Cooking Veggies with Herbs

Veggie Recipes

Creamy Italian Herb Cucumber Salad

A cool, tangy side dish with creamy mayo and zesty dressing.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 large cucumbers, sliced thin
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Italian dressing
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tsp dill weed
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp red onion, thin sliced (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Slice cucumbers and pat dry with paper towel. In a bowl, mix mayo, Italian dressing, parsley, dill, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Add cucumbers (and onion if using). Toss until coated. Chill 20–30 minutes before serving.

EXTRA HERB IDEAS:

  • Chives for mild onion flavor
  • Basil for sweeter Italian taste
  • Oregano for stronger savory flavor

Make It Lighter: Use half mayo & half plain Greek yogurt.

Great With: Grilled chicken, burgers, sandwiches, or Buffalo-style chicken rice.

Garlic Herb Roasted Veggie Medley

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 zucchini, sliced
  • 2 yellow squash, sliced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp parsley
  • ½ tsp rosemary
  • Salt & pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

Toss vegetables with oil, garlic, and herbs.

Spread on baking sheet.

Roast at 425°F for 25–30 min, stirring halfway.

Serve warm.

Great with chicken, fish, or rice bowls.

Skillet Butter Herb Vegetables

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 squash, sliced
  • 2 carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dill
  • 1 tsp parsley
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

Heat butter & oil in skillet.

Add carrots first (cook 5 min).

Add zucchini and squash.

Season and sauté until tender.

Perfect side dish for steak or pork.

Lemon Herb Garden Veggies

INGREDIENTS:

  • Zucchini, squash, carrots sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp parsley
  • Salt & pepper

INSTRUCTIONS: 

Roast or sauté vegetables, then finish with fresh lemon juice.

Bright fresh summer flavor.

Parmesan Herb Baked Vegetables

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 zucchini
  • 2 squash
  • 2 carrots
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic powder
  • Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:

Toss vegetables with oil and seasoning.

Bake at 400°F for 25 min.

Sprinkle parmesan last 5 min.

Restaurant-style side dish.

My Favorite Combo:

Zucchini, squash, carrots, garlic, thyme & parmesan.