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Vegetable Side Dishes

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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recipe for slow cooker saucy green peas and onions

Slow Cooker Saucy Green Peas And Onions

Made with grated nutmeg, Cheddar cheese, half and half, flour, Creole seasoning, onion, butter, frozen green peas

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for turkish baked spinach rolls

Turkish Baked Spinach Rolls

Made with black pepper, salt, parsley, fresh chopped spinach, frozen chopped spinach, onion, olive oil, feta cheese, egg

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamed dandelion leaves

Creamed Dandelion Leaves

Made with salt and pepper, fresh dandelion leaves, water, butter, salt, flour, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked asparagus with parmesan cheese

Baked Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese

Made with asparagus, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, white bread crumbs, margarine

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cabbage and leeks in cream sauce

Cabbage and Leeks in Cream Sauce

Made with cabbage, leeks, garlic, sherry or dry white wine, water, butter, flour, milk, mace or nutmeg

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for lemony corn chaat (bhutta chaat)

Lemony Corn Chaat (Bhutta chaat)

Made with tomato, corn, lemon juice, fresh ginger, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, black salt, cayenne pepper, cucumber, red onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker butter beans

Slow Cooker Butter Beans

Made with water, Tabasco sauce, lima beans, smoked sausage, green onions, garlic powder, beef bouillon cubes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for glazed julienne carrots

Glazed Julienne Carrots

Made with fresh parsley, black pepper, salt, margarine, brown sugar, carrots

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mexican-style vegetable saute

Mexican-Style Vegetable Saute

Made with cumin, avocado, lime juice, pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, garlic-flavored oil, garlic, hot chile pepper, bell pepper, summer squash, frozen corn kernels

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for broccoli with garlic butter

Broccoli With Garlic Butter

Made with Parmesan cheese, black pepper, broccoli, butter, olive oil, garlic, ground rosemary, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy stuffed szechuan eggplant

Spicy Stuffed Szechuan Eggplant

Made with sesame oil, hot chili oil, salt, vegetable oil, pork stock or chicken stock, Chinese hot soybean paste, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, eggplant

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for rotel squash

RoTel Squash

Made with cooking spray or oil, water, Parmesan cheese, crookneck squash, onion, egg noodles, Ro*Tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian leek tart (porrata)

Italian Leek Tart (Porrata)

Made with pancetta, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, pie crust, olive oil, leeks, black pepper, salt, eggs, milk, Pecorino Romano cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for orange and almond roasted asparagus

Orange and Almond Roasted Asparagus

Made with almonds, asparagus, olive oil, oranges, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for creole grilled chayote ratatouille

Creole Grilled Chayote Ratatouille

Made with Creole seasoning, chayotes, eggplant, onions, green bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, parsley, bay leaves

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cajun stuffed eggplant

Cajun Stuffed Eggplant

Made with bacon, onion, celery, green bell pepper, garlic, ground pork, ground beef, Rotel tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cabbage cakes

Cabbage Cakes

Made with black pepper, sugar, eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, milk, club soda, oil, cabbage

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for creamed carrots

Creamed Carrots

Made with half-and-half, black pepper, carrots, chicken broth, butter, all-purpose flour, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun smothered potatoes

Cajun Smothered Potatoes

Made with black pepper, red pepper, salt, garlic powder, green onion, potatoes, bacon, Tasso sausage, pork sausage, yellow onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cauliflower with cotija cheese

Cauliflower With Cotija Cheese

Made with fresh parsley or cilantro, cauliflower, butter, olive oil, salt, cotija cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for alu bagan

Alu Bagan

Made with garlic, potatoes, eggplant, mushrooms, tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, water, turmeric, curry powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled cabbage

Grilled Cabbage

Made with salt and pepper, cabbage, butter, garlic, ice

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dry indian okra

Dry Indian Okra

Made with lime, salt and pepper, okra, vegetable oil, coriander seeds, onion, tomatoes, cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for quick garlic and chili pepper eggplant

Quick Garlic And Chili Pepper Eggplant

Made with ground turmeric, eggplant, vegetable oil, cumin seeds, black pepper, onion, garlic, green chili peppers, tomato, ground coriander

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eggplant and pasta pasticcio

Eggplant And Pasta Pasticcio

Made with mozzarella cheese, flour, tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, chili pepper, salt and pepper, olive oil, eggplant

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pattypan squash fritter

Pattypan Squash Fritter

Made with salt, baking powder, oil, eggs, milk, pattypan squash, vegetable oil, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for spinach and barley bake

Spinach And Barley Bake

Made with dried thyme, flour, pearled barley, water, frozen chopped spinach, mushrooms, garlic, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg substitute

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for african greens

African Greens

Made with tomato paste, salt, kale, green bell pepper, onion, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cooking dried beans in the slow cooker

Cooking Dried Beans In The Slow Cooker

Made with water, beans, celery, onion, carrot

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for mashed parsnips with brown sugar

Mashed Parsnips With Brown Sugar

Made with fresh parsnips, water, margarine, salt and pepper, brown sugar, maple syrup or honey, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled portobello and vegetable stacks

Grilled Portobello And Vegetable Stacks

Made with Fontina or mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, zucchini, yellow summer squash, red bell pepper, olive oil, salt, black pepper, portobello mushroom

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spinach (korean sigumchi namul)

Spinach (Korean Sigumchi Namul)

Made with pepper, white vinegar, sugar, spinach, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mediterranean eggplant casserole

Mediterranean Eggplant Casserole

Made with onion, olive oil, garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, tomatoes, fresh basil, dry bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hot ratatouille

Hot Ratatouille

Craving a cozy dish but short on time? This hot ratatouille recipe has got you covered. A microwave side dish loaded with veggies and cheese. It's fast food, made fabulous.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bavarian red cabbage

Bavarian Red Cabbage

Made with bacon grease or melted butter, red cabbage, onions, apples, salt, water, sugar, cider vinegar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker black bean and corn stuffed peppers

Slow Cooker Black Bean and Corn Stuffed Peppers

Made with scallions, corn, plum tomatoes, cilantro, fresh parsley, dried parsley, fresh basil, dried basil

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour red cabbage

Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage

Made with onion, brown sugar, flour, salt, black pepper, water, vinegar, red cabbage

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baked turnip puff

Baked Turnip Puff

Made with eggs, turnip, butter, salt, black pepper, sugar, flour, rosemary

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for green pea casserole

Green Pea Casserole

Made with eggs, sugar, green peas, mushrooms, pimientos, milk, water, flour, butter, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for southern turnip green soup

Southern Turnip Green Soup

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, cooked grits, turnips with turnip greens, butter, onions, salt, sugar, chicken stock, lemon juice, half and half

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fresh okra succotash

Fresh Okra Succotash

Made with black pepper, salt, okra, lima beans, corn, tomatoes, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for caribbean corn

Caribbean Corn

Made with green onions, ground ginger, cumin, sugar, non-stick cooking spray, corn, garlic, pineapple juice, skim milk, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for portobello stuffed with couscous and greens

Portobello Stuffed With Couscous And Greens

Made with cooking spray, olive oil, red bell pepper, shallots or onion, vegetable broth, garlic, couscous, fresh rosemary, salt and pepper, fresh baby...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gourmet slow cooker potatoes

Gourmet Slow Cooker Potatoes

Made with milk, black pepper, salt, potatoes, margarine, American cheese, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, onion

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for spicy west african okra

Spicy West African Okra

Made with water, cayenne pepper, fresh okra, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spicy roasted eggplant with oyster sauce

Spicy Roasted Eggplant With Oyster Sauce

Made with fresh cilantro, red pepper flakes, eggplants, oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, peanut oil, garlic, fresh ginger

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baby turnip and turnip greens ragout

Baby Turnip And Turnip Greens Ragout

Made with butter, fresh herbs, black pepper, leeks, olive oil, onion, garlic, turnips, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for egg salad stuffed tomatoes

Egg Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

Made with tomatoes, Tabasco sauce, salt, onion, prepared mustard, mayonnaise, parsley, hard-cooked eggs


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fiesta corn

Fiesta Corn

This recipe is similar to the "Mexi-corn" that you buy at the store and can be used as a side dish or in another recipe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eggplant croquettes

Eggplant Croquettes

Made with black pepper, salt, vegetable oil, eggplants, sharp Cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, eggs, dried parsley, onion, garlic

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for steakhouse green beans

Steakhouse Green Beans

Made with whole green beans, white pepper, bacon, au jus mix, water, garlic powder, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for old fashioned parched corn

Old Fashioned Parched Corn

Made with lard, salt, dried corn

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cauliflower with parmesan cheese sauce

Cauliflower With Parmesan Cheese Sauce

Made with Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, water, salt, cauliflower, margarine, flour, onion powder, chicken broth, half and half or evaporated skim milk

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for collard greens with cornmeal dumplings

Collard Greens With Cornmeal Dumplings

Made with ham hock, sugar, crushed red pepper, fresh collard greens, seasoned salt, garlic powder, black pepper, cornmeal, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for green beans with caramelized pearl onions

Green Beans With Caramelized Pearl Onions

Made with brown sugar, green beans, pearl onions, margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for batter fried okra

Batter Fried Okra

Made with fresh okra, oil, cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, water, egg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sauteed spinach with tomato sauce and feta

Sauteed Spinach With Tomato Sauce And Feta

Made with feta cheese, dry dill, fresh spinach, olive oil, crushed red pepper, garlic, onion, fresh tomato, fresh dill

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker sour cream potatoes

Slow Cooker Sour Cream Potatoes

Made with frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, Cojack cheese, sour cream, condensed cream of mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cypriot tourlou-tourlou (vegetable potpourri)

Cypriot Tourlou-Tourlou (Vegetable Potpourri)

Made with soft white bread crumbs, water, black pepper, sage, eggplants, zucchinis, tomatoes, corn oil, garlic, parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for deep-fried spicy mushrooms

Deep-Fried Spicy Mushrooms

Made with egg, milk, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mushroom and stilton mousse

Mushroom and Stilton Mousse

Made with mushrooms, egg whites, salt and freshly ground black pepper, button mushrooms, Stilton cheese, mayonnaise, yogurt, fresh parsley, cayenne pepper, unflavored...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fried lettuce

Fried Lettuce

Made with lettuce, oil, garlic, salt, Vesop

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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