Enjoy the bounty of the fall and winter months with these amazing Nutrient-Dense Holiday Sides!
Scalloped Turnips
These Scalloped Turnips are a nutrient-dense version of the beloved classic, scalloped potatoes. Plus, we use cauliflower and broth for sauce.
Maple-Braised Butternut Squash
Maple-Braised Butternut Squash has a subtle sweetness of maple syrup and the earthiness of fresh herbs.
Eggplant and Mushroom Stuffing with Bacon
Eggplant and Mushroom Stuffing with Bacon makes a unique nutrient-dense stuffing alternative compared to traditional bread-based stuffing – in this recipe the bread is replaced with veggies!
Mashed Acorn Squash with Forty Cloves of Garlic
Mashed Acorn Squash with Forty Cloves of Garlic doesn’t use exactly forty cloves—just a lot and they become mildly sweet when roasted.
Cauliflower Gravy
This cauliflower gravy is nutrient dense because it uses a cruciferous vegetable rather than starch to thicken it.
Butter-Poached Kohlrabi
Butter-Poached Kohlrabi is a simple yet unexpected side dish that goes with just about anything and is especially nice with fish.
Braised Chard
It doesn’t get much simpler or more nutrient dense (with a Nutrivore Score of 1706!) than this recipe for Braised Chard.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a superior source of vitamin A and a wealth of micronutrients, carbs, and fiber. They pair well with any protein.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
The big secret to making tasty Brussels sprouts is any cooking technique besides boiling, and roasted is best!
Root Vegetable Casserole
This Root Vegetable Casserole recipe is a Nutrivore take on a vegetable side dish reminiscent of Thanksgiving.
Cinnamon Butternut Squash and Plantain with Apple
This Cinnamon Butternut Squash and Plantain with Apple is a simple and versatile side dish that goes great with pork.
