Thesenutrient-packed dinnersare nutritious, flavorful and easy to make.

White pepper is more mild and earthy than black pepper, but either will work here.

Use this salmon to add protein to a grain bowl or salad, or enjoy alongside roasted veggies.

Sweet & Sour Pork with a Sesame Crust

Ali Redmond

The three-ingredient dipping sauce adds just a hint of sweet and spice.

The tomatoes add some sweetness and color, while the cheese contributes nuttiness and richness.

It’s well-seasoned but not overly spicy.

skillet lemon pepper salmon

Ali Redmond

Serve with grilled veggies or a green salad to make it a meal.

Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal.

Olives, capers and roasted cherry tomatoes add color and zest to each bite.

15-Minute Sheet-Pan Chicken Tenders & Broccoli with Everything Bagel Seasoning

Jacob Fox

Green peppercorns come from the same plant as black ones, but are harvested before they mature.

Typically packed in vinegar, they have a refreshingly sharp flavor.

Look for them near the capers in most supermarkets.

Easy Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Diana Chistruga

Serve with smashed red potatoes and sauteed kale.

Pack several jars at once to take to work for easy lunches throughout the week.

Quick Shrimp Scampi

Many scampi recipes involve cooking the shrimp with the other ingredients.

grilled red snapper

It’s also great with crusty bread.

Avocado Tuna Salad

Jazz up a can of tuna with this easy avocado tuna salad recipe.

Romaine hearts and cucumber offer refreshing crunch.

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Miso-Maple Salmon

White miso paste packs an umami punch to this healthy salmon recipe.

But being the mildest and sweetest variety of the gluten-free fermented paste, it won’t overpower this dish.

Chicken & Cabbage Salad Bowls with Sesame Dressing

Everything you need (just 4 ingredients!)

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to prepare a week’s worth of healthy, low-carb lunches can be found at your neighborhood grocery store.

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Avocado-Tuna Salad

Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia Bayless

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