Mix some of these delicious meals into your routine to help you stay sharp in the new year.
Charring the veggies in a cast-iron skillet adds depth of flavor.
The vegetarian filling is both sweet and savory, while the topping adds texture and freshness.

Photo: Victor Protasio
The flavorful oil is used to saute shallots, while the tomatoes get added to the cream sauce.
Serve this healthy salad for lunch or dinner.
Salmon with Lemon-Herb Orzo & Broccoli
This healthy salmon dish is as balanced as it is delicious.

Jacob Fox
One less thing to wash too!
If you are starting with a whole squash, you might toast its seeds in place of the pepitas.
Egg-in-a-Hole Fried Quinoa
We used quinoa to bump up the fiber and protein in this stir-fry-inspired dish.

Jacob Fox
Opt for a flat skillet over a wok so you have plenty of room to nestle in the eggs.
The leeks provide a savory allium note while the tomato paste, miso and cumin add bold flavor.
3-Ingredient Refried Bean & Pico de Gallo Tostadas
Making your own tostadas is easy.

Greg DuPree
Use store-bought corn tortillas, brush them with olive oil and bake to crunchy perfection!
Here we topped the tostada with refried beans and fresh pico de gallo for an easy 3-ingredient meal.
Substitute frozen asparagus (or green beans or peas) in a pinch.

Antonis Achilleos
Toss them together with prepared basil pesto for a satisfying supper.
Use these to your advantage to cut down on dinnertime prep.
Plus, this recipe requires just three ingredients, not including basics like salt, pepper and oil.

Brie Passano
We love the smoky heat from the chipotle peppers, but use less if you prefer a milder chili.
Use any colored bell pepper, just be sure to remove the seeds.
Her healthy-eating philosophy is all about making simple but flavorful protein-packed meals.

Jacob Fox
Mango juice in the vinaigrette balances the spiced salmon and roasted vegetables on these grain bowls.
The ground nuts mimic the texture of meat quite nicely.
Tuna Salad with Egg
This simple tuna salad with egg has a clean and balanced flavor.

Jacob Fox
The capers and lemon bring acidity to help everything come together and chopped arugula adds a peppery kick.
Enjoy it with greens or on a slice of your favorite whole-grain bread.
You’ll be amazed how delicious it is when you combine these three easy ingredients!

Leigh Beisch

Jason Donnelly

Fred Hardy

Sara Haas

Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RD



Kelsey Hansen

Jacob Fox

Brittany Conerly

Brittany Conerly

Ted Cavanaugh

Photography / Jennifer Causey, Styling / Ali Ramee / Audrey Davis

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