Yes, c’mon!

One familiar refrain from everyone’s childhood is probably to eat our vegetables.

For those who did not possess the coveted love of vegetables, survival tactics were essentialand that included sauces.

Asparagus with Cheese Sauce and Herb Breadcrumbs

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And lots of them.

And surpriseranch isn’t the only condiment that can transform an unwanted veggie into a delectable bite.

Here are our favorite sauces for roasted and steamed vegetables, plus everything in between.

Southern Living White Sauce in the pan ready to use

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(It’s also the secret weapon to get your veggie-averse kiddos to eat their greens!)

You’re not wrongbut it also beautifully accompanies grilled vegetables including squash and peppers.

Pick your favorites and brush on this sauce for an easy side.

cheese sauce for broccoli or cauliflower

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Save some extra for dipping too.

Be sure to reserve some for dipping.

Best of allit’s only two ingredients and is a sure winner.

basil pesto with garlic, basil leaves, and parm cheese laying around bowl

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Who can say no to heavy cream and Parmigiano-Reggiano?

That’s a sauce we can get behind.

Old Bay Remoulade

A little Remoulade never hurt any vegetable, cooked, raw, or otherwise.

Southern Living Romesco Sauce in a bowl to serve with vegetables and chicken

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This version gets a generous helping of Old Bay seasoning to make it really shine.

It doesn’t discriminate against vegetable pairings.

It’s bright, fresh, and packed with flavor.

beer-cheese fondue

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It’s delicious with a medley of root veggies, not just mushrooms.

Blackberry-Honey Mustard Sauce

Sweet and tangy, this vibrant sauce makes a statement on your table.

Shrimp With Honey-Garlic Sauce

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Southern Living Hamburger Steak plated serving with mashed potatoes and green beans

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Southern Living - Chicken tenders with pickles and homemade ranch dressing

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southern hot-pepper vinegar

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summer sauce in a clear glass bowl

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Old Bay Rémoulade with Crudités and Shrimp

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grilled flank steak with chimichurri

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Grilled Okra-and-Pepper Skewers with Dijon Dipping Sauce on a platter

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Southern Living Dill Dip in a bowl to serve with a platter of vegetables and potato chips

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Southern Living Comeback Sauce served with chicken tenders and fries

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Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Herb Sauce

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Mustard-Cream Sauce

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Southern Living Creamy Jalapeño Dip in a bowl to serve with vegetables.

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Buttermilk Dressing with a salad behind it

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Coleslaw Dressing

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Asparagus Gratin

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Southern Living Spinach Pesto

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Southern Living Chicken-Fried Mushrooms with Creamy Mushroom Gravy on a platter to serve

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Blackberry-Honey Mustard Sauce

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Chicken Noodle Bowl with Peanut-Ginger Sauce

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Southern Living Cowboy Butter finished on a small board to serve with slices of bread

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Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

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