What is Think Vegetables First and Why?
“THINK VEGETABLES FIRST” is something that I frequently say to myself as a not so subtle reminder that the more vegetables I eat, the better my health and weight will be.
Last year, I started repeating this phrase over and over again to both my husband and son to encourage them to develop and sustain healthy eating habits and literally THINK VEGETABLES FIRST.
When you look at your plate or meal plan, what vegetables are there?
What percentage of the plate are vegetables?
When we begin to THINK VEGETABLES FIRST, we, by default, consume healthier food and fewer calories.
So, after some brainstorming, I decided to challenge myself to create an eBook that would compile a collection of everyday, easy-to-cook vegetarian side dishes to help you all THINK VEGETABLES FIRST this Winter.
A collection of 12 recipes – 8 brand new recipes and 4 fan favorites!
All for just $4.99
Here are some of the recipes that you will find in Think Vegetables First!
Moroccan Carrot Salad
3 Points Plus Per Serving
Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Shallots
4 Points Plus Per Serving
Think Vegetables First is a collection of 12 Vegetarian Side Dishes.
8 Brand New Recipes combined with 4 EverydayMaven fan favorites!
All with Weight Watchers Points Plus Values and perfect for everyday Winter cooking!
- Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Old Bay Parsnip Fries
- Bloomin’ Indian Spiced Whole Roasted Cauliflower
- Absolutely Perfect Baked Russet Potatoes
- Garlic Rubbed Roasted Cabbage Steaks
- Moroccan Carrot Salad
- Roasted Mushroom Caps with Toasted Breadcrumbs
- Masala Smashed Fingerling Potatoes
- Coconut Creamed Kale
- Cinnamon + Palm Sugar Roasted Delicata Squash
- Spicy Curried Broccoli with Toasted Coconut
- Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Shallots
Thank you for supporting me and I hope that you love these recipes as much as my family does!
Get your copy now and so you can THINK VEGETABLES FIRST all Winter! Winter doesn’t have to be full of boring vegetables and plain side dishes
eBook is formatted as a PDF Document available for immediate download after you complete your purchase. All Sales Final.









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Congrats – Hope you trademarked your famous phrase

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Thanks CJ!
Wow, congratulations, Alyssa! This is very exciting. We do need to think vegetables first – love your title! And your recipes sound scrumptious. Nicely done!

Hannah recently posted..Molasses Spice Cookies
Thank you Hannah – I appreciate it
CONGRATULATIONS Alyssa!!!!!
As you know I am a HUGE veggie person. Very appropriate book title.
Thank You Norma – I appreciate your support!
Congratulations!! So excited and proud of you. I’ll be “Adding to cart” as soon as I get home to drop onto my home computer. Yay for you!!
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Thank you so much Erina! Your support means a lot to me
Congrats on the eBook!! That is definitely a goal of mine – one day!! These recipes look amazing – love the crispy shallots and Brussels!
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl recently posted..Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Thank you Liz! I love Brussels Sprouts – they get such a bad rap!
CONGRATS! This is incredible, and I’m so happy for you….ahhhhmazing =)
Thank you so much girl!
Congratulations, I love the focus on one of my favorite things -veggies!

Laura (Tutti Dolci) recently posted..red velvet & peppermint cheesecake brownies
Thank you Laura – I always try to have at least one “interesting” veggie dish as an option or I find we all become so bored!
Oh my gosh, so exciting – congrats Alyssa! I definitely have to remind myself of this mantra…
Heather @girlichef recently posted..Cinnamon Ornaments {McCormick Holiday Baking}
Thanks Heather – I am getting great feedback so far so it is exciting
Congrats Alyssa!! This is so exciting! I’m really proud of you for challenging yourself and following through, good stuff!!
And the book sounds like it’s filled with total deliciousness.
Aggie recently posted..Sesame Noodles with Edamame and Kale
There is nothing as satisfying as accomplishing something new that is challenging – it felt great. Thanks Aggie!
Congrats Alyss!
I can’t wait to read it and make all the healthy yummy delicous and good for you veggies.
Thanks for your support Megan – I hope you love it!
Congrats on the e-book! And I usually do think vegetables first. The produce section is the first thing in my grocery store, so I always select veggies first, then decide what the main course is going to be. If there even is a main course – sometimes it’s all veggies!
john@kitchenriffs recently posted..The Stinger Cocktail
Me too John – same way I shop! Love to hear that
Terrific idea. I’m going to try your think vegetables first in my house! Have a wonderful holiday, and congratulations on your ebook!
Kristi Rimkus recently posted..Are You a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Fan? This Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate Pudding is for You!
Happy Holidays to you as well Kristi and thank you so much
Definitely something I need to keep in mind! Congrats!
Melanie @ Just Some Salt and Pepper recently posted..Apple-Cranberry Crumble
Thank you Melanie! You will be surprised at how many more vegetables you eat when you repeat this mantra over and over
I’m so excited, I’m heading over to buy this now!! The recipes sound amazing and I know your fabulous quality of work that carries over into all you do – can’t wait to check this out!
And p.s. the pic of the shredded brussels sprouts is gorgeous!!
Thanks for your support Faith – it means a lot to me!
Alyssa, congratulations! What a beautiful book, and what delicious recipes. We all need new and exciting side dish recipes. Love! I will post a link on my Facebook page. Happy Holidays friend!
Karista recently posted..Present In The Moment
Thank you so much Karista! Happy Holidays to you and your family – I hope it’s wonderful