Side dishes, 500 or fewer calories Recetas

Copper Carrots

Arroz A La Mexicana

Yakimeshi

Yakimeshi

Fig chutney

Fig chutney

Mexican Rice Pilaf

Generally, Mexican cooks make this rice with fresh tomatoes, but ever the corner-cutter, I use petite diced, drained.

Asparagus with Lemon Sauce

This fulfilled my need to go beyond that same old, same old steamed asparagus. The lip-smacking sauce is just lemony-perfect. Inspired by…

Sweet Zucchini Pickles

Too many zucchini - what to do? A recipe by Chuck Allen (Palm Springs) caught my eye. Expectations are high from this retired chef, so he takes this…

Incredible, Skinny Roasted Garlic Mashers

This recipe is it! These are one of my favorite ways to make mashed potatoes. And for garlic lovers, a dream…

corn fritters

courtesy julia moskins cook fight ny times

Eggplant Szechuan-style

Year of the Rooster ! A most Happy and Prosperous and Fortunate New Year to all my Chinese friends! Many years ago - too many - I got a recipe…

Dirty Rice with Andouille Sausage

This is a great recipe for potlucks or holidays. I have substituted andouille sausage for gizzards.

Cheese and Potato Nests

courtesy: the little paris kitchen by rachel khoo

Steamed Green Beans with Lemon & Dill

Delightfully easy and refreshing, these lemon-laced green beans compliment chicken, pork, beef or vegetarian…

Brown & Wild Rice Stuffed Squash

A healthy and delectable alternative to traditional stuffing, Brown & Wild Rice Stuffed Squash by the…

Thai Black Bean & Corn Salad or Salsa

Use as a side to grilled meats or fish, as a main dish luncheon salad, or as a salsa with chips to dip.…