Tag: side dishes
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Greek Eggplant Dip
I’ve eaten eggplant in a lot of different ways, but it wasn’t until recently that I found one of the best ways to eat eggplant. There are a lot of different eggplant dips out there, from Baba Ganoush to Melitzanosalata to Kashk e Bedemjan. But overall, varying eggplant dips can be found in parts of…
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Spice Roasted Okra
Are you new to okra? Do you have absolutely no idea what to do with it? Well then, look no further. I have the perfect spice roasted okra recipe for you. Okra is a unique, pointy vegetable that has deep roots in the South. It’s stickiness is used to thicken gumbo. However, it’s quite intimidating…
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Sauteed Kale with Lemon and Garlic
Kale. It’s bitter, bulky, and too fibrous to chew. Despite its popularity, kale can be quite hard to learn how to love. But I swear a little tender-loving care can take care of kale’s flaws. That’s why I love this simple sauteed kale with lemon and garlic recipe. The salt and lemon juice cut the…
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Simple Snap Pea Side Dish
It’s snap pea season! What better way to enjoy them than with a simple snap pea side dish? I’ve always loved snap peas, but have developed a special fondness when I started growing them a few years ago. Both snap pea shoots and peas are so fragrant, it’s hard not to pop a few in…
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Brussels Sprouts Side Dish
This brussels sprouts side dish is a delicious, semi-sweet dish that goes excellent with just about any meat or grain. It’s simple, easy, and can be eaten warm or cold! Honestly, I’ve never been the biggest fan of brussels sprouts but only because overcooking can produce a harsh flavor. Brussels sprouts are a member of…
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5 Healthy Summer Barbecue Recipes
Looking for healthy recipes to enjoy at your backyard barbecue? Try these awesome healthy barbecue recipes that help you enjoy your veggies. 1. Cowboy Caviar Cowboy Caviar is very similar to a dip but with more beans and corn. I love making cowboy caviar because it’s easy to make, but because it’s less processed it’s…
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Healthy Kohlrabi Slaw
Looking for something to make with your kohlrabi? Also looking for a healthy summer side dish? Well this is the recipe for you! This kohlrabi slaw has few added sugars or salts, making it the perfect dish for you to try this summer! What is kohlrabi? Kohlrabi is a fun, alien-looking vegetable that’s sometimes mistaken…
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Summer Orzo Salad
Looking for a fun, filling way to enjoy your summer veggies? Try this awesome Summer Orzo Salad. Ingredients: 2 cups orzo, dry 1 pint cherry tomatoes 1 zucchini 1/2 cup arugula, roughly chopped 1/2 cup corn kernels 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp white balsamic…
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Roasted Carrots with Spiced Yogurt
 This recipe is a super easy way to enjoy your roasted root vegetables!  Ingredients:1 bunch Carrots1 bunch Radishes1/2 tsp Ground Coriander1/2 tsp Ground Cumin1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt1 Tbsp Lime Juice2 Tbsp Orange Juice1 Tbsp Thyme1/2 cup CilantroOlive OilSalt & Pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash, trim, and chop carrots into…
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Sauteed Swiss Chard and Strawberries
No, I’m not here to fool you into cooking something that you’re going to hate. I was trying to find something to do with my swiss chard one day and thought “maybe I’d actually like eating this if it tasted sweet.” 110% recommend experimenting with this side dish. Pairs well with grilled chicken. Also make sure you wash…