side dish

noun

: a food served separately along with the main course

Examples of side dish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The end result is a tender, juicy, and flavorful steak that goes with any side dish. — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2026

The result is a light yet comforting side dish that allows these favorite summer vegetables to shine in a less predictable—and wonderfully delicious—way. — Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026

Once your zucchini is hollowed out, stuff it with your favorite fillings (think seasoned ground meat, grains, sautéed vegetables, and/or cheese), then bake until tender for an easy and satisfying meal or side dish. — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2026

Try steaming, roasting, or air-frying broccoli for a healthy side dish. — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1702, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for side dish

• cuttlefish
• jellyfish
• sablefish
• bluefish
• catfish
• codfish
• crawfish
• dogfish
• finfish
• flatfish
• goldfish
• groundfish

Kids Definition

side dish

noun

: food served separately along with the main course