These Veggie Recipes Are So Good, You’ll Forget They’re Healthy

Vegetables don’t have to be an afterthought or obligation. They can be a delicious and nutritious addition to your meals. Given that most Americans don’t eat enough veggies, I’m always looking for yummy ways to incorporate them into all of our meals – in ways the whole family will enjoy.

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

A platter of celery and carrots with dip and buffalo cauliflower. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Serve up a batch of these air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites and you’ll 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 it’s also an incredibly delicious way to eat cauliflower, and make a great addition to game day spreads.

Get the Recipe: Buffalo Cauliflower Bites.

Traditional Greek Cucumber Salad

This Greek cucumber salad features crunchy vegetables, olives, and feta cheese. Not only does it taste amazing, but it’s good for you too. This salad is a perfect companion for any of your favorite Mediterranean meals or pair it with some pita bread and hummus for a vegetarian meal.

Get the Recipe: Greek Cucumber Salad.

Cowboy Caviar

Don’t tell anyone that this bean dip salad 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 salad that everyone always adores.

Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar.

Lemon Kale Salad

A salad made of kale, lemons and bread crumbs. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This simple salad is made with thinly shredded kale, a bright lemon dressing, and parmesan cheese. Add some crunchy panko breadcrumbs to the top for a dish that the whole family will devour. It comes together in minutes and makes a great accompaniment to any main.

Get the Recipe: Lemon Kale Salad.

Easy Haricots Verts

A plate of green beans with lemons on the side. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

If you are looking for a simple side that goes with everything, these haricots verts (French green beans) are for you! These thin and tender green beans have a mild flavor and are my favorite.

Get the Recipe: Easy Haricots Verts.

Spinach Salad with Bacon Dressing

A plate of salad loaded with onions, dressing and bacon. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

A classic spinach salad with hot bacon dressing makes the most colorful and delicious salad. It is rich and delicious, but not super heavy.

Get the Recipe: Spinach Salad With Bacon Dressing.

Easy Napa Cabbage Slaw

Whenever I make this slaw, I’m always asked for the recipe and my family has been making it for decades! Crunchy napa cabbage, a zippy vinaigrette, and blue cheese make for flavorful bites!

Get the Recipe: Easy Napa Cabbage Slaw.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Slaw

This shaved Brussels sprouts slaw is so easy to make and always a hit. Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cilantro, and pistachios are combined with a tasty homemade vinaigrette dressing. It’s healthy, delicious, and stands up to the dressing making it a great salad to prep ahead.

Get the Recipe: Shaved Brussels Sprouts Slaw.

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 it’s so flavorful even non-veggie eaters will love it!

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Broccoli.

Elote in a Cup (Mexican Street Corn)

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 Salad)

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

You’ll love this Greek orzo pasta salad with bright, fresh flavors and satisfying, salty bites! It’s made with classic Greek ingredients like crunchy and crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, salty feta, and fresh dill. Everything is tossed with tender pasta and a red wine vinaigrette for a salad that’s utterly delicious.

Get the Recipe: Greek Orzo Salad.

Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad

When you’re in the mood for a salad that’s incredibly delicious, fun to eat, and super nutritious, this garbanzo bean salad is what you’re 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.