Russian Traditional Salad
This delicious recipe was submitted by Plan Z dieter Bruce. Bruce says, "We saw this sixteen years ago on a trip to visit our…
Italian Green Bean Salad
This is a fun, colorful side dish to a plain piece of meat. This goes together so fast! You can even make it in the morning and…
Sea Salt Crusted Snow Peas
You won’t ever need potato chips again.
Creole Soup (with or without protein)
This soup is super easy to make. If you are a fan of southern food this will hit the spot.
Sauteed Spinach
Since spinach is an unlimited, you can have as much as you like. It doesn't count towards your veggie portion which means you can…
Garlic Rubbed Roasted Cabbage Steaks
If you love cabbage, you are going to freak out about how good this is. All we can say about this recipe is that if you hate…
Fruit Parfait
This is a must try, a wonderfully light and healthy dessert.
Zippy Scallion Onion Salad
This recipe is designed for your barbecue needs. Of course you can eat it with anything but I had the Korean BBQ Sauce in mind…
Spinach Sauteed with Garlic and Chopped Tomato
This is quick cooking at its best…or novice cooking for those who are just discovering their talents in the kitchen.
Spicy-Sweet Green Bean Medley
Add this zippy side dish to your favorite piece of protein for a vitamin packed veggie punch.
Beefy Peppered Onions
This side dish will make just about any man’s day. Think of pairing it with a small steak or a grilled chicken breast.
Roasted Plum Tomatoes with Chinese Eggplant
Roasting the vegetables really brings out lovely caramelized flavors in the eggplant and tomatoes. Try pairing this side dish…
Roasted Cream of Asparagus Soup
It may not feel like it here in Chicago, but spring and asparagus season are just around the corner. Gear up with this flavorful…
Asian Veggie Stir Fry
This dish can be served with something as simple as a grilled steak or a baked chicken breast. If you want an American-Asian…
Asian Asparagus
This type of dinner comes together VERY quickly. The flavors of the asparagus make a very simple dinner taste fancy and pairs…
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Jalapenos
I used to HATE Brussels sprouts. I couldn't even stand the smell of them cooking. I love them now, as long as they are…
Vegetable Soup
As the weather gets colder and the nights get longer this makes a wonderful soup. Or if you get a cold while on Plan Z this might…
Oven-Roasted, Crispy Shallots
My husband goes ga-ga for these things. He loves them so much he’s even started volunteering to make them!
Snow Pea Salad
This can be served with any fish for a nice light meal.
Sauteed Swiss Chard with Peppers and Onions
This dish is full of vitamins. One cup of Swiss chard has over 700% of the vitamin K you need in one day. Over 200% of the…