Dairy-free side dish recipes – Who says you need butter, cheese or cream to make vegetables taste good? These 12 easy dairy-free side dishes may just outshine the main course. From cauliflower kabobs to potato and asparagus skillet, there is something for everyone. Enjoy!
Dairy-Free Side Dishes Recipes: 12 Dairy-Free Side Dishes for Any Occasion

Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >>
Healthy Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >>
Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >>
Garlic Balsamic Baby Potatoes With Asparagus
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >>
Honey Balsamic Pan-Seared Cabbage Steaks
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >>
Fresh Herbs and Tomato Salad
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >>
Grilled General Tso’s Cauliflower Kabobs
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >>
Teriyaki Zucchini Noodles
Garlic Cajun Roasted Potatoes
Baked Garlic Parsley Mushrooms
Balsamic, Honey Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >>
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple, Bacon and Cranberries
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >>

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Dairy-free cooking tips
If you are new to a dairy-free diet, or simply looking to add a twist to regular recipes, the good news is that most dairy products have their dairy-free alternatives.
Non-dairy milk alternatives
A lot of side dishes such as mashed potatoes call for dairy products to ensure creaminess. Here’s a quick list of dairy-free milk alternative for different dishes and uses:
- Almond milk is a great substitute for milk in every aspect of cooking and baking.
- Coconut milk is delicious, rich, and creamy.
- Soy milk is rich with great consistency, similar to coconut milk. It has density due to fat, fiber, and protein while it is still free of cholesterol and saturated fats.
Dairy-free butter alternative
Coconut oil is certainly the best substitute for butter in a dairy-free diet. Coconut oil is great for use in just about everything, from baking to stove-top cooking (and even in your hot beverages). It’s healthy, rich, and tastes delicious. It cuts down on saturated fats and won’t change the flavor of food too much.

