Garlic and Parmesan Rutabaga Fries

Garlic and Parmesan Rutabaga Fries

Garlic and parmesan flavors pop on these low carb fries.  Simply drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with garlic powder and grated parmesan cheese, and air fry for a delicious side dish. Ingredients: ½ rutabaga peeled and sliced into wedges 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive 

Garlic and Herb Sweet Potato Fries

Garlic and Herb Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite side dishes.  These grilled sweet potato wedges are enhanced with fresh herbs. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 sweet potato peeled 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon flat leaf 

Grilled Vegetables with Collard Green Pesto

Grilled Vegetables with Collard Green Pesto

You can use any vegetables you want in this dish to clean out your fridge or make the most of local produce. Enjoy finding creative ways to use the leftover pesto. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: Collard Green Pesto– ¼ teaspoon salt 4 cups 

Grilled Brussels Sprouts

Grilled Brussels Sprouts

Believe it or not Brussels Sprouts are one of my children’s favorite vegetables.  These Brussels are grilled with a little seasoning and pop with flavor. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients- 1 pound Brussels sprouts stems removed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon minced 

Orange Maple Butternut Squash Mash

Orange Maple Butternut Squash Mash

I try to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables each week.  If you are looking for a tasty side dish that is packed full of antioxidants and vitamins then you should try this mash.  It is easy to make and tastes like a dessert. 

Ranch Grilled Okra

Ranch Grilled Okra

Farm fresh okra tastes great with a little olive oil, seasoning, and a few minutes on the grill. Ingredients: 1 pound fresh okra stems removed 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons Ranch seasoning Directions: Add okra to a medium bowl.  Drizzle with olive 

Apple and Jalapeno Slaw

Apple and Jalapeno Slaw

This slaw is a little bit spicy and a little bit sweet and packed with veggies and fresh herbs. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: Slaw- 1 bag coleslaw mix ½ cup matchstick carrots 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley 2 tablespoons 

Grilled Eggplant with Yogurt Tahini Sauce

Grilled Eggplant with Yogurt Tahini Sauce

Grilled eggplant tastes delicious on its on, but with this yogurt tahini sauce it is amazing! Ingredients: 1 fairytale eggplant (or other medium eggplant variety) Sumac to sprinkle on each slice Olive oil spray ¼ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon tahini 1 tablespoon 

Chipotle Honey Coleslaw

Chipotle Honey Coleslaw

Sometimes I want a coleslaw with a kick! This chipotle honey coleslaw is a mixture of sweet and spicy and full of veggie goodness. Ingredients: Coleslaw- 1 bag coleslaw mix ½ cup shredded carrots ¼ cup diced red onion 2-3 radishes thinly sliced into matchsticks 

Spicy Corn and Veggie Salad

Spicy Corn and Veggie Salad

Corn on the cob is a treat I love in the summer, but since corn isn’t exactly packed with nutrients I try to pair it with other veggies that are.  This light salad is full of flavor and loaded with antioxidant rich veggies. Ingredients: 2