We think vegetables get a bad rap. Sure, steaming them isn’t always the most appetizing. But, roast them, add seasonings, or a few other ingredients, vegetables can be transformed into a magnificent side dish. If you love vegetables, give one of these recipes a try when you’re looking to make some veggies. Don’t want them touching your plate? Any of these 11 recipes will help you eat and enjoy veggies.
Fresh Corn Salsa
"I enjoyed this recipe at a potluck and made a few changes. It is fresh and sassy!" - Mary
Fried Zucchini
"These fried zucchini strips go fast, so make plenty and serve 'em up while it's good and hot." - Holly
Pepper Slaw
"Very good slaw. We like all the vegetables in it." - Shirley
Broccoli Cheddar Rice
"A quick and easy rice side dish with broccoli and plenty of cheese!" - Kevin
Sweet Potato Latkes (Sweet Potato Pancakes)
"Shredded sweet potatoes stand in for russets in this version of potato pancakes, and puréed sweet potatoes replace eggs to make the recipe vegan." - Joan
Spicy Stewed Eggplant
"I have set a personal goal to add more vegetables to my diet. I have never cooked eggplant before and wanted to try something with it. I looked in my cupboards/fridge and this yummy dish is what I came up with." - Jeanne
Green Bean & Potato Stir Fry
"A quick stir fry of green beans and potatoes with some Indian spices is a delicious and healthy vegetable dish, ready in under 30 minutes!" - Shikha
Zucchini Crescent Casserole
"This is a wonderful vegetable dish. My significant other really enjoyed it and wants me to make it frequently." - Shirley
Root Vegetable Gratin
"This is such a great side dish. I didn't think I would like it at first but I made it anyway. Now it is one of the family's favorites." - Joyce
Roasted Cauliflower With Sweet Mini Peppers
"Have any of you ever just looked in the fridge and think I have a lot of odds and ends items that need to be used? This is one of those recipes I came up with cleaning out my fridge and thinking just that." - Debbie