Creamy Parsnip, Beet, and Coconut Milk Puree

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Earthy parsnips make up the bulk of this puree’s base, but vibrant beets also get their time to shine. Infused with rich coconut milk, woody rosemary, and butter-simmered ginger and garlic, this dish will undoubtedly be the star of your table. Read on to add this colorful recipe to your collection of standout sides.

Sweet Potato Hash with Fresh Herbs, Peppers, and Onions

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Finished with fresh, fragrant basil, this bright, veggie-studded sweet potato hash will tempt your eyes as well as your taste buds. Crunchy bell pepper, savory onion, and sharp garlic add texture while paprika brings a pop of smoky flavor. Keep reading to add this recipe to your collection of carby favorites.

Lemony Green Salad with Fruit and Savory Granola

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This lemony salad gets its sweet flavor from fresh fruit and its nutty crunch from savory granola. A blend of delicate lettuces, tart pomegranate seeds, rich mandarin oranges, and tangy goat cheese, this refreshing recipe makes it easy to go green. Keep reading to add this bright dish to your collection of go-to sides.

Pesto Spaghetti Squash

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Quick homemade pesto lends loads of bold, herby flavors to this roasted spaghetti squash supper. Every tender-crisp strand is coated in a savory combo of garlic, lemon, fresh basil, and grassy parsley. Read on to add this simple recipe to your lineup of vegetarian favorites your friends and family will love.

How to Cook Brussels Sprouts in the Electric Pressure Cooker

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Skip the oven and learn how to cook brussels sprouts in the electric pressure cooker. They are so easy to prepare and turn out delicious every single time. Tender and fresh, you can toss them with a simple seasoning blend, or add some bacon and parmesan cheese. This easy side dish goes with everything. Read more now.

Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Bake

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Light, fluffy ricotta meets melty mozzarella in this spin on cheesy baked pasta that will take your taste buds for a ride. This recipe features tubular noodles tossed with a garlicky roasted red pepper sauce and fragrant basil leaves. Read more now to add this dynamite dish to your list of casserole-style favorites.

Artichokes Slow-Cooked in Garlic and White Wine

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Feed this to any friends that are uncertain about artichokes and their minds will be forever changed. The tender veggies are given the royal treatment, slow-cooked in a luscious bath of oil, white wine, and garlic. Lemon brings brightness and crusty bread sops up all the juice. Keep reading for the decadent recipe.

Autumn Napa Cabbage Salad

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When you’re craving the crunch of a salad with the heartiness of fall flavors, turn to this creative combo. A medley of bell peppers, roasted sweet potatoes and carrots, and toasted pecans tossed in creamy citrus-honey dressing, this autumn napa cabbage salad is as satisfying as it is stunning. Read on for the recipe.

Sauteed Mushroom and Thyme Pine Nut Butter Sandwiches

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This sensational vegetarian sandwich is not only exploding with a variety of complementary flavors and textures, it’s a snap to put together. Layered with savory, made-from-scratch thyme-infused pine nut butter, tender mushrooms with a spicy kick, sharp Asiago cheese, and crunchy greens, you’re going to love lunch.

Garlic Ginger Vegetarian Tacos with Sweet and Spicy Cabbage Slaw

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Your Taco Tuesday companions won’t be saying “Where’s the beef?” when you slide these flavor bombs under their noses. Overflowing with fragrant ginger and garlic, these handhelds are chock-full of veggies, creamy avocado, and sweet and spicy cabbage slaw. Read on to add this recipe to your collection of meat-free favs.

Garlic Asparagus Amandine

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In this simple side dish, fresh asparagus is blanched until tender, then sauteed in melted butter and garlic. Toasted almonds on top add nuttiness and an unexpected crunch that brings these green spears to life. Read more to add this recipe to your collection of vibrant veggies that can be whipped up in no time at all.

How to Cook Asparagus: Multiple Methods

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Want to learn how to cook asparagus? With the help of our step-by-step guide you can easily whip up this tasty vegetable three different ways: in the oven, steamed, or blanched, to use in recipes or serve alongside your favorite entrees. Read more now on Foodal and learn to master each of these cooking methods.