Best 6 Colorful Vegetable Medley Side Dish Recipes

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**Colorful Vegetable Medley Side Dish: A Symphony of Flavors and Nutrients**

Feast your eyes and palate on a vibrant medley of vegetables, meticulously selected for their contrasting colors, textures, and flavors. This side dish is not just a feast for the senses but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. From the earthy sweetness of roasted carrots to the crisp crunch of broccoli florets, each vegetable contributes its unique charm to create a harmonious symphony of flavors. Whether you're looking for a healthy and delectable accompaniment to your main course or a nutritious and colorful addition to your lunch bowl, this vegetable medley is sure to impress. With variations ranging from a classic roasted medley to a zesty lemon-herb medley, there's a recipe for every taste and occasion. Get ready to elevate your meals with this delightful and wholesome side dish!

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ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This flavorful and easy to make Roasted Vegetable Medley is the perfect vegetable side dish for your chicken, pork, or beef dinners! The colorful assortment of veggies can be cooked until tender, or crispy and caramelized. Whichever way you like them best!

Provided by Angela

Categories     Dinner Recipes     Side Dish     vegetable side dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb brussel sprouts ((washed, trimmed and halved))
3 large carrots ((washed, peeled (optional), and cut into 2 inch long strips - halved or quartered depending on thickness))
2 large parsnips ((washed, peeled (optional), and cut into 2 inch long strips - halved or quartered depending on thickness))
3 whole beets ((washed and trimmed, halved and then cut into bite size chunks))
1 Tbsp garlic ((finely minced or thinly sliced))
2 Tbsp olive oil ((extra virgin))
2 tsp thyme ((fresh or dried thyme))
1 tsp rosemary ((fresh or dried rosemary))
1/2 tsp each, salt & pepper ((to taste))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, if desired.
  • Wash and prep vegetables (brussel sprouts, carrots, parsnips, beets, and garlic), then place them onto your prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and add seasoning (salt, pepper, thyme and rosemary). Toss until evenly coated with the olive oil and seasoning.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) or until the vegetables are tender when forked and they have reached your desired level of tenderness. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 169 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SAUTEED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups mixed blanched and refreshed vegetables, such as broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, carrot rounds, green beans, or radish quarters, procedure follows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons water
Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss vegetables together in a medium bowl.
  • In a medium saute pan, heat the butter and water together over medium heat. Add the vegetables to the pan and turn the heat to medium high. Toss the vegetables, by gently moving the pan back and forth over the flame. Cook the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes, or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl and serve immediately.
  • Cook the vegetables in 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or butter, without the water. Do this over high heat and brown and crisp the vegetables slightly.
  • Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, minced shallot, a teaspoon of grated peeled fresh ginger to the pan before adding the vegetables. - Enhance the vegetables at the end of cooking with a tablespoon or so of minced fresh herbs, like chopped flat-leaf parsley, dill, mint, basil, cilantro, or thyme.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it generously. Fill a large bowl with ice water, and put a colander or strainer in it. Add the vegetable to the boiling water and cook, uncovered, until crisp tender, or the desired degree of doneness. Scoop the vegetable from the water and immediately put them in the ice water, to stop the cooking and set their color. Cool and drain, and use as desired. When blanching a mix of vegetables, don't cook them together since they may not all cook at the same time. Start with the lightest colored or mildest flavored vegetable, and blanch and refresh each vegetable, one after the other, until cooked as desired.

ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This colorful dish has the perfect blend of sweet and savory. It is simple to prepare and can be served as a side dish, salad, or light meal. Feel free to substitute whatever veggies and herbs you have on hand.

Provided by Lorelei

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large yam, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large parsnip, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup baby carrots
1 zucchini, cut into 1 inch slices
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
½ cup roasted red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Place the yams, parsnips, and carrots onto the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then add the zucchini and asparagus, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Continue baking until all of the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Once tender, remove from the oven, and allow to cool for 30 minutes on the baking sheet.
  • Toss the roasted peppers together with the garlic, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add the roasted vegetables, and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 256.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

FRESH CORN MEDLEY



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Your family will be sweet on this summery side dish that combines corn "off" the cob with green pepper, bacon, cheddar cheese and honey. It's just as delightful with frozen corn. -Susan Paden Mexico, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
4 cups fresh corn (about 9 ears of corn)
1/4 cup hot water
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Add the corn, water, pimientos, honey, salt and pepper., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until corn is tender. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

VEGETABLE MEDLEY PASTA SIDE DISH



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This nutritious blend of pasta and veggies makes a versatile and colorful side dish with a variety of entrees. Debbie Balta - Elizabeth, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked medium pasta shells
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained
1 small tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch and broth until smooth; set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter; add the mustard, basil and garlic powder. Gradually stir in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Drain pasta and beans; return to the Dutch oven. Add the mustard sauce and mushrooms; toss to coat. Stir in tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGETABLE MEDLEY SIDE DISH



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"My sister-in-law served this healthy vegetable dish to my husband and I," writes Betty Kleberger of Florissant, Missouri. "We liked it so much she gave me the recipe, and now I serve it in my home."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 557mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose a variety of colorful vegetables: This will ensure that your medley is not only visually appealing, but also packed with different nutrients and flavors.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes: This will help them to cook evenly.
  • Use a little bit of oil or butter to sauté the vegetables: This will help to bring out their flavor and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Add some herbs or spices to the vegetables: This will help to enhance their flavor even more.
  • Serve the vegetable medley immediately: This is when they are at their best.

Conclusion:

A colorful vegetable medley is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it can also help to boost your immune system and protect you from chronic diseases. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty side dish, give this colorful vegetable medley a try. You won't be disappointed!

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