Category Side Dish Recipes

Elote Quinoa Salad Recipe

Elote quinoa salad recipe in a ceramic bowl with charred corn, cotija, red onion, and cilantro

This elote quinoa salad recipe is an easy quinoa salad inspired by Mexican street corn. It has fluffy quinoa, charred corn, creamy chili-lime dressing, salty cotija, and fresh cilantro. Add a jalapeño if you like a little heat. Starting with…

Cava Saffron Basmati Rice Recipe

Cava Saffron Basmati Rice topped with fresh tomatoes and coriander

Cava saffron basmati rice is the golden, fragrant side that makes their bowls taste special. This copycat recipe uses real saffron threads, a precise liquid ratio, and a low heat simmer. You get warm color, floral aroma, and soft, separate…

CAVA Fiery Broccoli Recipe

Roasted CAVA fiery broccoli with charred edges on a sheet pan, a fork lifting one floret

CAVA fiery broccoli is a spicy, smoky roasted side dish. This copycat recipe gets you close to the real thing in about 30 minutes. Harissa brings warm, building heat, while red wine vinegar adds a bright, tangy finish. Roasting the…