While the pasta is boiling, make one of these healthy vegetable sides to go along with your meal.
From sauteed veggies to quick salads, these recipes are on the table in 15 minutes or less.
Creamy pine nuts and salty Parmesan cheese added at the end balance the flavors.
Photo: Jason Donnelly
Zucchini & Mushroom Saute
Serve this simple side dish with grilled turkey burgers.
Other fresh herbs, like thyme or oregano, work well too.
Greens with Parmesan Vinaigrette
Make a simple vinaigrette more interesting with freshly grated Parmesan.
Match them with mellower-flavored greens, such as red leaf lettuce, baby spinach or even Boston lettuce.
Made with a simple sauce, it highlights the fresh vegetables as the stars of the show.
When pea shoots aren’t in season, try this same stir-fry with fresh watercress or spinach.
The sturdy leaves of mature spinach hold up best during cooking.
It’s great with pizza or as a light side salad.
Easy Steamed Zucchini
This foolproof way to cook zucchini is also the easiest and fastest.
Toss with a little pesto for extra flavor.
Charred Sugar Snap Peas with Sesame-Chili Sauce
This super-quick vegetable side dish comes together in no time.
