Side Dish Recipes

The Mediterranean diet, inspired by the traditional cuisines of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, is renowned for its delicious flavors and contributes to the lifespans of some of the healthiest people on earth. But what foods from this diet actually contribute to health? And is it possible to eat an entirely plant-based Mediterranean diet? In this article, you’ll discover ingredients and flavors to create your own Mediterranean recipes.

Food on a stick can be delicious, easy, and festive. Skewers and kebabs show up in many cultures around the world, but they typically feature meat. Can plant-based eaters also join in the fun? Find out how to make vegan skewers and kebabs that can be even tastier and more colorful than traditional recipes.

Who doesn’t love pancakes? All over the world, people have been making pancakes for millennia — and not just sweet ones. Vegetable-based pancakes lean on local ingredients and flavor preferences and can be a filling, delicious, and fun way to consume some of the healthiest foods on the planet. Here are a few savory pancake recipes to get you started for breakfast or any time of day!

Garlic is so good for health, I’d probably eat it even if it didn’t taste great. But it tastes so amazing, I’d probably cook with it even if it weren’t that healthy. Fortunately, garlic checks both boxes like a champ. Find out about different types of garlic, and discover the many ways to add garlic to your daily menu.

Turmeric is trending, thanks to its amazing nutritional benefits and its bold flavor and color. You may have enjoyed it in golden milk or as part of a curry, but what are other ways to get this wonderful spice into your life? And does it matter if it’s fresh or dried? Here’s what you need to know to incorporate the “golden spice” into your cooking.

Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile and delicious foods out there — and they’re incredibly healthy to boot. From their origins in the highlands of Peru to their place on the festive tables of England’s King Henry VIII, societies have long had a love affair with these colorful tubers. So let’s find out how to choose, store, and prepare sweet potatoes to eat them on a regular basis.

Summer squash is a versatile and abundant vegetable. But sometimes, it can be difficult to know how to deal with the sheer volume that comes from the garden. Or even what to do with it when it’s available at the grocery store or farmers market. How do you select, store, and prepare summer squash for maximum nutrition and culinary value? And what are some creative ways to cook it and make the most of a summer harvest?

Asparagus can be an intimidating food to tackle if you’re not familiar with this regal vegetable. Uncooked, parts of it are tough and fibrous, and yet it can turn to mush when overcooked. But thanks to its delicious taste, varieties, versatility, and nutritional profile, it’s well worth getting to know — and love — asparagus. Discover how to cook and use asparagus with seven delicious plant-based recipes.

Feeling festive this St. Patrick’s Day? Get your greens going from the inside out! Explore traditional St. Patrick’s Day foods and how to make them greener and more plant-based. And get seven tasty, vegan Irish food recipes that are sure to nourish and impress!

Many of the phytochemicals that give whole, plant-based foods their natural pigment offer heart-healthy antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that foster good health and boundless vitality. Red foods, in particular, have been found to support heart health. In this article, we share seven of the heart-healthiest red foods to include in your diet, along with a variety of recipes to ensure you get plenty of this passionate color that will leave you feeling radiant from the inside out!

Mushrooms are one of nature's most versatile, diverse, and health-promoting foods. Their unique umami flavor and meaty texture make them a delicious addition to many plant-based dishes and the perfect vegan meat substitute. You can prepare mushrooms in a variety of ways to satisfy your craving for satiating and savory plant-based meals. And, if you don’t love the flavor or texture of mushrooms, we have tips on how you can still receive their health benefits without eating them whole. Plus, you’ll get seven scrumptious vegan mushroom recipes that are bound to bring more fungi into your life.

Nutritional yeast, aka “nooch,” has gone from weird hippie health supplement to culinary darling in recent years. Some vegans and plant-based eaters view it as an essential condiment, without which life itself would be too bland to contemplate. Others are still getting to know this amazing ingredient. Regardless of your current state of nooch savviness, here are some nutritional yeast recipes and ideas to help you make the most of this healthy, flavorful food.