Brussels Sprouts with a Balsamic Drizzle

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

This is such a versatile side dish it goes well with any type of protein.

Roasted Fennel

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

Fennel has a distinct flavor, but when it's roasted, the flavor mellows. If you like fennel, this recipe is great, and it's very easy to make.  

Dieter Brenda’s Sautéed Cabbage

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

Cabbage is one of the foods that's unlimited on ZReduction, so it's the perfect food to nosh on when you're hungry between meals. Dieter Brenda sent us this versatile cabbage recipe, and it's scrumptious. Eat it with dinner, or as a snack. Or, add a sliced onion and use it as a substitution for noodles that’s healthy and delicious. Or, try adding chicken broth and your favorite seasoning to turn this a brothy side or a simple soup.

Air Fryer Green Beans

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday,ZS-Dieter Favorites

Dieter Debbie has mastered air fried veggies on ZReduction, and shared this with the Plan Z Facebook group. It's simple, and delicious and can be ready in a jiffy. We're posting it here for everyone to enjoy. Thank you, Debbie!

Blistered Tomatoes

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. I am offering up two options for grilled veggies.

Sesame Kale

Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Salads,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites

This recipe was submitted by Plan Z coach, Pearl. She loves kale and makes this recipe often.

Oven Roasted Okra

Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,ZS-Dieter Favorites

This delicious recipe was submitted by dieter Nicole. She served it with pork chops and roasted tomatoes. Thanks, Nicole for the inspired dish!

Grilled Eggplant

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

I have decided the grilled Chinese eggplant tastes better than potato chips! Even better than French fries! And it’s so easy.

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

This simple salad can be prepared in minutes and offers a light flavor, a bright bowl full of color and cool crunch on a warm day!

Russian Traditional Salad

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Salads

This delicious recipe was submitted by Plan Z dieter Bruce. Bruce says, "We saw this sixteen years ago on a trip to visit our daughter in-law. They keep it from day to day and just add to it when more is needed."

Italian Green Bean Salad

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Salads

This is a fun, colorful side dish to a plain piece of meat. This goes together so fast! You can even make it in the morning and finish assembly just before dinner.

Sea Salt Crusted Snow Peas

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

You won’t ever need potato chips again.

Zola-fied Berghoff Spinach

ZS-Holiday,Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties,Z2-Vegetarian

The Berghoff is a famous Chicago restaurant. Their creamed spinach is an institution in itself. This is my ZReduction version.

Sauteed Spinach

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Since spinach is an unlimited, you can have as much as you like. It doesn't count towards your veggie portion which means you can have this and another veggie, too. YUM!

Garlic Rubbed Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

If you love cabbage, you are going to freak out about how good this is. All we can say about this recipe is that if you hate cabbage this meal might convert you!

Zippy Scallion Onion Salad

Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

This recipe is designed for your barbecue needs. Of course you can eat it with anything but I had the Korean BBQ Sauce in mind when I paired these up. The Korean sauce is sort of sweet and then this is zippy.

Spinach Sauteed with Garlic and Chopped Tomato

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This is quick cooking at its best…or novice cooking for those who are just discovering their talents in the kitchen.

Spicy-Sweet Green Bean Medley

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

Add this zippy side dish to your favorite piece of protein for a vitamin packed veggie punch.

Beefy Peppered Onions

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

This side dish will make just about any man’s day. Think of pairing it with a small steak or a grilled chicken breast.

Roasted Plum Tomatoes with Chinese Eggplant

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Roasting the vegetables really brings out lovely caramelized flavors in the eggplant and tomatoes. Try pairing this side dish with my Halibut with Shallots and Bacon recipe for a light and tasty meal.