Creamed Spinach

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties

This won’t taste as gooey and rich as the restaurant creamed spinach that is full of cream cheese and Parmesan but it’s really so…

Roasted Onion Strings (Really, Healthy Onion Strings!)

Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

When you roast Vidalia onions they bring up a really nice, sweetness. When you are on a diet, traditional onion strings are out…

Roasted or Grilled Asparagus

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

A great side dish with any meal.

Broiled Tomatoes

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

The broiling of a tomato lends a special sweetness to it. The garlic adds an Italian zing. Serve with any simple grilled, baked,…

Sweet Pepper Sauté

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides

This recipe was submitted by Plan Z dieter Judy. She served these veggies at a dinner party with steak and it was a big hit.…

Roasted Peppers and Onions

Z2-Sides

Just add your choice of protein and you have a great stir-fry.

Roasted Green Beans

Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

Roasted green beans are easy to make. Super easy!

Steakhouse Tomato Side Dish

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This dish pairs perfectly with a simply grilled steak. You can serve it with any meat but the tomato/onion combo works very well.

Tangy Coleslaw

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads,ZS-Zola to Go

Makes a great side dish with Zola's "Almost" Fried Chicken! Travels well for Zola To GO! and lasts for days in the refrigerator.

Zippy Roasted Peppers

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

The time it takes to roast the peppers will bring out the heat in the cracked pepper so be prepared for a spicy hot dish. Just a…

“Creamy” Coleslaw

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads

Great for your summer barbecue.

Marinated Tomato and Artichoke Salad

Z2-Salads,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Marinate with your favorite Plan Z Dressing. I use the balsamic-pesto dressing or anything on the Italian side will work.

Sauteed Apples

Z2-Desserts,Z2-Sides

If you use it as a side on ZReduction you will still eat your veggie but you won’t eat dessert. This is like eating dessert…

Lemon Pepper Cream Gravy

ZS-Holiday,Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties

The lemon pepper cream tastes particularly delightful with chicken or turkey. It makes it very special.

Tomato & Onion Salad with Balsamic-Pesto Dressing

Z2-Salads,Z2-Sides

Because you cannot have oil on ZReduction I have made this dressing to mimic what you’d get in a large steakhouse.

Cucumber Melon Relish

Z2-Sauces & Dressings,Z2-Sides

This side dish goes really well with any type of fish.

Indian asparagus

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

Another simple yet delicious side to brighten up any dish.

Shallot Onion Rings

Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sides

My husband loves these so much he asks for them probably 4 times a week and has even begun making them himself! They taste every…