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If you’re looking for a tasty way to lower your cholesterol, then ananti-inflammatory dietmay be perfect for you. Anti-inflammatory foods can help prevent plaque build-up and are packed with fiber and healthy fats, whichraise good HDL cholesteroland reduce less healthy LDL cholesterol.If you’re confused regarding cholesterol in food, know that research shows thatdietary cholesterol has minimal impacton the cholesterol levels in our bodies. It has more to do with foods that have components that increase inflammation—like certain types of saturated fats and highly processed foods.That’s why these delicious dinner recipes feature ingredients like fish, lentils, avocado and whole grains. Recipes like our Lemon-Herb Salmon with Caponata & Farro recipe and Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed Greens will help you eat healthy and keep your inflammation levels in check.
If you’re looking for a tasty way to lower your cholesterol, then ananti-inflammatory dietmay be perfect for you. Anti-inflammatory foods can help prevent plaque build-up and are packed with fiber and healthy fats, whichraise good HDL cholesteroland reduce less healthy LDL cholesterol.
If you’re confused regarding cholesterol in food, know that research shows thatdietary cholesterol has minimal impacton the cholesterol levels in our bodies. It has more to do with foods that have components that increase inflammation—like certain types of saturated fats and highly processed foods.
That’s why these delicious dinner recipes feature ingredients like fish, lentils, avocado and whole grains. Recipes like our Lemon-Herb Salmon with Caponata & Farro recipe and Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed Greens will help you eat healthy and keep your inflammation levels in check.
01of 30Lemon-Herb Salmon with Caponata & FarroView RecipeDig into your farmers market haul to cook this colorful and healthy Mediterranean diet dinner recipe that’s packed with vegetables. Feel free to swap in any vegetables or cook up another whole grain, such as brown rice. Serve with a glass of your favorite red wine.
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Lemon-Herb Salmon with Caponata & Farro
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Dig into your farmers market haul to cook this colorful and healthy Mediterranean diet dinner recipe that’s packed with vegetables. Feel free to swap in any vegetables or cook up another whole grain, such as brown rice. Serve with a glass of your favorite red wine.
02of 30Winter Vegetable Mulligatawny SoupView RecipeJacob FoxOur meatless version of the Indian-inspired British colonial soup includes parsnip and squash to keep it hearty and satisfying.
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Winter Vegetable Mulligatawny Soup
Jacob Fox
Our meatless version of the Indian-inspired British colonial soup includes parsnip and squash to keep it hearty and satisfying.
03of 30Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Tomato & Avocado Salsa for TwoView RecipeLovers of fried fish get the taste without all the calories—the salsa adds a fresh, clean note. To complete the Baja theme, serve with black beans, some diced mango and a bit of light sour cream.
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Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Tomato & Avocado Salsa for Two
Lovers of fried fish get the taste without all the calories—the salsa adds a fresh, clean note. To complete the Baja theme, serve with black beans, some diced mango and a bit of light sour cream.
04of 30Seared Tuna with Bulgur & Chickpea SaladView RecipeThis healthy tuna recipe combines fresh fish, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh herbs and chickpeas. Cooking for two? Flake the two leftover tuna steaks and mix them into the remaining bulgur salad, then serve over lettuce for lunch the next day.
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Seared Tuna with Bulgur & Chickpea Salad
This healthy tuna recipe combines fresh fish, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh herbs and chickpeas. Cooking for two? Flake the two leftover tuna steaks and mix them into the remaining bulgur salad, then serve over lettuce for lunch the next day.
05of 30Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed GreensView RecipeProtein-rich quinoa and chickpeas add staying power to this zesty and healthy salad recipe.
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Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed Greens
Protein-rich quinoa and chickpeas add staying power to this zesty and healthy salad recipe.
06of 30Grilled Salmon & Vegetables with Charred Lemon-Garlic VinaigretteView RecipeJacob FoxThis grilled salmon recipe paired with grilled vegetables and a charred lemon-garlic vinaigrette captures the flavor of summer with smoky flavor from the grill. Asparagus and zucchini are quick and easy to grill and pair nicely with the salmon.
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Grilled Salmon & Vegetables with Charred Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
This grilled salmon recipe paired with grilled vegetables and a charred lemon-garlic vinaigrette captures the flavor of summer with smoky flavor from the grill. Asparagus and zucchini are quick and easy to grill and pair nicely with the salmon.
07of 30Lentil Stew with Salsa VerdeView RecipeThis healthy vegetarian recipe is hearty and satisfying. Don’t skip the parsley relish (salsa verde)—it’s easy to make and lends a tangy accent that balances the flavors of the lentil stew. We prefer French green lentils for this stew, as they don’t fall apart while cooking; however, regular brown lentils (found in most supermarkets) will also work.
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Lentil Stew with Salsa Verde
This healthy vegetarian recipe is hearty and satisfying. Don’t skip the parsley relish (salsa verde)—it’s easy to make and lends a tangy accent that balances the flavors of the lentil stew. We prefer French green lentils for this stew, as they don’t fall apart while cooking; however, regular brown lentils (found in most supermarkets) will also work.
08of 30Vegetarian Sliders with Black Beans, Chard & PoblanosView RecipeEllen SilvermanThese vegetarian sliders are filling and flavorful and make for a great protein-packed main dish. Take your time patting the beans dry—it keeps the sliders from falling apart. You can make eight larger patties to fit regular-size buns, but try to keep them about 1/2 inch thick so they’ll heat through under the broiler without burning.
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Vegetarian Sliders with Black Beans, Chard & Poblanos
Ellen Silverman
These vegetarian sliders are filling and flavorful and make for a great protein-packed main dish. Take your time patting the beans dry—it keeps the sliders from falling apart. You can make eight larger patties to fit regular-size buns, but try to keep them about 1/2 inch thick so they’ll heat through under the broiler without burning.
09of 30White Bean Soup with PastaView RecipeJacob FoxWe use mirepoix—a combination of onion, celery and carrots—to flavor this soup. Keep a store-bought bag of the mixture in your freezer to ensure you always have some on hand without worrying about it going bad.
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White Bean Soup with Pasta
We use mirepoix—a combination of onion, celery and carrots—to flavor this soup. Keep a store-bought bag of the mixture in your freezer to ensure you always have some on hand without worrying about it going bad.
10of 30Black Bean Wraps with Greens & Cilantro VinaigretteView RecipeJason DonnellyA simple salad tossed with a tangy vinaigrette packs these no-cook wraps with tons of bright cilantro flavor. The mix pairs well with mashed beans and avocado, which hold everything together.
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Black Bean Wraps with Greens & Cilantro Vinaigrette
Jason Donnelly
A simple salad tossed with a tangy vinaigrette packs these no-cook wraps with tons of bright cilantro flavor. The mix pairs well with mashed beans and avocado, which hold everything together.
11of 30Baked Halibut with Brussels Sprouts & QuinoaView RecipeFish plus two sides? It seems fancy, but this healthy dinner comes together in about 30 minutes.
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Baked Halibut with Brussels Sprouts & Quinoa
Fish plus two sides? It seems fancy, but this healthy dinner comes together in about 30 minutes.
12of 30Chickpea Tuna SaladView RecipePhotography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth BlackburnThis chickpea tuna salad with capers, feta and cucumber makes for the perfect lunch or dinner. You can prep the salad the night before—just be sure to keep the spinach separate and dress the salad right before serving.
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Chickpea Tuna Salad
Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth Blackburn
This chickpea tuna salad with capers, feta and cucumber makes for the perfect lunch or dinner. You can prep the salad the night before—just be sure to keep the spinach separate and dress the salad right before serving.
13of 30Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Tomatoes, Beans & Almond PestoView RecipeLooking at a tangle of spaghetti squash tricks your brain into thinking you’re about to eat a serving of eggy noodles, when in fact, you get a nice calorie and carb savings in this healthy recipe. Giving tomatoes a stint in a hot oven makes them candy-sweet.
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Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Tomatoes, Beans & Almond Pesto
Looking at a tangle of spaghetti squash tricks your brain into thinking you’re about to eat a serving of eggy noodles, when in fact, you get a nice calorie and carb savings in this healthy recipe. Giving tomatoes a stint in a hot oven makes them candy-sweet.
14of 30Tuna Niçoise SaladView RecipeJason DonnellyThis salad features all the classic niçoise ingredients and flavors, with a bright and fresh lemony dressing, and uses fresh seared tuna in place of canned. The tuna will be rare in the center. Add an additional 2 to 3 minutes per side for more doneness.
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Tuna Niçoise Salad
This salad features all the classic niçoise ingredients and flavors, with a bright and fresh lemony dressing, and uses fresh seared tuna in place of canned. The tuna will be rare in the center. Add an additional 2 to 3 minutes per side for more doneness.
15of 30Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Salad with Green Goddess DressingView RecipeGoddess dressing typically gets its umami-ness from anchovies, but we use miso in this super green salad recipe to keep it vegetarian. Substitute two chopped anchovies for the miso if you like. Or add baked tofu, poached salmon or grilled chicken for a boost of protein.
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Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Salad with Green Goddess Dressing
Goddess dressing typically gets its umami-ness from anchovies, but we use miso in this super green salad recipe to keep it vegetarian. Substitute two chopped anchovies for the miso if you like. Or add baked tofu, poached salmon or grilled chicken for a boost of protein.
16of 30Cilantro Bean Burgers with Creamy Avocado-Lime SlawView RecipeLighten up your burger! Bean patties have less saturated fat and more fiber than beef patties. They’re also cheaper and easier to cook indoors—and we promise they’re just as satisfying, especially with the mouthwatering creamy slaw on top.
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Cilantro Bean Burgers with Creamy Avocado-Lime Slaw
Lighten up your burger! Bean patties have less saturated fat and more fiber than beef patties. They’re also cheaper and easier to cook indoors—and we promise they’re just as satisfying, especially with the mouthwatering creamy slaw on top.
17of 30Hearty Tomato Soup with Beans & GreensView RecipeGarlicky kale and creamy white beans elevate simple canned tomato soup into a 10-minute lunch or dinner that really satisfies. Use a soup with small chunks of tomato for a heartier texture. Also look for a brand that’s low- or reduced-sodium, with no more than 450 milligrams of sodium per serving.
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Hearty Tomato Soup with Beans & Greens
Garlicky kale and creamy white beans elevate simple canned tomato soup into a 10-minute lunch or dinner that really satisfies. Use a soup with small chunks of tomato for a heartier texture. Also look for a brand that’s low- or reduced-sodium, with no more than 450 milligrams of sodium per serving.
18of 30Kale & Quinoa Salad with Lemon DressingView RecipePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis kale-quinoa salad pops with different flavors and textures. Massaging the kale helps break down its fibrous nature, while add-ins like toasted almonds, feta and cucumber add crunch and saltiness.
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Kale & Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing
Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee
This kale-quinoa salad pops with different flavors and textures. Massaging the kale helps break down its fibrous nature, while add-ins like toasted almonds, feta and cucumber add crunch and saltiness.
19of 30Celeriac & Lentil Salad with Poached EggsView RecipeLeigh BeischGnarly and knotty, celeriac (aka celery root) is a staple on many French bistro menus, often shredded and tossed with rémoulade sauce. Here, it’s diced and combined with lentils and plenty of other veggies, along with a poached egg on top, for a salad packed with staying power.
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Celeriac & Lentil Salad with Poached Eggs
Leigh Beisch
Gnarly and knotty, celeriac (aka celery root) is a staple on many French bistro menus, often shredded and tossed with rémoulade sauce. Here, it’s diced and combined with lentils and plenty of other veggies, along with a poached egg on top, for a salad packed with staying power.
20of 30Chickpea & Quinoa Grain BowlView RecipeIt seems grain bowls have as many variations as there are stars in the sky—and there is no wrong way to build one! We prefer to keep things classic and simple for this bowl, with hummus, quinoa, avocado and loads of veggies!
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Chickpea & Quinoa Grain Bowl
It seems grain bowls have as many variations as there are stars in the sky—and there is no wrong way to build one! We prefer to keep things classic and simple for this bowl, with hummus, quinoa, avocado and loads of veggies!
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Arugula & Cucumber Salad with Tuna
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
22of 30Shrimp Tacos with Avocado CremaView RecipeProtein-packed, lean shrimp cook up super fast, making them the ultimate taco filling for a quick weeknight dinner that’s also impressive and delicious enough for a weekend dinner party. We’ve also loaded up on crunchy veg and didn’t skimp on the spices.
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Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema
Protein-packed, lean shrimp cook up super fast, making them the ultimate taco filling for a quick weeknight dinner that’s also impressive and delicious enough for a weekend dinner party. We’ve also loaded up on crunchy veg and didn’t skimp on the spices.
23of 30Shrimp & Avocado SaladView RecipeJennifer CauseyPeppery fresh radishes complement sweet shrimp and creamy avocado in this quick salad. Enjoy this healthy salad as a quick light dinner or for lunch.
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Shrimp & Avocado Salad
Jennifer Causey
Peppery fresh radishes complement sweet shrimp and creamy avocado in this quick salad. Enjoy this healthy salad as a quick light dinner or for lunch.
24of 30Winter Kale & Quinoa Salad with AvocadoView RecipePrecooked quinoa helps keep this healthy salad recipe quick and simple. Loaded with black beans, kale and avocado, this recipe is as filling as it is nutritious. You can also make the sweet potatoes and dressing ahead of time.
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Winter Kale & Quinoa Salad with Avocado
Precooked quinoa helps keep this healthy salad recipe quick and simple. Loaded with black beans, kale and avocado, this recipe is as filling as it is nutritious. You can also make the sweet potatoes and dressing ahead of time.
25of 30Charred Vegetable & Bean Tostadas with Lime CremaView RecipePile vegetables and black beans onto crisp tostadas and top them off with lime crema for a vegetarian dinner the whole family will love. Charring the vegetables under the broiler infuses them with smoky flavor while cooking them quickly.
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Charred Vegetable & Bean Tostadas with Lime Crema
Pile vegetables and black beans onto crisp tostadas and top them off with lime crema for a vegetarian dinner the whole family will love. Charring the vegetables under the broiler infuses them with smoky flavor while cooking them quickly.
26of 30One-Pot Pasta with TunaView RecipeJoy HowardUse the one-pot pasta cooking method to make this tuna pasta recipe that calls for just five ingredients and is ready in just over half an hour. For extra crunch and a tuna noodle casserole feel, sprinkle this speedy pasta dish with toasted whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs.
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One-Pot Pasta with Tuna
Joy Howard
Use the one-pot pasta cooking method to make this tuna pasta recipe that calls for just five ingredients and is ready in just over half an hour. For extra crunch and a tuna noodle casserole feel, sprinkle this speedy pasta dish with toasted whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs.
27of 30Zucchini-Chickpea Veggie Burgers with Tahini-Ranch SauceView RecipeThis veggie burger recipe is one you’ll want to make again and again. Savory chickpea and zucchini patties are topped with a creamy, herb-flecked tahini ranch sauce, juicy tomato slices and peppery arugula for a satisfying and healthy homemade veggie burger. Serve these vegan burgers on buns or stuff them in pitas. We recommend making extra sauce—it’s a great dip for veggie sticks and, when thinned with a little water, makes a wonderful salad dressing.
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Zucchini-Chickpea Veggie Burgers with Tahini-Ranch Sauce
This veggie burger recipe is one you’ll want to make again and again. Savory chickpea and zucchini patties are topped with a creamy, herb-flecked tahini ranch sauce, juicy tomato slices and peppery arugula for a satisfying and healthy homemade veggie burger. Serve these vegan burgers on buns or stuff them in pitas. We recommend making extra sauce—it’s a great dip for veggie sticks and, when thinned with a little water, makes a wonderful salad dressing.
28of 30Guacamole Chopped SaladView RecipeAll of the delicious guacamole flavors you love in a healthy veggie-packed salad. Want to pump up the protein? Add leftover roast chicken or sautéed shrimp. Serve with tortilla chips on the side or crumbled over the top to take it up a notch.
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Guacamole Chopped Salad
All of the delicious guacamole flavors you love in a healthy veggie-packed salad. Want to pump up the protein? Add leftover roast chicken or sautéed shrimp. Serve with tortilla chips on the side or crumbled over the top to take it up a notch.
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Sheet-Pan Salmon with Sweet Potatoes & Broccoli
photography / Caitlin bensel, Food Styling / Emily Nabors Hall
30of 30Anti-Inflammatory Sweet Potato SaladView RecipePhotographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian HensarlingThis sweet potato salad is packed with anti-inflammatory foods like cherries, kale, avocado and, of course, sweet potatoes, which are packed with antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals to help keep inflammation at bay. Don’t skip the step of massaging the dressing into the kale! It helps soften it and also helps the greens absorb more of the flavor from the sweet-tart dressing.
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Anti-Inflammatory Sweet Potato Salad
Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling
This sweet potato salad is packed with anti-inflammatory foods like cherries, kale, avocado and, of course, sweet potatoes, which are packed with antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals to help keep inflammation at bay. Don’t skip the step of massaging the dressing into the kale! It helps soften it and also helps the greens absorb more of the flavor from the sweet-tart dressing.
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