Healthy recipes

Sauté mushrooms with artichoke hearts, asparagus, carrots, and tomatoes and serve with green spinach fettuccine pasta for a delicious and filling vegetarian lunch. You can make...

The main ingredient in these muffins is creamed spinach, which is often served as a holiday side dish. Leftover creamed spinach can be used to make these muffins the next day without...

This bright green drink is an easy way to get your daily dose of healthy fresh spinach! Add mint leaves and frozen pineapple chunks to transform the spinach into a fun...

Make a simple syrup from black tea, flavored with cardamom and anise, and brush it over the salmon fillets before grilling. Set some of the tea syrup aside for serving. The fish...

These vegan Mexican tamales are filled with butternut squash and portobello mushrooms and are rich and flavorful. It's all thanks to the homemade two-chili sauce...

This low-fat, dairy-free version of classic American mac 'n' cheese gets the flavor right with velvety yellow sauce, mashed cauliflower, vegan cheddar, and turmeric. And to...

These soft, chewy cookies are filled with chocolate chips and topped with sea salt flakes for a wonderful sweet-salty combination. Made without wheat flour,...

A delicate cheesecake with a subtle rose aroma on a crisp, chopped pecan crust, served with a topping of fresh strawberries drizzled with honey. Add the berries just before serving.

Winter ratatouille is made with winter vegetables, including squash, sweet potatoes, and potatoes, and topped with canned tomatoes in their own juice. Seasonal vegetables not only make the stew healthy and nutritious,...

This hearty winter soup is quick and easy to make using pantry and freezer supplies, perfect for those times when the weather is bad and you don't feel like leaving the house. All you need is some potatoes and...

The secret to these fluffy two-ingredient brownies is to separate the eggs into whites and yolks, beat the whites until stiff peaks form, and carefully fold them into the chocolate. This will give the brownies a...

Most of the ingredients in this quick sweet potato stew can be swapped out, meaning you're sure to have everything you need in your fridge and pantry for a delicious and healthy dinner. The key here is...

This vegetarian recipe was inspired by classic homemade chicken dumpling soup. The chicken broth was replaced with vegetable broth, and the shredded chicken was replaced with chickpeas, which are also rich in protein. In fact...

A gorgeous summer dish on a baking sheet. Warm roasted vegetables and bulgur are served with fresh escarole, softening its flavor and texture, while balsamic vinaigrette adds a finishing sweet note. If you...

These reduced-fat muffins look just like classic American chocolate chip cookies! The combination of low-fat sour cream and applesauce makes them soft and moist...

This chia seed pudding is unlike any other! This sweetened dessert, flavored with rosewater and cardamom, will delight you with subtle, pleasant floral notes. And the fiber found in...

Instead of a traditional smoothie for breakfast, make a bowl of green salad. A green smoothie is the perfect breakfast for those on the go, but you can also enjoy the same ingredients at a leisurely pace...

For a simple yet delicious and festive side dish, simply toss blanched green beans with a blended walnut sauce made with parsley and lemon zest.

This dish owes its magnificent flavor to the Moroccan seasoning ras el hanout. It's quite versatile and works well with both meat and vegetables. Rub it over chicken breasts and fry for...

A Moroccan spice blend, ras el hanout, imbues this vegetarian tofu dish with a vibrant flavor that will bring the whole family together in the kitchen. Simmer the tofu in a rich, herb-infused sauce with tomatoes and olives, and...

What makes this couscous truly delicious is the Moroccan blend of 12 spices. Add it to the couscous while it's steaming, and then a little more to the finished side dish, for an incredibly fragrant and...

Use a vegetable peeler to slice the carrots into long ribbons for a beautiful Moroccan-style salad. The carrots' natural sweetness is perfectly complemented by golden raisins and spicy coriander...

This hummus is made with steamed carrots, cumin, and orange mixed with traditional chickpeas and tahini, resulting in a smooth, slightly sweet, and light hummus. Greek yogurt adds a touch of...

This delicious dessert from Jeff Mauro features smooth homemade chocolate ice cream made with silken tofu and coconut milk, topped with a homemade berry sauce. The sauce is quick and easy to make...

Aina's 5-ingredient dish is baked in the oven instead of deep-fried, meaning you can enjoy it guilt-free. What's the secret to a crispy crust without deep-frying? Light brown sugar helps...

Cooked quinoa and millet are tossed with sautéed shiitake mushrooms, corn, and fresh herbs in a lemon-olive oil dressing. This makes a healthy whole-grain side dish for meat.

Homemade jam has never been easier to make! Mash your favorite seasonal berries until almost smooth, then add sugar, pectin, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Don't cook...

Think granola can only be sweet and topped with dried fruit? One spoonful of this Asian-inspired, umami-flavored granola will make you a lifelong fan of savory granola. Besides the oats,...

Steaming vegetables preserves the maximum amount of beneficial micronutrients and vitamins. To ensure your steamed vegetables are not only healthy but also delicious, season them with hot sesame oil and...

This recipe is perfect for those who love egg rolls but want to cut back on carbs. It features the same crisp vegetables, savory pork, and sweet and spicy sauce, plus some...

This hearty Asian-inspired bowl is a perfectly balanced, complete meal with healthy carbs, fiber, and protein. It's also delicious. Brown rice is served with stir-fried napa cabbage,...

Natural maple syrup and the brine from a jar of pickled cherry peppers combine in a skillet to create the perfect sweet and tart glaze for roasted vegetables. Toss in broccoli,...

If radicchio salad's bitterness bothers you, give it another chance, as it's rich in antioxidants, fiber, and an excellent source of vitamin K. In this recipe, radicchio's bitterness is balanced...

A delicious vegetarian take on protein-rich pasta. It's made with chickpeas and pecorino cheese in a light tomato sauce, and each serving is topped with crispy breadcrumbs and...

Forget plain buttered pasta for dinner! Instead, try this vegetable-packed buttered pasta version that's ready in minutes and kids will love, even...

This recipe makes it easy to whip up a midweek dinner. Dark green broccoli, spinach, and parsley are tossed with butter, then the green butter is just...

"When I was growing up in India, masala cheese toast was a common breakfast item," recalls Manit Chauhan. "It was made with Amul processed cheese, the only processed cheese available in...

This creamy soup makes a delicious first course or appetizer for a holiday dinner. It's also a smart way to use up roasted vegetables after the holidays. The combination of three orange vegetables...

The name "acio e uova" translates from Italian as "cheese and eggs." This Neapolitan dish is traditionally made with short, tubular pasta in a thick, creamy sauce. As in...

Replace bread with toasted sweet potato slices, spread with ricotta, garnish with berries and flaked almonds, and drizzle with honey. Delicious and healthy, gluten-free toast also makes a great dessert...

Fluffy Belgian waffles drizzled with syrup or jam are perfect for a Sunday brunch. Sweet potato waffles are an easy way to incorporate more vegetables into your family's diet, ensuring...

Pakora is a vegetarian Indian snack made of battered, deep-fried vegetables. Recipe author Nidhi Jalan calls these vegetables the "tempura" of Indian cuisine. The chickpea flour batter, filled with...

These delicious and healthy sandwiches are perfect for breakfast or a mid-day snack. Mash sweet potatoes with tahini, spread on crispy multigrain toast, and top with...

Enjoy the delicious combination of sweet sweet potatoes, rich nuts, and Moroccan ras el hanout in this flavorful holiday salad. Pomegranate seeds and white grapes add juiciness and...

"Chaat with sweet potato pakora is my take on traditional Indian chaat," shares Chef Manit Chauhan. "Chaat means 'to lick' in Hindi. Indeed, after this combination..."

Have you ever made a fantastic, easy gluten-free pizza dough? Probably not. Meet these mini pizzas with hashbrown crusts! They're completely gluten-free and made from scratch...

The rich and complex flavor of these vegetarian tacos comes from a combination of several types of wild mushrooms and black-roasted poblano peppers. Roast them directly over a gas burner...

Tofu pudding (also known as dou fu hua) has a light, fresh flavor and an incredibly soft texture—softer than silken tofu! It's a great complement to any palate, from...