If you’re like me, throwing groceries that have gone bad into the trash is an upsetting event. Sometimes meal prepping just doesn’t go as planned and I’m left with three heads of broccoli or a big bag of potatoes and no plan. Rather than letting it go to waste, I’ve taken to looking up new recipes for these veggies to make it more exciting to cook up and try. Here are some of the recipes I’ve turned to when I have an abundance of a certain veggie:
A perfect side for Teriyaki Chicken, this roasted broccoli is easy to prep and make, and uses up two heads of broccoli! Find this 20 minute recipe here.
Unfortunately cucumbers and tomatoes tend to go bad rather quickly, even in the refrigerator. This classic recipe can be easily adjusted depending on how much produce you need to use, and is just so freaking tasty. A really great salad on its own or as a side.
Everyone has a couple bags of frozen peas in the back of their freezer, but really, what do you do with them? Steamed peas are about as boring as it gets and don’t taste all that great. This recipe will change the way you view peas. Granted, it may not be the healthiest option, but it certainly is tasty!
Comfort food at its best, this delightful dish makes a large batch with plenty of leftover.s You can’t go wrong with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and parsley!
Okay, this might be a controversial statement, but I don’t love mayo. It tastes alright when mixed with other foods, but the smell just grosses me out. So when I found this mayo-less potato salad I was stoked! Great flavor without the mayo.
Zucchini is one of those vegetables I love, but don’t really know how to cook with as a stand-alone dish. This recipe is a tasty way to use up a bunch of zucchini and has lots of flavor.
What other kinds of veggies do you always have too much of? Leave your comment below with suggestions for future posts!
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