27 Healthy Vegetable Recipes That Taste as Good as They Look
Vegetables are important and most of us don’t get enough of them! The Dietary Guidelines recommend that adults eat 2-3 cups of vegetables per day, aiming for a variety over the course of days and weeks. The good news is that with these veggie-loaded recipes, you’ll have no trouble hitting the recommendations and you might even be able to surpass them. Say goodbye to bland vegetables and hello to meals youโll actually look forward to eating!
Pepper Steak Stir Fry

This easy pepper and steak stir fry recipe, comes together in just 30 minutes and itโs better than takeout! Itโs got everything I look for in a meal (from both a nutrition and an enjoyment standpoint): carbs, veggies, protein, and FLAVOR!
Get the Recipe: Pepper Steak Stir Fry.
Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet

Taco night has never been so tasty! This dish is as easy as can be and is loaded with cheesy ground turkey, black beans, corn, and plenty of taco toppings to make a one-dish meal that can fill up a hungry family. You can have this quick meal on the table in just about 15 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet.
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Serve up a batch of these air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites and youโll be shocked at how fast a platter of vegetables will be eaten! Not only is this recipe incredibly easy to make and quick to cook, but itโs also an incredibly delicious way to eat cauliflower, and make a great addition to game day spreads.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Cauliflower Bites.
Feel-Good Minestrone

Youโll love this healthy soup recipe! Loaded with vegetables (8 different ones to be exact) and beans (3 different types) this minestrone soup simmers away in a rich tomato broth and is both hearty and healthy at the same time. Itโs cozy, comforting, delicious, and nutritious on a cold day or chilly night.
Get the Recipe: Minestrone Soup.
Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili

This slow cooker butternut squash chili recipe is exactly what you need to make the next time you find yourself craving something nutritious, delicious, and super filling. It has a delicious sweet and savory flavor and is easily customizable when served with a variety of toppings.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili.
Cowboy Caviar

Don’t tell the party guests that this bean dip is secretly super-nutritious – it is bound to be gobbled up based on flavor alone! Made with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, two types of beans, and a tangy dressing, it’s hard to stop eating this dip! Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a scoopable snack that everyone always adores.
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Easy Haricots Verts

If you are looking for a simple but elegant Thanksgiving side dish then these haricots verts (French green beans) are for you! These thin and tender green beans have a mild flavor and are a welcome side dish among heavier and richer options.
Get the Recipe: Easy Haricots Verts.
Easy Udon Noodles

Save your time and money on a busy weeknight. These easy udon noodles taste even better than takeout! Made with snow peas, broccoli, and peppers, this pan-fried noodle dish is loaded with veggies and flavor. Naturally vegetarian, you could add some protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu if desired.
Get the Recipe: Easy Udon Noodles.
Taco Salad

If you love a classic taco salad, you will always be happy to see this recipe on the menu. It’s quick, easy, and always hits the spot. Ground beef cooks super fast, making it a great weeknight option. Put out all of the salad components and let everyone make their own salad.
Get the Recipe: Easy Taco Salad.
Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad

When youโre in the mood for a salad thatโs incredibly delicious, fun to eat, and super nutritious, this garbanzo bean salad is what youโre going to want to make! Made with crunchy and fresh veggies, satisfying garbanzo beans, and a homemade vinaigrette, this salad can be prepped ahead for quick and healthy lunches or served as a side dish to your favorite protein.
Get the Recipe: Garbanzo Bean Salad.
Easy Napa Cabbage Slaw

This crunchy napa cabbage slaw recipe is the best coleslaw! Crunchy napa cabbage is studded with blue cheese crumbles and tossed in an easy and flavorful vinaigrette dressing. This easy coleslaw recipe takes just 15 minutes to make and 8 easy ingredients that you probably already have.
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Dumpling Soup

Save your money and skip the takeout because you can make this delicious and easy dumpling soup at home in just 15 minutes. Frozen dumplings cook in a garlic and ginger broth and spinach wilts in the last few minutes of cooking for a light, but satisfying soup. Top with chili crisp oil and sesame oil for more flavor.
Get the Recipe: Dumpling Soup.
Hot Honey Glazed Brussels Sprouts

These oven-roasted Brussels sprouts are tender, sweet, savory, and have a bit of a slow burn from the hot honey โ they are absolutely delicious and quickly became our favorite way to enjoy Brussels sprouts. They are easy and made with simple ingredients, but worthy of your holiday tables, too.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Glazed Brussels Sprouts.
Shrimp Fajitas

Not only is this meal nutritious and delicious, but itโs also totally easy to make, making it a great option for weeknight dinners. Shrimp is seasoned with a homemade fajita seasoning blend and cooks with bell peppers, onions, and garlic for maximum flavor. Put out a bunch of fresh toppings like lettuce, pico de Gallo, and sour cream and let everyone build their own fajita.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Fajitas.
Big Mac Salad

Skip the drive-thru and get the flavor you crave, at home. This recipe has Big Mac-inspired flavor in each bite, but with a lighter and fresher flavor. Serve with fries for a delicious and nutritious main course dinner salad.
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Penne Pomodoro

If you have 25 minutes, you can make this incredibly easy and tasty homemade pomodoro sauce. This quick and easy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and it has so much flavor that itโs hard to believe that itโs ready in just 30 minutes. This sauce uses high-quality ingredients and lets the classic Italian flavors shine in the best way possible.
Get the Recipe: Penne Pomodoro.
Elote in a Cup (Mexican Street Corn Salad)

Elote in a cup, or esquites, is Mexican street food and if you’re a corn-lover, you’re going to want to serve this at any Mexican-inspired meal. Roasted corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and tajin give this dish a fresh flavor that everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Elote in a Cup (Mexican Street Corn)
Lemon Kale Salad

This easy lemon kale salad recipe is made with crunchy lacinato kale, a bright lemon dressing, and extra flavor from crunchy panko and shredded Parmesan cheese. After my cousin brought this kale salad to Thanksgiving one year, it was requested year after year โ itโs that good! You can make this delicious salad ahead of time so that you arenโt adding extra work to your meal. Just keep the dressing to the side and mix it in right before serving.
Get the Recipe: Kale Salad.
Chicken Fajita Quesadilla

Made from simple ingredients, this quesadilla fajita is incredibly flavorful and has everything you need in a meal: protein, produce, carbs, and flavor. Itโs a great weeknight meal option too since you can have it on the table in 30 minutes. Serve with fresh toppings or black beans on the side.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Fajita Quesadilla.
Ground Pork Stir Fry

Stir fry dinners always makes a great busy night meal option. This recipe starts with ground pork and adds mushrooms, spinach and the yummiest peanut butter sauce for a filling meal that is flavorful and comes together fast for a great family-style meal.
Get the Recipe: Ground Pork Stir Fry.
Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli

This one is a crowd-pleaser and a family favorite! Orecchiette pasta is tossed with tender broccoli and hearty chunks of sausage to make a meal that looks as good as it tastes. You might even have everything you need to make this orecchiette pasta dish in your kitchen already, itโs made with just five simple ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli.
Dinner-Worthy Snack Board

Who says you can’t have a mini charcuterie board for dinner! This snack board has such a delicious assortment of deli meats, cheese, fresh fruit, and veggies. It has all of the variety we look for in a meal, with minimal prep.
Get the Recipe: Dinner Worthy Snack Board.
Southwest Salad

The classic southwest salad gets a modern makeover! Greens are topped with spiced chickpeas, tomatoes, grilled chicken, sharp cheddar, guacamole, and tortilla chips so that each bite is full of flavor. You can make a few of the components ahead for an even quicker meal.
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Moo Shu Shrimp

This moo shu shrimp recipe has everything youโre looking for in a weeknight meal. Itโs nutritious, itโs fast (just 20 minutes), and itโs totally delicious. With classic moo shu flavors, this easy stir-fy is quick and easy to make at home. Serve over rice or with a warmed tortilla as a nod to moo shu wraps.
Get the Recipe: Moo Shu Shrimp.
Easy Salmon Caesar Salad

This simple Caesar salmon salad is a quick and delicious meal thatโs perfect for busy weeknights. You can have it on the dinner table in just about 30 minutes, and the whole family is sure to enjoy it! Pair with freshly baked bread or a bowl of soup for a filling and tasty meal that is ready in a flash.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Caesar Salad.
Ground Turkey Stir Fry

This easy recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and is loaded with protein, veggies, and a flavorful sweet and savory stir-fry sauce thatโs made with pantry staples! Ground turkey and broccoli florets cook together and then get major flavor from the sauce. Serve over rice and dinner is ready.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stir Fry.
Air Fryer Broccoli

This is the food that comes out of my air fryer most frequently and you won’t believe how fast it disappears. You can have it on the table in under ten minutes and itโs so flavorful even non-veggie eaters will love it!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Broccoli.