Try a healthy twist on Southern favorites like fried pork chops, macaroni and cheese, and gumbo.
Load up on fresh veggies with our Farmer’s Market Pasta Salad or Field Pea Fattoush Salad.
Garnish with sliced almonds for an extra protein punch.
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We even snuck in a vegetable serving with chopped spinach.
Serve with a side salad loaded with fresh veggies.
This delicious French cooking method is incredibly healthy to boot.
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Serve over hot cooked couscous for a flavorful and refreshing meal.
This simple chicken salad is a delicious and easy way to show them off.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices.
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Skinless chicken breasts topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil roast alongside green beans and corn.
The vegetables can be coated with an optional herb butter after baking.
White wine vinegar, capers, and lemon juice add a refreshing touch.
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We highly recommend using seafood fresh off the boat.
Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, and radishes for great taste and texture.
The recipe uses skinless chicken thighs for rich flavor with less fat.
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Lots of fresh herbs and a tablespoon of lemon juice make this soup especially bright.
Toasted sesame seeds provide the final touch to this tasty dish.
Slow Cooker Chipotle-Tomato Soup
Tomato soup gets a kick from a chipotle pepper in thiseasy slow-cooker recipe.
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Add more pepper if you want to amp up the spice.
Garnish each colorful bowl with toasted tortilla strips, green cilantro leaves, and a dollop of sour cream.
Each fillet bakes in its own juices with capers, lemon, marinated artichoke hearts, and dill.
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Thinly sliced new potatoes nestle underneath and absorb all the flavor.
Serve the vegetable-packed chicken stew over whole-wheat pasta or farro for a serving of whole grains.
This frittata is studded with potato wedges and topped with dollops of ricotta cheese for a filling meal.
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Use whole-milk or low-fat ricotta, depending on your preference.
The smoky, herbal flavors are complemented by sweet corn and peaches.
Use penne pasta or try cheese tortellini.
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The sugar snap peas aren’t cooked, allowing their springy flavor to really come through.
Serve with lemon wedges and a side of roasted potatoes.
Serve with rice or warm tortillas.
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Vegetarian Skillet Chili
With thisskillet recipeyou’ll have a spicy bowl of chili in just 30 minutes.
A tasty blend of mushrooms and white beans stands in for the meat, adding plenty of heartiness.
Use your favorite toppings, such as avocado, Cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
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We lightened up the recipe with reduced-fat ingredients.
Add fresh greens to your plate for extra goodness.
You’ll enjoy every mouthful of meat flavored with a smoky dry rub and maple-chipotle barbecue sauce.
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You wouldn’t guess it from the flavorful ginger and chili-garlic sauce.
Frozen vegetables aren’t required; you might substitute any fresh vegetables you’d like.
Slow Cooker Turkey Chili With Quinoa
Quinoa is a smart addition to this simple-to-prepare turkey chili.
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The whole grain is packed with nutrients and makes for a hearty, filling meal.
Roast the squash cut side down for great caramelized color and tenderness.
Then stuff the squash with savory farro, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy almonds for a final bake.
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The florets are dipped in batter and oven-baked, then dipped in wing sauce.
Serve with a low-fat ranch dressing or just enjoy them as is.
This recipe includes a side of riced cauliflower simmered in tasty coconut milk.
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A squeeze of lime juice, chopped cilantro, and toasted coconut chips make it a complete tropical meal.
A sprinkle of chopped peanuts adds even more crunch and nutty flavor.
Mushrooms and beans provide meaty texture and a savory cheese sauce ties the colorful layers together.
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This recipe is vegetarian comfort food at its finest.
The kale is tossed with pistachios and a cucumber salad for a tangy-sweet flavor and crunch.
Plus, leftovers can be reheated in a toaster oven.
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Serve with steamed rice and salad for a complete meal.
Burrito Bowls
Give your brown rice Southwestern flair with a delicious burrito bowl.
Top with pico de gallo, sour cream, and your favorite veggies.
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This recipe doesn’t require a roux, as the okra gives it the traditional dark color.
Use fresh okra in the summer or frozen if it’s out of season.
Use a variety of heirloom and cherry tomatoes for a range of color and flavor.
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you’ve got the option to substitute other greens, such as arugula, for the spinach.
A coating of apple cider vinaigrette adds tanginess to the sweet flavors.
For good results, use microwaveable rice and cover fully with the other ingredients.
This quick dish gets cooked in one skillet, providing plenty of flavor with little mess.
To prevent the shrimp from becoming rubbery, remove them from heat the moment they turn pink.
Marinated chicken thighs add plenty of protein.
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Punch up the flavor with a yogurt-tahini sauce blended with garlic, herbs, and lemon juice.
We recommend using good-quality tuna packed in oil for more flavor and better texture.
Combined with a cabbage slaw and chargrilled tortillas, you might’t go wrong with this meal.
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Turkey Meatloaf
Try out this less fatty and more flavorful version of the old standby.
Where does all that flavor come from?
A combination of ground turkey and ground turkey sausage, plus Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs.
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We still include the ketchup-based sauce, but mixed with tomato sauce for more freshness.
The light and silky sauce is only requires reserved pasta water and Parmesan.
Sprinkle with more cheese and basil, and you’ve got a tasty seaside meal.
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Then the salmon is brushed with a pineapple-soy glaze for the traditional teriyaki flavor.
Serve with brown rice and oven-roasted Brussels sprouts and mushrooms.
White Chicken Chili
The slow cooker does most of the work in this one-step, dump-and-gochili recipe.
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This meal is hearty enough on its own, but also delicious with a crusty slice of cornbread.
This recipe serves four but can easily be doubled for a big family grill-out.
The pasta cooks right in the pan with chicken stock, making preparation very easy.
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White vinegar and red pepper flakes make this savory dish slightly snappy.
Butternut squash, shredded vegan cheese, and dairy-free yogurt create the creamy texture.
Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, slightly nutty flavor that will leave you craving more.
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This recipe is bright and fresh from mint leaves, lemon, and ground sumac.
Crisp romaine and toasted pita provide crunch, while the field peas provide the earthy-tasting protein.
you’re free to also add chicken or fish to this salad.
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Italian Turkey Meatball Soup
Traditional wedding soup can be made quickly thanks to frozen turkey meatballs.
Stir in baby spinach to get in your greens and top with lovely curls of Parmesan.
For a vegetarian version, just leave out the meat and swap in vegetable stock instead.
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This is a versatile meal that can include any number of garden-fresh veggies.
Sheet Pan Fajitas
Skip standing over a hot skillet with this easy recipe for Sheet Pan Fajitas.
A squeeze of lime juice later, you’ll be eating your favoriteTex-Mex meal.
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Stir in spinach before serving for a delicious helping of greens.
The dressing adds a ton of personality by incorporating pickling liquid along with lemon and mustard.
Blackened Shrimp Rice Bowls
Grilled poblano-yogurt dressing makes these tastyrice bowlstruly remarkable.
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The smoky dressing heightens the flavors of grilled corn, blackened shrimp, and creamy avocado slices.
This recipe can easily transition to a salad for a lighter option.
Add white beans for a heartier option.
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Garnish with fresh tomatoes, olives, and feta for the final touch.
Kale-And-Chicken Salad With Jalapeno-Lime Dressing
This main dish salad is packed with healthy greens and protein.
Save time in the kitchenwith a rotisserie chickenand a bag of pre-shredded cabbage.
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A touch of honey in the spicy and tangy dressing complements the sweet and salty honey-roasted peanuts.
Minced garlic, fresh thyme, and lemon juice provide all the flavor this dish needs.
Use microwaveable rice to get dinner on the table fast, or pull out your rice cooker.
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Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup
Smoked chicken and fire-roasted tomatoes add warmth to this chicken tortilla soup.
But the secret ingredient, New Mexico chile powder, is a regional touch that sets it apart.
This summery recipe includes yellow squash, bell peppers, corn kernels,black-eyed peas, and heirloom tomatoes.
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Keep toasted pecans on hand on a regular basis for this salad and other meals.
Just use a meat thermometer to keep the tenderloin from overcooking.
In this recipe, the shaved fennel and zucchini salad will add zest and color to your plate.
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This zingy combination results in a meal with plenty of crunch, creaminess, and heartiness.
Serve it alongside grilled meats or enjoy the salad as a main dish.
Baked Sheet Pan Salmon With Potatoes And Tomatoes
Feel like French tonight?
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Try this recipe for salmon crusted with Dijon mustard, bread crumbs, and herbs de Provence.
A simple homemade vinaigrette completes this no-fuss meal (save any leftovers for a nice nicoise salad).
And of course, substituting other whole grains or greens is always an option.
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This dish can be aweeknight supperor a side for special occasions.
Top with plain yogurt and chopped pecans for a beautiful finish.
The combination is especially sweet when nestled on top of peppery arugula and drizzled with honey-mustard dressing.
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Grilled baguette slices make the perfect croutons.
Pea tendrils taste just like the peas and make an unexpected and charming garnish.
This recipe gets its smoky flavor from a dry rub and a good sear in a cast-iron skillet.
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The chard has a milder flavor than most greens, which should hey any picky eaters in the family.
Serve a basket of warm, homemade bread with the soup and you have a complete and hearty dinner.
We’ve subbed in sweet potatoes for carrots to pack in even more nutrients and balance out the acidity.
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Use pre-cooked chicken if you want to save on time.
Use a medium-sized sugar or pie pumpkin, or try butternut squash instead.
This dish can also be made with sweet bell peppers.
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For easy peeling, seal the char-grilled peppers inside a plastic bag to steam and loosen the skins.
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