Creamed Spinach

Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,Z3-Sides,Z3-Vegetarian

Creamed spinach makes a wonderful, old-school side dish or you can use it as a dip. Serve with Melba rounds and just reuse your rounds so you don’t eat more than 3 or 4.

Parmesan-Reggiano in the “Raw”

Z3-Vegetarian,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZSpecialties

There's only one ingredient in this recipe. The success is in the quality and the presentation. Cooking rookies and gourmets in a hurry can't beat this one for ease.

Sauteed Swiss Chard with Peppers and Onions

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This dish is full of vitamins. One cup of Swiss chard has over 700% of the vitamin K you need in one day. Over 200% of the vitamin A you need and over 50% of your vitamin C.

Tomato Pizzettas

Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This is a great side dish but also makes a great appetizer platter to bring to a party or get-together.

Tomato Leek Casserole

Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Zola to Go

This dish re-heats just fine in a microwave or oven if you're taking it to work or another event.

Cowboy Onions

Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties

These onions are NOT spicy. In fact they are almost sweet and have a little zing at the end. You can kick them up hotter as you add the hot sauce.

Roasted Asparagus with Artichoke Heart “Sauce”

Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Serve this with a simple small filet or grilled chicken breast for a wonderful meal.

Italian Roasted Tomatoes

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

These go with any grilled meat or fish. Or any Italian meal as a side dish.

Eggplant Salad

Z2-Salads,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This salad can be served as a side dish. It can be warm, room temperature or cold; depending on the weather outside and your tastes. It’s an earthy dish with some zip from the vinegar.

Eggplant Tomato Combo

Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads

This eggplant tomato combo can be eaten as a side dish or as a spread. When I make an antipasti tray for an appetizer course, I’ll sometimes include this as a dip or spread for crackers.

Ratatouille

Z2-Entrees,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Well for those unfamiliar, ratatouille is actually a really fine French vegetable dish. So easy to make!

Grilled Green Beans Cooked in Garlic and Broth

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides

This is down home cooking. Those looking for the simplest of Plan Z recipes will like this one.

Grilled Sweet Onions

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides

This recipe was submitted by Plan Z dieter Judy F. Thanks Judy!

Roasted Red and Yellow Pepper Strips

Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,ZS-Zola to Go

You can make these in a large batch and store leftovers in the refrigerator. They reheat well and can travel well too. Eat them hot or cold.

Mexican Eggplant

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides

A great side dish with any grilled or roasted meat.

Savory Sweet Onions

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides

These goes great over a burger.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Roasted Brussels sprouts are easy to make. Super Easy!

Asian Veggie Medley

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Entrees

Can be doubled for a large group or a larger portion that will be reheated.

Salsa Fresca

Z2-Sauces & Dressings,Z2-Sides

This is another really simple Mexican staple. Again, fresh vegetables are key to a really great tasting salsa. Can go with meats, poultry, or even fish.

Creamed Spinach

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties

This won’t taste as gooey and rich as the restaurant creamed spinach that is full of cream cheese and Parmesan but it’s really so close that you won’t feel like you are suffering.