There are several great ways to incorporate citrus into your veggie dishes. From lemon on steamed broccoli to an orange glaze on your favorite root veggie, the options are endless when combining citrus and vegetables. Here are three delicious ways to add citrus and veggie side dishes to your weeknight menu.
Fresh lemon and finely grated parmesan create an unbeatable flavor combination! Bright citrus flavors from the lemon are mellowed out by the rich and nutty notes of parmesan cheese. Enjoy this easy asparagus recipe alone or pair it with grilled chicken and steamed rice for a well-balanced meal.
This vibrant and delicious recipe calls for just four wholesome ingredients: carrots, olive oil, root ginger, and orange. The carrots turn golden as they’re roasted in a ginger glaze. Make this gorgeous carrot side dish to pack some flavor into your day!
Lemons, persimmons, and clementines are the shining citrus stars of this hearty side salad. Tri-colored quinoa helps to make this salad more filling along with sliced avocado for an added dose of healthy fats. Pomegranate seeds create bursts of flavor within every bite and an added pop of color, contrasting the deep orange and green hues of citrus and kale.
Which citrus veggie side dish are you going to try out first?