Side Dishes & Veggies

This simple, yet delicious, side dish comes together quickly so it is perfect for mid-week meals.  When lightly tossed with sesame oil, it pairs perfectly with Asian-inspired dishes like this Seared Sesame Tuna with Mixed Greens.

In addition, this flavorful dish goes well with everything from roasted chicken breasts to pan-seared pork chops.

Ingredients

2 heads fresh broccoli, washed and florets removed (stalks and stems reserved for another use) or 2 12 oz. bags of frozen broccoli florets
2 T. water
3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced
2 T. olive oil, divided Continue reading

One of the great things about whole food cooking is how beautiful the results can be. These elegant tri-color roasted carrots are incredibly sweet and tasty and they provide a nice splash of color that makes any main dish appear more appetizing.

Yield: 6 servings
Total Prep Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

1½ lbs. tri-color carrots, washed and patted dry
2 T. olive oil
2 t. kosher salt
3 T. fresh thyme, stems removed

Directions

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