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20 Meals To Make When You Have A Bunch Of Leftover Veggies In The Fridge

staff@chowhound.com (Emily M Alexander) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Don't let those veggies go to waste! Next time you're wondering how to use them up, try one of these recipes that taste fantastic and are incredibly versatile.

Italian-Style Tuna Salad Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Julie Kinnaird) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Our vibrant Italian-style tuna salad features high-quality canned white tuna, crispy capers and pine nuts, and a lemony, Calabrian chile-infused vinaigrette.

Smashed Buffalo Potatoes Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Smashed potatoes are coated in tangy, buttery Buffalo sauce, which seeps into all their crispy edges and turns a humble spud into the star of the party.

Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Creamy, umami-rich, and fall-forward, this pumpkin pasta recipe features an easy-to-make homemade pumpkin sauce that's enhanced with miso paste and sage.

Summer Corn And Roasted Garlic Focaccia Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Julie Kinnaird) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Take your homemade focaccia to new heights with this summery recipe, which features a roasted corn and garlic topping along with cotija cheese and fresh thyme.

Taco Night Twice-Baked Potatoes Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Patterson Watkins) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Upgrade taco night with this taco-inspired twice-baked potato recipe, which boasts crispy spud skins stuffed with creamy mash, taco beef, cheese, and toppings.

Old-School Scalloped Corn Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Katie Rosenhouse) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0000

With fresh corn, plenty of cheddar, tangy cream cheese, and a buttery cracker crumb topping, this cozy retro scalloped corn makes the perfect holiday side dish.

Refried Mayocoba Beans Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Julie Kinnaird) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Our elevated refried beans are made with dried Mayocaba beans simmered in a smoky broth and refried in miso brown butter, topped with chile-oil-toasted pepitas.

Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Patterson Watkins) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0000

This jalapeño popper potato salad packs in all of the goodness of the classic spicy app, all paired with roasted ranch-seasoned spuds and a creamy dressing.

Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Katie Rosenhouse) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Underneath the crispy golden surface of our mashed potato balls, you'll discover a depth of rich, creamy potato flavor - and globs of melty mozzarella.

Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Deviled eggs are one of the most beloved apps out there, and this pimento cheese-infused recipe adds just the right sharp, savory, and subtly sweet touch.

Garlicky Melting Cabbage Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Seared cabbage wedges get a long slow cook in a buttery, creamy, garlicky sauce until fall-apart tender in our easy and sophisticated melting cabbage recipe.

Over-The-Top BLT Dip Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Julie Kinnaird) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0000

This BLT dip recipe features a creamy, bacon-y, brown butter-infused base topped with marinated roasted tomatoes for a truly luxe, over-the-top experience.

Spicy Peach Coleslaw Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Shredded cabbage and carrots in a zesty vinegar-based dressing get some heat from fresh jalapeños and sweetness from juicy peaches in our 15-minute coleslaw.

Summery Grilled Corn And Orzo Salad Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Julie Kinnaird) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Charred corn, orzo, snap peas, tangy nectarine, peppery arugula, pistachios, and cotija come together with a basil vinaigrette in our summery pasta salad.

Sweet And Savory Broccoli Slaw Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0000

This sweet and savory broccoli slaw is super crunchy, vibrant, and full of veggie goodness, perfect as a no-cook dinner side dish or potluck dish.

Smoky Crispy Potato Stacks Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0000

With perfectly crispy edges and a tender, buttery interior, these easy-yet-elegant potato stacks are infused with a smoky, slightly spicy chipotle sauce.

Roasted Cabbage Steaks With Miso Tahini Drizzle Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0000

These rich, caramelized, and ultra-tender roasted cabbage steaks come topped with a miso-tahini drizzle for a simple yet elevated side dish.

Summery Hot-Smoked Salmon Salad Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Julie Kinnaird) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:45:00 +0000

This bright, hearty hot-smoked salmon recipe features roasted potatoes, pickled mustard seeds, and plenty of veg in a salad that's a festival of summer flavors.

Caesar-Style Roasted Broccoli Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Miriam Hahn) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0000

This Caesar-style roasted broccoli recipe helps liven up the polarizing green vegetable with a tangy Caesar dressing and crispy parmesan-panko topping.