Vegetables

vegetable dishes

  • Cauliflower Spanish “Rice” With Ground Beef

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 30 minutes

    This cauliflower Spanish “rice” is a delicious low-carb twist on a comfort food favorite. Instead of regular rice, it uses cooked riced cauliflower to keep the carbs low while still offering the bold flavors of classic Spanish rice. With lean ground beef, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and warm spices, it’s a complete one-pan meal that’s fast, filling, and family-friendly. Whether you’re following a keto, diabetic-friendly, or just lower-carb lifestyle, this easy dinner is sure to satisfy.

  • Overnight Cauliflower Pickles

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 21 minutes

    These cauliflower pickles are an easy preparation and there’s no need to process. Refrigerate for about 24 hours for best flavor and use them within 2 to 3 weeks.

  • Mexican Cauliflower Rice

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 15 minutes

    This Mexican Cauliflower Rice is a quick, low-carb side made with cauliflower rice, salsa, green onions, and taco seasoning. It’s ready in under 15 minutes and pairs perfectly with tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.

  • Low Carb Cauliflower “Macaroni” and Cheese

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 40 minutes

    This basic cauliflower and cheese is an excellent substitute for pasta in this faux mac and cheese dish. It’s a great choice for low carb diets!

  • Cauliflower Fried Rice

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 33 minutes

    This cauliflower fried rice is a quick and flavorful low-carb alternative to classic fried rice, packed with vegetables, eggs, and savory seasonings.

  • Carrot Salad With Raisins

    ByDiana Rattray

    Vivid orange color and sweet and tangy flavor make this carrot salad an attractive dish to take along to a potluck or cookout.

  • Moist Carrot Muffins

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 35 minutes

    These moist carrot muffins are filled with currants or raisins and some chopped walnuts. Serve them with a flavored cream cheese spread or butter.

  • Carrot Applesauce Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

    This moist carrot applesauce cake is filled with shredded carrots, warm spices, raisins, and pecans for texture. It’s an easy one-layer cake that works for birthdays, potlucks, or a simple afternoon treat. Finish it with a tangy cream cheese frosting or keep it simple with a dusting of powdered sugar.

  • Cabbage Casserole With Sausage and Cheese

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 52 minutes

    This easy cabbage and smoked sausage casserole is topped with melty cheese and baked to perfection. It’s versatile, too!

  • Cabbage and Ground Beef Casserole

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

    Cabbage and ground beef team up to make this satisfying and tasty one-dish meal. You can prepare it ahead, too!

  • Butternut Squash Soup With Nutmeg

    ByDiana Rattray

    Apple juice, a dash of nutmeg, and cream team up to flavor this lovely butternut squash soup. It’s an excellent lunch or dinner soup.

  • Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 45 minutes

    A smooth, creamy butternut squash soup made with apple, coconut milk, and curry for warm, layered flavor.

  • Broccolini With Garlic

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 15 minutes

    Broccolini, with its long, thin stalks and small florets, is more has milder flavor and is more tender when compared to broccoli.

  • Broccoli Rabe With Garlic

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 17 minutes

    Broccoli rabe brings a pleasant bitterness that pairs beautifully with garlic and olive oil. A quick blanch keeps the stems tender and the leaves vibrant before everything is finished in the skillet. It’s fast, flavorful, and works well alongside almost any main dish. This simple preparation allows you to adjust the flavor easily—add crushed red…

  • Broccoli Cheddar Pudding

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 50 minutes

    A custard like blend of milk and eggs holds this broccoli and cheddar cheese casserole together. The eggs and some milk bind the ingredients together and cheese gives it amazing flavor.

  • Simple Braised Kohlrabi

    ByDiana Rattray

    Braised kohlrabi gets flavor from garlic and lemon juice. It’s a simple, recipe with only 5 ingredients plus salt and pepper.

  • The BEST Chicken Marsala

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 30 minutes

    Chicken Marsala is fast and easy enough to make any night of the week. The recipe takes just minutes to prepare and cook, and it is an excellent family meal.

  • Beet Salad With Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

    This fresh and colorful beet salad is a delicious way to enjoy roasted beets. Golden or Chioggia beets are paired with sliced red onion and tossed with a simple lemon Dijon vinaigrette for a light, tangy finish. A sprinkle of cilantro or parsley adds freshness and color, but the salad is just as good without herbs if you prefer. Serve it chilled as a side dish or light lunch—it’s easy to make ahead and perfect for any time of year.

  • Beer Battered Cauliflower

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 30 minutes

    This deep fried cauliflower features a savory beer batter coating. They make a great replacement for French fries.

  • Braised Beef Shanks

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 3 hours 55 minutes

    Slow-braised beef shanks cooked until fall-apart tender with vegetables and a rich red wine gravy.