small dish (served as a part of an ordinary household meal); side dish
今夜は惣菜で済ませよう。
Let's make do with side dishes tonight.
デパートの惣菜コーナーはいつも人で賑わっている。
The department store's deli section is always bustling with people.
母の作る惣菜はいつも美味しい。
The side dishes my mother makes are always delicious.