Crave-Worthy Veggies: 13 Side Dishes

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Prepare for a veggie revolution that will blow your taste buds away! Say goodbye to dull, uninspiring vegetables and get ready to fall head over heels for these 13 crave-worthy side dishes that will transform your love for greens into a full-blown obsession.

Purple cabbage steaks roasted until crispy in the air fryer on a plate.
Air Fryer Cabbage Steaks. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Portobello Fries

Battered portobello mushroom fries on a plate garnished with parsley.
Portobello Fries. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Attention mushroom lovers! These pan-fried battered portobello fries are a fun way to enjoy mushrooms that doesn’t require stuffing. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for a side dish you’ll love.
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Crispy Asparagus Fries

Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries on a rack.
Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Healthy baked asparagus fries are a taste of spring in every bite. Served with a tangy lemon dijon dipping sauce, these crunchy stalks transform asparagus into a fun veggie everyone will love!
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Zucchini Chips

Zucchini chips without breading made in the air fryer in a bowl on a wooden plate.
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These garlic flavored air fryer zucchini chips are crispy and addicting! With no breading, this recipe comes together quickly and easily for a delicious healthier snack, appetizer or side dish.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Chips

Crispy Garlic Cabbage Steaks

Purple cabbage steaks roasted until crispy in the air fryer on a plate.
Air Fryer Cabbage Steaks. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Air fryer cabbage will quickly become your new favorite way to eat it. Simply seasoned with garlic, onion and salt, these cabbage steaks come out perfectly tender with crispy edges when cooked in the air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Garlic Cabbage Steaks

Crispy Okra Fries

Spiced air fryer okra fries served with a yogurt dip on a plate with fresh parsley.
Air Fryer Okra Fries. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Air fryer okra is the BEST way to enjoy this often overlooked vegetable. The air fryer turns what many refer to as a “slimy” texture into crispy, crunchy okra fries. This recipe will have you falling in love with okra!
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Crispy Seasoned Broccoli Florets

Frozen broccoli florets roasted on an air fryer tray.
Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Keeping frozen broccoli on hand is a great option for an easy side dish but no one enjoys eating it as mush! This air fryer frozen broccoli recipe results in crispy seasoned broccoli florets everyone will love! It’s easy, quick and will instantly become a favorite.
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Salt and Vinegar Popcorn Cauliflower

Salt and vinegar popcorn cauliflower in a newspaper covered bowl.
Salt and Vinegar Popcorn Cauliflower. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

If you love popcorn shrimp and salt and vinegar chips, you’ll love this salt and vinegar popcorn cauliflower. Just as addictive but a lot healthier.
Get the Recipe: Salt and Vinegar Popcorn Cauliflower

Roasted Turnips with Chive Butter Sauce

Crispy roasted turnips with chive butter sauce on a white plate.
Roasted Turnips with Chive Butter Sauce. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These oven roasted turnips are perfectly crispy and served with a melted butter and fresh chive sauce to drizzle on top. A simple yet delicious side dish that’s the perfect alternative to potatoes.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Turnips with Chive Butter Sauce

Garlic Balsamic Roasted Asparagus & Potatoes

Garlic Balsamic Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes in a white baking dish.
Garlic Balsamic Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This easy side dish of oven roasted potatoes and asparagus is made all on one baking sheet with garlic balsamic seasoning. Perfect for weeknight meals or even holiday feasts!
Get the Recipe: Garlic Balsamic Roasted Asparagus & Potatoes

Roasted Radishes with Rosemary and Honey

Rosemary honey roasted radishes on a plate with dipping sauce.
Roasted Radishes with Rosemary and Honey. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These oven roasted radishes with rosemary and honey are a simple way to prepare radishes and mellow out their intense flavor. A great spring side dish!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Radishes with Rosemary and Honey

Roasted Pesto Potatoes

Pesto potatoes on a blue plate.
Roasted Pesto Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These easy roasted pesto potatoes with optional crumbled bacon make the best simple side dish that goes perfectly with any meat or fish dinner.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Pesto Potatoes

Buffalo Cauliflower Steaks

Buffalo cauliflower streaks with blue cheese coleslaw on a plate.
Buffalo Cauliflower Steaks. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These roasted buffalo cauliflower steaks are topped with a creamy blue cheese coleslaw. Enjoy the flavor of buffalo sauce without the meat.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Cauliflower Steaks

Bruschetta Hummus Stuffed Zucchini

Bruschetta hummus stuffed zucchini boats in a glass baking dish.
Bruschetta Hummus Stuffed Zucchini. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This hummus stuffed zucchini is topped with a simple bruschetta and toasted panko basil crumb. It’s the perfect side dish to enjoy all summer.
Get the Recipe: Bruschetta Hummus Stuffed Zucchini

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