Z2: ZReduction Recipes – Conquer the Crave

Zola-fied Berghoff Spinach

Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties

The Berghoff is a famous Chicago restaurant. Their creamed spinach is an institution in itself. This is my ZReduction version.

Brussels Sprouts with a Balsamic Drizzle

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

This is such a versatile side dish it goes well with any type of protein.

Roasted Fennel

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

Fennel has a distinct flavor, but when it's roasted, the flavor mellows. If you like fennel, this recipe is great, and it's very…

Dieter Brenda’s Sautéed Cabbage

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Zola to Go,ZS-Dieter Favorites

Cabbage is one of the foods that's unlimited on ZReduction, so it's the perfect food to nosh on when you're hungry between meals.…

Air Fryer Green Beans

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday,ZS-Dieter Favorites

Dieter Debbie has mastered air fried veggies on ZReduction, and shared this with the Plan Z Facebook group. It's simple, and…

Angela’s Shortcut Ratatouille

ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties,Z2-Vegetarian

When you need some serious cold weather comfort food, ratatouille hits the spot. This shortcut ratatouille-inspired recipe was…

Braised Red Cabbage

Z2-Vegetarian

For all you cabbage lovers out there, this recipe is a ZReduction take on a German classic. While you can whip this dish up in…

Healthy Orange Creamsicle

ZSpecialties,Z2-Desserts,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites

We have to thank Dieter Claire for inventing this recipe. She modified the fruit parfait recipe and developed a strawberry "ice…

Strawberry “Almost Ice Cream”

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Desserts,ZSpecialties,Z2-Beverages,ZS-Dieter Favorites

Dieter Claire invented this recipe by modifying the fruit parfait recipe and adding extra frozen strawberries. She says, "it's as…

Blistered Tomatoes

Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. I am offering up two options for grilled veggies.

Egg Drop Soup

Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Soup,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Eggs,ZSpecialties

This soup is a staple at Chinese restaurants. It is filling, delicate and delicious. Unfortunately, one of the ingredients in…

Lois’ Tomato Cucumber Herb Salad

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Salads

When brainstorming veggie ideas in the Plan Z Facebook group, dieter Lois shared this salad recipe. We tried it, and it's…

Green Apple Protein Smoothie

Z2-Beverages,Z2-Vegetarian

I am a HUGE fan of Collagen Protein so that’s what’s in here that will keep you full and focused until your next meal.

Sesame Kale

Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Salads,ZS-Holiday

This recipe was submitted by Plan Z coach, Pearl. She loves kale and makes this recipe often.

Waldorf Salad

ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Salads,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian

A traditional Waldorf salad has grapes or raisins and lots of walnuts -- but it doesn’t have to. This one worked great as a side…

Oven Roasted Okra

Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,ZS-Dieter Favorites

This delicious recipe was submitted by dieter Nicole. She served it with pork chops and roasted tomatoes. Thanks, Nicole for the…

Roasted Tomato Sauce

Z2-Vegetarian,Z2-Sauces & Dressings

You’ll think you’re eating at an Italian Grandma’s house when you taste this.

Grilled Eggplant

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

I have decided the grilled Chinese eggplant tastes better than potato chips! Even better than French fries! And it’s so easy.

Sun Dried Tomatoes

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Vegetarian

No need to salt them. No need to season them. They will be delicious and have PLENTY of flavor.

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Z2-Sides,Z2-Salads,Z2-Vegetarian

This simple salad can be prepared in minutes and offers a light flavor, a bright bowl full of color and cool crunch on a warm…

Russian Traditional Salad

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Salads

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

ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Salads

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

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

You won’t ever need potato chips again.

Creole Soup (with or without protein)

Z2-Poultry,Z2-Vegetarian

This soup is super easy to make. If you are a fan of southern food this will hit the spot.