2 easy non-starchy veggie recipes

People who eat at home more often are more likely to eat fewer carbs, less sugar, and fewer calories than those who eat out. But that doesn’t help solve the problem of what to make for dinner!

Try adding one of these low-carb veggie sides to the menu. Serve with your family’s favorite protein like grilled chicken or fish. Add a small serving of a whole grain like brown rice or quinoa. And voilà! You’ve made yourself a delicious balanced meal.

A bowl filled with roasted cauliflower florets, golden and crispy, placed on a textured cloth with a subtle pattern in the background.
Cauliflower popcorn
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Serving Size ½ cup

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Ingredients

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425° F. Cut cauliflower into florets about the size of a ping-pong ball. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil and spread onto a baking sheet. Bake for around an hour, tossing every 15 minutes or so. Remove when cauliflower has turned golden brown.

Nutrition

(per serving)
  • 157 Calories
  • 14g Total Fat
  • 2g Saturated Fat
  • 43mg Sodium
  • 0mg Cholesterol
  • 8g Total Carbs
  • 4g Fiber
  • 3g Sugars
  • 3g Protein
  • 439mg Potassium
The concept of healthy food broccoli puree in a white bowl.
Garlic broccoli mash
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Serving Size ½ cup

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Ingredients

Preparation

Steam the broccoli according to package instructions. Meanwhile, add oil to a small saucepan and heat over a medium flame. Sauté garlic until it becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds. Drain broccoli of any water and place in food processor. Add garlic, olive oil, and vegetable broth. Blend in food processor until smooth.

Nutrition

(per serving)
  • 117 Calories
  • 7g Total Fat
  • 1g Saturated Fat
  • 37mg Sodium
  • 0mg Cholesterol
  • 9g Total Carbs
  • 5g Fiber
  • 3g Sugars
  • 5g Protein
  • 423mg Potassium

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