TheMediterranean dietis one of thehealthiest eating patternsaround, and it’s incredibly easy to follow.
Enjoy it with a warm baguette or steamed rice.
The sweet and tangy balsamic dressing pulls everything together, with fresh basil adding a refreshing pop of color.
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Add capers for an even bigger flavor.
Chile-Spiced Chickpea Salad
This flavorful chickpea salad gets heat from sambal oelek, a ground chile paste.
Carrots provide crunchy texture to contrast the chickpeas in this easy no-cook recipe.
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If you have it, the Parmesan cheese rind adds nuttiness and gives the broth some body.
If you avoid cheese made with rennet, look for vegetarian Parmesan cheese, which is made without it.
), these meal-prep bowls will keep you fueled all afternoon.
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The spinach and feta turkey meatballs are adapted fromTurkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatzikiby Hilary Meyer.
Look for premade tzatziki near the specialty cheeses and dips at your grocery store or make your own.
Make a double batch and freeze it for a quick healthy dinner.
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Serve the stew with couscous and steamed broccoli.
Fresh basil elevates an easy vinaigrette recipe that dresses up this simple salad into something extraordinary.
Serve this winter soup topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a side of garlic toast.
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If you’re not a fan of cilantro, mix in freshly chopped basil or dill instead.
Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables, depending on your mood.
Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili
Ground turkey and canned kidney beans combine in this easy slow-cooker turkey chili.
The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.
The leeks provide a savory allium note while the tomato paste, miso and cumin add bold flavor.
The tangy, spicy slaw adds crunch.
Wrap these up to take as a healthy and portable lunch for work.
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