Made with black pepper, salt, asparagus, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh rosemary, sugar
Method: oven
Time: under 30 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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Roasted Asparagus With Rosemary
Traditional Irish Champ
Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, baking potatoes, milk, butter, green onions
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
BBQ Potatoes
Made with onion, red potatoes, Barbecue Seasoning, vegetable oil
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat The Parthenon's Famous Braised Green Beans
Ever thought of turning green beans into the star of your meal? With this recipe, those humble veggies take a delicious detour into Greek-inspired...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Hawaiian Beets
Made with beets, brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, pineapple tidbits, butter, lemon juice
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Vegetable Kugel
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
Paula's Patates Lemonates
These potatoes take on a Greek flavor with the addition of oregano and lemon juice. So simple to prepare yet they go with a variety of entrees.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Grilled Mushroom Packets
Fresh mushrooms, zucchini, onion, a bell peppers are mixed with dry couscous and Alfredo sauce in a foil wrap and cooked on the grill (or in the oven).
Method: oven, outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Grilled Vegetables With Parmesan And Truffle Oil
Made with garlic, portobello mushroom caps, zucchini squash, yellow squash, carrots, roma tomatoes, radishes, red onion, olive oil
Method: outdoor grill, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Easy Grilled Vegetables
Made with assorted cut up vegetables, olive or vegetable oil, Montreal chicken seasoning
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Garlic & Onion Grilled Vegetables
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
Roasted Garlic Grilled Vegetables
Made with vegetables, oil, garlic & herb seasoning
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Steamed Spinach With Red Radishes
Made with black pepper, salt, fresh spinach, radishes, water, lemon juice
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cauliflower With Paprika And Garlic Sauce
Made with red wine or sherry vinegar, cauliflower, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, salt, sweet paprika
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Wilted Green Beans With Basil
Made with bell peppers, salt and pepper, green beans, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Ratatouille With Cinnamon Basil
A great way to use the end-of-summer vegetables! This version of ratatouille uses cinnamon basil which gives it a unique "warm" basil flavor.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pomegranate And Maple-Glazed Beets
A generous touch of sweet maple syrup helps take the bitter edge of these beautifully glazed beets.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Peppery Slow Cooker Red Onions
Slow-cooked red onions are borderline magical. How does so much flavor come from such a humble ingredient? You'll want to put these sweet and spicy onion slices on...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Roasted Carrots And Julienne Vegetables
Tasty roasted vegetables - the secret ingredient is orange marmalade!
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Herbed Green Beans With Roasted Peppers
Made with pepper, salt, dried basil, butter or olive oil, whole green beans, frozen whole green beans, roasted red peppers, French fried onions, water
Method: outdoor grill, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Hot Garlic-Parmesan Souffle
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
Miso Braised Kohlrabi
Ever cooked with kohlrabi before? This recipe showcases kohlrabi's flavors, giving you the perfect canvas for that umami-packed miso magic.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti
A great alternative to the traditional carb-laden spaghetti with pasta. Spaghetti squash is cooked and served with a homemade pasta sauce with tomatoes and sweet bell...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Cherry Tomatoes and Avocado Mousse
Whether you're looking for a vegan stand-in for deviled eggs or you just want to make some eye-catching appetizers, these tomatoes stuffed with an avocado mousse will...
Time: over 2 hours
French Peas
Fresh peas, onions, and lettuce combine for a light and vibrant side dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a fast side dish that complements a variety of main courses.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Parmesan Romano Stuffed Artichokes
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
Thanksgiving Maize
Made with margarine, sour cream, corn muffin mix, whole kernel corn, cream corn
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Caramelized Apples And Onions
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
African Squash And Yams Futari for Kwanzaa
Made with ground cloves, yams or sweet potatoes, ground cinnamon, onion, oil, coconut milk, hubbard squash, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Honeyed Carrots
Carrots; good for the eyes and good for the belly. This super simple recipe will have your honey saying, "oh, honey." Who knew carrots could taste so good? We did!
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Sook Choo Na Mool (Korean Bean Sprout Salad)
This Korean salad features crisp bean sprouts coated in a sesame-infused dressing, perfect for a light and tangy side dish.
Time: 1-2 hours
Sprout Curry
Made with fresh thyme, onion, olive oil, basil, curry powder, water, sprouts
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Tahu Goreng Kecap (Bean Sprouts with Fried Bean Curd)
Made with spring onions, palm sugar, hard yellow bean curd, oil, dark soy sauce, garlic, sambal ulek, fresh red chili, onion
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Sweet 'n' Spicy Black Beans
Made with salt, ground ginger, olive oil, onions, jalapeno peppers, black beans, diced tomatoes, honey, brown sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cheesy Batter Fried Squash
Fried zucchini: a comical coincidence of healthy and unhealthy! Combine baking mix, egg and parmesan to make a batter for frying up the sliced squash.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Barbecued Potatoes
If you're grilling your main course already then this potato side dish recipe is a breeze to add to your meal.
Method: stovetop, outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts
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
Hawaiian Kabobs
Made with ground ginger, brown sugar, olive oil, pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, green peppers, onion, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, soy sauce
Method: outdoor grill, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Bacon-Maple Brussels Sprouts
Adding maple and bacon gives the Brussels sprouts incredible flavor, but the technique of boiling and cooling the sprouts before caramelizing them is crucial to a crispy...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Dressed Up Green Beans
Made with kosher salt, sesame seeds, fresh green beans, shallot, garlic, butter, olive oil
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spiced Garbanzos
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
Simple Ratatouille
This ratatouille recipe is a simple twist on the classic French dish. It is typically served as a side dish, but can also be enjoyed as a main course. This dish is full of flavor and...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Tomato-Stuffed Eggplant
Fresh parsley and chives add some fresh herbal flavor to the tomato-breadcrumb stuffing mixture. If you're not vegan, some gooey mozzarella would be right at home on top of...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Pine Nuts
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
Maple Rutabaga With Cranberries
Made with fresh parsley, rutabagas, maple syrup, butter, salt, pepper, dried cranberries, bread crumbs
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Baked Green Beans
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
Nebraska Corn Pie
Made with butter, corn, sugar, black pepper, bacon, fine bread crumbs, tomatoes, green bell pepper, salt
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Brussels Sprouts with Shallot and Pomegranate
Brussels sprouts and pomegranate are an outstanding fruit and veggie pairing. They make a beautifully contrasting dish with savory sprouts and bright pops...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Almond Asparagus
Made with ground ginger, asparagus, almonds, salad oil, salt, black pepper, sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spaghetti Squash With Roasted Peppers
Made with red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, jalapeno peppers, olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, fresh rosemary, white wine, fresh parsley, black oil-cured olives
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Sauteed Summer Vegetables
Break the bland vegetable mold with this sauteed summer recipe. It's a colorful, zesty mix that turns up the volume on your veggie consumption.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad
Made with black pepper, salt, frozen Brussels sprouts, Brussels sprouts, olive oil, dried thyme, caraway seed, balsamic vinegar
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Tomato & Olive-Stuffed Portobello Caps
Made with soy sauce, lemon juice, plum tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, kalamata olives, garlic, olive oil, fresh rosemary, black pepper, portobello mushroom caps
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Shredded Brussels Sprouts Sauteed With Sweet Onions
Brussels sprouts hater? Try them this way. The texture is completely different than usual and they have a naturally slightly sweet flavor that really...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Haricots Verts With Shaved Parmesan
Thin green beans are tossed with a blend of sour cream and lemon juice and topped with shaved Parmesan cheese.
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Fresh Green Beans With Bacon Dressing
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
Poke Salad Greens
Made with green onions, poke leaves, pork fatback
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sesame Broccoli Packet
Made with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, broccoli, fresh mushrooms, soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, ground ginger
Method: outdoor grill, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Kathie's Tater Toes
Made with green onion, hot pepper sauce, potatoes, butter, salt, cajun spice blend, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Green Beans With Caramelized Shallots
Made with dried thyme, olive oil, butter, haricots verts or slender green beans, shallots
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Roasted Asparagus Goldenrod
Made with hard-boiled eggs, salt and freshly ground black pepper, asparagus, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, lemon juice, shallot, Dijon mustard, hot sauce...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Mexi-Corn (Elote)
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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