Looking for new and unique vegetarian side dishes to have with dinner? Here are 20 healthy vegetarian side dishes including roasted vegetables, cold vegetarian side dishes and a few rice pilaf options.
Looking to add some more vegetables to your menu? Look no further! I’ve assembled 20 healthy vegetarian side dishes recipes to go with your dinner. Vegetables don’t need to be boring and can add some much needed texture, color and flavor to your next dinner.
I’ve included a variety of vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli and brussels sprouts, a few rice side dishes and cold vegetarian side options too.
Roasted cauliflower with garlic is an easy and tasty low carb and vegan side dish to add to your favorite protein for dinner or meal prep. Roast cauliflower florets in a single layer on a sheet tray to get the best flavor and color!
Zucchini roasted in the oven and then topped with balsamic vinegar and hazelnuts is an easy dinner side for your favorite protein. When zucchini is baked in the oven, it becomes caramelized and never soggy pairing perfectly with tangy balsamic vinegar and crunchy hazelnuts.
Three minute corn on the cob is cooked in the microwave with the husk on. This is method allows you to effortlessly cook corn on the cob and easily remove the husk. Perfect summer side dish for one or two people families.
If you’re worried about your lunch salad being soggy all week, you need to try this recipe! The shaved raw Brussels Sprouts Meal Prep Salad is an easy make ahead salad for a healthy meal prep.
Better than takeout fried rice is the ultimate “use what’s in the fridge” dinner or side dish. Add in any extra chicken, pork or beef plus the odds and ends of vegetables like broccoli or carrots to bulk up the rice into a dinner. This comfort food dish is pretty easy to make with a few standard Asian staples from your pantry. You won’t want the bland and flavorless takeout fried rice after trying this recipe.
Roasted broccoli has a lot better texture and flavor than steamed or boiled broccoli. Roasting the broccoli on sheet trays gives a great caramelized flavor and crispy texture.
Oven roasted brussel sprout with balsamic glaze is an easy fall vegetarian side dish. Perfect as a simple and cheap side dish for Thanksgiving or any dinner party.
This quick and easy Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower is made by steaming garlic and cauliflower inside a pressure cooker, and then preparing them to mimic mashed potatoes.
Whole roasted carrots recipe with pistachio herb relish! These simple oven roasted carrots will be your new favorite healthy side dish. Everyone at your table will devour these!
This is a delicious and crunchy combination of green beans and mushrooms sautéed in olive oil and spiced with red peppers. It makes an excellent side dish for a simple meal at home or a holiday gathering!
Creamy No Mayo Coleslaw with Apples and Fennel is a crunchy and addictive cabbage slaw with apples and fennel, tossed in a creamy no mayo coleslaw dressing!
These delicious vegan collard greens are simple enough for a weeknight meal but have enough flavor to serve to guests. You can whip up this tasty side dish in less than 30 minutes.
This oven roasted garlic bread recipe is made with a delicious roasted garlic butter spread over a crusty artisan french loaf for a show stealing side dish that’s perfect with everything – from pasta to soup!
A quick, healthy meal you can make ahead! This Instant Pot Mushroom Rice pilaf is a cozy alternative to boring sandwiches for lunch and is delicious even the next day. A dish the whole family will enjoy!
These crispy smashed potatoes have a crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Just a few simple ingredients is all you need for these delicious potatoes.
Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Rice Pilaf makes a nice side dish. Rice might seem like an uncreative and plain side dish, but it doesn’t have to be. With a little extra effort you can go from boring rice to delicious Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Rice Pilaf.