All Occasion Sides - Dilled Carrots, Yellow Rice and Greens, and Grilled Vegetables
Meal Time - about 30 minutes / Serves 4
Cooking Sequence
- Preheat grill or oven, if using; begin to cook entree - 10 minutes
- Prepare selected side or sides - time varies
- Warm bread or rolls, toss salad, and serve - 10 minutes
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Dilled Carrots
Ingredients
1 (12-ounce) bag fresh microwaveable baby carrots
2 tablespoons water
2–3 sprigs fresh dill (rinsed)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Steps
1. Place carrots and water in microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on HIGH 5–7 minutes or until desired tenderness. Meanwhile, chop dill finely (1 teaspoon).
2. Melt butter in small saucepan on medium-high; stir in syrup. Bring mixture to a boil; then remove from heat.
3. Stir in dill. Add carrots and toss until evenly coated; serve immediately.
CALORIES (per 1/4 recipe) 90kcal; FAT 6g; CHOL 15mg;
SODIUM 70mg; CARB 10g; FIBER 2g; PROTEIN 1g;
VIT A 240%; VIT C 15%; CALC 4%; IRON 4%
Yellow Rice and Greens
Ingredients
1/4 cup roasted red peppers with oregano/garlic
1 medium red onion (rinsed)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 ounces pre-sliced mushrooms (rinsed)
1/4 cup white wine or vermouth
1 (8.5-ounce) pouch pre-cooked rice and vegetable medley
1 bag baby salad greens (4-7 oz)
Steps
1. Cut peppers into 1/4-inch-thick strips. Cut onion in half; discard ends and peel. Chop one-half onion coarsely (reserve other half for another). Preheat large sauté pan on medium-high 2–3 minutes.
2. Place butter in pan; swirl to coat. Add mushrooms, onions, and peppers; cook 3–4 minutes, stirring often, or until onions begin to brown.
3. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and cook 3 minutes, stirring often, or until rice is hot and greens are tender. Serve.
CALORIES (per 1/4 recipe) 150kcal; FAT 4.5g; CHOL 10mg;
SODIUM 310mg; CARB 21g; FIBER 3g; PROTEIN 4g;
VIT A 70%; VIT C 45%; CALC 4%; IRON 10%
Grilled Vegetables
Ingredients
1 medium red onion
2 medium yellow squash
1 medium zucchini
2 medium bell peppers
4–5 fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Steps
1. Preheat grill. Rinse all vegetables and basil.
2. Peel onion; cut onion, squash, and zucchini into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cut peppers into quarters; remove and discard seeds. Chop basil leaves finely (2 tablespoons).
3. Combine all ingredients (except sugar) in medium bowl; toss until well coated. Place vegetables in single layer on grill; cook 3–4 minutes on each side or until desired tenderness. Remove from grill; sprinkle with sugar, if desired. Serve.
CALORIES (per 1/4 recipe) 100kcal; FAT 7g; CHOL 0mg;
SODIUM 150mg; CARB 10g; FIBER 3g; PROTEIN 2g;
VIT A 25%; VIT C 180%; CALC 2%; IRON 4%
Utensils & Cookware
- grill, grilling tongs
- large sauté pan with lid
- small saucepan
- microwave-safe bowl with lid
- medium bowl
- cooking spoons
- knife and cutting board
- measuring utensils
Shortcuts & Tips
When using fresh herbs, always chop or mince first and then measure. This way you’re sure to have the correct amount of flavor.
Recipe Version 06/07-0031