side dish

noun

a serving of a portion of food in addition to the principal food, usually on a separate dish.
the small additional dish used for such food.

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First recorded in 1715–25

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Peas can be eaten on their own or as a side dish, but they’re best enjoyed in pastas and soups.

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I was introduced to Lettuce and Peas as a side dish some twenty years ago and those two ingredients became the backbone of many of my spring soups.

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But it is not such a good thing when you are serving it as a side dish on its own.

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We make it a potluck and label the side dishes everyone brings.

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Again, I resorted to side dishes to satiate me.

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