12 Irresistible Vegetable Sides That Pair Perfectly with Any Dinner
No dinner is complete without the perfect side dish, and vegetables are here to shine. These 12 irresistible vegetable sides are as versatile as they are delicious, complementing everything from hearty roasts to light, weeknight meals. Whether you’re looking for something roasted, sautéed, or creatively seasoned, these recipes will elevate your dinner game. Get ready to make vegetables the most exciting part of your plate!
Vegetable Medley Recipe
This veggie-packed side dish is filled with corn, onions, butternut squash, and beans/peas. You can eat it as a side or even as breakfast!
Creamed Peas Recipe (Stovetop & Instant Pot)
This recipe for Creamed Peas comes together in under 10 minutes, and is one of the most beloved sides on our dinner table!
Homemade Creamed Corn in the Instant Pot
Homemade Creamed Corn in the Instant Pot is about to make your Thanksgiving so much easier and delicious. With a 3 minute cook time, you’ll have a family favorite side on the table in no time!
Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts
Make this as a Thanksgiving side or just for dinner any night. These Honey Dijon flavored Brussels Sprouts are bursting with flavor and begging to be eaten!
Lima Beans and Corn Succotash Recipe
Lima Beans and Corn Succotash recipe is a simple but filling stew of corn, lima beans and other vegetables that can be served as a side dish or the main course.
Slow Cooker Peas and Carrots
These slow cooker peas and carrots are cooked with butter, honey, and a few extra seasonings for an irresistibly light and flavorful taste. This is one side dish where delicious meets healthy.
Honey Roasted Acorn Squash
This honey roasted acorn squash is a sweet and savory side dish that is fork-tender and perfect for any meal! It is simple to make and a great way to mix up your standard side dishes. Plus, this tasty winter squash recipe is also super healthy!
Vegan Honey Roasted Vegetables
Looking for a delicious Holiday meal side dish? This vegan honey-roasted vegetables are perfect! This dish is packed with nutrients and flavor, featuring beets, Brussels sprouts, and carrots. Plus, it’s easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. Give it a try tonight!
Blanched Kale
A supremely tasty green vegetable with a superfood status, kale is simple to prepare, brings tons of flavor and is really good for you.
Slow Cooker Red Cabbage
Slow cooker red cabbage cooked with onions, apples, and spices to make for an exquisite holiday side dish.
Bok Choy Stir Fry
Fresh and zesty with a little bit of bite, this bok choy stir fry recipe makes for the perfect midweek dinner.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
My favorite meals, as you all know, are the ones that are both healthy and delicious. And that can be a problem when it comes to vegetables. Because most of the things you can do to them to make them delicious also make them less healthy. Case in point: zucchini fries. These magically turn a fairly tasteless vegetable into a crunchy, savory, irresistible treat.