Close Photo: Jennifer Causey These packable snack recipes are both healthy and tasty ways to stave off midday hunger. Balanced with whole grains, legumes, fruits and veggies, these dishes make it easy to follow the Mediterranean diet. TheMediterranean dietis one of thebest healthy eating patternsto follow, and it’s customizable which can help you stick with it for the long term. Prepare these snacks ahead of time for grab-and-go on busy days....

Close These healthy stuffed peppers are an easy choice for dinner. Full of protein and other nutritious vegetables, these stuffed peppers come together with just 35 minutes or less of active cooking time. Recipes like Spanakopita Stuffed Peppers and Air-Fryer Turkey Stuffed Peppers make a balanced and flavorful meal. 01of 14Chicken Parmesan & Quinoa Stuffed PeppersView RecipeChicken Parm gets a fun low-carb and gluten-free twist with these cheesy stuffed peppers with chicken and quinoa....

Close High blood pressure is a lot more common than you might expect, with about half of U.S. adultsliving with the condition. A heart-healthy lifestyle is often recommended to help lower blood pressure, and can also play a role in preventing other heart issueslike heart failure or heart attacks. With delicious ingredients that are low in sodium, like lean proteins, healthy fats and fiber-packed veggies, these dinner recipes all meetour nutrition parameters for heart health....

Close You’re going to love digging into these bright, fresh salads that come together in a matter of minutes. Each of these recipes is refreshing and tasty, the perfect salad for a hot summer day. Every salad contains less than 550 calories and more than 6 grams of fiber per serving. The low-calorie and high-fiber combo is helpful for weight loss, if that is your goal. Plus, they are packed with protein for some staying power....

Close In only 25 minutes or less, you can whip up a delicious dinner that’s well-suited for the winter season. These healthy meals take no more than three steps to prepare, making them quick and easy choices perfect for weeknights. Recipes like our Creamy White Chili with Cream Cheese and Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus Dressing will be the stars of your dinner rotation for months to come. 01of 14Creamy White Chili with Cream CheeseView RecipeThis rich, yet healthy, white chicken chili recipe comes together in a flash thanks to quick-cooking chicken thighs and canned white beans....

Close Photo: Jennifer Causey Fall has different meanings to everyone, and one of the things it means to me is football season. So much so that one of my favorite memories from growing up was watching my family’s favorite team with my brothers and dad on the living room couch. Since going to college at Michigan State University (go green!), football has become synonymous with tailgates and hosting. And the one thing thatreallymakes the tailgate is the food....

Close Photo: Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis Whether you’re hosting a get-together or you need a dish to bake-and-take elsewhere, these casserole recipes are the perfect options to feed a crowd. Each casserole serves at least 8, making them the perfect main or sides for a gathering. Plus, with only three steps or less to prepare, these dishes are especially easy to make. Recipes like our Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole and Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole are crowd-pleasing choices that’ll make everyone grab seconds....

Close Photo: Dera Burreson These bowls of soup are perfect for snuggling up with on a cool fall evening. They also embrace the season’s flavors—think carrots, cauliflower, butternut squash and pumpkin. With four and five star ratings, it’s no surprise that recipes like our Slow-Cooker Curried Butternut Squash Soup and Stuffed Pepper Soup are so delicious, you’ll want to make them forever. 01of 14Slow-Cooker Curried Butternut Squash SoupView RecipeDera BurresonSkip the roasting in this butternut squash soup recipe and let your slow cooker do the work instead....

Close Photo: Victor Protasio 01of 14Mbatata (Sweet Potato Cookies)Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoAccording to contributors Tia and Matthew Raiford, their Kwanzaa celebration wouldn’t be complete without Mbatata cookies. Mbatata cookies are made with sweet potatoes and originated in Mawali. They are heart-shaped to represent the location of Malawi within the African continent—in the center and the heart of the land.View Recipe 01of 14 Mbatata (Sweet Potato Cookies) Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco...

Close Beat the summer heat this Fourth of July with these yummy frozen drinks! No matter how you celebrate, we can all agree that a frosty cold beverage makes everything better. From zesty cocktails like Frozen Key Lime Pie Margaritas to cooling Blueberry Lemonade Slushies, there are plenty of options for everyone to enjoy this holiday! 01of 14 Frozen Key Lime Pie Margaritas View Recipe 02of 14Mango Raspberry SmoothieAli RedmondA squeeze of lemon juice adds bright flavor to this frozen fruit smoothie....

Close Photo: Giadzy, Getty Images / Noam Galai This mix of dishes from Giada De Laurentiis' cookbooks and food blog prove that she’s a true pro when it comes to whipping up delicious, accessible recipes. Whether it’s a simple dessert that starts with a box of grocery store cake mix or a five-ingredient pasta that everyone will want to dig into, there’s something for every palate. Recipes like Giada’s Banana Bread Brownies and Vegetable Parmesan are the kind of tasty classics we return to again and again....

Close Transform that package of ground beef in your fridge into a delicious meal. These dinners are low-calorie and high-fiber, so you canhit your nutritional goalsand enjoy something light but satisfying at the end of the day. Whether you’re in the mood for a simple baked potato or a spicy bowl of chili, these meals are here for you. Try recipes like our Stuffed Pepper Soup or Chili-Topped Sweet Potatoes for your next healthy dinner....

Close Photo: Jen Causey Start your day with one of these gut-healthy meals. In 15 minutes or less, you can enjoy a breakfast that’s packed withprebiotic-rich foodslike bananas, garlic and oats andprobiotic ingredientslike yogurt and kefir to help you feel your best. You (and your gut) are sure to love recipes like our Creamy Blueberry-Pecan Oatmeal and Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries for a quick, delicious and nutritious morning meal....

CloseAll you need is 5 minutes to whip up one of these nutritious breakfast recipes. Highlighting prebiotic and probiotic-rich ingredients likebananas, kefir, watermelon and yogurtin each bite, these easy breakfasts can help support your gut health and healthy digestion. Recipes like our Apple & Peanut Butter Toast and Creamy Strawberry Smoothie are quick and healthy choices for busy mornings.01of 14Apple & Peanut Butter ToastView RecipeA pinch of ground cardamom punches up the flavor in this classic combo of apples and peanut butter on toast....

ClosePhoto:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyBlendprebiotic foodslike bananas and raspberries withprobiotic-rich ingredientslike kefir and Greek yogurt, and you get these delicious, gut-healthy smoothies. Packed with fiber and at least15 grams of proteinper serving, each refreshing recipe helps you feel satisfied for longer. Plus, the protein in these meals alsosupports muscle recovery and bone healthto help you feel your best. Sips and spoonfuls like our Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Shake and Acai Bowl are the perfect to enjoy for breakfast or lunch....