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THE COLLECTION · 61 RECIPES

Vegetable Side Dishes

Golden roasted vegetables and generous flavors to round out your table. Start with Oven Roasted Cabbage Steaks, try Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts, or explore every idea below. Each recipe links to the complete ingredients, cooking method, and kitchen notes.

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02 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 40 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Halved Brussels sprouts roast at high heat until deeply caramelized, then finish with fresh minced garlic, finely grated Parmesan, and bright lemon zest.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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03 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 45 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Honey Butter Roasted Carrots

Whole slender carrots roast until fork-tender and blistered, tossed in a balanced glaze of browned butter, wildflower honey, fresh thyme, and flaky sea salt.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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04 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 45 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Crispy Parmesan Cauliflower

Bite-sized cauliflower florets are coated in olive oil, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan before baking at high temperature until crisp and golden brown.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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05 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 40 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Halved Brussels sprouts roast at high heat until blistered and charred, then toss in a glossy reduction of pure maple syrup, aged balsamic vinegar, and toasted pecans.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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06 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 27 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

Fresh green beans blanched and sautéed with fragrant minced garlic, finished with melted butter, freshly cracked black pepper, and aged Parmesan cheese.

Plus 2 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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07 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 42 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Creamy Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

Plump cremini mushroom caps filled with a rich mixture of wilted spinach, softened cream cheese, garlic, and golden Parmesan breadcrumbs.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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08 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 50 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

Thick sweet potato wedges tossed with cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic, and olive oil, roasted at high heat for caramelized, crisp edges and tender interiors.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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09 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 55 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

Golden baby potatoes roasted with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic, and bright lemon zest, then tossed with fresh lemon juice and sea salt.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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10 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 45 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Crispy Zucchini Parmesan Fries

Crisp oven-baked zucchini batons coated in seasoned panko breadcrumbs and finely grated Parmesan cheese, served hot with marinara sauce.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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11 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 37 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Roasted Broccoli with Lemon Tahini

Tender roasted broccoli florets with caramelized edges, drizzled with a creamy garlic-lemon tahini sauce and finished with toasted sesame seeds.

Plus 3 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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16 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 37 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Honey Harissa Glazed Baby Carrots

Whole slender baby carrots braised tender and glazed in a savory emulsion of spicy North African harissa paste, amber clover honey, and fresh lemon.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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24 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 17 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Sesame Ginger Sautéed Bok Choy

Crisp baby bok choy is flash-seared in a hot skillet with sliced fresh ginger, shaved garlic, and toasted sesame oil for a savory side dish.

Plus 2 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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27 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 18 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Chili Crisp Sautéed Broccolini

Slender broccolini stalks are blistered in a searing hot wok with thinly sliced garlic and tossed in fragrant halal-certified chili crisp oil.

Plus 2 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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28 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 55 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Cheesy Baked Zucchini Gratin

Sliced summer zucchini is seasoned with dried oregano and baked in a rich cream sauce under a bubbling layer of melted halal-certified mozzarella cheese.

Plus 10 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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54 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 50 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Charred Eggplant and Sweet Pepper Mash

Oven-charred eggplant and sweet red bell peppers are coarse-mashed with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and white vinegar for an assertive vegetable side.

Plus 15 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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57 / VEGETABLE SIDES · 55 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Cauliflower Macaroni Gratin

Tender cauliflower florets and macaroni are tossed in a rich, roux-thickened cheddar cheese sauce and baked beneath crisp herb breadcrumbs.

Plus 10 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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