Vegetable Side Dishes

Yukon golds boiled with butter, ketchup, hot sauce, and spices make a yummy side dish to get your BBQ fix when you don't feel like firing up the grill.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Deep-frying is a delicious way to enjoy this otherwise healthy vegetable. The broccoli is battered and then fried until it is crispy. Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat Boston Market squash casserole is a family favorite with cornbread crumbles, melty cheddar cheese, and a zucchini-yellow squash duo. So tasty and...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Eggplant, breadcrumbs, and parmesan in the slow cooker along with pasta sauce and mozzarella makes for a vegetarian dish that leaves even carnivores satisfied. Leftover...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Love the black beans served at Chili's? Try this copycat version, made with only 5 ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Made with eggs, Monterey jack cheese, Colby cheese, frozen chopped broccoli, bacon, yellow onion, all-purpose flour, bread crumbs, sour cream

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

These sweet glazed garlic cloves great for adding a surprising pop of flavor to salads or spreading on crusty bread.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Say goodbye to boring cabbage with this delicious dish featuring layers of tender cabbage, homemade white sauce, shredded cheddar, and a buttery crumb topping.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This recipe invites mushrooms to take center stage with the bold companion of Burgundy wine and a touch of seasoning. Simple prep meets luxurious flavors, in...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Want to feel like you're on a beach? This simple, creamy dish mixes corn with coconut milk and shreds for a taste of Hawaii at home.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Country club potatoes blend tender potatoes with garlic and a creamy cheese mixture. Quick to prepare and bake, this dish is a substantial addition to holiday dinners or weeknight...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A tasty clone recipe from the famous Mexican-style chicken restaurant chain. It's made with canned black beans, onion, yellow bell pepper, garlic, barbecue sauce...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Oven roasting vegetables helps bring out the natural sweetness. All you need for seasoning is salt and pepper and you have a delicious side dish.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

What is Kumla? Kumla, also known as komle or raspeball, is a traditional Norwegian dish made of potato dumplings typically served with butter.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

It doesn't get much easier than this. Chopped artichoke hearts mixed with breadcrumbs and parmesan and baked until nice and crispy. Awesome for changing up your normal side dish...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Just because sauerkraut is usually relegated to a condiment doesn't mean it can't shine as a main ingredient. Along with chopped veggies and a simple dressing, it makes a...


Time:   over 5 hours

Lotus root is gorgeous, if you've never cooked it (or heard of it) before. A light marinade gives the lotus root a delicate balance of flavors to go along with its picture-perfect...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Are you looking for a flavorful vegetable side dish? This is a delicious way to enjoy collard greens with some crispy bacon bits for added flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Zucchini and yellow squash baked with onions and topped with American cheese is a treat. Copycat of an Atlanta classic.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The famous restaurant where this was served has been closed since 1994 but you can still make this southern favorite at home with this delicious recipe.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Make this restaurant-worthy appetizer in your own kitchen. A parmesan, egg and flour batter gives the mushrooms that perfectly crispy golden-brown fry. Serve with some herb aioli...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These savory, soy-infused shrooms are a versatile addition to all sorts of Asian meals. Try them as a side dish, slice them up into a ramen bowl, or as an appetizer.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Thin-sliced spuds with onion, beef broth, and thyme are as savory and tender as can be. A bit of fresh parsley sprinkled over top finishes the job.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

You might think that Cracker Barrel has some crazy secret ingredient that makes their carrot side dish so delicious. It is a secret ingredient but...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Potatoes, onion, and squash are cooked in a skillet for one of the easiest side dishes you'll make this week.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Three ingredients make up this popular crock pot side dish: mushrooms, ranch salad dressing mix, and butter.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

See how easy it is to cook cabbage in the crock pot with this simple recipe.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Garlic and red pepper flakes give bean sprouts a pop of flavor while keeping them subtle enough to go with any sort of seared meat or seafood.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, onion, yellow squash, eggs, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, sugar, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Get ready to add some zing to your snack game with these crispy, French-fried green pepper rings. You might just discover your new favorite bite-sized treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

You might be used to sweet and sour chicken or pork, but how about cabbage? It makes a killer side dish, deeply flavored from sesame and chili oil.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with dried black eyed peas, yellow onion, andouille or kielbasa sausage, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic, fresh thyme, bay leaves, fresh parsley, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Potato flakes, baking mix, and water stirred constantly form a starchy ball that's meant to be served on top of stew. The more traditional ingredients are harder to find so this is a great...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Haluski is made with just four ingredients and is great with sour cream or cottage cheese and makes a perfect compliment to sausage or kielbasa.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Bacon, mayo, and Velveeta cheese make an uncompromisingly creamy potato casserole that is oh so worth the calories.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The crockpot is an ingenious solution to the hassle of dried beans. Corn, celery, and onions with dried limas is a fantastic "set it and forget it" option for...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Make these famous Boston Market potato wedges in your own kitchen. You won't know you're not sitting in the restaurant.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The batter on these onion rings is full of flavor and has a crispy texture

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with carrots or whole sugar snap peas, coconut milk, soy sauce, curry powder, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar or cider vinegar, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Stewed with onions, tomatoes, and spices, these pinto beans make a stellar Southwest side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A crispy batter on the outside and tender veggie inside. Cauliflower makes an easy vegetable tempura.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe for brie and Brussels sprouts is a delicious way to enjoy these two simple ingredients. The Brussels sprouts are steamed until tender, then coated in a creamy brie...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Eggplant pancakes are a delicious way to enjoy eggplant. Eggplant and cheese are formed into patties and fried until crispy. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Say hello to your new favorite spinach dish. This souffle mixes cheddar, cream cheese, and spices, all easily cooked in your crock pot.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

If you're looking to add a pop of color to a meal, you can't do much better than purple cabbage. This recipe manages to bring the sweet and sour flavor along with the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Eggplant and sauteed veggies topped with cheese, eggs, and crumbled cornbread bake together in this down-home, comfort food vegetarian copycat.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:  

This copycat creamed spinach recipe is the perfect side dish for a Sunday dinner or special occasion. It's creamy and flavorful without being overly rich and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Blanched cabbage and grated carrots dressed in a tangy blend of brown sugar and vinegar make a delightful complement to savory pupusa pancakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This is a variation on caramelized onions that uses boiled onions that are glazed with a sugar and steak sauce mixture. The onions come out rich and tender.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This dish is low in fat and calories, but it is still packed with flavor. You will love how cheesy and delicious this cauliflower side dish is.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sesame seeds, brown sugar, parsnips, vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Want a super easy side dish? These slow cooked potatoes are just the seasoned recipe you are looking for.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Fresh green beans are stir-fried and tossed with a spicy Szechuan sauce. Goes great with chicken, pork, fish... almost anything that needs a zesty side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cooking Brussels sprouts so they're tender but still firm is half the battle; the other half is adding in some perky flavors like this fresh dill and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Fresh spinach, potatoes, and onion curried in a rich spice mixture. Vegetarian Indian cooking at its best.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Placing the corn on a rack in the roaster oven over the water steams the corn instead of boiling it making it more tender and flavorful.

Method:   roaster oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A Mediterranean alternative to beef stuffed cabbage rolls. Simmer the vegetarian stuffed leaves in tomato sauce with basil and cinnamon and you're ready to...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This passover bake doesn't mess around. Zucchini, carrots and onions add to the veggie variety; some matzo meal and eggs bind the whole thing together beautifully.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

If you get your hands on some ground egusi seeds, you owe it to yourself to make this dish. Can't find egusi? Substitute pepitas (pumpkin seeds) or sesame seeds.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Ginger glazed carrots are a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor to your side dish. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or holiday meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Carrots are packed with nutrients, including fiber, Vitamin A, and potassium. Cinnamon, butter, and sugar dress these up so you forget you are eating veggies.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with fresh green beans and a simple yet tasty lemon butter sauce, these copycat green beans from Buca di Beppo are a delicious and easy side dish that pairs...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes