Salsa Fresca

Z2-Sides,Z2-Sauces & Dressings

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

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…

Roasted Onion Strings (Really, Healthy Onion Strings!)

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

When you roast Vidalia onions they bring up a really nice, sweetness. When you are on a diet, traditional onion strings are out…

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,…

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.…

Roasted Peppers and Onions

Z2-Sides

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

Roasted Green Beans

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

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

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

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…

“Creamy” Coleslaw

Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

Great for your summer barbecue.

Chili Con Carne

ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Soup,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties,Z2-Beef

This is a meaty chili with some veggies tossed in for crunch factor. Makes a satisfying lunch.

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.

Fennel Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette

Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

This could be a new favorite salad!

Cherry Tomato Salad

Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

Who knew water could make a dressing! I was in an Italian restaurant the other night and wanted to order a salad to go with my…

Italian Salad

Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

You can vary the spices or vegetables according to taste, making the variations on this almost endless.

Mexican Cherry Tomato Salad

Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

Serve over salad greens or as a side dish.

Chinese – American Chicken Salad

ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Poultry,Z2-Salads

I serve this over shredded lettuce to make a larger salad.

Tomato Tabbouleh (Tabouli)

Z2-Entrees,Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Salads

Goes great over a burger or an accompaniment to any protein.

Harvest Pork Loin Chops with Savory, Warm Apple “Slaw”

Z2-Entrees,Z2-Pork

This dish tastes like it’s right off of the country farm in Fall. But don’t let that stop you from eating it any other season…

Southern Pork Loin Roast with Amazing Onion Gravy

Z2-Entrees,Z2-Pork

This super easy comfort meal is a cinch to make. Even novice cooks can handle this one! And it’s so yummy.

Sweet and Sour Pork

Z2-Entrees,Z2-Pork

You are not seeing things! I managed to take one of the most fattening and sugar-filled Chinese dishes on the planet and came up…

Italian Pork Tenderloin with Sun-dried Tomato Gravy

Z2-Entrees,Z2-Pork

I typed up this recipe as a serving for six because most pork tenderloins come packaged in twos these days. Be sure to get the…