Even lunchtime can feel cozy and comforting with these 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). Antonis Achilleos Veggistrone This vegetable-packed minestrone soup recipe is inspired by a popular Weight Watchers vegetable soup recipe. Make them early in the week for grab-and-go meals when days are busy....

It’s not all about diet and exercise (though they do help). While that formula might sound simple, it’s often anything but. Get more sleep. Jen Causey Anotherstudyout of Brigham Young University suggested that following a regular sleep schedule led to less body fat. Don’t skip breakfast. And when your body thinks it’s starving, it wants to hold on to its calories. Greebel notes that your body is more efficient at burning food when it’s fed....

Enjoy the crisp and vibrant flavors of winter with these colorful and filling salads. These recipes embrace seasonal ingredients like beets, cabbage and cranberries. Plus, these tasty main dishes and side dishes are on the table in just three steps or less. Jennifer Causey Serve alongside grilled chicken, pork or fish. The brown-butter breadcrumbs add additional crunch and a nutty, toasted flavor. Serve with grilled chicken for an added boost of protein....

EatingWell Need a quick bite to stave off the munchies between meals? These easy snack recipes are here to help! These highly rated snacks take just 10 minutes to make. Photo:EatingWell Beyond being an ideal choice for midday, this quick and easy recipe doubles as a satisfying appetizer. If you don’t have cannellini beans, chickpeas work just as well. Serve this tasty dip alongside veggies, crackers, pita or pretzels. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco...

For a no-added-sugar breakfast, be sure to use unsweetened shredded wheat cereal. Plus, it tastes just like a creamsicle. If you dont have almond milk, any other dairy or nondairy milk will work. Photo:Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl Single-serve packages of mashed avocado or guacamole can stand in for the fresh avocado. If you cant find baby kale, baby spinach will work well in its place....

See the juicing variation below to make this green juice recipe in a blender. Anti-Inflammatory Golden Tonic The momentum behind functional foods and wellness elixirs is at an all-time high. Green tea has caffeine and antioxidants that may help boost fat loss. Cooks With Soul Ginger might help you burn more calories. And maple syrup adds a touch of natural sweetness to this hydrating drink. Add this tonic to your diet in addition to sensible eating and exercise to help boost your weight-loss efforts....

Make them early in the week for grab-and-go meals when days are busy. Using store-bought salad dressing saves time, but you could alsomake your own tangy vinaigrette. The fast one-bowl meal makes a satisfying weeknight dinner or packable work lunch. Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster If you don’t have za’atar, you might substitute 1/2 teaspoon each ground cumin and coriander. Just a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil is all it takes to dress it up....

Take advantage of the seasons best produce by making these tasty fall breakfast recipes! Each dish features seasonal ingredients like apples, sweet potatoes, spinach and cauliflower. Kale or arugula will work just as well if you dont have spinach on hand. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Refrigerate or freeze the leftovers to enjoy later. Plus, there’s protein from fried eggs, making this sandwich as colorful as it is delicious....

The rice forms a crispy golden layer at the bottom, adding a satisfying crunch to every bite. If you like a little heat, dont skip the teaspoon of chopped Calabrian chiles. Its perfect for cozy family dinners or for bringing to someone as part of a meal train. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Serve it alongside a crisp green salad for a meal that feels like a warm hug on your plate....

Youll love these new side dish recipes, whether youre a fan of hearty salads or tender roasted veggies. With four- and five-star reviews fromEatingWell readers,youll find that these dishes are flavorful and delicious. Try options like our Honey-Mustard Roasted Cabbage Wedges or our Roasted Romesco Vegetables for a balanced and nourishing meal. Photo:photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle The natural sweetness of cabbage pairs beautifully with the tangy, caramelized honey-mustard glaze....

10 minutes or less is all it’s crucial that you make these mouthwatering breakfasts. Short on time in the morning? Try our overnight oatmeal variation. Photo: Leigh Beisch Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. Feel free to leave it out if that’s not your thingit’s just as delicious without. Mushroom Omelet For a quick breakfast, learn how to make this mushroom omelet. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman...

Try our Chicken Spaghetti Casserole and Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole to experience the ultimate comfort food for autumn. If you want to mellow the smoky flavor, regular Gouda works just as well. Serve with a simple side salad or garlic-roasted broccoli. Photo: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Panko gives this family-friendly casserole a bit of crunch on top. Be sure to let it rest for 20 minutes after coming out of the oven....

you could even slap them onto some crackers for an easy and flavorful snack. Keep some of our Best Chicken Salad in the fridge for days of tasty lunches. And make our refreshing Cucumber Salad Sandwich to keep you cool on warm days. Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Cucumber Salad Sandwich Who said you couldn’t put a salad on a sandwich? Flavor this creamy cucumber filling with your favorite fresh herbs, tangy feta cheese and lemon....