Nevada Favorite Side Dishes
↠ Traditional Basque Beans:
Description:
Traditional Basque beans, particularly the prized black Tolosa variety, are a simple, luxurious side dish known for their deep wine-colored appearance, creamy texture, and, crucially, no tomatoes. Slow-simmered in olive oil, water, and salt, these buttery beans are often paired with side dishes like wilted cabbage or savory pickled Ibarra peppers.
↠ Nevada Scalloped Potatoes:
Description:
Nevada scalloped potatoes are a rich, comforting, and creamy side dish featuring thinly sliced potatoes—often russets or red potatoes—layered in a casserole with a velvety, cheese-laden sauce, onions, and baked until bubbly and golden brown. It is a popular, savory holiday side dish often enhanced with herbs like thyme, garlic, or a hint of paprika.
↠ Creamy "Western" Coleslaw:
Description:
A Creamy "Western" or Cowboy-style Coleslaw is a vibrant, southwestern-inspired side dish known for being crunchy, tangy, slightly spicy, and creamy. Often described as the "sassy sister" of Cowboy Caviar, this, this dish elevates standard shredded cabbage with hearty additions like corn, black beans, and jalapeños, making it a perfect, colorful accompaniment to summer barbecues, potlucks, and grilled meats.
↠ Roasted Tri-Color Cauliflower:
Description:
Roasted Tri-Color Cauliflower is a vibrant, healthy, and flavorful side dish that turns purple, orange, and green (or Romanesco) cauliflower florets into tender, caramelized, and slightly crispy bites. The roasting process enhances the natural sweetness of the cauliflower, creating a nutty flavor profile that pairs well with almost any main course, from grilled meats to pasta.
↠ Cheesy Green Chili Grits:
Description:
Cheesy Green Chili Grits are a rich, savory Southern-inspired comfort food that blends creamy, slow-cooked or quick-cooking grits with sharp cheddar, Monterrey Jack, or cream cheese and mild-to-hot diced green chiles. They feature a smoky, slightly spicy, and deeply comforting flavor profile.