95 Easy Better-For-You Dinners You’ll Actually Look Forward To Eating
If you're like us, you've got your quick, healthy breakfasts, packed lunches, and snacks for work down, keeping you full and motivated all day long. But then dinner comes along, and it’s a whole other story. We know it’s way easier to control your health when you do your own cooking, but lots of nights, it’s just too easy to turn to frozen meals or takeout. Instead, take inspiration from these 97 healthy dinner recipes to keep your momentum going every night of the week—we believe in you!
We know health looks different to different people, so we’ve included options for every diet, like low carb, vegan, pescatarian, or gluten-free. We’ve also included meals for home cooks of all skill levels, so we’ve got you whether you’re a master chef or a novice, whether your kitchen is full of gadgets or you’re working with one bowl and one knife (we’ve ALL been there).
When it comes to eating “healthier,” we’re ALL about the swaps. Want to make your dinner low-carb? Lean on superheroes cauliflower, zucchini, cabbage, and lettuce wraps to keep you satisfied, without the bread or noodles. Check out our grilled teriyaki cauliflower steaks, our cheeseburger cabbage wraps, our zucchini lasagna roll-ups, or our hot dog skewers for ideas to see how easy (and yummy!) it is to ditch most of the carbs.
Looking for plant-based or vegetarian options? Swap out sausage for tempeh, like in our tempeh & broccoli rabe orecchiette; veggies for meat, like in our carrot hot dogs or our cabbage Parmesan; beans for ground beef, like in our Indian butter chickpeas; or tofu for protein, like in our sesame tofu & broccoli. Once you get on board with the alt protein options out there, we bet you won’t even miss the meat. Speaking of, are you trying to avoid the red stuff? You can easily swap leaner ground meat in for beef, like in our turkey burgers, our turkey zucchini enchilada casserole, or our low-carb turkey gyro bowls.
Speaking of bowls, they're some of our absolute favorite ways to keep our meals feeling light. We've included a number of our favorites here, like our halal-cart style cauliflower bowls, our peanut chicken power bowls, and our blackened shrimp bowls, but feel free to take inspiration from them and mix and match proteins, grains, toppings, and more until you find your perfect fit.
Want some healthy inspiration for after the meal? Check out our top healthy cookies, our favorite fruit desserts, and our top vegan desserts too.
Salmon Tacos
The first thing you might think of when you hear the words "fish tacos"are probably Baja-style tacos filled with crispy fried fish. But tacos can be made with all manner of marine life, from shrimp to salmon, like we did here.
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Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups
Switch up your classic lasagna recipe for a lighter, summer-worthy dinner that doesn't sacrifice on any of the flavor or richness. Instead of lasagna noodles, we use zucchini wrapped around creamy ricotta, and then baked in marinara sauce. This is one summer dinner you're going to want to add to your rotation.
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Summer Roll Bowls
Love a Vietnamese summer roll but don’t want to fuss with the wrapper? Meet your new favorite summer dinner. Rice noodles, shrimp, avocado, thinly sliced veggies, and a plethora of greens are tossed together in a tangy nước chấm dressing for a refreshing dinner twist.
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Chicken & Broccoli
This fast and easy one-pot chicken and broccoli recipe is coated in a sweet and savory sauce with plenty of ginger and garlic for a weeknight dinner that beats take-out. This dish comes together in 20 minutes with minimal prep work too. Win win!
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Cheeseburger Cabbage Wraps
Say goodbye, lettuce wraps—cabbage is our new low-carb go-to. We love how sturdy cabbage is as a bun replacement—it wraps around our burger no problem, and holds our burgers together with no fear of tearing or spillage. We went with classic burger toppings, but feel free to make these your own.
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Cauliflower Fried Rice
Fried rice is a classic and comforting recipe that everyone loves…except maybe those who are trying to eat less rice. So, we created this spin on the fave that subs cauliflower for rice, while still crushing the flavor game. Whether you’re skipping carbs, trying to eat more vegetables, or are just looking for a lighter side dish so you can eat more orange chicken (relatable!), this cauliflower fried rice is for you.
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Cottage Cheese Alfredo
Dreaming of a big bowl of your favorite creamy pasta with less fat and more protein but with all of the flavor and texture you’re looking for in a good Alfredo? We've got you! Add meat, à la classic chicken Alfredo, or keep it simple—it's guaranteed to impress no matter what.
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Blackberry Chicken Salad
Full, hearty salads that make a great meal are something we crave on the regular, and that means no boring ones allowed. This one has all of the important components: a well seasoned protein, creamy feta, a little crunch from toasted walnuts, and a burst of sweetness from juicy blackberries.
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Sheet-Pan Garlicky Shrimp & Veggies
This recipe combines well-seasoned shrimp with red bell peppers, broccoli, and onions for a quick and easy dinner ready in a little more than 30 minutes. Not only is it so simple to throw together, it's extremely versatile: swap out the veggies for your favorites, add even more, or switch up the seasonings.
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Indian Butter Chickpeas
Looking for your new favorite way to dress up canned chickpeas? You’re in the right place. Simmered in an aromatic tomato gravy, this vegetarian spin on classic butter chicken will forever change the way you look at a can of beans.
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Low-Carb Turkey Gyro Bowls
With tender spiced meat, crunchy fresh veggies, tzatziki, and chewy pita, it's not hard to see why Greek gyros are so globally beloved. Inspired by these popular grab-and-go sandwiches, we created this healthy but hearty bowl that's perfect for meal-prepping.
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Grilled Zucchini Carbonara
Grilled zucchini carbonara is a combination of cheesy, lemony egg yolk-enriched sauce, al dente spaghetti, and charred zucchini bits that melt into the dish. Try it once and we have a feeling you might keep this recipe on your weekly summer dinner rotation.
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Chicken Shawarma Bowls
Meal prepping doesn’t need to be complicated, and these chicken shawarma bowls prove that. The longest step in the recipe is to let the chicken marinate, which allows you time to cut all your veggies. Win!
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One-Skillet Creamy Thai Basil Chicken
This totally delicious mashup of coconut rice and Thai basil chicken gets dinner done in one skillet and brings all the flavors of Thai cuisine you crave into your home with ingredients you can find in most grocery stores.
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Grilled Teriyaki Cauliflower Steaks
Looking for a vegetarian centerpiece for your summer grill-out? Make these teriyaki cauliflower steaks. Slathered in a brown sugar and soy glaze and showered with scallions and toasted sesame seeds, these saucy cauliflower steaks might just upstage the ribs.
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Sesame Tofu & Broccoli
In this vegetarian version of a Chinese-American favorite, oven-baked tofu gets tossed in a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce along with crisp-tender broccoli, then topped with toasty sesame seeds and scallions. Mmm.
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Blackened Shrimp Bowls
Protein, whole grain, fresh veg—this bowl's got you covered. We like this with a fresh corn salad, but feel free to swap in seasonal produce so you can enjoy this year-round.
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Hummus Bowl With Spiced Lamb
For this recipe, creamy hummus is topped with spiced ground lamb, onions, and fresh herbs. It's served with whole wheat pita to scoop up the hummus and toppings (though feel free to skip if you're avoiding bread), and pickled veggies to cut through the richness and add a bright pop of flavor.
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One-Pot Farro With Chicken Sausage & Tomatoes
This one-pot dish is a flavor bomb that is packed with veggies. Chicken sausage, fennel, onions, and hearty farro are seasoned with pickled, mildly spicy pepperoncini and garlic to create a savory, stew-like rice dish. Topped with cherry tomatoes and lots of Parm, there's no better meal to welcome spring.
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Taco Salad
When it comes to healthy salads, none are more hearty than a taco salad. Load it up with veggies, cheese, and ground beef for the perfect satisfying meal. We love this classic version, but if you want to get fancy, feel free to swap in and out your fave toppings.
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Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps
Whether you're going low-carb, looking for an easy game day appetizer, or need a meal-prep dream, these Philly cheesesteak wraps are here to save the day. Packed with all your favorite components from the classic sandwich, you won't even miss the hoagie in these low-carb wraps.
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Miso Salmon & Farro Bowl
Meal prep your way to grain bowl greatness with this recipe featuring some new faves, miso and farro. Miso has toasty, savory, and slightly sweet notes that pair well with hearty fish like salmon, while the dense, chewy grains have a more interesting texture than average rice or quinoa.
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Vegetable Curry
When you want something comforting, savory, and just a little spicy, you can’t go wrong with some form of curry. In this recipe, a variety of vegetables takes center stage alongside a creamy Thai-style curry. We promise you won’t even miss the meat.
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Caprese Chicken Stuffed Peppers
For this recipe, we decided to fit everything you love about our Caprese chicken—chicken breasts, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, balsamic—all into these gorgeous stuffed peppers for a satisfying (and eye-catching) meal.
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Air Fryer Orange Chicken
Typically deep- or pan-fried in oil, orange chicken made in an air fryer translates to fewer calories and less fat, but tons of flavor. Of course, this dish is perfect over rice or whole grains, but if you're looking for a low-carb side, serve it over simple air-fried vegetables.
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sHalal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowl
Turns out, incredible halal chicken-inspired flavors seamlessly translate to a plant-based version using cauliflower as the star ingredient. Spiced cauliflower joins forces with a bright and fresh tomato salad, crunchy toppings, and a homemade vegan halal cart-style white sauce.
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Cajun Shrimp With Bell Peppers & Corn
If you’re looking to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes, this will be your new weeknight go-to. The star of this shrimp recipe relies on Cajun seasoning, which adds a bold, smoky flavor to the entire dish.
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Grilled Portobello Tacos
Mushroom lovers alert: Summer taco nights just got upgraded. Featuring portobello mushrooms marinated in taco spices and grilled to perfection, these vegetarian tacos will delight meat-lovers and vegans (skip the cheese!) alike.
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Campfire Hot Dog Skewers
Skip the chicken kebabs or basic hot dogs—if you're looking for the most creative grilled recipe, turn to these hot dog skewers. They ditch the bun, but thanks to pineapple, bell peppers, and BBQ sauce, you won't miss it.
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Vegan Pizza
Make your own pizza dough to really impress your plant-based friends. Don't skimp on the vegan ranch dressing—it's the best part!
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Thai-Inspired Basil Beef Bowls
Our take on the super-simple Thai dish pad krapow is the perfect protein-packed meal prep that’ll keep you excited to eat all week. Accompany it with a runny fried egg for even more protein!
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Peanut Chicken Power Bowls
The beauty about this bowl is that it's infinitely adaptable. You can roast just about any veggie, use any number of toppings, and it'll taste amazing in this recipe. The only thing we might insist you must keep on the bowl is the incredible peanut butter dressing.
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Baked Cod Fish
Afraid of cooking seafood at home? Cod is the fish for you: it cooks quickly, is hard to overcook (unless you really forget about it), and is easy to flavor however you want. This recipe is a no-brainer and will give you sweet, fall apart tender fish on your table in no time.
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Steak Kebab Bowls
Nothing screams summer quite like rainbow veggie kebabs dotted with succulent cubes of marinated steak, charred to perfection over the grill. We complete this dish by resting the kebabs over a bed of salad tossed in a garlicky tahini dressing, plus a pile of herby orzo.
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Carrot Hot Dogs
When hosting a veggie BBQ, it's easy to turn to plant-based hot dog options. That said, if you're looking for a homemade version, want a more veggie-forward option, or simply want to skip running to the store, turn to these carrot hot dogs instead.
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Greek Salmon
We love our classic baked salmon recipe, but sometimes we want to jazz things up. To do so, we created a Greek-salad inspired topping of marinated feta, tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, red onion, and dill. Put it all together, and the result is an under-an-hour dinner that’s special-occasion worthy.
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Cauliflower Tacos
Looking to spice up taco night? Call in the roasted cauliflower. Loaded with crisp cabbage slaw and drizzled with a tangy lime crema, these richly spiced meatless tacos promise to shake up your weeknight dinner routine for good this year.
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Sushi Bowls
Not ready to make your own California roll or shrimp tempura roll at home quite yet but craving all of the classic sushi flavors? Make a sushi bowl! You can practice making restaurant-worthy sushi rice, source best-quality fish, and discover what ingredients, flavors, and textures you like, without any rolling.
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Cabbage Roll Skillet
Cabbage rolls just became a viable weeknight dinner with this quicker to make skillet dinner, which skips the cabbage rolling and gets dinner directly on the table. It’s less work yet the payoff of a comforting home-cooked meal all the same.
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Black Bean Tostadas
With only 5 ingredients these black bean tostadas are the easiest and fastest healthy meal to throw together. You can always add on additional toppings like corn salsa, avocado ranch, or endless crunchy veggies like radishes or pickled red onions, but here we keep things simple.
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Coconut Braised Cabbage
We think cabbage is one of the great unsung heroes of the vegetable world. Here we sear big wedges of cabbage, then simmer them along with chickpeas, in a savory and slightly spicy coconut broth. You’ll be amazed how this humble vegetable is transformed into something to brag about.
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Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl
While we’re all about switching things up, when we want a tried-and-true perfect meal, we always go back to the Chipotle chicken burrito bowl. It’s classic, reliable, and, best of all, completely customizable depending on our mood.
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Air Fryer Eggplant Parm
This hands-off eggplant Parm hits all the notes of our favorite fried (or baked!) versions, minus all the deep frying. Avoid sugar-y pasta sauces and choose one with the fewest ingredients, or make your own marinara sauce (it's easier than you'd think).
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Air Fryer Fish Tacos With Avocado Salsa
Coating flaky cod in taco seasoning, then air frying creates a crispy, crazy flavorful skin that tastes nearly as good as fried fish (without tons of oil or breading). Pair it with some jalapeños, red cabbage, cheese, and a simple avocado salsa for the quickest taco night ever.
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Spicy Turkey Sausage & Kale Chili
While we love classic turkey chili, when we're looking to spice things up, we turn to this recipe. Spicy ground turkey, red bell peppers, cannellini beans, tomatoes, and kale all combine for a cozy soup that will warm you up all winter long.
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Walnut Broccoli Stir-Fry
We all know classic beef & broccoli stir-fry, but for the days where you’re just looking for a little less meat, it’s time to turn to the almighty walnut. Lightly caramelize it first with sugar and sesame just until it’s ever so slightly candied, and you’ve got yourself a worthy contender of a meat alternative.
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Coconut Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry
If you're craving a comforting dinner that's also vegan, look no further. This curry is bursting with flavors inspired by chana masala, bolstered by hearty sweet potatoes—it's so delicious, no one will miss the meat.
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Cabbage Parmesan
Craving chicken Parm but trying to eat less meat? This cabbage recipe is about to blow your mind. It's even Italian mother-approved!
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Copycat Sweetgreen Harvest Bowl
Attention, Sweetgreen lovers! Your regular weekday dinner is about to get an instant upgrade. Loaded with roast chicken, sweet potato, and that signature balsamic vinaigrette, our copycat version of Sweetgreen’s beloved harvest bowl will make your favorite takeout option an everyday reality.
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Tofu Stir-Fry
For best results, use extra-firm tofu that has been frozen so it can absorb flavors more readily, and simmer the tofu in salted water briefly to make it hardier and less likely to crumble when jostled in the pan.
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Goddess Bowls
A good sauce changes everything, and this green goddess dressing is one of our favorites yet. The veggies here are interchangeable, but in the spirit of goddess dressing, we think green is the way to go. Roasted asparagus, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are all good choices.
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Turkey Burgers
While they can have a reputation for being dry and bland, made right, turkey burgers are anything but. We love our recipe for one simple reason: We let it be. Instead of trying to make it into something it’s not, we embraced the flavors of the turkey instead of trying to cover 'em up.
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Everything Bagel Crusted Salmon
It’s time to bring the brunch vibes to dinnertime with everything bagel seasoning crusted salmon and a refreshing salad that’s reminiscent of the toppings on your favorite bagel & lox. And if you’ve never turned cream cheese into a salad dressing, now is the time to start.
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Turkey Zucchini Enchilada Casserole
There are few things zucchini can't do, it seems. From grilled zucchini to zucchini soup and zucchini lattice lasagna, you can use it in so many different ways. Here, the summer squash is standing in for corn tortillas in this casserole recipe that takes the summer squash fully into the colder months.
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Fish Taco Bowls
Crispy fish and a creamy, spicy slaw are the base of these veggie-packed takes on everyone’s favorite taco. Here, sweetness from the diced mango and creaminess from cool avocado blends perfectly with the drizzle of a spicy crema, making this summer salad an instant staple.
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Grilled Cabbage Steaks
If you’re looking for an alternative to steak for your summer BBQ, turn to these cabbage “steaks” instead. We give ours the loaded treatment, but these steaks are nothing if not versatile. Grill a few up, add on your toppings, and let the BBQ begin!
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Egg Roll Bowls
If you're a fan of crispy savory egg rolls, then you might consider this unwrapped version your dream healthy dinner. Without the need to wrap or fry, this veggie-packed meal comes together in well under an hour.
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Crispy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Putting cheese directly in your skillet might sound wrong, but it works! Once off-heat, the cheese starts to harden and crisps up, giving the texture of a crunchy taco shell, but extra cheesy. You’ll be making tacos every night of the week after these.
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Creamy Tomato Vegan Pasta
Vegan or not, this indulgent pasta is sure to have everyone going back to the pot for another serving. In this recipe, a homemade vegan cream made from quick-soaked cashews rounds out our robust sauce of sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste. The result is a complex, rich sauce that rivals even our favorite dairy-filled varieties.
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Garlic Butter Meatballs & Zoodles
These garlic butter chicken meatballs are low-carb, gluten-free, and all around better for you without skipping out on any of the tastiness. Now this is a dinner everyone in your family can feel good about.
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Reuben Bowls
Corned beef, Russian dressing, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, all precariously stuffed between two pieces of rye bread—that’s a LOT going on for one sandwich. Skip all that by making these convenient Reuben bowls instead.
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Cabbage Wrapped Brats
Though we’re all for a good sandwich or flatbread, oftentimes it’s actually just the tasty fillings we’re after, like in these beer brats. We love cooking our onions in the same pan as our brats for two reasons—one, less dirty dishes, and two, it creates the most melt-in-your-mouth-delicious caramelized onions EVER.
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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps
"Cilantro-lime" is a flavor profile we can never get enough of. Pretty much anything goes well with a kick from cumin, a little tang from lime juice, and fresh herby zing from cilantro, including these simple, low-carb lettuce wraps featuring quick-cooking shrimp.
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Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles
Looking to convert a spiralized veggie skeptic? Make them these cacio e pepe sweet potato noodles. Tossed in buttery black pepper sauce and showered with Parmesan and Pecorino, these are so delicious that no one will even think about asking for “regular” pasta.
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Chicken Tostadas
To make this chicken tostada recipe go more quickly, you'll use shredded rotisserie chicken and canned beans. For extra sturdiness, spread a thin layer of refried beans on one tostada, then top with a second. Top with more refried beans, the chicken, and the rest of the toppings.
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Rainbow Roll
This inside-out roll (or uramaki) has rice on the outside, while the sheet of nori on the inside holds the avocado, cucumber, and crab in place. Top your rolls with sushi-grade fish, or get creative and try thinly sliced avocado, roasted red peppers, or smoked salmon.
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Buffalo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
While Buffalo wings are a game day MUST, they don’t always fit into our day to day meal plans. Instead we’ve taken the buttery, spicy flavor combination and turned it into these lettuce wraps perfect for an anytime healthy, light dinner.
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Cabbage Schnitzel
A breaded fried cutlet is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and these cabbage schnitzels are no exception. Coated in crispy golden brown bread crumbs and drizzled with a luscious mushroom gravy, this vegetarian spin on a meaty classic will delight meat lovers and vegetarians alike.
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Vegan Meatloaf
This hearty "meat" loaf is made mostly out of chickpeas and baby bella mushrooms. We're in love! Serve it with a side of vegan mashed potatoes and green beans for the most comforting, healthy meal.
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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Think the crispiest chicken sandwich is only available at the drive-thru? Think again! We can’t believe how golden and juicy these cutlets turn out in the air fryer. They’re great in sandwich form, but would be just as good on top of a salad or sliced over rice.
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Zucchini Lattice Lasagna
Yes, classic lasagna is delicious, but when we're craving something a tad less carb-heavy, we turn to this summery zucchini version. Pro tip: Zucchini releases a good amount of water, so we like to dab it with a paper towel when the lasagna is done cooking, then broil until the cheese is bubbly and crispy. 😍
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Vegetarian Chili
This vegetarian chili is till every bit as warm, comforting, and filling as a classic beef chili. Three types of beans do the heavy lifting in the chili and "beef" it up. It's filled with warm spices, and a jalapeño adds a little extra heat.
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One-Pan Chicken & Quinoa
Here’s a quick and easy dinner that’s high in protein and takes very little effort. We love the Tex-Mex spices here; the chili powder and cayenne add a nice kick that the avocado and sour cream perfectly offset (but feel free to go lighter on them if you're sensitive to heat!).
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Air-Fryer Fish
We love the classic fish and chip combo and normally turn to our favorite beer battered fish when the craving hits. But frying can be messy and sometimes we'd like to skip that part—this air-fryer fish is the perfect substitute. It's every bit as crunchy and the fish stays perfectly flaky too.
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Keto Beef Stew
Making beef stew keto-friendly only means a couple simple swaps. We make up for the lack of thickener by ensuring that we really reduce the stew to create something rich and stick-to-your-ribs good. It can make any winter night bearable and cozy without sacrificing your diet.
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Falafel Chickpea Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
All the spicy, garlicky flavors of your favorite falafel sandwich get deconstructed and stuffed inside bell peppers. It's the vegetarian version of classic stuffed peppers that we're putting in regular rotation.
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Vegan Meatballs
Few foods satisfy like a hearty bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. Even if you're avoiding meat, now you TOO can enjoy this comfort food! These chickpea-based meatballs pack tons of flavor, come together quickly, and provide a good amount of protein and fiber.
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Turkey Chili
Beef chili may come to mind when you think of the classic, cozy meal, but turkey chili deserves its chance to shine. This easy recipe is full of warm spices and double the amount of beans for a thick, meaty chili that’s every bit as filling as the classic.
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Air Fryer Pork Chops
Most of the time, we don't get very excited over pork chops. Often overdone, they come out dry, sad, and flavorless. Cooking them in an air fryer changes all that! Due to the intense heat circulation that happens, the outside crisps slightly while the inside stays nice and juicy.
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Spicy Salmon Bowl
Spicy salmon is the perfect topper for a brown rice bowl. The rest of the components here are optional (though we are pretty partial to those quick pickled cukes), so feel free to get creative!
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Tempeh & Broccoli Rabe Orecchiette
Impress anyone with this pasta packed with protein and flavor thanks to tempeh and a simple lemon-garlic sauce. It's pretty much the plant-based version of our orecchiette pasta with sausage, so you know it's gonna be good.
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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
We love a good twice-baked potato when we're craving something creamy, carb-y, and comforting. These twice-baked sweet potatoes exhibit all the same qualities, in addition to being a little healthier—the perfect vegetarian dinner!
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Keto Meatloaf
In addition to being a great keto-friendly dinner, this revamped meatloaf will be a huge hit with everyone, carb-eating or not. The bacon adds savory saltiness and crunch on top, the almond flour acts as a perfect nutty binder, and as for the soy sauce? It packs a punch of umami you never knew meatloaf could have.
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Baked Salmon
This healthy baked fish is the best way to feed a crowd. There's no skillet cooking at all—everything is oven-baked in foil, making prep and cleanup a breeze. We believe it might just be one of the best salmon recipes... ever.
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Kimbap
To make Korean kimbap, you will need seaweed (kim or gim), freshly cooked rice (bap), and a bamboo sushi mat. Take note that while they look alike, kimbap is not technically sushi: Sushi rice is seasoned with vinegar, and kimbap rice is drizzled with a bit of sesame oil for a fragrant and savory curve.
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Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon
A longtime favorite of Delish readers, this savory-sweet salmon never disappoints. Hot tip: Let the fillets cook undisturbed for a few minutes. That, and super-high heat is how you get that delicious crust here.
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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
This recipe is based on gołąbki, a Polish dish in which parboiled cabbage leaves encase a minced meat filling of either pork or beef with onions and rice. What we love most is that the meat and the rice cook in the cabbage itself, meaning less work for you!
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Primavera Stuffed Chicken
Each piece looks like a rainbow! Feel free to use your fave veggies, as long as you keep them colorful.
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Eggplant Lasagna
This hearty dinner clocks in somewhere between lasagna and eggplant parm, and it's a great low-carb comfort food meal. It's the perfect recipe to add to your Meatless Monday rotation.
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Vegan Charred Lemon-Asparagus Risotto
Craving something super comforting? It’s not that different from regular risotto but is made extra-special (and vegan-friendly) with vegan butter and a to-die-for homemade “Parm” topping made of cashews.
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Cauliflower Baked Ziti
Don't miss out on Italian pasta just because you're cutting carbs. OK, fine: There's not actually any ziti in this recipe. But you honestly won't even notice. The roasted cauliflower does a solid job of replacing the pasta, trust us.
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Striped Bass with Herb-Olive Salsa
Like a lot of our favorite seafood, striped bass pairs well with many flavors. Here, it's served alongside a spicy herb-and-olive salsa that includes Kalamata olives, preserved lemon, sun-dried tomatoes, and Calabrian chiles for a kick. It's simple perfection.
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Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Possibly our favorite use of cauliflower as a culinary master of disguise is in pizza crust. It might sound crazy but it can be a delicious and healthy alternative to the classic.
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Lentil Dal
The term dal refers to both this soup-like Indian dish and is the word for split lentils. The red lentils used here are simmered down in a tomato broth with lots of warm, bold spices. It's a surprisingly filling dish that is great for cold winter night and when you don't have a lot of time to cook.
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Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Imagine the best fried chicken you've ever had. Now imagine if it wasn't even fried. Crazy, right? Not with this easy air-fryer recipe! The air fryer works some kind of magic, and it crisps up into perfectly crunchy chicken.
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