The phrase "bland side" refers to someone or something that lacks excitement, interest, or flavor. It usually describes things that are dull, uninteresting, or unremarkable. Full definition
While this fruit is quite stunning and exotic in it's looks, the flavour is slightly on bland side. (elishawildblood.com)
This strip had a slight curve to it and a sharper upward turn near the rear of the 503, helping it achieve the task of sprucing up the car's otherwise bland side profile. (topspeed.com)
Most Asian noodles are cooked in unsalted water, so they can run on the blander side to start. (bonappetit.com)