Side Dishes
‘In Italy we really celebrate our side dishes and they’re often the main attraction of a meal rather than just an accompaniment’.
Italians take their meal accompaniments very seriously; here is Gino’s unique take on the not-so-simple side!
Forget cremated cauliflower and sorry-looking salad, Gino has turned the side into the star of the show. His authentic Italian side dish recipes embrace fresh, seasonal ingredients that make a real difference to flavour, colour and texture.
With all Mediterranean cuisine, the flavours of authentic Italian side dishes are governed by the flavours of the main dish. Plain-grilled meat and fish need a full-bodied accompaniment while richer dishes benefit from simpler, cleaner tastes.
From classic bruchette with avocado & smoked paprika or broad bean & fresh mint to the wonderfully clean, fresh tastes of courgette fritters with pecorino cheese – frittelle di zucchini con pecorino – Trapani-style couscous with fish, tomatoes and almonds – couscous alla trapanese con pesce, pomodori e mandorle – and the completely delicious Italian-style spring rolls, or bombe di verdure.
Using incredible ingredients that pack a huge flavour punch, you can recreate Gino’s traditional Italian side dishes and turn a great meal into a fantastico meal!
If you’re looking for some of the best Italian side dishes online, you’re in the right place! You’ll find lots of tasty Italian side dish recipes in Gino’s best-selling recipe books or you can find a selection of great ideas below. What are you waiting for? It’s time to start cooking!
