Thats why my husband and I are planning on having a picnic on Sunday evening.

Instead of making our usual picnic paninis, Ill make this pasta salad.

Its deliciousandpacked with gut-friendly ingredients like veggies, chickpeas and whole-wheat pasta.

a recipe photo of the Cashew, Chickpea & Avocado Salad with Coriander-Mint-Shallot Vinaigrette

Sara Haas

Simmering the sausage and orzo together in chicken broth creates a creamy, risotto-like dish.

The farro, walnuts and spinach provide fiber, whichfeeds our gut bacteria, allowing it to flourish.

And the zesty peanut butter-lime sauce is a true delight!

Image of Crispy Salmon & Rice Bowl

Ali Redmond

Friday: Quick Chicken Fajitas

Making fajitas takes me on a trip down memory lane.

This meal gets its gut-healthy benefits from corn tortillas, colorful bell peppers and avocado.

And using thin chicken strips keeps the total cooking time under 20 minutes.

a recipe photo of the Creamy Chicken Pasta with Brussels Sprouts & Artichokes

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Ill toss some mixed greens with aSpicy Cilantro Vinaigretteto serve alongside.

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Quick Chicken Fajitas

Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower