Roasted Onion Strings (Really, Healthy Onion Strings!)

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

When you roast Vidalia onions they bring up a really nice, sweetness. When you are on a diet, traditional onion strings are out of the question; unless they are like these.

Roasted or Grilled Asparagus

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

A great side dish with any meal.

Broiled Tomatoes

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

The broiling of a tomato lends a special sweetness to it. The garlic adds an Italian zing. Serve with any simple grilled, baked, broiled or roasted meat and you have dinner in a flash.

Sweet Pepper Sauté

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This recipe was submitted by Plan Z dieter Judy. She served these veggies at a dinner party with steak and it was a big hit. Thanks Judy!

Roasted Peppers and Onions

Z2-Sides

Just add your choice of protein and you have a great stir-fry.

Roasted Green Beans

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

Roasted green beans are easy to make. Super easy!

Steakhouse Tomato Side Dish

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This dish pairs perfectly with a simply grilled steak. You can serve it with any meat but the tomato/onion combo works very well.

Tangy Coleslaw

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads,ZS-Zola to Go

Makes a great side dish with Zola's "Almost" Fried Chicken! Travels well for Zola To GO! and lasts for days in the refrigerator.

Zippy Roasted Peppers

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

The time it takes to roast the peppers will bring out the heat in the cracked pepper so be prepared for a spicy hot dish. Just a very few cracked pepper bits will do.

“Creamy” Coleslaw

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads

Great for your summer barbecue.

Marinated Tomato and Artichoke Salad

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Salads

Marinate with your favorite Plan Z Dressing. I use the balsamic-pesto dressing or anything on the Italian side will work.

Onion-Poblano Saute

ZSpecialties,Z3-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Vegetarian

This is mild, full of flavor and a huge hit around my house. It would also be wonderful served with a steak or a meaty fish, too.

Sauteed Apples

Z2-Sides,Z2-Desserts

If you use it as a side on ZReduction you will still eat your veggie but you won’t eat dessert. This is like eating dessert early.

Fried Apples

Z3-Sides,Z3-Desserts

I serve this warm with cinnamon buttered pecans on top but would also be perfect as a topping on the almond pound cake.

Lemon Pepper Cream Gravy

ZS-Holiday,Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties

The lemon pepper cream tastes particularly delightful with chicken or turkey. It makes it very special.

Tomato & Onion Salad with Balsamic-Pesto Dressing

Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads

Because you cannot have oil on ZReduction I have made this dressing to mimic what you’d get in a large steakhouse.

Cucumber Melon Relish

Z2-Sides,Z2-Sauces & Dressings

This side dish goes really well with any type of fish.

Cheddar and Tomato Crustless Quiche

Z3-Eggs,Z3-Entrees,Z3-Vegetarian

You can certainly change this up by changing the cheese or using other veggies.

Indian asparagus

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

Another simple yet delicious side to brighten up any dish.

Shallot Onion Rings

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

My husband loves these so much he asks for them probably 4 times a week and has even begun making them himself! They taste every bit as good as regular onion rings without the breading.