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Healthy veggies that will be a popular choice at the dinner table!
If you're tired of heating up the same bag of frozen veggies, say hello to our favorite vegetable side dishes that feature some of the healthiest vegetables! These recipes take seasonal vegetables and turn them into creative, healthy side dishes perfect for any and every meal. Chicken breast recipes, fish, vegetarian — no matter the main protein, these sides will complement mains while adding heaps of flavor. Whether you need potluck dishes for a big party, holiday sides to complete a stunning roast or need the perfect addition to an easy dinner recipe, these easy vegetable sides are an instant crowd-pleasers — they'll be coming back for seconds and thirds!
Not only packed with mouthwatering flavors, these side dishes are perfect for crowds big or small. From dishes perfect for hosting your next sit-down dinner to quick BBQ side dishes, these sides can be as easy or elevated as your heart desires. Planning a summer cookout? Throw your veggies on the grill to whip up our smoky grilled cabbage, charred corn or blistered snap peas. Searching for something fresh? Add our ranch slaw or sesame cucumber salad to the menu for an added crunch, no cooking required. Whether you prefer 100% vegan recipes or those topped with a creamy cheese or dressing, these dishes make getting in your daily veggies as delicious as possible.
If you're looking to add some color, texture and fresh flavor to your spread, serve up a few of these side dishes to get creative with your greens. In the mood for more veggie inspo? Check out our best vegetarian recipes for dishes where vegetables are truly the star of the show!
Top Tip: Use a grill basket for these spicy, smoky peas so that none of your delicious veggies fall through the grates.
Get the Blistered Snap Peas recipe.
Cooking these herby potatoes and bacon in an air fryer ensures maximum crispiness in under 30 minutes!
Get the Bacon-Roasted Potatoes recipe.
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Toss your cabbage onto the grill to caramelize it, giving a sweet, charred flavor that pairs perfectly with crispy bacon and chopped parsley.
Get the Grilled Cabbage Wedges With Creamy Caraway Dressing recipe.
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Cool and crisp with an irresistible crunch, this vegetarian version of the classic wedge salad is a stunning side you can present in less than 15 minutes.
Get the Wedge Salad With Creamy Herb Dressing recipe.
Creamy feta combined with shallots, chile and fresh herbs to pack a flavorful punch in this filling side.
Get the Roasted Carrots and Chickpeas With Marinated Feta recipe.
Warning: This pureed butter (packed with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese) is so irresistible, we'd suggest making extra to top off your main, too.
Get the Charred Corn With Parmesan-Parsley Butter recipe.
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Mixing fresh breadcrumbs with salty, savory anchovies gives this classic roasted veggie an unexpected flavor.
Get the Roasted Asparagus With Anchovy Breadcrumbs recipe.
Take advantage of summer with these seasonal veggies all mixed together in a light lemon dressing.
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The best part of this creative take on a classic side? Parsnips and potatoes can be added to the pot at the same time, requiring double the flavor with no extra effort.
Get the Mashed Parsnips recipe.
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Homemade ranch dressing (or store-bought) is the star of this easy slaw combining Persian cucumbers, sugar snap peas, radishes and carrots.
Get the Ranch Slaw recipe.
Sweet roasted carrots get a boost of flavor with the addition of peppery arugula and bright lemon in this satisfying side. Looking to switch it up? Swap out the carrots for a favorite root vegetable!
Get the Rosemary Roasted Carrot Salad recipe.
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This festive salad throws together toasted walnuts, bright pomegranate seeds and blue cheese for a flavor-packed addition to any fall or winter meal.
Get the Escarole Salad With Red Wine Vinaigrette recipe.
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Purée feta with whole-milk yogurt for an ultra-creamy base to roasted asparagus.
Get the Roasted Asparagus With Creamy Feta recipe.
A touch of vanilla enhances the natural sweetness of this classic roasted root veg.
Get the Vanilla Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe.
Throwing romaine lettuce on the grill gives a smoky flavor to the leafy green, while cheesy, creamy yogurt dressing brings it all together.
Get the Grilled Romaine Lettuce With Creamy Feta Dressing recipe.
Rainbow carrots in this sweet and spicy recipe make it extra eye-catching.
Get the Coriander-Maple Glazed Carrots recipe.
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Smoky and sweet: Brussels sprouts get an almost caramelized taste with the addition of maple syrup, while crispy bacon adds heaps of flavor to every bite.
Get the Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts recipe.
Ready in 10 minutes, these grilled green beans — seasoned with earthy, slightly-fruity Aleppo pepper — couldn't be easier.
Get the Lime and Aleppo Pepper Green Beans recipe.
Smashing your cucumbers is not only a fun stress reliever, but ensures that every piece captures the tangy, spicy dressing.
Get the Sesame Cucumber Salad recipe.
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The slits created in Hasselback potatoes open up the door for an endless amount of toppings to seep through, from savory scallion butter to fresh herbs to crispy bacon (or, all of the above!).
Get the Hasselback Potatoes recipe.
Tossing carrots with spicy harissa paste and sweet honey makes them caramelize and char on the grill, making it a perfect base to top with creamy, cooling yogurt.
Get the Grilled Carrots recipe.
Up the umami in your meal with colorful roasted radishes glazed with miso — fermented soy bean paste.
Get the Miso-Glazed Radishes recipe.
Halved butternut squash gets an extra dose of sweetness with drizzled honey in this festive fall side.
Get the Thyme and Shallot Roasted Butternut Squash recipe.
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These roasted Brussels paired with toasted pepitas and sweet dried figs would also work perfectly in an air fryer!
Get the Brussels Sprouts with Pepitas and Figs recipe.