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…

Curried Asparagus Soup

Serve in soup bowls with a protein of choice. In Z2 this is your veggie portion. You can have plain salad greens on the side if…

Easy Gazpacho (Cold tomato soup)

This is super easy! Lovely in the summer when it’s hot. I served this with a simple grilled chicken breast.

Spicy Sweet Real Tomato Soup

This recipe was contributed by Plan Z dieter Debbie. Garnish with fresh basil for a unique and special treat.

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

This soup can be served hot or cold.

Tomato Soup

Talk about easy to make. This soup is done in a flash. If you’re like me you’ll make a triple batch. You can freeze the……

Pepper Soup

You’ll never eat Campbell’s Tomato Soup again! This is so EASY!

Roasted Asparagus Soup

Season to taste. I put a fair amount of pepper on top. My husband loves pepper on top of soup. Garnish with the asparagus tips…

French Onion Soup

This will taste pretty darn official!