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The Mediterranean diet is one of thehealthiest diets you can follow for gut health. It encourages the intake ofprebiotic-richvegetables and fruit, as well as probiotic foods like yogurt.These ingredientshappen to also be really great supporters of a healthy gut, which is why we’ve packed them into these sheet-pan dinners.From spiced legumes over yogurt to garlicky chicken fajita bowls, each of these dinnertime options is packed with at least6 grams of fiberto help promote a healthy microbiome. We’re sure you’re going to love flavorful and nutritious recipes like our Roasted Gnocchi & Brussels Sprouts with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette and Ginger-Tahini Oven-Baked Salmon & Vegetables.

The Mediterranean diet is one of thehealthiest diets you can follow for gut health. It encourages the intake ofprebiotic-richvegetables and fruit, as well as probiotic foods like yogurt.These ingredientshappen to also be really great supporters of a healthy gut, which is why we’ve packed them into these sheet-pan dinners.

From spiced legumes over yogurt to garlicky chicken fajita bowls, each of these dinnertime options is packed with at least6 grams of fiberto help promote a healthy microbiome. We’re sure you’re going to love flavorful and nutritious recipes like our Roasted Gnocchi & Brussels Sprouts with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette and Ginger-Tahini Oven-Baked Salmon & Vegetables.

01of 15Roasted Gnocchi & Brussels Sprouts with Meyer Lemon VinaigretteIn this quick vegetarian dinner recipe, you can skip boiling the gnocchi–they’ll cook through while roasting on the sheet pan with the rest of the ingredients. If you can’t find Meyer lemons, use 1 small regular lemon in Step 2 and use 4 teaspoons lemon juice and 2 teaspoons orange juice in Step 4.View Recipe

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Roasted Gnocchi & Brussels Sprouts with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

Roasted Gnocchi & Brussels Sprouts with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

In this quick vegetarian dinner recipe, you can skip boiling the gnocchi–they’ll cook through while roasting on the sheet pan with the rest of the ingredients. If you can’t find Meyer lemons, use 1 small regular lemon in Step 2 and use 4 teaspoons lemon juice and 2 teaspoons orange juice in Step 4.

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02of 15Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato FajitasGreg DupreeThese vegetarian sheet-pan sweet potato fajitas are mild and tender with a little bit of char from the broiler. The colorful toppings add freshness and texture.View Recipe

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Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato Fajitas

Greg Dupree

Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato Fajitas

These vegetarian sheet-pan sweet potato fajitas are mild and tender with a little bit of char from the broiler. The colorful toppings add freshness and texture.

03of 15Spaghetti Squash & Chicken with Avocado PestoGive pesto pasta a healthy makeover with this easy recipe that combines low-carb spaghetti squash with high-protein chicken breast. Top this powerhouse combo with homemade basil pesto that gets a creamy upgrade from ripe avocados to complete a mouthwatering chicken dinner.View Recipe

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Spaghetti Squash & Chicken with Avocado Pesto

Spaghetti Squash & Chicken with Avocado Pesto

Give pesto pasta a healthy makeover with this easy recipe that combines low-carb spaghetti squash with high-protein chicken breast. Top this powerhouse combo with homemade basil pesto that gets a creamy upgrade from ripe avocados to complete a mouthwatering chicken dinner.

04of 15Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita BowlsSkip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked on the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make and the cleanup is easy too.View Recipe

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Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

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Skip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked on the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make and the cleanup is easy too.

05of 15Ginger-Tahini Oven-Baked Salmon & VegetablesThe tahini sauce does double duty in this healthy salmon recipe, serving as a glaze for the fish and also as a drizzle for the entire dish at the end of cooking. The green beans are cooked just slightly in this recipe, to still be crisp. If you like your green beans tenderer, look for thinner beans or haricot verts in the grocery store; they’ll cook more quickly. This sheet-pan dinner recipe is not only delicious–it also comes together with just 25 minutes of active prep time, and there’s only one pan to clean up afterwards!View Recipe

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Ginger-Tahini Oven-Baked Salmon & Vegetables

The tahini sauce does double duty in this healthy salmon recipe, serving as a glaze for the fish and also as a drizzle for the entire dish at the end of cooking. The green beans are cooked just slightly in this recipe, to still be crisp. If you like your green beans tenderer, look for thinner beans or haricot verts in the grocery store; they’ll cook more quickly. This sheet-pan dinner recipe is not only delicious–it also comes together with just 25 minutes of active prep time, and there’s only one pan to clean up afterwards!

06of 15Maple-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Wedges and Brussels SproutsThis easy sheet-pan recipe brings together many fall favorites into a hearty dinner.View Recipe

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Maple-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Wedges and Brussels Sprouts

Maple-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Wedges and Brussels Sprouts

This easy sheet-pan recipe brings together many fall favorites into a hearty dinner.

07of 15Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Broccoli & White BeansPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PursellThis effortless dish comes together on two baking sheets for easy preparation and a fast cleanup. A blend of lemon and broccoli mixes with tender gnocchi and rich cannellini beans, all brought together with a generous drizzle of olive oil. For an added protein boost, toss in some shrimp or flaked cooked salmon.View Recipe

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Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Broccoli & White Beans

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

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This effortless dish comes together on two baking sheets for easy preparation and a fast cleanup. A blend of lemon and broccoli mixes with tender gnocchi and rich cannellini beans, all brought together with a generous drizzle of olive oil. For an added protein boost, toss in some shrimp or flaked cooked salmon.

08of 15Cauliflower NachosIndulge your nacho cravings with this healthy vegetarian nacho recipe that’s loaded with vegetables (thanks in part to roasted cauliflower standing in for chips) and protein-packed beans, and has a lot more fiber than traditional nachos. These baked cauliflower nachos, piled with guacamole, melty cheese, fresh pico de gallo and avocado, are great as an appetizer or could be eaten as a light dinner.View Recipe

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Cauliflower Nachos

Cauliflower Nachos

Indulge your nacho cravings with this healthy vegetarian nacho recipe that’s loaded with vegetables (thanks in part to roasted cauliflower standing in for chips) and protein-packed beans, and has a lot more fiber than traditional nachos. These baked cauliflower nachos, piled with guacamole, melty cheese, fresh pico de gallo and avocado, are great as an appetizer or could be eaten as a light dinner.

09of 15Salmon & Sweet Potato Grain BowlsDominic PerriHarissa adds heat to this healthy grain bowl recipe without needing a long list of ingredients. Just 5 ingredients is all you need to get dinner (or a packable lunch) on the table in under an hour!View Recipe

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Salmon & Sweet Potato Grain Bowls

Dominic Perri

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Harissa adds heat to this healthy grain bowl recipe without needing a long list of ingredients. Just 5 ingredients is all you need to get dinner (or a packable lunch) on the table in under an hour!

10of 15Za’atar-Roasted Chicken Tenders & Vegetables with CouscousZa’atar (or zaatar)–a Middle-Eastern spice blend that’s a mix of thyme, sumac, salt, sesame seeds and sometimes other herbs–gives this sheet-pan roast chicken recipe tons of flavor. Chicken tenders and pretrimmed green beans make this healthy dinner super-fast.View Recipe

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Za’atar-Roasted Chicken Tenders & Vegetables with Couscous

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Za’atar (or zaatar)–a Middle-Eastern spice blend that’s a mix of thyme, sumac, salt, sesame seeds and sometimes other herbs–gives this sheet-pan roast chicken recipe tons of flavor. Chicken tenders and pretrimmed green beans make this healthy dinner super-fast.

11of 15Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts for TwoIn this healthy chicken recipe, paprika-rubbed chicken thighs are nestled into Brussels sprouts and shallots and roasted on a sheet pan in the oven for an easy, healthy dinner. As the chicken thighs roast, the garlicky drippings flavor the Brussels sprouts and shallots. Delicious one-pan cooking! Smoked paprika adds a touch of smoky flavor–look for it at well-stocked supermarkets or in the bulk-spice section at natural-foods markets. Regular paprika can be used in its place, but doesn’t add the hint of smoke. This recipe was adapted from our popularPaprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sproutsto serve two instead of four.View Recipe

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Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts for Two

Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts for Two

In this healthy chicken recipe, paprika-rubbed chicken thighs are nestled into Brussels sprouts and shallots and roasted on a sheet pan in the oven for an easy, healthy dinner. As the chicken thighs roast, the garlicky drippings flavor the Brussels sprouts and shallots. Delicious one-pan cooking! Smoked paprika adds a touch of smoky flavor–look for it at well-stocked supermarkets or in the bulk-spice section at natural-foods markets. Regular paprika can be used in its place, but doesn’t add the hint of smoke. This recipe was adapted from our popularPaprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sproutsto serve two instead of four.

12of 15Sheet-Pan Balsamic-Parmesan Roasted Chickpeas & VegetablesA tangy, balsamic dressing and nutty Parmesan cheese combine to coat tender roasted vegetables and chickpeas in this springy vegetarian dinner. To keep it vegetarian, serve it over quinoa or, for meat-eaters, serve with roasted chicken or pan-seared fish.View Recipe

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Sheet-Pan Balsamic-Parmesan Roasted Chickpeas & Vegetables

Sheet-Pan Balsamic-Parmesan Roasted Chickpeas & Vegetables

A tangy, balsamic dressing and nutty Parmesan cheese combine to coat tender roasted vegetables and chickpeas in this springy vegetarian dinner. To keep it vegetarian, serve it over quinoa or, for meat-eaters, serve with roasted chicken or pan-seared fish.

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Photographer: Brie Goldman Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis

a recipe photo of the Sheet-Pan Spiced Chickpeas & Sweet Potatoes with Herby Yogurt served on a platter

These sheet-pan spiced chickpeas and sweet potatoes make a perfect vegetarian dinner. The crisp chickpeas, coated in warm spices, pair well with sweet potatoes and roasted shallots. The yogurt is tangy and bright, with a hint of sesame from the tahini. A drizzle of pomegranate molasses ties it all together.

14of 15Sheet-Pan Steak FajitasThese flank steak fajitas make for a tasty, healthy dinner in a pinch. Preheated sheet pans sizzle the meat and vegetables just like in a skillet, but with a whole lot more hands-off time.View Recipe

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Sheet-Pan Steak Fajitas

Sheet-Pan Steak Fajitas

These flank steak fajitas make for a tasty, healthy dinner in a pinch. Preheated sheet pans sizzle the meat and vegetables just like in a skillet, but with a whole lot more hands-off time.

15of 15Herb-Roasted Chicken with Vegetables & White BeansHerb-coated roasted chicken is served with a bounty of roasted vegetables and beans in this healthy main dish. Serve with a slice of crusty bread.View Recipe

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Herb-Roasted Chicken with Vegetables & White Beans

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Herb-coated roasted chicken is served with a bounty of roasted vegetables and beans in this healthy main dish. Serve with a slice of crusty bread.

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