20 Veggie Side Dishes That Turn Healthy Eating Into Something You’ll Crave
Eating more vegetables doesn’t have to feel like a chore when they’re packed with flavor and prepared the right way. These veggie side dishes bring bold tastes, satisfying textures, and plenty of variety to the table, making healthy eating something to genuinely look forward to. Whether you’re pairing them with a weeknight dinner or serving them at a special gathering, they’re guaranteed to stand out. Don’t be surprised if these vegetables end up stealing the spotlight from the main course.
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.
Air Fryer Asparagus with Garlic Breadcrumbs
Say goodbye to limp and lifeless asparagus with this PERFECT Air Fryer Asparagus. Topped with toasty garlic butter breadcrumbs, this air fried asparagus is a 10 minute side dish you’ll make over and over again.
Brown Sugar Carrots
This easy brown sugar carrot recipe has plenty of butter, brown sugar and holiday spices. Make a cheap vegetable into a fancy side dish.
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!
Smoked Baked Beans
Smoked Baked Beans bring so much flavor to the table. A quick and easy classic recipe that is perfect for barbecues and potluck dinners.
Antiguan Black Bean Cakes
These Antiguan Black Bean Cakes are for everyone out there scared of a jalapeño. I was you, once, but these black bean cakes have changed me. Read on to hear about my change of heart in regards to the once-feared jalapeño pepper!
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.
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.
Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Cabbage
Air fryer cabbage will quickly become your new favorite way to eat it. Simply seasoned with garlic, onion and salt, these cabbage steaks come out perfectly tender with crispy edges when cooked in the air fryer.
Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries
Healthy baked asparagus fries are a taste of spring in every bite. Served with a tangy lemon dijon dipping sauce and made both gluten-free and vegan. Air-fryer method included below!
Slow Cooker Red Cabbage
Slow cooker red cabbage cooked with onions, apples, and spices to make for an exquisite holiday side dish.
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.
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!
Vegetable Tempura
Delicious Vegetable Tempura has a light, crisp outer coating that isn’t overly greasy. This classic Japanese dish can be made at home with restaurant-quality results. It makes a great appetizer or side dish!
Spicy Asian Zucchini
We love to make this Spicy Asian Zucchini in the summer when zucchinis are cheap and plentiful! This 10 minute side dish is made with a very simple soy-based sauce that brings the heat. Pair it with ramen, rice or noodle bowls, or Asian Marinated Chicken!
