Low-Carb Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Low-Carb Peanut Butter Protein Balls are delicious little sugar-free protein bites, designed for low-carb snacking. These easy keto treats require only three ingredients and are fun and easy to prepare.
Side Dishes & Snacks
Healthy Side dishes and snack recipes from The Roasted Root, a nutrition-focused food blog.
Garlic Butter Blistered Shishito Peppers
Garlic Butter Blistered Shishito Peppers take no more than 10 minutes to make at home! This easy, simple recipe can serve as a great appetizer or side dish to any meal.
Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs for a quick, easy, and goof-proof method for cooking eggs every time. This post includes instructions on how to make soft boiled eggs (or “jammy eggs) as well as fully-cooked hard boiled eggs in the air fryer.
Big Batch Roasted Vegetables
Big Batch Roasted Vegetables is here for those of us who love meal prepping in huge batches or who serve guests for dinner parties or special occasions. This nutritious and easy to prepare side dish makes a generous 8 to 12 servings and always receives compliments!
4-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Bars
4-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Bars are so quick and easy to make and are a lovely snack, breakfast, or healthy dessert! Vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. Put them on repeat to enjoy throughout the week.
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Garlic and Lemon
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Garlic and Lemon is a fresh, deeply flavorful vegetable side dish for your weeknight dinner, perfect for pairing with just about everything!
Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Honey
Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Butter, Garlic and Honey is an incredible side dish to any main entrée! Pair your Prime Rib, Crispy Salmon, Roast Chicken, Grilled Pork Tenderloin (and more!) with this unique and mouth-watering delicious side dish.
5-Ingredient Healthy Granola Bars
5-Ingredient Healthy Granola Bars come together quickly, and are probably the healthiest granola bar recipe you’ll ever make! Sweetened mostly with banana, these granola bars are customizable to your hearts delight.
Vegetable Fried Rice
Easy Vegetable Fried Rice that is loaded with color and variety! This tasty healthy fried rice recipe is a magnificent side dish, or – do I daresay? – main dish!
Vegan Tater Tot Casserole
Easy Vegan Tater Tot Casserole made dairy-free and gluten-free for a delightful side dish of your dreams! Recipe includes options for using regular cheese and dairy as well!
Healthy Paleo Sweet Potato Soufflé
This Paleo Sweet Potato Soufflé is airy and fluffy, infused with cinnamon and topped with an amazing crispy nutty topping. Dairy-free, refined sugar-free and a healthier take on sweet potato soufflé, this is an amazing side dish for sharing throughout the holiday season.
Caramelized Onion & Roasted Garlic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan
Caramelized Onion and Roasted Garlic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan are the picture perfect example of just how powerfully marvelous mashed potatoes can be! Level up any meal with these delicious creamy mashed potatoes as a side.
Cheesy Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole
Cheesy Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole with bacon and green onions is a savory, deliciously creamy side dish, and is amazing alongside any main dish. This easy, crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for serving guests and great for holiday gatherings.
Mediterranean Green Bean Casserole (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
This Mediterranean Green Bean Casserole features sun-dried tomatoes and kalamata olives for a rustic, romantic vibe. An excellent changeup to a familiar favorite, this fancy green bean casserole recipe is sure to WOW those who try it! Gluten-free, dairy-free, and intensely rich!
Easy Sautéed Vegetables Recipe
A complete guide to making Easy Sautéed Vegetables for a tasty, nourishing side dish to any meal! This is my daily dose of veggies that I make 9 days out of 10. Whip up a big batch and eat it throughout the day or week!