Make lunch ahead of time with these healthy meal-prep-friendly salad recipes. To keep the ingredients from getting soggy, dress this salad and top it with peanuts just before serving. For a delicious vegan option, swap in roasted tofu for the chicken breast (see Associated Recipes). Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth Blackburn White Bean & Veggie Salad This meatless main-dish salad combines creamy, satisfying white beans and avocado....

These healthy and delicious recipes are an easy way to use up leftover ham. From breakfast casseroles to soups to salads, you won’t get bored eating your leftovers. Try recipes like Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole and Smothered Cabbage with Ham for a tasty and filling meal. Victor Protasio Smothered Cabbage with Ham Use your leftover ham in this comforting one-pot dish with cabbage and potatoes. The simple flavors get brightened at the end with a splash of cider vinegar....

Enjoy the comforting and cozy flavors of autumn with these delectable appetizers. The optional minced chives add a nice pop of color, but these are just as tasty without herbs. This combination tastes downright decadent, but these easy stuffed mushrooms are actually good for you. Ali Redmond This recipe gets its shockingly pink color from grated beets. Make it ahead–the longer it sits, the better it tastes.Read more about this recipe....

Fifteen minutes is all youll need to make these delicious grain bowls! Meal-Prep Curried Chicken Bowls Curry doesn’t have to take hours to prepare. Topped with spinach, peanuts and an egg, these bowls make for a satisfying breakfast. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Sprinkle with crushed red pepper for extra heat. When you’re ready to eat, shake the dressing well, add it to the salad and toss....

These high-fiber snacks are great to pack with your lunch. Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas Try this satisfying snack instead of nuts. The tasty legumes are lower in calories and packed with fiber. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely They make an excellent appetizer for holiday entertaining. you’re able to substitute the applesauce with apple butter for a stronger apple flavor. Dont confuse dried apples with apple chips!...

Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad. Use any variety of winter squash. Slow-Cooker Chile-Orange Chicken Tacos A taco night favorite! PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN Slow-Cooker Vegetable Stew Potatoes and beans make this tomato-based crock-pot vegetable stew super-hearty. A dollop of pesto on top is also super-delicious. Adding homemade garlic croutons is an easy way to elevate this healthy dinner....

These meals are packed with seasonal produce, including tomatoes and zucchini. Cherry tomatoes are a go-to when tomato season is not at its peak. Grape tomatoes provide a sweet and juicy alternative, ensuring a satisfying and flavorful meal. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle This light and flavorful dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or weekend gathering. Reduce or omit it to adjust the heat to your liking....

From juicy chicken to crispy veggies, these recipes are quick to prep and provide a protein-packed punch. Flavor-packed recipes like our Air-Fryer Fish Tacos and Air-Fryer Chicken Taquitos will help you feel satisfied and nourished. Avocado crema helps balance the flavors, while shredded cabbage slaw adds crunch. Photo: Jacob Fox The squeeze of lime at the end brings everything together perfectly, so don’t skip it. An olive-fennel topping completes the recipe for a pop of briny flavor....

These grain bowls make it easy for you to enjoy summer produce while meeting yourprotein intake goals. But we prefer to keep things classic and simple with hummus, quinoa, avocado and loads of veggies! If you enjoy the flavor profile, this dish can also be made with orzo in place of quinoa. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Pack these ahead to keep on hand for easy meal-prep lunches or dinners on busy nights....

Looking to use up your summer produce? These delicious pasta dinners star your favorite in-season veggiesthink bell peppers, corn, tomatoes and more. Super Green Pasta Pack in your veggies with this quick and easy green pasta. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely you could substitute chopped fresh summer-ripe tomatoes for the cherry tomatoes. Serve with crusty garlic bread and a green salad on the side....

Refuel for the afternoon with these nutritious lunch recipes. This recipe is the perfect vehicle for using the crushed-up tortilla chips at the bottom of the bag. Serve over a bed of greens or between two slices of whole-grain bread. Charlotte and Johnny Autry Adding instant brown rice to the filling increases the fiber, making them more satisfying. Serve with chile-garlic sauce and rice vinegar for extra zip. Loading it with vegetables and using quinoa in place of rice adds nutrition for a healthier dinner....

Recipes like our Watermelon with Mint Gremolata and Caprese Skewers are nutritious, satisfying and welcome summer flavors. Put a platter out at your next cookout and watch it disappear in an instant. This colorful snack or healthy dessert is perfect for kids and adults alike. Photo: Johnny Autry Use full-fat yogurt to ensure the creamiest bark possible. These tomato-mozzarella-basil skewers are easy to assemble and perfect for a party. Pack the parfait in a mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go....

Serve this grilled flank steak recipe with crusty bread to soak up the deliciousness. Lemon-Garlic Butter Scallops In this healthy scallop recipe, lemon brightens up sweet scallops. It’s an impressive dinner that’s also super simple to make. If you might’t find fresh horseradish, use a high-quality prepared product. Be sure to drain and squeeze it to remove as much moisture as possible. Store-bought teriyaki glaze makes a great marinade for cod that doubles as a sauce for the cauliflower rice....