Every recipe in this roundup features prebiotic-rich ingredients like fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds and whole grains. So keep a batch of our Lemon-Blueberry Oatmeal Bars ready to grab from the fridge. If you cant find baby kale, baby spinach will work well in its place. Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Banana adds natural sweetness. If you want it a little sweeter, just a touch of honey will do the trick....
Use your favorite store-bought jar to make our Pesto Ravioli with Spinach & Tomatoes. Or, make your very own pesto with recipes like our Skillet Salmon with Orzo & Green Pea Pesto. Serve the salmon with extra lemon wedges and a dollop of plain yogurt, if desired. Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Turkey, Pesto & Broccoli Pasta This easy pasta recipe is a weeknight dinner lifesaver....
This February, whip up something healthy and tasty by trying one of these dinners. You’ll have a warming winter soup on the table in no time! Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Take taco night to a new level with sweet potato taco “shells.” Brie Passano Tender sweet potatoes pair perfectly with spicy taco meat, creamy cheese and crisp lettuce. Let everyone customize their taco potato with their favorite toppings. Add apple-chicken sausage, tender greens and lots of caramelized onions....
Summer Shrimp Salad Use an array of colorful tomatoes to make this healthy shrimp salad pop. Chickpeas and edamame add substance, and an herb-filled buttermilk-avocado dressing makes this salad really special. Cabbage, Tofu & Edamame Salad Craving crunch? Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Bite into this salad loaded with crisp red cabbage, edamame, bamboo shoots and chow mein noodles. This salad is lightly sweetened with baked tofu, mandarin oranges and sesame vinaigrette....
A dark-chocolate drizzle adds more intense chocolate flavor. Adding the chickpeas right before serving will keep them crunchy. If you want to store everything in one jar, opt for 1/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas instead. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower An addictively crunchy snack that’s actually good for you. If you don’t have cannellini beans, chickpeas work just as well. Serve this tasty dip alongside veggies, crackers, pita or pretzels....
If you prefer, you could ditch the wrap and enjoy the filling as a salad instead. If you’re free to’t find a hearty mix, go with broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts. To keep the ingredients from getting soggy, dress this salad and top it with peanuts just before serving. Photo:Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco This healthy chicken soup can be made in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker....
Plus, they take advantage of delicious summer produce like tomatoes, corn, zucchini and more. Slow-Roasted Tomatoes Slowly cooking summer-ripe tomatoes in a low oven makes them candy-sweet. you’ve got the option to also double the recipe and bring it to your next potluck. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Store-bought Thai sweet chili sauce and umami-packed white miso build fast flavor in this easy summer salad. Here, grilled eggplant acts like a sponge, soaking in that addictive sweet-sour sauce as it rests....
If you have time, consider grilling or broiling the corn for a few minutes for additional flavor. Thawed frozen corn can be used in place of fresh. Cucumber Salad Sandwich Who said you couldn’t put a salad on a sandwich? Sara Haas Flavor this creamy cucumber filling with your favorite fresh herbs, tangy feta cheese and lemon. If you like crispy bread, toast it first for extra crunch. Serve with wild rice or roasted potatoes....
These dinners are just what youd want on a beautiful spring evening. Nutritious ingredients like broccoli, carrots and collard greens give these dishes a seasonal flair youre sure to love. Pea Soup This simple pea soup recipe makes an elegant start to a spring meal. Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley It’s also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak....
Slow-Cooker Three-Bean Chili Mac Chili meets mac and cheese in this fix-it-and-forget-it slow-cooker dinner. Slow-Cooker Chicken & Chickpea Soup This set-it-and-forget-it slow-cooker soup recipe is just that. Using bone-in chicken thighs is the key to making rich soup without adding broth. Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Frozen artichoke hearts have less sodium than canned, but canned can be used in their place. Just be sure to give them a good rinse before adding them to the slow cooker....
American Goulash American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can cook in just one pot. Serve over whole-wheat egg noodles or mashed potatoes. Diana Chistruga Serve with a crunchy green salad. Chicken sausage with feta is especially good in this recipe. Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang....
These delicious side dishes are full of tasty seasonal produce like carrots, cauliflower and sweet potatoes. Cauliflower is mashed, then mixed with cheese and given a crispy breadcrumb coating before being baked. These healthy cauliflower tater tots make a delicious side dish or appetizer. Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce. The sweet potatoes and lightened saucemade with flour and low-fat milkkeep it healthier than butter- and cream-laden versions....
If youre someone who prefers a lighter midday meal, these lunch recipes are worth adding to your menu! Whether youre in the mood for a veggie-packed sandwich. refreshing salad or flavorful wrap, there are countless options that will suit any occasion. Ali Redmond Our combination of hummus, avocado, feta and veggies is satisfying and tasty. Hummus adds plant-based protein and keeps the wrap from getting dry. Instead of corn, we flavor cucumber slices with cotija cheese, lime and cilantro for a tasty filling....
