Lesser-known Vegetable Recipes

Our friends at Taste of Home magazine share readers’ top picks for using lesser-known veggies in the kitchen.

Tomatillos
“This salsa is fresh and creamy! It’s great as a chip dip or as a topper for tacos and other Mexican dishes. Add half a jalapeno for some kick, or a whole one if you’re into HOT!” -Nanette Hilton, Las Vegas, Nevada

View the Salsa Verde Recipe

Cucamelons
With a fresh, pickled flavor, you can replace cucumbers with cucamelons in salads and salsa to add the kind of zing that makes people say mmm! This is one of our favorites, sent to us from reader Teri Lee Rasey in Cadillac, Michigan. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

View the recipe for Pineapple Cucumber Salsa

Bok Choy
“This is such a great-tasting, good-for-you sauté.” -Ann Yarber, Goldsby, Oklahoma

View the recipe for Bok Choy and Radishes

Beets & Sweet Potatoes
“This recipe is special to us because it’s truly a super and different way to prepare and eat these foods with a tasty dip, and we love to dip! Oven-baked root vegetables make such colorful French fries, and are an interesting side dish.” -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

View the recipe for Beet and Sweet Potato Fries

Edamame
“The combination of fresh corn, basil and edamame is awesome! This salad is so versatile; you can serve it with chicken, fish or burgers, or add to penne pasta and toss with a bit of mayo.” -Haras Cindi, Jupiter, Florida

View the recipe for Farmer's Market Corn Salad

Shallots
“You won’t be disappointed when you cut yourself a thick slice of this savory bread. The robust flavors will have everyone asking for the recipe.” -Rita Rowland, Auburn, Kentucky

View the recipe for Blue Cheese & Shallot Bread

Celeriac
“My family can’t get enough of this comforting favorite. I love the addition of celeriac. Its mild celery flavor pairs well with the garlic and potato.” -Lynelle Martinson, Plover, Wisconsin

View the recipe for Celeriac & Garlic Mashed Potatoes