Vegetable Side Dishes

Made with butter, all-purpose flour, salt and pepper, sugar pumpkin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Feta cheese or cottage cheese, black pepper, dried oregano or marjoram, eggplant, oil, onion, garlic, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour, tomatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Mushrooms soak up the flavors that they cook in so slow cooking them in a herby, buttery mixture results in a delicious mushroom side dish!

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with onion, red potatoes, Barbecue Seasoning, vegetable oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Say hello to elote, the Mexican street food that's about to be your favorite way to make corn on the cob! Whole ears are grilled and rubbed with mayo, cheese, and chili powder.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Interested in exploring a bold new flavor? Fried plantains offer that irresistible combination of sweetness and savory crunch, making them a must-try.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with blue cheese, portobello mushrooms, soy sauce, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

No need to spend a lot of time at the stove, these onions caramelize in the crock pot! This recipe makes it easy to whip up a big batch to use for sandwiches, dips, and...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

What Asian side dish is better than snow peas? This recipe couldn't be easier, just saute the peas with red onion and add in the soy at the end. Effortless addition to a meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Green beans and bacon are a Southern standard, right up there with collard greens. Grab this recipe and get it right.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Baked Brussels sprouts make such perfectly poppable morsels. They're a no-brainer to serve as a side to a steak or pork chop, but they also make a wonderful addition to...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with Parmesan cheese, olive oil, spinach leaves, garlic salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Dressing up frozen veggies into a genuine side dish is an excellent skill to have up your sleeve in a pinch. Mushrooms and onion flakes turn some plain frozen peas into something...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This is the kind of Chinese food you might not find in a takeout box. Stir-fried eggplant with ground pork and onions in a sweet and spicy sauce might just change...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, sea salt, carrots, olive oil, cumin, water, lemon juice, honey

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The sweet ginger-lime combo gives carrots a tang that would pair well with Mexican or Asian cooking, but it's subtle enough that they'll never overpower your main dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, sugar, butter, scallion, radishes, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with dried parsley, black pepper, salt, olive oil, onion, garlic, butter beans, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A flavorful way to cook mushrooms. They are sprinkled with garlic and rosemary and drizzled with olive oil then baked in the oven.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with beets, brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, pineapple tidbits, butter, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, ground ginger, olive oil, onions, jalapeno peppers, black beans, diced tomatoes, honey, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cauliflower is such an easy veggie to saute up at a moment's notice. Adding in a chopped handful oil-packed, sun-dried tomatoes gives the side dish a Mediterranean flair and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Hard to "beet" perfectly roasted veggies with a flavorful glaze. Tart grapefruit along with sweet maple syrup balances out the earthy flavor of...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

What ingredient is better suited to an Amish recipe than the humble turnip? This recipe showcases the root veggie in a creamy gratin without being too show-offy.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with rice, hot sauce, Cajun/Creole seasoning, dried beans, bacon, green bell pepper, onion, celery, red wine vinegar, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with ground ginger, asparagus, almonds, salad oil, salt, black pepper, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This easy channa recipe combines the hearty texture of chickpeas with the aromatic flavors of Indian spices, including curry powder, cinnamon, and cardamom.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A quick and easy way to put together a delicious, healthy meal. Cannellini beans are a great source of protein and fiber, and the prosciutto adds a nice salty...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, pecans, tarragon vinegar, asparagus

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Baked potato slices are covered with barbecue sauce, Monterery Jack cheese, bacon, and green onions.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A scrumptious Asian pork blend flavored with ginger and soy is the perfect filling for golden-fried slices of eggplant. Absolutely addicting.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Asparagus spears tossed in olive oil, salt and pepper roasted and topped with melty mozzarella and parmesan make a decadent side dish for...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Garbanzo beans make delicious hummus but they are also tasty in other recipes. This recipe spices them up with mustard seed, cinnamon, and cloves.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you love garlic, this super souffle made with cream cheese and parmesan is full of the stuff.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A full-flavored beer braise makes this cabbage dish perfect to serve alongside roast pork or grilled sausage.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, salt, parsley, cauliflower, roasted red pepper, kalamata olives, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground cinnamon, carrots, orange zest, orange juice, canola oil, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Fresh green beans are blanched then tossed with red onion and a balsamic vinaigrette then topped with toasted sesame seeds.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, milk, Spanish onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, blue cheese, Idaho potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

The apples and onions are golden brown and glistening with that tantalizing mix of sweet and savory. Perfect accompaniment to roasted or grilled meat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with Parmesan cheese, kohlrabi bulbs, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Roasting thick cauliflower "steaks" creates a unique side dish or vegetarian entree. Chimichurri is a classic Argentinian condiment for meat but it pairs...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, Parmesan cheese, cauliflower, water, butter, egg yolks

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, fresh basil, olive oil, artichokes, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, dried oregano, garlic, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

If a frittata is an egg dish with some vegetables inside, this kugel is the exact opposite. Eggs hold together a load of veggie goodness from zucchini, broccoli, and carrots while the...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with butter, oil, flour, Parmesan cheese, dried mixed herbs, cauliflower

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, kosher salt, potatoes, olive oil, garlic, rosemary

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with vegetables, oil, garlic & herb seasoning

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Gruyere cheese and browned butter make these Brussels sprouts a hit

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Want to cook up some brilliant Brussels? Boiled sprouts stirred with oil-toasted pine nuts and garlic get a tangy touch of parmesan that balances the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Something as basic as a side of green beans is elevated with a simple, effortless sprinkling of toasted nuts. Works wonders for both flavor and textural interest.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Turn boring frozen peas into something cravable. Parmesan makes most things better, but a touch of lemon zest and tarragon really makes these peas pop.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Black kale is an extra cool looking way to get your veggies, but regular kale works fine too. Onion, cilantro, and white wine help make an exquisite pile of greens that'll go...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A generous touch of sweet maple syrup helps take the bitter edge of these beautifully glazed beets.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Tasty roasted vegetables - the secret ingredient is orange marmalade!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Potato slices are seasoned with garlic pepper and pan-fried in bacon drippings with onion and topped with crumbled bacon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bacon + Brussels sprouts + balsamic = brilliant. Crispy bacon make a terrific textural complement for soft roasted sprouts while a touch of fruity balsamic ties the all...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy and delicious side dish. The carrots are cooked in a savory basil and orange sauce until they are tender and flavorful. This is a great way to get your kids...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

These baked green beans would make any Southern grandma proud. Onions and mushrooms sauteed in bacon grease bake with the beans for a staple in comfort food side dishes.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with garlic & onion medley seasoning, olive oil, asparagus spears, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with marinara sauce, black pepper, salt, poblano peppers, non-stick cooking spray, spinach, scallions, vegetable broth, couscous, Parmesan...

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, corn, bell pepper, onion, margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes