They’re colorful and creative.

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Spring is here.

That means fresh and tenderasparagusspears, crunchy snap pea pods, and spicyradishesare in season.

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These anything but boring side dishes let the bounty of the season shine in new and exciting ways.

Asparagus Gratin

Anything smothered in cheese sauce is delicious, and asparagus is no exception.

A combination of melty fontina and nutty Parmesan ensure the sauce is well balanced and gooey.

Southern Living Green Salad in the bowl ready to serve

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Roasted Carrot Salad

This salad uses every part of the carrot, from tip to top.

The Italian cured pork crisps up beautifully and seasons the tender spring spears beautifully.

Watermelon Radish Salad

These blushing spring radishes add a lovely color and flavor to little gem lettuces.

Southern Living Carrot Ribbon Salad on a platter to serve

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The salad is dressed in abrown buttervinaigrette, adding a nutty and warm tone to the fresh spring produce.

Crispy sheets of prosciutto add crunch and a little salt to every bite.

The savory granola of sorts adds texture and flavor to every bite of this thinly shaved vegetable salad.

Southern Living Skillet-Roasted Radishes in a bowl ready to serve

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Spring Salad With Berries and Bacon in bowl with tongs for serving - Southern Living

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Asparagus Gratin

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Southern Living Roasted Carrot Salad on a platter ready to serve

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Southern Living Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus on a platter to serve

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Southern Living Pepper Jelly Glazed Carrots

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Southern Living Watermelon Radish Salad on a plate to serve

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Southern Living Carrot-Raisin Salad with Peanut Dressing on plates to serve

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Southern Living Roasted Artichokes with Creamy Garlic Dipping Sauce

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Southern Living Ramp-and-Rye Focaccia sliced and ready to serve

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Southern Living Crispy Prosciutto, Strawberry, and Burrata Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette on a platter to serve

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Southern Living Shaved Vegetable Salad on plates to serve

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