Mozzarella pearls are the perfect size for mixing into the finished dish. Enjoy it on its own or serve it over brown rice or whole-grain noodles for a more filling meal. A vibrant parsley-and-hazelnut sauce finishes the dish with a bright and nutty flavor. Photo:photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle Creamy Spinach Orzo This creamy spinach orzo pasta dish is light, quick and easy. The fresh basil truly shines through and complements the spinach in this vegetarian pasta dinner....

To keep prep to a minimum, we use precooked brown rice. Its ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. The key to enhancing the flavor is using high-quality broth or homemade chicken stock. Photo:Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Lauren Odum Crushed red pepper provides a little kick to this creamy main dish. Vodka sauce adds a creamy note to the sauce....

Dreaming of cooler weather and cozy fall meals? Pistachios add an extra layer of crunch. A sharp chef’s knife works well to slice the Brussels sprouts thinly. Department: Eating Well, Brand: Eating Well Digital, Source Type: Staff, Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley A microplane grater is best for finely shredding the goat cheese. For an easy but delicious upgrade, we sprinkle a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top....

Step aside 20-step recipesweve got time to save. Loading it with vegetables and using quinoa in place of rice adds nutrition for a healthier dinner. In this easy recipe, they’re full-size, full-flavored and plenty filling. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Toasted sesame oil finishes the dish with a nutty flavor. If you like soup with a kick, opt for hot Italian sausage. Look for Lee Kum Kee Premium oyster-flavored sauce in the Asian-foods aisle of your grocery store....

Here are 17 of our favorite game day snacks that are just as healthy as they are delicious. We also loaded it with chili-spiced caramelized onions. Serve this healthy makeover with tortilla chips or sliced jicama for dipping. Diana Chistruga Chili-Cheese Nachos Make nachos a healthy dinner when you top them with an easy 30-minute chili. Serve this healthy recipe with sliced scallions, avocado, fresh tomatoes and sour cream, if desired....

White Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi Sun-dried tomatoes are the star of this recipeproviding texture and umami. Cooking lima beans in pancetta drippings infuses them with flavor. Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang. Photo: Jacob Fox For pretty snap pea slices, cut them into long, thin strips. Not a fan of lima beans? Swap them out for edamame. Jacob Fox The mix pairs well with mashed beans and avocado, which hold everything together....

Ali Redmond Pair one of these flavorful side dishes with dinner tonight. Youll love recipes like our Grilled Broccoli with Smoky Yogurt Sauce. And our Spiced Chickpea Confit goes great with any meat, fish or plant-based mains. Photo:Ali Redmond Firing up the grill? Cook the blanched broccoli in a grill basket over medium-high heat instead. Leftovers can be blended into a chunky dip that is great with pita wedges or crostini....

Jen Causey These veggie-packed meals are ready in just 10 minutes or less. If you prefer a creamier texture, gently mash some of the beans as you stir everything together. We love the crunch of the sunflower seeds and the unexpected flavor of roasted peppers. Photo:Jen Causey If you prefer another salad dressing, feel free to use that instead of our honey-mustard vinaigrette. Served over baby spinach, this is the perfect easy and light lunch or dinner salad....

Eating your fruits and veggies could not be easier with these healthy lunch salads. Plus, you’re free to make each of these tasty salads in 15 minutes or less. It’s also important to know the shelf life of cut fruits and vegetables to avoid over-prepping. Kelsey Hansen Once you establish a routine, the process will become second nature week after week. A garlicky oil and vinegar dressing brings everything together....

Try these delicious, healthy vegan recipes. They’re on the table in 30 minutes or less. Just store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator so they’re at the ready. To make it a full, satisfying dinner, serve over cooked brown rice. If you like a kick, add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce at the end. Serve over brown rice instead of the zucchini noodles to add a hearty boost of fiber....

These lunches are both delicious and good for the heart. Serve over a bed of greens or between two slices of whole-grain bread. Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables, depending on your mood. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Pack these ahead to keep on hand for easy meal-prep lunches or dinners on busy nights. Freeze the fruits ahead of time for an extra frosty texture once blended....

Savor the goodness of simplicity with these snack recipes that are made with just five ingredients or less. Theyre a great option for an easy small bite to hold you over between meals. Taste and add a teaspoon or two of honey at the end to balance the flavor. Photo: Jamie Vespa Dates add a natural sweetness to this healthy snack. Use any leftover date mixture to patch any holes in the energy balls....

The brown-butter breadcrumbs add additional crunch and a nutty, toasted flavor. Serve with grilled chicken for an added boost of protein. Creamy pine nuts and salty Parmesan cheese added at the end balance the flavors. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely The tuna will be rare in the center. Add an additional 2 to 3 minutes per side for more doneness. We love the unique combination of blueberries, edamame and goat cheese....