Veggie Side Acts That Just Might Steal Your Dinner Show

These are 11 of the best veggie recipes that even non-vegetarians will love.
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11 of the best veggie recipes that even non-vegetarians will love.

Asparagus Flatbread
As soon as this flatbread comes out of the oven, it's guaranteed to disappear. Get the recipe.

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Whole Roasted Carrots
Cumin and mint give it a Moroccan flair, and the roasted onions add sweetness. Get the recipe.

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Crispy Green Bean Fries
They're easy, satisfying and not at all bad for you. Get the recipe.

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Spicy Whole Roasted Cauliflower
An amazingly delicious dish that's as dramatic in presentation as it is easy in preparation. Get the recipe.

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Coconut Creamed Spinach
Swap cream with coconut milk for a healthier spinach dish that's just as tasty as the calorie-loaded original. Get the recipe.

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Home-Style Rice and Beans
Big flavor with minimal effort. Tomatoes, veggies and spices beef up the side dish that's a dream paired with tacos or enchiladas. Get the recipe.

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Falafel Patties
Nothing beats homemade chickpea fritters. We sauté ours to make them a tad more nutritious. Get the recipe.

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Savory Monkey Bread
Making it is as easy as slicing bread (literally), and the taste is infinitely adaptable (mozzarella today, Swiss tomorrow). Get the recipe.

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Gnocchi Mac and Cheese
Jeans and tees. Chips and guac. Will and Jada. Some pairings just make sense. Get the recipe.

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Spicy Carrot Salad
The heat source is harissa, a North African chile paste (which you can find in your grocery store's condiments section). Get the recipe.

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Spicy Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Toss the sprouts with sweet honey and spicy hot sauce and roast them until caramelized. Mmmmm. Get the recipe.

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