Pair one of these tasty side dishes with dinner tonight. These recipes contain at least 7 grams of protein per serving from foods like beans, vegetables and whole grains to help keep you full longer, regulate digestion and support bone health. Plus, these dishes contain ingredients rich in gut-healthy prebiotics—like garlic, barley, and potatoes—to provide at least 3 grams of fiber in each serving. Not only does fiber promote a healthy gut microbiome, it can also support heart health and lower your risk for certain diseases. You’ll love recipes like our Grilled Broccoli with Smoked Yogurt Dressing. And our Spiced Chickpea Confit goes great with any meat, fish or plant-based food.
Grilled Broccoli with Smoked Sour Cream
Blanching the broccoli florets before thawing ensures that the broccoli is tender all the way through, helping it to sear quickly in a very hot pan. Firing up the grill? Instead, cook the blanched broccoli in a grill basket over medium-high heat.
Spiced chickpea confit
Ali Redmond
This endlessly versatile side dish pairs beautifully with any grilled meat or fish and can also make a great plant-based main course. You can serve it over rice or pasta to round it out, or pair it with whole grains or whole wheat pasta for a nutty boost. You can also turn it into a wonderful salad by serving it over baby spinach, escarole or arugula. Leftovers can be mixed into a thick dip that’s great with pita wedges or crostini. Or make leftovers into a soup by reheating with an equal volume of vegetable or chicken stock.
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Cabbage Slices with Gremolata
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These soft and tender cabbage slices will make anyone fall in love with the vegetable. Placing the cabbage around the perimeter of the baking sheets is essential as it ensures the most even browning and crispest Parmesan crust. The lemon gremolata adds a freshness and brightness to balance the salty cheese.
Kale and Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Avocado Caesar Dressing
This salad combines the flavors of a Caesar salad with tender lacinato kale and raw, shaved Brussels sprouts. Brown butter breadcrumbs add extra crunch and a nutty toasty flavor. Serve with grilled chicken for an added protein boost.
Broccoli and Caramelized White Beans
Broccoli gets a smoky char from the cast iron skillet before it’s paired with fragrant white beans in this delicious side dish. A lively parsley and hazelnut sauce finishes the dish with a bright and nutty flavor.
4-Bean salad with herbal Tahini sauce
This lively twist on the classic salad uses fresh green beans and nutty, earthy tahini, plus a ton of herbs you can use based on your preference. Tahini can be omitted, but we balance this with a little honey. We loved the combination of parsley, tarragon and dill for the herbs.
Spinach and mushroom casserole with cheese
Both delicious and healthy, this sweet dream of a casserole is packed with nutrients from the spinach and super flavorful and delicious from all the sauteed mushrooms. Any ‘shroom will do, so pick your favorite.
Creamy Corn Soup with Jalapeños & Cotija
This creamy corn soup has the earthiness of hominy and the heat of jalapeños. Fresh corn adds sweetness, which works well with salty cotija cheese and other fresh, savory garnishes.
Pasta salad with black beans, corn and avocado
Serve this colorful pasta salad filled with vegetables at your next outdoor gathering. From the creamy avocado to the crunchy peppers, this pasta salad is full of texture and flavor. A homemade herby lime vinaigrette ties everything together.
Pinto Beans in the Instant Pot
These quick and easy Instant Pot Pinto Beans offer a subtle heat from dried chilies, with onions and garlic bringing out the delicious flavor. Enjoy them on their own or as part of a taco or nacho topping.
Mashed potato and root casserole
Rutabaga and/or celery give this casserole a more nuanced flavor, but you can also use turnips or kohlrabi—or go all potato.
Slow Cooker Overnight Barley Porridge
At 6 grams per 1-cup serving, barley is higher in fiber than many other grains. And it has high levels of prebiotic fiber, making it great for promoting healthy gut bacteria. Like oats, barley contains beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that has been shown to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Baked potato latkes
Making this your best Hanukkah dish starts with choosing the right ingredients, such as potatoes (noodles are top because of their high starch and low moisture content). We’ve also found that a small amount of baking powder makes them lighter and airier than using eggs alone. The oven-baked finish of these latkes ensures they come out piping hot and crispy.
Broccoli Casserole
This Easy Broccoli Casserole is sure to be a hit. Learn how to make this classic dish healthier.
Parmesan Grilled Asparagus
Grilled asparagus gets a light and flavorful coating of finely grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon in this easy grilled side dish.
Creamy Broccoli and Mushroom Casserole
This creamy broccoli and mushroom casserole is as comforting as it sounds. A mushroom-infused cheese sauce coats tender, crisp broccoli, and a panko breadcrumb topping adds a crunchy finish. Serve this crowd-pleasing side with roasted chicken, pulled pork, or steak.
Boiled lima beans
This lima bean recipe is the creation of Mable Clarke, a South Carolina cook and activist. This side dish is on the menu for Clarke’s monthly fish fry that she started to save Soapstone Baptist Church. There’s no need for bacon mushrooms with this recipe—her onion-rich roast turkey gravy gives these simple beans a rich, savory flavor, but store-bought will do the trick. A long, slow simmer removes the cream from the lima.
Slow-Cooker Dal Makhani
Using a slow cooker for this dal curry recipe is great – the lentils cook until completely tender. For the creamiest results, use whole urad dal (versus split), which you can get online or in Indian markets. This particular bean breaks down beautifully, giving the dish its rich and creamy texture. For a variant of the stove, see below. Serve over rice with Indian-style green chutney and a side of plain yogurt.
White Bean Parmesan
Keep the mirepoix mix—a basic combination of carrots, celery, and chopped onions—in your fridge and save some serious prep time on this easy bean dish.
Fresh Southern Bacon Succo
This Southern Succulent is packed with flavor and fresh ingredients, including okra, tomatoes, corn, and bacon—so much goodness in one bite! If you can’t find fresh okra, feel free to use thawed frozen okra. Read the author’s story behind the recipe: Nothing says summer to me more than my mom’s southern succotash.
Gruyère Potato Casserole
Potatoes are perfectly soft in this easy Gruyère Potato Casserole. The cheese gets brown and crispy on top and the sides and herbs add a nice accent to this delicious dish.
Slow Cooker Cheesy Rice with Broccoli
This dish is sure to be a kid favorite that adults will love too. Broccoli and cheese are a classic combination for a reason, and when served with rice and umami-rich mushrooms, the combination is even more comforting. If desired, garnish with shaved Parmesan and additional salt and black pepper.
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