Best 5 Vegetable Bundles Recipes

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Vegetable bundles are a delicious and easy meal that can be made with a variety of vegetables and spices. Not only are they healthy, flavorful, and colorful, but they are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. Whether you're looking for something low-carb or vegan, or you want to incorporate more vegetables into your family's meals, vegetable bundles are a great option.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETABLE BUNDLES WITH TARRAGON-CITRUS DIP



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 bundles

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt, such as Fage
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (1 large lemon)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (1/2 lemon)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into matchsticks
1/2 English cucumber, cut into matchsticks
24 fresh chives

Steps:

  • For the dip: In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, tarragon, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Set aside for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
  • For the bundles: Make small bundles of 1 or 2 pieces each of the carrots, peppers and cucumbers. Tie each bundle at the equator with one of the chives, and trim the chive to the appropriate length. Serve alongside the tarragon-citrus dip.

SPRING VEGETABLE BUNDLES



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You can assemble these bundles from our Test Kitchen before guests arrive, then cook them in mere minutes. To keep them warm while serving, place the serving platter on a heating tray.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 bundles.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 to 6 green onions
1 cup water
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
2 medium carrots, julienned
12 thyme springs
1-1/3 cups white wine
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Trim both ends of onions; cut the green tops into 7-in. lengths. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add onion tops; boil for 1 minute or until softened. Drain and immediately place onion tops in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Chop white portions of onions and set aside., Divide asparagus, peppers and carrots into 12 bundles. Top each with a thyme sprig. Tie each bundle with a blanched onion top., In a large skillet, combine the wine, chopped onions and vegetable bundles. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender and liquid is reduced by two-thirds. , Carefully remove bundles with a slotted spoon to a serving plate. Add butter to skillet, cook and stir until melted. Serve with bundles.

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VEGETABLE BUNDLES



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 long sprigs fresh thyme
4 long sprigs fresh oregano
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 cup white wine
1 cup chicken stock
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 medium zucchini, cut into ribbons
8 string beans
4 asparagus, ends snapped
1 medium yellow squash, cut into quarters lengthwise
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the thyme and oregano sprigs, along with the garlic, wine, chicken stock, and lemon juice and zest. Allow to boil down, about 5 minutes.
  • While the broth is cooking, layer 2 zucchini ribbons vertically. Add 2 string beans, 1 squash quarter and 1 asparagus horizontally. Roll the zucchini ribbon up to create a bundle. Do this for the remaining ingredients. Add each bundle gently to the pan with the broth. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, spooning the broth over each bundle.

SPICY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE BUNDLES



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Categories     Chicken     Vegetable     Appetizer     Low Fat     Green Bean     Summer     Cabbage     Jalapeño     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup (generous) finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced seeded red jalepeño chilies
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 14 1/2-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
12 large green cabbage leaves, thick ribs trimmed
4 ounces thin green beans, ends trimmed, thinly sliced diagonally
1/2 pound ground chicken (white meat only)

Steps:

  • Combine first six ingredients on medium bowl. Set sauce aside.
  • Bring broth to boil in large saucepan. Working in batches, add cabbage leaves. Cover and simmer until leaves are wilted, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer leaves to bowl of cold water. Drain leaves; pat dry. Add beans to broth in pan; until tender, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, add beans to sauce. Pour off all but 1/4 cup liquid from saucepan. Add chicken; stir over medium heat until cooked through, breaking up meat with spoon, about 3 minutes. Drain chicken; add to sauce. Season with salt. Cool. (Can be made 3 hours ahead. Cover chicken mixture and cabbage seperately; chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  • Place 1 cabbage leaf on work surface. Mound scant 1/4 cup chicken mixture in center of leaf. Fold in 3 sides of leaf; roll up to form bundle. Reapeat with remaining 11 cabbage leaves and chicken mixture.

SUMMER GRILLIN' VEGETABLE & FISH BUNDLES



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The fish and vegetables cook perfectly in this recipe. Yummy grilled dinner in a nice, convenient package. Preparing the fish and vegetables in a foil pack, instead of multiple pans, means fewer dirty dishes to clean. We prepared the meal with both the savory herb and soy sauce mixtures. If we had to choose one, we'd go with the...

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories     Fish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 of your favorite fish fillets (about one pound)
1 lb thinly sliced vegetables; such as 4 mushrooms, 2 small zucchini, 2 small yellow squash, 3 cups pea pods known as snow peas
1 envelope Lipton Recipe Secret Savory Herb With Garlic or Golden Onion soup mix
1/2 c water
ALTERNATIVE SAUCE FOR FISH & VEGETABLES
1/4 c soy sauce
2 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. On four 18 x 18 inch pieces of heavy duty aluminum foil, divide fish equally. Top each with vegetables.
  • 2. Mix savory herb with garlic or onion soup mix with water until blended and pour evenly over fish and vegetables. (Can also use the alternate soy sauce/butter in place of the soup mix and water.)
  • 3. Wrap foil loosely around each fillet and vegetables, sealing edges airtight with a double fold.
  • 4. Grill for 20 to 30 or broil or bake in 350 degree oven up to 20 to 30 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • 5. Carefully unwrap. Serve in the foil packet, remove from foil and serve on a plate, or place over your favorite rice.

Tips for Making Vegetable Bundles:

  • Choose firm, fresh vegetables that will hold their shape when cooked.
  • Cut vegetables into uniform sizes so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to create colorful and flavorful bundles.
  • Season the vegetables with herbs, spices, and salt and pepper before wrapping them.
  • Wrap the vegetables tightly in foil or parchment paper to prevent them from drying out.
  • Cook the vegetable bundles over medium heat until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Serve the vegetable bundles immediately, drizzled with olive oil or your favorite sauce.

Conclusion:

Vegetable bundles are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite vegetables. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a little creativity, you can create vegetable bundles that are both visually appealing and packed with flavor. So next time you're looking for a healthy and easy side dish, give vegetable bundles a try.

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