- 小菜一碟 xiǎocàiyīdié a piece of cakesomething that is very easy to do; a small matter that can be accomplished with little effort
- 小菜蛾 xiǎocài'é diamondback mothA small moth whose green larvae feed on cabbage and other vegetables in the mustard family; a major agricultural pest worldwide.
- 小菜儿 xiǎocàir side disha small dish of food; appetizer; pickled vegetables or other side dishes served with a main meal
- 小菜碟儿 xiǎocàidiér small saucerA small dish used for serving appetizers or side dishes