Vegetable side dishes
Find practical recipes built around familiar ingredients. Check each recipe for portions, preparation and allergens.
RecipeMaple-roasted beets & carrots
A colourful roasted vegetable side with a light maple glaze and thyme.
RecipeSouthern-style green beans
Slow-simmered green beans with onion, a little bacon and savoury stock.
RecipeCreamy potato & carrot mash
A soft vegetable mash with a little butter and milk, ideal alongside beans or roast dishes.
RecipeCoconut vegetable brown rice with honey pecans
Brown rice cooked with coconut milk and vegetables, finished with a small crunchy pecan topping.
RecipeShepherd’s-style pie with lemony green beans
A turkey and vegetable pie topped with mash, with lemon green beans alongside.
RecipeGreen beans with brown butter & almond crumbs
Green beans with nutty butter, garlic and a crisp almond-breadcrumb topping.
RecipeMaple turkey with sesame green beans & carrots
Roasted turkey breast with a light maple glaze and a sesame vegetable side.
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Updated October 29, 2026 · Practical guidance