vegetable side dishes

Fresh, healthy, and absolutely delicious side dish of sauteed mushrooms and zucchini!

Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms

olive oil

butter, (divided)

zucchini,

Salt and pepper, (to taste)

yellow onion, (finely diced)

garlic, (minced)

vegetable broth

Chopped fresh parsley, (for garnish)

grated parmesan, (for garnish)

Add olive oil and 1/2-tablespoon butter to a large skillet and set over medium-high heat.

Add zucchini slices to the hot oil; season with salt and pepper and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until fork-tender. Remove zucchini from skillet and set aside. If there&#039;s any liquid in the skillet, wipe it out.

Return skillet to the burner and add remaining butter; melt butter over medium-high heat.

Stir in the onions and cook for 2 minutes, or until just softened.

Add mushrooms and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender and nicely browned. Stir occasionally.

Stir in garlic and herbs; cook for 20 seconds.

Return zucchini to the skillet and mix with the mushrooms; cook for 1 minute, or until heated through.

Pour in the vegetable broth and cook for 2 minutes.

Taste for salt and pepper and adjust as needed.

Remove skillet from heat.

Sprinkle with parsley and parmesan; serve.

Green bean casserole smothered in a creamy, rich, spiced sauce and topped with a cheesy bread crumb topping. The best side dish on any holiday and occasion.

Green Bean Casserole

(16-ounce) frozen bags french cut green beans

butter

yellow onion (finely chopped)

all-purpose flour

salt

black pepper

paprika

mustard

Worcestershire sauce

whipping cream

dry bread crumbs

extra-sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)

Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.

Cook green beans (3 bags) by microwaving them in a microwave-safe bowl for 2-3 minutes -- just to slightly soften them. Drain well by placing them in a kitchen towel and gently wringing out excess liquid. Set aside.

https://player.vimeo.com/video/636134314?h=bcaf9cfaf5

Green Bean Casserole- Cook green beans by microwaving them in a microwave-safe bowl for 2-3 minutes -- just to slightly soften them. Drain well by placing them in a kitchen towel and gently wringing out excess liquid. Set aside.

Green Bean Casserole-Step 1

Melt butter (6 tablespoons) in a large skillet (large enough to later accommodate all the green beans).  Add onions (1/2 cup) and cook until very tender. Remove saucepan from heat and add in flour (3 tablespoons) and the next 5 ingredients and blend together until smooth paste forms. Add cream (3 cups) and blend until mixture is smooth.  Replace skillet on medium heat and bring mixture to a boil stirring constantly. Add green beans and mix to evenly coat.

https://player.vimeo.com/video/636134410?h=1755866561

Cook & Mix Green Bean Casserole ingredients. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onions and cook until very tender. Remove saucepan from heat and add in flour and the next 5 ingredients and blend together until smooth paste forms. Add cream and blend until mixture is smooth. Place skillet on medium heat and bring mixture to a boil stirring constantly. Add green beans and mix to evenly coat.

Green Bean Casserole-Step 2

Pour into a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle casserole with cheese (1-2 cups) then bread crumbs (1 1/2 cups). Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until casserole is heated through to the center.

https://player.vimeo.com/video/636134585?h=01add338a4

Pour into a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle casserole with cheese then bread crumbs. Bake in preheated oven (350°F) for 20 minutes or until casserole is heated through to the center. Serve green bean casserole.

Green Bean Casserole-Step 3

Miso mashed potatoes are rich and delicious comfort food. Try our twist on a classic side dish for dinner tonight.

Miso Mashed Potatoes

potatoes

tsp salt

garlic salt

lemon

Tbsp white miso paste

Tbsp milk (or reserved cooking water)

Tbsp butter

black pepper,

green onion

Scrub all the dirt off your potatoes. Cut...

Scrub all the dirt off your potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch pieces. Put them in a small pot and cover by at least 1 inch with cold water. Add salt and bring to a boil.

Mince the garlic; sprinkle with a pinch of...

Mince the garlic; sprinkle with a pinch of salt and turn it into a paste by running your knife back and forth over it.

If the potatoes are boiling too violently, turn...

If the potatoes are boiling too violently, turn the heat down a touch. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

Reserve a couple ladelfuls of the starchy cooking...

Reserve a couple ladelfuls of the starchy cooking water. Pour water out and leave potatoes in the pot (not over heat).

Add garlic paste, lemon zest, miso paste, milk,...

Add garlic paste, lemon zest, miso paste, milk, and butter. Mash together. If the potatoes are too dry for your liking, add a touch of the reserved water until they reach your desired consistency.

Crack as much black pepper as you want...

Crack as much black pepper as you want and toss in the green onions and mix everything together.

Over 40 best vegetable side dishes which are quick and easy to make, healthy and delicious, and vegetarian and gluten-free with lots of vegan sides too. My favorite are these easy roasted spring vegetables.

40 Best Vegetable Sides

medium russet

lb. medium asparagus, ends trimmed and halved

5-6 radishes (1/2 lb.), ends trimmed and halved

tablespoons fresh garlic, finely chopped

tablespoons olive oil

teaspoon Italian seasoning

tablespoon soy sauce

tablespoon balsamic vinegar

teaspoon salt (or

teaspoon ground black pepper (or

In a large mixing bowl, add potatoes, carrots, asparagus, radishes, parsnips and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine until well coated.

Arrange the vegetable mixture in a single layer on a large half sheet baking pan.

Bake at for 30 to 35 minutes until tender and golden brown. Gently shake the sheet pan halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.

The best vegetable side dish? These sweet potato wedges will have your friends and family singing your praises.

25 Great Vegetable Side Dishes: Potato Wedges &amp; More!

garlic powder

oregano

sweet potatoes, small to medium sized (size is important!*)

In a small bowl, mix the spices and salt together. (Variation: If you want a crispier sweet potato wedge, add 3 tablespoons cornstarch here.) Wash the sweet potatoes, keeping the skins on. Slice the potatoes into short wedges by doing the following: slice each potato in half crosswise, then in half lengthwise. Place each piece cut side down and slice it in half. Then flip them over and cut that piece down the center into two wedges (see this video, but cut them in half). In a large bowl, mix the potatoes with the olive oil and spices. 

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and spread the potatoes on the sheet in a single layer. Roast the potatoes for 30 to 35 minutes until tender and starting to become crisped and brown (no need to stir). 

These recipes are sure to please. So, gather your family and friends and enjoy. Let us know your thoughts!

25+ Flavorful Vegetable Side Dishes (+Sweet Potato Fries)

sea salt

Tbsp. butter

dark brown sugar

cinnamon

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F.

Toss sweet potato with cinnamon, melted butter, and sea salt.

Cook for 14 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time.

Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

Tender broccolini, butter, fresh garlic, and lemon combine in this Easy Sauteed Garlic Broccolini.

Easy Sauteed Garlic Broccolini

broccolini

salt, (or to taste)

black pepper, (or to taste)

garlic, (chopped

water

chopped fresh parsley, (for garnish)

Lemon zest, (for garnish)

Lemon wedges, (for serving)

Rinse and pat dry the broccolini.

Cut off the bottom third of the broccolini and discard. Set broccolini aside.

Melt butter in a skillet set over medium-high heat.

Once butter is heated, add broccolini to the butter and saute for 5 to 6 minutes, or until bright green and stems are lightly browned. Stir occasionally.

Season broccolini with salt and pepper.

Stir in garlic and toss around to coat.

Add water to the skillet; cover and cook for 1-½ to 2 minutes, or until broccolini is crisp-tender.

Transfer broccolini to a plate.

Garnish with parsley and lemon zest; serve with lemon wedges.

This easy sheet pan roasted broccoli and cauliflower with Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and garlic is quick and delicious!

Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower Recipe

broccoli florets (about 4 heaping cups)

cauliflower florets (about 4 heaping cups)

garlic

extra virgin olive oil

breadcrumbs

parmesan cheese

broccoli floret

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Adjust the rack to the center of the oven. Spray a sheet pan with oil.

Place the vegetables in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, breadcrumbs and half of the parmesan cheese and toss well to coat.

Spread out onto a sheet pan and roast in the center of the oven until the vegetables are tender-crisp and browned on the edges, tossing halfway, about 20 to 30 minutes.

When vegetables are cooked and browned on the edges, remove from oven and top with remaining grated cheese. Serve hot.

These crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts roast on a sheet pan with grated parmesan cheese and spices and are done in 30 minutes!

Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

brussels sprouts (stems removed)

Italian seasoning

Parmesan cheese

kosher salt (plus

olive oil spray

Brussel sprouts

Garlic Powder

Preheat the oven to 400F. Cut the brussels sprouts in half.

In a bowl combine olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and salt with the Brussels sprouts.

Place parchment on the sheet pan, spray generously with olive oil and coat the bottom of the sheet pan with fresh grated parmesan cheese, leaving an inch all around the edge.

Place the Brussels over the Parmesan cheese, cut side down, keeping them close together.

Bake in the center of the oven, 25 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the Brussels, until the bottoms are golden and crisp and the they are tender when pierced with a knife.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH2ZEMwFfR8

Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
See full recipe https://www.skinnytaste.com/parmesan-brussel-sprouts/

Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Baby arugula salad is my go-to when I need a quick side salad recipe for fish, steak, chicken, or pork chops!

Arugula Salad

baby arugula (4 oounces)

black pepper (to taste)

Parmesan Cheese (about 1/2 cup)

Black pepper

Add arugula to a bowl, toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, juice from 1/2 lemon, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper.

To serve, divide 1 cup arugula on each plate and top each with 2 tablespoons shaved Parmesan cheese.

This recipe for roasted kogjnut squash amps up its natural sweetness by adding a drizzle of maple syrup.

Roasted Koginut Squash

koginut squash

maple syrup

Preheat your oven to 425°F

Cut the squash in half length wise and remove the seeds.

Now cut each half into wedges and place them on a baking sheet.

Drizzle the olive oil on top and sprinkle salt to taste (About ½ tsp).

Bake them for 30 to 35 minutes or until they become tender. The baking time will also depend on how thick your wedges are.

Drizzle maple syrup on top and serve warm.

These vegetable side dishes include recipes for veggies like zucchini, corn, and more! They're an easy, healthy way to round out any meal.

25 Easy Vegetable Side Dishes

zucchini squash

red bell pepper

cremini mushrooms (quartered)

onion

carrot

broccoli florets

cauliflower florets

Lemon wedge (for squeezing)

Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)

parsley (for garnish)

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.

Place the zucchini, red pepper, mushrooms, onion, carrot, broccoli, and cauliflower in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and several grinds of pepper and toss to coat.

Add some of the vegetables to the air fryer basket, just enough to fit in a single layer. Transfer to the air fryer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes (I do 12), tossing halfway, or until the vegetables are tender and browned. Repeat with the remaining veggies.

Transfer the air fried vegetables to a serving dish and squeeze with lemon juice. Top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired, and garnish with fresh parsley.

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