Healthy eating doesn't have to be boring. With these delicious and nutritious side dish recipes, you can add flavor and texture to any meal without compromising on health. From light and refreshing vegetable salads to hearty and savory roasted potatoes, there's something for everyone. Packed with fresh ingredients and wholesome flavors, these easy-to-follow recipes are sure to become staples in your kitchen. Enjoy the health benefits of each dish while indulging in the delicious taste of these healthy side dishes.
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A fantastic recipe published in the Toronto Star. It comes from Eat, Drink & Be Vegan: Everyday Vegan Recipes Worth...
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Potato Squashers
recipe by: Dreamer_in_On... on 3rd Oct 2011
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 84 Minutes
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Come holiday time I always add several new dishes to the holiday table. The hit of my last Canadian Thanksgiving table...
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Vegetable Bundles
recipe by: Gerry on 12th Sep 2011
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 2 Minutes
A really simple way to roast asparagus. Can be served hot or cooled to room temperature for use in salads.
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Roasted Asparagus With Balsamic Vinegar
recipe by: Mikekey on 24th Dec 2011
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
This salad is the best salad I have ever eaten. I had it at the Long Horn and have been hooked ever since. It is great...
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Just Like LongHorn's Strawberry Pecan Salad
recipe by: LindasBusyKit... on 9th Nov 2011
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Quick and easy to put together. Don't be afraid of the chili powder...the first time I made it, I was disappointed...
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Zippity Do Dah Zucchini
recipe by: Luvcookn on 15th Feb 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
You can use packaged coleslaw in this although I like my poppy seed slaw a little heavier on the carrot, so if I did...
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Sweet and Sour Poppy Seed Coleslaw or Cole Slaw
recipe by: Sue on 28th Mar 2013
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: o Minutes
We love all the flavors of a loaded baked potato, but not the fat/saturated fat. So I turned that into a low fat smashed...
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Low Fat Smashed Loaded Potatoes
recipe by: Maito on 15th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
These delicious roasted potatoes go with any meal but are especially good with seafood, I first had them at a...
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Lemon Roast Potatoes
recipe by: Derf on 9th Oct 2011
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours
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A nice twist on a pasta salad. Fresh asparagus and a creamy lemon sauce make this a quick easy dish. Pair this along a...
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Asparagus Pasta Salad With Creamy Lemon Dressing
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 10th Oct 2011
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 Minutes
Simple yet delicious and easy enough for weeknights.
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Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
recipe by: Sue on 19th Feb 2013
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Source Shadows One of my originals. Very tasty. First submitted to the web by Shadows on February 19, 2007
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Baked Garlic Asparagus
recipe by: Shadows1 on 4th Mar 2013
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 Minutes
One of my favourite ways of making bok choy! It is quick and simple. I usually use a large bunch of bok choy and double...
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Sesame Ginger Bok Choy
recipe by: Luvcookn on 14th Jan 2014
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5-7 Minutes
This recipe should be illegal! Broccoli will be crunchy and delicious. One of my new faves!
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Broccoli Bake
recipe by: MeganMuffins on 14th Jan 2014
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Cumin used to be one of my least favorite spices...until I found the magical combination of it with lemon. It truly is a...
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Magical Bean Salad
recipe by: Engrossed on 10th Feb 2012
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
We found wonderful square no stick grill pans (with holes bottom, top and sides)at Superstore. They are perfect for our...
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Potato & Vegetable Grill
recipe by: Gerry on 17th Jul 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
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"Out of a WW cookbook called "In Season" dated 1999. This had 0 points on the old program. The longer they marinate the...
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Sweet-Hot Marinated Cucumbers
recipe by: TeresaS on 3rd Nov 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hours
Delicious easy roasted Japanese eggplant with garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Tender and slightly crisp eggplant in...
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Garlic Roasted Japanese Eggplant
recipe by: TwisSis on 26th Jun 2016
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30-40 Minutes
This is my simple, healthy and tasty way to make asparagus! This is also good with balsamic vinegar in place of lemon...
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Tangy Dijon Asparagus
recipe by: Engrossed on 23rd Mar 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Quick, easy, and very tasty! And did I mention low in carbs? This is a delicious substitute for potatoes in your diet.
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Low Carb Potato Substitute ~ Garlic And Herb Mashed Cauliflower
recipe by: LindasBusyKit... on 28th Apr 2012
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
This recipe calls for raisins and pistachios but I do not put them in (personal preference). Turmeric is rich in...
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Rice Pilaf With Fresh Turmeric
recipe by: Luvcookn on 1st Jun 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Found this in one of our local Church cookbooks making for potatoes that are a touch different - and always an empty...
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Armenian Potatoes
recipe by: Gerry on 23rd Nov 2011
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Recipe by Saveur, except the bit of butter, which I added, for flavor. And the towel bit, which I learned cooking...
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Perfect Fluffy Brown Rice
recipe by: Sue on 5th Apr 2013
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
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I love lima beans and wanted to make a simple recipe that was tasteful but quick and easy to make. I had made something...
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Simply Delightful & Easy Lima Beans
recipe by: ForeverMama on 16th Jan 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
This is out of our local Fred Meyer magazine called "My Magazine". This needs to marinate for at least 1 hour.
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Cucumber Salad With Lime Vinaigrette
recipe by: TeresaS on 27th Sep 2016
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
A nice side dish that can be prepared ahead of time, and popped in the oven when you are ready.
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Honey-Roasted Butternut Squash
recipe by: KathyD on 6th Nov 2011
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
This is one of my favourite grilled sides. It is quick and easy, just put it on the grill for 5 minutes and it's...
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Grilled Zucchini
recipe by: QueenBea on 17th Jun 2012
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
One day I was looking for something different to go with my liver and onions I was making. This is what I came up with,...
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Linda's Zesty Stewed Tomatoes With Zucchini, Onions & Peppers
recipe by: LindasBusyKit... on 18th Aug 2012
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Refreshing balsamic vinegar flavoured tomato cucumber salad.
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Balsamic Tomato Cucumber Salad
recipe by: Derf on 22nd Mar 2013
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes