18 Healthy Vegetarian Lunch Ideas for Work

These vegetarian lunch ideas are a surefire way to start the week on a healthy note. Pack several jars at once to take to work for easy lunches throughout the week. Look for precooked lentils in the refrigerated section of the produce department. The tangy, spicy slaw adds crunch. Wrap these up to take as a healthy and portable lunch for work. Get a serving of fruit too, when you enjoy the sandwich with a fresh pear....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Kimberly Collier

18 Heart-Healthy Dinner Recipes to Help Lower Cholesterol

One great way to prioritize your heart health is by keeping your cholesterol in check. Thankfully, several foodscan help lower cholesterol, including salmon, beans, avocados, nuts and garlic. These dinners showcase these heart-healthy ingredients while beinglower in sodium and saturated fatto help you meet your nutritional goals. Jason Donnelly Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad. Eggs are the base of the creamy sauce....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Nathaniel Huff

18 Heart-Healthy Snacks Ready in 5 Minutes

Take it from us: snacks dont have to be difficult to make to be delicious and healthy. These flavorful bites are ready in a quick 5 minutes. If making this as a to-go snack, keep the cereal separate and top just before eating. EatingWell If you don’t have cannellini beans, chickpeas work just as well. Serve this tasty dip alongside veggies, crackers, pita or pretzels. It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Angela Miller

18 Heart-Healthy Soups That You'll Want to Make Forever

Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad. Top with a dollop of pesto before devouring this delicious skinny vegetable soup. Cream of Turkey & Wild Rice Soup Got leftover cooked chicken or turkey? Photo: Carson Downing Cook up a pot of soup! This recipe is a healthier twist on a classic creamy turkey and wild rice soup that hails from Minnesota. Serve with a crisp romaine salad and whole-grain bread....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 292 words · Tyler Hall

18 Heart-Healthy Vegetarian Lunch Recipes

Each dish is brimming with nutritious,vegetarian foodslike beans and legumes, whole grains and leafy greens. Plus, they earn ourheart-healthy nutrition tagfor having low amounts of sodium and saturated fats. Make our Veggie & Hummus Sandwich for those days when youre crunched for time. Photo:Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables, depending on your mood....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Misty Adams

18 High Blood Pressure-Friendly Dinners to Make This Winter

These comforting dinners are perfect for chilly nights in. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad. Look for herbes de Provence, an aromatic spice blend, at most grocery stores. The stuffed cabbage leaves gently bake in a simple tomato sauce. This easy stuffed cabbage recipe can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving. To make individual pies, use six 10-ounce ramekins....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 197 words · Jacob Frank

18 High-Blood Pressure Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less

Giving lemons a quick sizzle in the skillet amps up the flavor of this piccata-inspired dish. The heat helps release even more citrus juice and sweetens it too. When shopping for scallops, look for ones labeled “dry.” Like the name suggests, it’s all cooked on one pan. The potatoes get a head start, followed by sweet bell peppers and finally chili-coated salmon fillets. It’s a complete meal with easy cleanup!...

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Abigail Bradley

18 High-Fiber Dinners to Help Lower Blood Pressure

Managing your blood pressure doesnt have to mean sacrificing delicious meals, and these dinner recipes are proof! Each dish ispacked with potassiumandlower in sodiumto help promote healthy blood pressure levels. Pack these ahead to keep on hand for easy meal-prep lunches or dinners on busy nights. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey Serve with the simple peanut sauce for an easy dinner recipe that will impress kids and adults alike....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 272 words · Michael Howard

18 High-Fiber, Gluten Free Dinners to Keep You Full Until Bedtime

Say goodbye to the midnight munchies with these healthy and tasty dinner recipes. Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang. Also called chana masala, this dish is a comforting and delicious dinner. Photo: Jacob Fox Using frozen riced cauliflower instead of rice reduces the carb contentand makes for quicker prep. To make it a full, satisfying dinner, serve over cooked brown rice. If you like a spicy kick, add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce at the end....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Shannon Castaneda

18 High-Protein Breakfasts That Start with Eggs

Protein is a necessary nutrientfor every function in your body. It also helps keep you full and satisfied. And eggs are a source of complete proteinand one of the most affordable ones. Photo: Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN And did you know that egg yolk has antioxidants? Spinach and Cheddar cheese make these eggs even more filling. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days to reheat on demand....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 340 words · Jerry Norman

18 High-Protein Chicken Skillet Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less

All of these dishes highlight chicken as one of the main ingredients. These recipes take no more than 30 minutes to make, so theyre perfect for busier evenings. Its ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. Photo:Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco The shallots, garlic and thyme add aroma and flavor to the dish. Thin-cut chicken cutlets are key for getting dinner on the table quickly....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 377 words · Melissa Schmidt

18 High-Protein Dinners to Make Ahead for Busy Weeks

Looking for easy choices for dinner this week? Try the recipes in this roundup. Make a double batch and freeze it for a quick healthy dinner. Katie Webster Serve the stew with couscous and steamed broccoli. Stuffed Cabbage Soup Like stuffed cabbage? You’ll love this easy cabbage soup. It’s got all of the classic flavors of stuffed cabbage without all the fuss of stuffing. Serve over creamy polenta or buttered whole-wheat egg noodles....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Donald Odonnell

18 High-Protein Lentil Dinners You'll Want to Make Forever

Get thoselentilsout of your pantry to make one of these satisfying dinners. Lentils are a nutrient-denselegumethat can be used in anything from soups and stews to stuffed peppers and shepherds pie. Plus, youll find lentils contribute to the15 grams of proteinor more per serving in each of these meals. Antonis Achilleos This protein can help to supportsatiety, muscle recovery and bone healthto keep you feeling your best. If you have it, the Parmesan cheese rind adds nuttiness and gives the broth some body....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Samantha Jacobs