14 Colorful Purim Sides for a "Happy Meal"
Be happy, it's Purim! The whole family will enjoy these colorful side dishes that will add some flavor and fun to the table.
On Purim it's a Mitzvah to be happy, so let's fill our table with favorite foods for everyone.
Did you know it's a custom to serve foods like kreplach on Purim? Just like Hamantaschen, it represents the hidden nature of the miracle on Purim. So let's go find some joyous recipes along with some that may be full of surprises.
Not your ordinary mashed potatoes, let's add some color.
Lentils with dried fruits and a touch of champagne.
The most colorful dish we can find is this slaw. If this doesn't make you happy, we don't know what will.
No one will guess there are veggies inside this stuffed cabbage.
BRAZILIAN ONION AND GARLIC RICE WITH BLACK EYED PEAS
White or even brown rice is so last year, let's go yellow.
This one's a little fancier and could be a main for vegetarians, but it could be a side to a fish meal.
What's inside those?
Wrap and roll your veggies.
Colorful and healthy!
Even if you don't like kale you will like these.
Slow Braised Short Rib Kreplach
These pockets of surprise will be everyone's favorite. Serve with the green sauce to keep it fun and colorful.
Simple but divine.
Like a fancy pizza.
Salads are always great additions to any meal.
Salad in a wrapper!