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There’s plenty of deliciousness to go around in these healthy recipes that feed at least four. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight side or something worthy of the next family potluck, these tasty recipes are on the table in just 20 minutes or less. Pair our crispy Smashed Carrots with your favorite pork chop recipe or add our Grilled Zucchini & Squash to the menu the next time you fire up the grill—your crew will definitely be going back for seconds.
01of 20Cheesy Spinach FrittersView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughUsing frozen spinach in these crispy pan-fried fritters saves you the steps of having to chop and cook the fresh greens down yourself.
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Cheesy Spinach Fritters
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Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
Using frozen spinach in these crispy pan-fried fritters saves you the steps of having to chop and cook the fresh greens down yourself.
02of 20Mexican Corn (Esquites)View RecipeThis street corn dish, known as esquites, is served in cups instead of on the cob for all the flavor of elote without the mess.
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Mexican Corn (Esquites)
This street corn dish, known as esquites, is served in cups instead of on the cob for all the flavor of elote without the mess.
03of 20Lemon Herbed Orzo PastaView RecipeThis quick and easy lemony and herb pasta dish makes a delicious side. Try adding chicken or shrimp for a more complete meal.
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Lemon Herbed Orzo Pasta
This quick and easy lemony and herb pasta dish makes a delicious side. Try adding chicken or shrimp for a more complete meal.
04of 20Grilled Zucchini & SquashView RecipePhotographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine KeelyGrilled zucchini and yellow squash are tender off the grill with a hint of char, spicy garlic and a bit of zing from fresh lemon juice.
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Grilled Zucchini & Squash
Photographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine Keely
Grilled zucchini and yellow squash are tender off the grill with a hint of char, spicy garlic and a bit of zing from fresh lemon juice.
05of 20Sautéed Brussels SproutsView RecipeWill DickeyFresh and tender sautéed Brussels sprouts have crispy leaves and a tender-crisp center. The sweetness from the caramelized shallots provides a great balancing flavor. Enjoy them with lemon, or try one of the variations below to better match your main dish.
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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts
Will Dickey
Fresh and tender sautéed Brussels sprouts have crispy leaves and a tender-crisp center. The sweetness from the caramelized shallots provides a great balancing flavor. Enjoy them with lemon, or try one of the variations below to better match your main dish.
06of 20Lemon-Garlic Green BeansView RecipeWill DickeyThese tender-crisp lemon-garlic green beans have tons of flavor from shallots, garlic and the tangy lemon. It’s the perfect simple green bean side dish that pairs well with everything.
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Lemon-Garlic Green Beans
These tender-crisp lemon-garlic green beans have tons of flavor from shallots, garlic and the tangy lemon. It’s the perfect simple green bean side dish that pairs well with everything.
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Cheesy Broccoli
Eric Wolfinger
08of 20Lemon Rice (Chitrannam)View RecipeUse up leftover rice and make it into something delicious with this healthy Indian recipe. Because cooked rice refrigerated overnight dries out a little, it’s better suited to absorb all the flavors in this dish without getting sticky or mushy. In a pinch, use frozen or shelf-stable precooked basmati rice, available in many stores. Urad dal and roasted chana dal add texture and authenticity to the rice–look for both types of dal in Indian markets or online.
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Lemon Rice (Chitrannam)
Use up leftover rice and make it into something delicious with this healthy Indian recipe. Because cooked rice refrigerated overnight dries out a little, it’s better suited to absorb all the flavors in this dish without getting sticky or mushy. In a pinch, use frozen or shelf-stable precooked basmati rice, available in many stores. Urad dal and roasted chana dal add texture and authenticity to the rice–look for both types of dal in Indian markets or online.
09of 20Broiled Tomatoes with Cheddar & JalapeñosView RecipeJohnny AutryGive at-their-peak summer tomatoes a Tex-Mex spin with this simple, melty topping.
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Broiled Tomatoes with Cheddar & Jalapeños
Johnny Autry
Give at-their-peak summer tomatoes a Tex-Mex spin with this simple, melty topping.
10of 20Smashed CarrotsView RecipeJason DonnellySmashing steamed carrots coated in curry powder then finishing them under the broiler lets the flavor set in and gives the carrots a light, crispy edge.
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Smashed Carrots
Jason Donnelly
Smashing steamed carrots coated in curry powder then finishing them under the broiler lets the flavor set in and gives the carrots a light, crispy edge.
11of 20Quinoa with Peas & LemonView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughGreen peas add a pop of color to this bright whole-grain side dish. Plus, choosing frozen saves you time—no shelling required! Want to save even more time? Use a pouch of precooked quinoa.
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Quinoa with Peas & Lemon
Green peas add a pop of color to this bright whole-grain side dish. Plus, choosing frozen saves you time—no shelling required! Want to save even more time? Use a pouch of precooked quinoa.
12of 20Jalapeño Creamed CornView RecipeSweet and savory creamed corn gets a creamy kick from Cheddar cheese and jalapeño. We love the added spice sliced jalapeño adds as a garnish, but this is also great without it if you want to tame the heat. Try it alongside grilled steak or chicken or with your Thanksgiving spread.
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Jalapeño Creamed Corn
Sweet and savory creamed corn gets a creamy kick from Cheddar cheese and jalapeño. We love the added spice sliced jalapeño adds as a garnish, but this is also great without it if you want to tame the heat. Try it alongside grilled steak or chicken or with your Thanksgiving spread.
13of 20Air-Fryer Sweet Potato FriesView RecipeAir-fried sweet potato fries are crispy, tender and delicately sweet. They’re also made with less fat than traditional fries, so they’re a healthier option when you’re craving crunchy spuds. If the cinnamon-pepper spice is too intense, try thyme, oregano, paprika or garlic instead.
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Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Air-fried sweet potato fries are crispy, tender and delicately sweet. They’re also made with less fat than traditional fries, so they’re a healthier option when you’re craving crunchy spuds. If the cinnamon-pepper spice is too intense, try thyme, oregano, paprika or garlic instead.
14of 20Parmesan White BeansView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughStash mirepoix blend—a basic building-block combo of chopped carrots, celery and onion—in your freezer and save some serious prep time on this simple bean side dish.
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Parmesan White Beans
Stash mirepoix blend—a basic building-block combo of chopped carrots, celery and onion—in your freezer and save some serious prep time on this simple bean side dish.
15of 20Microwaved Fresh Green BeansView RecipeSteaming green beans in the microwave is quick and convenient, helping you to get dinner on the table in minutes. This basic recipe is a great starting point for the seasoning of your choice–a little butter, toasted nuts or a creamy sauce.
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Microwaved Fresh Green Beans
Steaming green beans in the microwave is quick and convenient, helping you to get dinner on the table in minutes. This basic recipe is a great starting point for the seasoning of your choice–a little butter, toasted nuts or a creamy sauce.
16of 20Loaded Baked AvocadosView RecipeAvocado stands in for potato in this low-carb version of a baked potato! Sour cream, Cheddar cheese and bacon, combined with fresh chives and a sprinkle of pepper, make this a comforting treat.
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Loaded Baked Avocados
Avocado stands in for potato in this low-carb version of a baked potato! Sour cream, Cheddar cheese and bacon, combined with fresh chives and a sprinkle of pepper, make this a comforting treat.
17of 20Southern Macaroni SaladView RecipeBring this quintessential Southern macaroni salad, made with whole-wheat macaroni, celery, peas and ham, to your next picnic or barbecue. It’s the perfect salad to feed a crowd!
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Southern Macaroni Salad
Bring this quintessential Southern macaroni salad, made with whole-wheat macaroni, celery, peas and ham, to your next picnic or barbecue. It’s the perfect salad to feed a crowd!
18of 20Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Honey-Balsamic GlazeView RecipeThis lightning-fast side dish produces deliciously sweet Brussels sprouts, thanks to honey that caramelizes and crispy, salty bacon. They’re so good your kids will even eat them! If the Brussels sprouts are hard to skewer, consider microwaving them a minute longer and then try skewering again. If you’d like to make this Brussels sprouts recipe vegetarian, simply omit the bacon.
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Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Honey-Balsamic Glaze
This lightning-fast side dish produces deliciously sweet Brussels sprouts, thanks to honey that caramelizes and crispy, salty bacon. They’re so good your kids will even eat them! If the Brussels sprouts are hard to skewer, consider microwaving them a minute longer and then try skewering again. If you’d like to make this Brussels sprouts recipe vegetarian, simply omit the bacon.
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Sautéed Broccoli with Peanut Sauce
20of 20Green Beans with Parmesan-Garlic BreadcrumbsView RecipeIn this easy green bean recipe, browning the butter before tossing it with the breadcrumbs produces a nice nutty flavor. Serve this green bean dish as a healthy alternative to green bean casserole or as an easy side with steak, chicken or fish.
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Green Beans with Parmesan-Garlic Breadcrumbs
In this easy green bean recipe, browning the butter before tossing it with the breadcrumbs produces a nice nutty flavor. Serve this green bean dish as a healthy alternative to green bean casserole or as an easy side with steak, chicken or fish.
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