48 Irresistible Veggie Sides

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48 Irresistible Veggie Sides2/48 Baked Parmesan Broccoli 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I began making this creamy side dish years ago as a way to get my kids to eat broccoli. They have since grown up but still request this satisfying casserole. It’s truly a family favorite. —Barbara Uhl, Wesley Chapel, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 191 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 388mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 11g protein. 3/48 Spiced Roasted Carrots 27

Now my children say, “Is it OK to finish the veggies?”

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DANIELLE MOORE for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I started roasting veggies and serving them often with dinner. Now my children say, “Is it OK to finish the veggies?” Pinch me. —Joan Duckworth, Lee’s Summit, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 93 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 228mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 4/48 Colcannon 59 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Colcannon Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour

Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Every Irish family has its own colcannon recipe, since it’s a classic potato and cabbage dish. My recipe comes from my father’s family in Ireland. It’s part of my St. Patrick’s Day menu, along with lamb chops, carrots and soda bread. —Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 168 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 361mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 5/48 Slow Cooker Cheesy Corn 41 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cheesy Slow-Cooked Corn Recipe photo by

My family really likes this creamy, cheesy side dish—and it’s so easy to make

Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family really likes this creamy, cheesy side dish—and it’s so easy to make. Even those who usually don’t eat much corn often ask for a second helping. —Mary Ann Truitt, Wichita, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 265 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 6/48 Smoky Cauliflower 32 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Smoky Cauliflower Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to

This is definitely a favorite

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The smoked Spanish paprika gives a simple side of roasted cauliflower extra depth. This is definitely a favorite. —Juliette Mulholland, Corvallis, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 58 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 254mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 7/48 Veggie Mac and Cheese 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Veggie Macaroni & Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This creamy mac and cheese definitely doesn’t come from a

Fresh veggies add crunch and color and will leave everyone asking for seconds

box! Fresh veggies add crunch and color and will leave everyone asking for seconds. —Marsha Morril, Harrisburg, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 200 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 391mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein. 8/48 Golden Zucchini Pancakes 6 Reviews Golden Zucchini Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 zucchini pancakes Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If your garden is overflowing with zucchini this time of year, make these incredible pancakes to use it up. We squeeze the zucchini well before using to remove excess

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

moisture. —Terry Ann Dominguez, Silver City, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes: 145 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 510mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 9/48 Cauliflower Potato Salad 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cauliflower Potato Salad Recipe photo by Emily Davis for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cauliflower in potato salad? You bet, along with carrots, olives and other yummy surprises. —Mike Schulz, Tawas City, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 61 calories, 2g fat (0

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 10/48 Southwest Corn 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Southwestern Sauteed Corn Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother-in-law came up with this corn skillet dish one night for dinner. Everyone who tries it absolutely loves it! —Chandy Ward, Aumsville, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 104 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat

protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 11/48 Two-Tone Baked Potatoes 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Two-Tone Baked Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One potato…two potato…this recipe is doubly wonderful as far as spud lovers are concerned. I have a reputation at home and at work for trying out new recipes. Everyone is glad I took a chance on this one.-Sherree Stahn, Central City, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed potato: 237 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 365mg

sodium, 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein

sodium, 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. 12/48 Grilled Street Corn 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mexican food is my grandmother’s favorite. I wanted a perfect side for her legendary tacos, and this chile-lime grilled corn turned out to be just right. —Ashley Crainshaw, Shawnee, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 ear of corn with about 1 tablespoon sour cream mixture: 143 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch,

Baked yellow squash is beautifully crispy

1 fat. 13/48 Oven-Fried Squash 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Oven-Fried Squash Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Baked yellow squash is beautifully crispy. You don’t have to turn the pieces, but do keep an eye on them. — Debi Mitchell, Flower Mound, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 137 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 346mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 14/48 Honey-Butter Peas and Carrots 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Slow cooking allows the ingredients to meld for maximum richness

Honey-Butter Peas and Carrots Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This classic combination of peas and carrots is enriched with a handful of flavor enhancers. Slow cooking allows the ingredients to meld for maximum richness. —Theresa Kreyche, Tustin, California Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 106 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 293mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 15/48 Loaded Smashed Potatoes 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Loaded Smashed Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste

I love garlic, onions and bacon, and this dish has all three!

of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If mashed potatoes are a must at your family Thanksgiving, then why not go all out with the works? I love garlic, onions and bacon, and this dish has all three! —Kathy Harding, Richmond, Missouri 16/48 Roasted Green Beans with Lemon & Walnuts 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Green Beans with Lemon & Walnuts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first tasted roasted green beans in

a Chinese restaurant and fell in love with the texture and flavor

a Chinese restaurant and fell in love with the texture and flavor. This is my Americanized version and it’s always a big hit at our holiday table. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 119 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat. 17/48 Zucchini Panzanella Salad 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 14 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I learned how to make panzanella from my friend’s grandmother. Once I

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch

discovered how to make the perfect vinaigrette, it became a dish I crave during the summer. It’s also a great way to use day-old bread and your garden’s bounty of zucchini. —Felicity Wolf, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 152 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 301mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch. 18/48 Smoky Cauliflower Bites 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These healthy little treats work well as a side

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