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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 easy asparagus potato chip casserole

Easy Asparagus Potato Chip Casserole

Made with butter, potato chips, Cheddar cheese, asparagus, cream of mushroom soup, chopped/minced pimiento, hard boiled eggs, sweet onion

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fried eggplant cubes

Fried Eggplant Cubes

Made with vegetable oil, whole milk, eggplant, Cajun seasoning, all-purpose flour, bread crumbs, eggs

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 3 cheese spinach egg casserole

3 Cheese Spinach Egg Casserole

Made with Mozzarella cheese, Cheddar cheese, flour, cottage cheese, onion, margarine, eggs, frozen chopped spinach

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for peas & dumplings

Peas & Dumplings

Made with milk, biscuit baking mix, salt and pepper, English peas, water, butter, evaporated milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oaxacan pumpkin tamales (tamales miahuatecos)

Oaxacan Pumpkin Tamales (Tamales Miahuatecos)

Made with ground cinnamon, piloncillo, brown sugar, salt, water, anise, pasilla de oaxaca chilies, dried chipotle chilies, or canned chipotlies in adobo...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for baked cucumbers

Baked Cucumbers

Baked cucumbers, layered with butter and dill, make an easy yet elegant side dish that brings a fresh twist to routine vegetables.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamed sauerkraut

Creamed Sauerkraut

Made with water, oil, chicken bouillon, sauerkraut, mushroom soup, caraway seeds, white pepper, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for flash-cooked kale or collards with lemon juice

Flash-Cooked Kale Or Collards With Lemon Juice

Made with kale or collard greens, peanut oil, salt and ground black pepper, lemon juice, wine vinegar or sherry vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for stir-fried cabbage with eggs (orak-arik)

Stir-Fried Cabbage With Eggs (Orak-Arik)

Made with water, shallots, vegetable oil, white pepper, salt, cabbage, ginger, garlic, eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turnips with swiss chard

Turnips with Swiss Chard

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, turnips, Swiss chard, lemon zest

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for young peas and potatoes in white gravy

Young Peas And Potatoes In White Gravy

Made with flour, evaporated milk, peas, new potatoes, salt, black pepper,, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for peas in sour cream dill sauce

Peas in Sour Cream Dill Sauce

Made with sour cream, peas, butter or margarine, flour, milk, dill weed, salt, onion powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roasted carrots and leeks

Roasted Carrots And Leeks

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, carrots, leeks, olive oil, dried tarragon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for curried parsnip pie

Curried Parsnip Pie

Made with dried thyme or oregano, water, baby onions or shallots, parsnips, carrots, butter or margarine, whole wheat flour, curry or tikka paste, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for green beans, water chestnuts and almonds

Green Beans, Water Chestnuts And Almonds

Made with green beans, onion, olive oil, water chestnuts, almonds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy slow cooker cabbage casserole

Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Casserole

Made with salt and pepper, garlic, onion, cabbage, rice, tomato sauce, tomatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hot and spicy eggplant stir-fry with ramen noodles

Hot And Spicy Eggplant Stir-Fry With Ramen Noodles

Made with dark sesame oil, black vinegar, rice vinegar, hot chile paste, sugar, vegetable oil, Asian eggplants, scallions, snow pea pods

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crispy fried cabbage

Crispy Fried Cabbage

Made with flour, mustard, cabbage, egg, milk, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turnips and brussels sprouts with honey-walnut glaze

Turnips And Brussels Sprouts With Honey-Walnut Glaze

Made with salt and pepper, honey, Brussels sprouts, turnips, walnuts, butter or vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for very-much marinated red potatoes

Very-Much Marinated Red Potatoes

Made with water, salt, garlic, red onion, black pepper, olive oil, fresh parsley, basil or chives, Nicoise olives, bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for the parthenon's famous braised green beans

The Parthenon's Famous Braised Green Beans

Made with water, tomato paste, parsley, sugar, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomatoes, bay leaves, green beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for green beans and ham with spaetzle

Green Beans and Ham with Spaetzle

Made with green beans, smoked ham, potatoes, onion, water, salt and pepper, red wine or cider vinega, all-purpose flour, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mexican eggplant

Mexican Eggplant

Made with bread crumbs, black pepper, salt, eggplant, bacon drippings or vegetable oil, onion, chili powder, tomatoes, parsley, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for artichoke, mushroom, and spinach casserole

Artichoke, Mushroom, and Spinach Casserole

Made with butter, flour, milk, garlic powder, frozen chopped spinach, artichoke bottoms, salt, garlic, sour cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bamberg-style stuffed onions

Bamberg-Style Stuffed Onions

Made with eggs, fresh bread cubes, ground pork, smoked boneless pork chops, fresh parsley, salt, mace, thyme, black pepper, smoked bacon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crowd-size slow cooker party potatoes

Crowd-Size Slow Cooker Party Potatoes

Made with nacho-flavored taco chips, green onions, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, green chiles, Colby-Monterey jack cheese, frozen southern-style diced hash...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for easy bisquick corn pie

Easy Bisquick Corn Pie

Made with vegetable oil, corn kernels, salt, cream of mushroom soup, milk, egg, baking mix

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rio bravo beans

Rio Bravo Beans

Made with cheddar cheese, garlic, pinto beans, refried beans, red enchilada sauce, onions, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stewed eggplant and tomatoes

Stewed Eggplant and Tomatoes

Made with salt and pepper, fresh thyme, butter, sweet onion, eggplant, tomatoes, fresh oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for scalloped carrots for 50

Scalloped Carrots For 50

Carrots make a great side dish and this cheesy scalloped carrot recipe works great for a large group.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mexican grilled vegetables

Mexican Grilled Vegetables

Made with olive oil, red wine or balsamic vinegar, ground chile powder or cayenne, salt, sweet potatoes, zucchini, chayote, eggplant, green onions, cherry tomatoes

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for corn boil

Corn Boil

Made with butter, Old Bay seasoning, salt, crab boil, corn, garlic, onions, lemon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker okra and black eyed peas

Slow Cooker Okra and Black Eyed Peas

Looking for a hassle-free side dish option? This savory okra and black-eyed peas crock pot recipe mixes frozen vegetables, ranch beans, and zesty tomatoes for an...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for asparagus with swiss cheese sauce

Asparagus With Swiss Cheese Sauce

Made with salt and fresh ground pepper, asparagus, all-purpose flour, butter, milk, Swiss cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cabbage and cottage cheese in white sauce

Cabbage and Cottage Cheese in White Sauce

Made with butter, cabbage, spinach, paneer, onion, green chile, salt, white peppercorns, cornflour, milk

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled asparagus and eggplant roll ups

Grilled Asparagus and Eggplant Roll Ups

Made with seasoned olive oil, eggplant, asparagus

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grilled jicama

Grilled Jicama

Made with chili powder, lime juice, jicama, salt, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rutabaga and winter squash

Rutabaga And Winter Squash

Made with fresh cilantro, rutabaga, acorn squash, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, honey, sharp white cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop, rice cooker/steamer
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for honey glazed carrots and turnips

Honey Glazed Carrots And Turnips

Made with thyme, honey, butter, carrots, turnips, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for southern-style collard greens

Southern-Style Collard Greens

Made with water, onion, bay leaf, allspice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, tamari, cumin, honey, fresh collard greens

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mediterranean-style corn

Mediterranean-Style Corn

Made with olive oil, garlic, corn, fresh rosemary, black pepper and salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for jacques pepin's potatoes fondantes

Jacques Pepin's Potatoes Fondantes

Made with fleur de sel, fresh chives, baby Yukon gold or red boiling potatoes, fresh rosemary, chicken broth, olive oil, unsalted butter, kosher salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for steamed broccoli with garlic and parmesan

Steamed Broccoli With Garlic And Parmesan

Made with crushed red pepper, olive oil, garlic, lemon peel, broccoli, water, Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for artichoke, mushroom, and wild rice casserole with almonds

Artichoke, Mushroom, and Wild Rice Casserole with Almonds

Made with onion, white button mushrooms, butter, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, dry oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cherokee bean cakes

Cherokee Bean Cakes

Made with bacon drippings, dried beans, milk, eggs, salt, cornmeal

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for artichoke and tomato casserole

Artichoke and Tomato Casserole

Made with peeled tomatoes, bread crumbs, olive oil, Romano cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper, frozen artichoke hearts

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for peas with water chestnuts

Peas With Water Chestnuts

Made with sugar, salt, butter or margarine, frozen peas, sliced water chestnuts, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cabbage, cheese, and egg casserole

Cabbage, Cheese, And Egg Casserole

Made with butter, buttery round crackers, cabbage, water, almonds, Cheddar cheese, pimiento, eggs, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for connoisseur casserole

Connoisseur Casserole

Made with shoepeg corn, sour cream, celery, pimiento, onion, cheese, cream of celery soup, Ritz crackers, almonds

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stir-fried veggies with mozzarella

Stir-Fried Veggies With Mozzarella

Made with onion, zucchini, eggplant, yellow bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, green olives, tomato sauce, cream, curry

Method:   oven, electric skillet/wok
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for rice and vegetable stuffed peppers

Rice and Vegetable Stuffed Peppers

Made with Monterey jack cheese, bell peppers, oil, onion, garlic, zucchini, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, corn, rice

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cabbage stroganoff

Cabbage Stroganoff

Made with salt and pepper, sour cream, cabbage, sweet onion, beef bouillon powder, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamed peas

Creamed Peas

Made with peas, butter, flour, milk, seasoning

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gouda corn gratin

Gouda Corn Gratin

Made with butter, onion, green onion, corn, salt, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, eggs, cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spinach egg foo yung

Spinach Egg Foo Yung

Made with scallions, salt, black pepper or white pepper, eggs, spinach, water chestnuts, bean sprouts, green bell pepper, onions, soy sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for portuguese cauliflower

Portuguese Cauliflower

Made with parsley, cauliflower, eggs, olive oil, shallots, garlic, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for shrimp & crabmeat stuffed portobello mushrooms

Shrimp & Crabmeat Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Made with garlic, white lump crab meat, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, green onion, small frozen shrimp, Italian...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for gourmet stuffed peppers

Gourmet Stuffed Peppers

Made with onion, garlic, cumin, ground beef, tomato sauce, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, horseradish, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fried green onions

Fried Green Onions

Made with water, sugar, bacon, green onions, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked mushroom casserole

Baked Mushroom Casserole

Made with Parmesan cheese, sour cream, onion, butter, mushrooms, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, heavy cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for foo foo (pounded plantain) jamaica

Foo Foo (Pounded Plantain) Jamaica

Made with salt and pepper, plantains, plantain, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker candied banana squash

Slow Cooker Candied Banana Squash

Made with salt, butter, banana squash, sugar, brown sugar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours





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