    In a bowl, toss sweet potato strips with olive oil, salt, and paprika.

  4. 20

    Bake

    Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Basmati Rice

  1. 21

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 22

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

  3. 23

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Mashed Potatoes

  1. 24

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters.

  2. 25

    Boil the Potatoes

    In a pot, cover potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  3. 26

    Mash the Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.

  4. 27

    Serve

    Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy your creamy mashed potatoes.

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