14 vegetable sides that bring a little “wow” to the usual lineup
Who says vegetable sides have to be an afterthought? These 14 recipes add color, texture, and flavors you didn’t know you could get from everyday vegetables. They’re perfect for easy weeknight dinners or pairing with a weekend main.
Easy Broccoli Au Gratin
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this broccoli au gratin is the kind of side dish people ask about after the first bite. With fresh broccoli, sharp white cheddar, and nutty gruyère baked until golden and bubbly, it’s always a crowd favorite. Get the recipe: Easy Broccoli Au Gratin
Maple Roasted Carrots
These maple-roasted carrots are a must-try. The sweetness of maple syrup, combined with a hint of spice, makes for a delicious side dish that everyone will love. Get the recipe: Maple Roasted Carrots
Roasted Beets
This Roasted Beet recipe will have you successfully Roasting Beets for use as an ingredient, side dish or salad. Make this nutritious and versatile dish in advance and even freeze if desired. Get the recipe: Roasted Beets
Mexican Street Corn
This Mexican street corn is packed with flavour. Grilled corn coated in creamy sauce, tangy lime, and a sprinkle of spices makes it an irresistible side everyone will want seconds of. Get the recipe: Mexican Street Corn
Green Beans with Bacon
These green beans with bacon are a sweet and savoury side dish that is sure to be a hit at your next meal. They are crispy, hearty, and flavorful. Serve this healthy side dish for any occasion. Get the recipe: Green Beans with Bacon
Garlic Herb Roasted Root Vegetables
Root vegetables roasted with garlic and herbs are a great side dish to have on the roast dinner menu. It is so easy to prepare with just a few simple pantry ingredients. Get the recipe: Garlic Herb Roasted Root Vegetables
Costa Rican Vegetable Hash
Picadillo de Chayote is a vegetarian hash made of chayote, green beans, corn, red pepper, onion, garlic, oil, a little milk, cilantro and delicious seasonings. Get the recipe: Costa Rican Vegetable Hash
Roasted Fall Vegetables
These colourful, caramelized roasted fall vegetables are a classic, easy, healthy side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Sunday dinner. Fresh fall vegetables are perfectly roasted and drizzled with a balsamic glaze to bring out their natural sweetness. Get the recipe: Roasted Fall Vegetables
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash
The best balsamic-maple roasted Brussels sprouts with butternut squash, pecans, cranberries and avocado roasted garlic dressing. Ultimate healthy vegan Thanksgiving side dish ready in just 40 minutes. Get the recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash
Roasted Broccolini with Parmesan
Broccolini is one of those vegetables that lends itself well to almost any meal. Roasting it quickly in a hot oven makes it deliciously crisp-tender and sweet, and it can be seasoned to match any cuisine. Get the recipe: Roasted Broccolini with Parmesan
Garlic Butter Skillet Corn
Get ready for some serious flavour with garlic butter skillet corn. This simple dish combines sweet corn with rich garlic and butter, making it the perfect side that everyone will want to dig into. Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Skillet Corn
Roasted Pumpkin and Beetroot Salad
Looking for a simple yet impressive fall (or winter) salad recipe? This roasted pumpkin and beetroot salad is sure to hit the spot. A hearty salad with roast pumpkin and beetroot, salty feta, crunchy pine nuts, and peppery arugula. Get the recipe: Roasted Pumpkin and Beetroot Salad
Maple Roasted Delicata Squash
This oven-roasted delicata squash recipe is the perfect side dish for fall and winter meals. Sliced delicata squash is tossed in a simple maple syrup mixture and roasted until tender and perfectly caramelized. Get the recipe: Maple Roasted Delicata Squash
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn with Green Chiles
This slow cooker creamed corn is an ideal side dish that is delicious and really easy to make. It’s the perfect, hassle-free addition to your holiday meals or whenever you want a comfort food side dish. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Creamed Corn with Green Chiles