Sweet Potato Waffles by Carolinaheartstrings

We are celebrating the sweet potato crop here in North Carolina with a month of delicious recipes. What better way to begin the month then with one of my favorite breakfast foods. Waffles! This recipe is easy and tastes so good on a cool fall morning or when you decide to have breakfast for dinner. Drizzle maple syrup and pecans…

Healthty Toddler Muffins by Randa Derkson

Mini muffins for toddlers loaded with veggies & fruits. Contains little sugar. Recipe source: http://thebewitchinkitchen.com/2013/05/healthy-toddler-muffins.html

Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots by Peanut Butter and Peppers

Sweet and Savory roasted carrots a perfect side dish that would compliment any meal.

Zesty Vegetable Coleslaw by Robyn Savoie

Delight in light! Here's a slaw that boasts a healthful glow. Great during those summer heat waves. When cabbage comes into season, buy from a farmstand. Shred along with 1 carrot, using a Cuisinart food processor.

Cucumber-Onion Salad by RecipeKing

Cucumber-Onion Salad-is a delicious, quick and easy side salad recipe It takes only (15) minutes to prepare and then pop in the refrigerator to chill. Ingredients include: Cucumbers, onions, vinegar and sweetener. It is also a healthy, low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium, low sugars, low carbohydrates, heart-healthy,…

Easy Lemon Garlic Hummus by Kyle Dalakas

Looking for an easy, healthy appetizer? Look no further! Lemon Garlic Hummus is a simple, nutritious and delicious snack! Try this for your next party or tailgate!

Zucchini Almond Cookies by Robyn Savoie

Here's a cheaters recipe for Oatmeal Cookies with a twist.

Squash Patties by Carolinaheartstrings

So often after Thanksgiving and the holidays we quit thinking of pumpkin and squashes. But with healthy eating on my mind I wanted to incorporate these vitamin rich vegetables into a few dishes. The high fiber content leaves you feeling satisfied and they’re tasty too! Serve as a side dish or make a little larger as a veggie burger.…

Vegetable Pancakes by Lori A. Reed

"fritter-like" cakes containing fresh vegetables. Make them small and serve as appetizers or make them larger for a delicious side dish.

Potato Filled Onion Cups by Robyn Savoie

These onion cups are a nice switch from the usual side dishes. Sometimes I like to add shredded sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese to the cups for a tasty twist. Try mixing in crumbled bacon too. Either way, they're savory and satisfying.

Broccoli in Brown Butter by Anne Kruse

Broccoli covered in garlic butter, with lemon! The best broccoli I have ever had! Tastes like candy!

Healthy Lemony Garlic Veggie Medley by Kyle Dalakas

Healthy Lemony Garlic Veggie Medley is a simple, low fat side dish loaded with essential vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants! Try this great veggie side with dinner tonight!

White Cabbage and Cauliflower Salad by Guilt Free Cuisine by Fergyhun

This crunchy salad has an interesting combination of flavors and is a good alternative to coleslaw.

Pico De Gallo by Carolinaheartstrings

I am a Mexican food fiend and nothing makes me happier than a big bowl of pico de gallo and chips. This is such an easy recipe and you can make it mild, medium or spicy depending on what you prefer. I like spicy, so jalapeno peppers are for me, but you could add habanero peppers if you like a lot of heat!

Reduced Fat Pumpkin Cookies by Brittany Hoverman