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
Vegetable Side Dishes
Vegetables are an important part of every meal. With all these different recipes we're pretty sure you'll find one to pair with any entree, tempt even the pickiest of eaters, and get a dose of healthy eating year 'round. Choose from common veggies like green beans, carrots or corn - or try something different like chayote, edamame or celery root.
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Artichoke Casserole
Batter Fried Mushrooms
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
Copycat Boston Market Creamed Spinach
One bite of this rich and creamy copycat spinach dish and you'll know why it's so popular at Boston Market!
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan
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
Candied Garlic
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
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Oven-Roasted Vegetables
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
Skillet Squash And Potatoes
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
Copycat Calhoun's Spinach Maria
Chopped, sauteed greens mixed with a roux and three types of cheeses may be the furthest spinach has ever strayed from a salad bowl.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Chili's Black Beans
Love the black beans served at Chili's? Try this copycat version, made with only 5 ingredients.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Baby Carrots
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
Slow Cooker Cooked Cabbage
See how easy it is to cook cabbage in the crock pot with this simple recipe.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Copycat Three Dollar Cafe Squash Casserole
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
Copycat El Pollo Loco Black Beans
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
Aunt Fanny's Squash Casserole
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
Deep Fried Broccoli
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
Copycat Wyatt's Cafeteria Eggplant Dressing
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:
Passover Spinach Bake
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
Slow Cooked Asparagus
This is a great way to cook fresh asparagus that isn't as tender to cook by other methods. It's perfect for those thicker stalks, just be sure to trim off the tough woody ends.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Stir-Fried Bean Sprouts
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
Copycat Dillard House Cabbage Casserole
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
Slow Cooker Ranch Mushrooms
Three ingredients make up this popular crock pot side dish: mushrooms, ranch salad dressing mix, and butter.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Marinated Lotus Root
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
Copycat Steak and Ale Burgundy Mushrooms
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
Fufu (Ghana)
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
Amish Sauerkraut Salad
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
Low Carb Squash Au Gratin
This simple side dish can be made with zucchini, summer squash, or other squash. Whichever you choose, simply cook until tender and then add to the remaining ingredients.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Fried Collard Greens
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
Sag Aloo (Curried Spinach And Potatoes)
Fresh spinach, potatoes, and onion curried in a rich spice mixture. Vegetarian Indian cooking at its best.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pickled Brussels Sprouts
Pickled Brussels sprouts are a traditional Eastern European recipe. They can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or part of a main course.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Batter Fried Zucchini
Slices of zucchini are dipped in a secret batter (ok, it's pancake batter) and deep fried until golden brown. Serve with a marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Quick & Easy Eggplant
Thin sliced, breaded eggplant makes for a killer side dish or an addicting snack. This recipe might just have you picking up an eggplant instead of a bag of chips.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Kumla (Norwegian Potato Balls)
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
Bouillon Potatoes
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
A Really Delicious Way to Cook Eggplant (In The Slow Cooker)
Fear the eggplant no more! Crock pot eggplant cooked with mushrooms, red wine, and tomatoes makes a really delicious topping for hot, cooked...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Candied Onions
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
Homemade RoTel Tomatoes
Ro*tel tomatoes are used in a variety of recipes, particularly in Tex-Mex cooking. They are a spicy, canned diced tomato found in most grocery stores. It's simple to make your...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Eggplant Pancakes
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
Sweet and Sour Purple Cabbage
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
Potatoes In Garlic Mayonnaise (Potatoes Aioli)
There's something about tender, crispy roasted potatoes smothered in a rich, garlic mayonnaise that just hits the spot.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cabbage and Noodles (Haluski)
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
Tempura Cauliflower
A crispy batter on the outside and tender veggie inside. Cauliflower makes an easy vegetable tempura.
Method: deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Ginger Glazed Carrots
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
Copycat Horn & Hardart's Creamed Spinach
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
Slow Cooker Parsley Potatoes
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
Cajun Fried Potatoes
Perfect potatoes aren't difficult. These cajun-style spuds are parboiled and coated in spices like cayenne, cumin, and garlic powder before a quick pan fry for that crispy outside...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Brussels Sprouts Marinated In Italian Dressing
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
Heart Attack Potatoes
Bacon, mayo, and Velveeta cheese make an uncompromisingly creamy potato casserole that is oh so worth the calories.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Egusi Spinach
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
Copycat Black-Eyed Pea Baked Squash
Made with black pepper, onion, yellow squash, eggs, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, sugar, salt
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Asian-Style Parsnips
Made with sesame seeds, brown sugar, parsnips, vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Lima Beans and Corn
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
Homemade Tater Tots
You can make these tasty tots ahead of time and freeze them for later (or, eat them right away!)
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Middle Eastern Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage
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
Slow Cooker Country-Style Green Beans With Bacon, Onions And Balsamic Vinegar
Slightly tangy, slightly sweet. These green beans will become your new favorite recipe!
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
German Onion Pie
A rich and creamy pie made with yellow onions and bacon that are baked in a sour cream sauce. Serve as a side dish with roasted meats.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Ultimate Onion Rings
The batter on these onion rings is full of flavor and has a crispy texture
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mushroom Ratatouille
Mushrooms are a great addition to this ratatouille which also contains onion, eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fried Eggplant Parmigiana
This dish features eggplant slices fried to a golden brown, topped with a rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a special occasion.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Deep Fried Buttermilk Battered Onion Rings
The buttermilk batter is the winning ingredient in this recipe. If you like onion rings, you'll love this recipe!
Method: deep fryer
Time: 2-5 hours
Lima Bean and Roasted Corn Succotash
A perfect side dish to bring to a cookout. Boiled lima beans with skillet-roasted corn and herbs make a refreshing reprieve from the usual heavy potato salads and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Brie and Brussels Sprouts
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
Oven Roasted Roma Tomatoes
These oven-roasted tomatoes are great on their own, but also make an incredibly flavorful substitute for regular tomatoes in most dishes.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.
What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.