Meeting your daily protein goal can be a challenge, especially if you’re not a meat-lover. Enter, beans. Beans can be an easy and delicious solution to increasing protein in your diet, and keeping a batch of these marinated beans in the refrigerator allows for an easy snack, side dish, or as a base for a delicious main meal.

Creamy and delightful, this Wild Rice & Mushroom Casserole has all the savory flavors of Thanksgiving, making it a perfect vegan centerpiece or a delicious side dish that everyone will enjoy.

Thanksgiving is THE best time to let the side dishes shine, and these caramelized sweet potatoes do just that. The natural sweetness of the potatoes is enhanced by slow roasting them with melted butter infused with the sweet-earthy flavors of Natural Grocers^® Organic Five-Spice Blend Powder. A crunchy pecan topping and sprinkling of fresh organic thyme finish it off for a perfectly delicious side dish.

We took inspiration from traditional Spanish paella for our vegan version featuring mixed mushrooms. Typically made with saffron-infused rice and a mix of meat and/or seafood, our vegan version relies on mushrooms for their meaty umami flavor and uses the more widely available arborio rice instead of traditional bomba rice. We’ve left out the saffron, but feel free to add it along with the paprika! Although the recipe is not authentic paella, it is incredibly flavorful and delicious and feels special to serve for family or guests.

This Mexican-inspired street corn hits all the right notes—sweet corn, salty cheese, zingy lime, a creamy sauce, and as much chili as your tastebuds desire. It is addictive and a real crowd pleaser. Make it with fresh summer corn on the cob or in salad form anytime with frozen organic corn. Roll up your sleeves and dig in!

These delicious roll-ups make great use of all that summer squash. They are simple and quick to put together and make a great side dish or appetizer. If you don’t have an outdoor grill, these can be made on the stovetop in a grill pan. To make the most of summer’s fresh herbs, you can substitute a variety of finely chopped herbs (we like basil, parsley, oregano, thyme, or chives) for the dried Italian seasoning in the goat cheese filling.

We’re entering peak summer squash season! Make use of all of that squash in this super easy, super tasty Summer Squash Sauté. Two types of summer squash—yellow crookneck and zucchini—are combined with cherry tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese to make a perfect side dish for any summer meal.

The next time you’re about to throw out your broccoli stems, make these Broccoli Stem Fries instead! These healthy green “fries” are not only delicious, they also help reduce food waste and save money too.

Most of us are familiar with rice pilaf, but this twist on a classic subs hemp seeds for the rice for a grain-free version that has a delightfully chewy texture and the delicious flavors of a traditional rice pilaf. It is high in protein and healthy fat, low carb, and a great way to add interest to your dinner plate. Leftovers can be eaten cold or added to a salad for lunch the next day.

Never underestimate the power of the humble leek, especially when sweet and tender and topped with a savory, buttery crumble topping. This recipe is delicious comfort food and just a plain ol’ good side dish. Enhance your dining experience by serving this delightful recipe alongside our Maple Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs. The sweet and savory dance of leeks meets the smoky allure of bacon-wrapped perfection. Together, they create a symphony on your plate that's nothing short of magic.