75 Healthy Summer Recipes To Keep You Feeling Good All Season Long

bbq tossed mushrooms
75 Best Healthy Summer RecipesPHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Been dreaming about backyard BBQs, picnics in the park, and getting your grill on all winter long? Don't let a certain diet or trying to eat healthier derail your plans. We’ve got tons of healthy options so you’ll never be left out and can indulge in warm weather favorites all season long too. We know health looks different to different people, so we’ve included options for every diet, like low-carb, vegan, pescatarian, gluten-free, and even low oil. Don’t let summer pressures stop you from enjoying your favorites—remember, EVERY body is a beach body, and it’s way more important that the food you put into it makes you feel good. Check out our list of 75 healthy summer recipes, and you can live your best life in the sun this year.

We all know the most successful “diets” are about celebrating the foods we can eat instead of rueing the loss of the ones we can’t, right? Instead of avoiding our favorites altogether, we prefer to make simple swaps. Take hamburger or hot dog buns—if you’re avoiding carbs, they’re a big no-go. Try one of our many lettuce wraps, our cheeseburger cabbage wraps, our zucchini bun hot dogs, or our pineapple bun burgers. Trying to eat less meat? You won’t miss it with killer meals like our Thai-inspired grilled cauliflower steaks, our Caprese eggplant steaks, or our falafel chickpea vegetarian stuffed peppers. Avoiding oil? You know what we’re going to say—try making your faves in your air fryer. You can make everything from chicken wings to orange chicken in there without having to touch a pot of hot oil. The name of the game here is really to get creative—use our recipes for inspiration, but play around with different flavors. You might just like what you discover even like them better than the originals.

For more summertime inspiration, check out our top vegetarian BBQ recipes, our best low-carb cocktails, and our favorite air fryer vegetable recipes too.

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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grilled skewers with sliced hot dogs, pineapple, red bell peppers basted with a bbq sauce
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Steaks

Bunches of zucchini jamming up your crisper drawer? These cheesy garlic zucchini “steaks” are calling your name. Slathered with garlic oil and showered with mozzarella and parmesan, this showstopping vegetarian side might just upstage the actual steaks at the grill-out.

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cheesy garlic zucchini steaks on a green platter topped with basil and red pepper flakes
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

BBQ Pulled Mushrooms

Chewy, sticky, and satisfyingly meaty without any of the meat, this recipe is so meaty we believe it could convince even the biggest of mushroom haters that these veggie heroes aren't so bad after all. Plus, they're fab for vegan BBQ guests.

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bbq tossed mushrooms
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

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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grilled teriyaki cauliflower steaks on a platter with more teriyaki sauce and scallions
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Caprese Turkey Burgers

We’ve Caprese-d everything from pasta salad to focaccia to stuffed peppers, but these Caprese turkey burgers are something special. Crowned with melty mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and basil, this fresh twist on America’s perennial favorite will be a smash hit at every backyard BBQ and cookout around.

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caprese turkey burgers topped with mozzarella, tomato, and basil
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups

Switch up your classic lasagna recipe for this 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. All baked in marinara sauce, this summer dinner is a must-have to add to your rotation.

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zucchini slices rolled up around cheese with sauce in a casserole dish
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

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.

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cauliflower fried rice with carrots, green onion, and eggs topped with sesame seeds
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Cheeseburger Cabbage Wraps

We're BIG fans of low-carb burgers (hellooo, bunless burger bites). We love how sturdy cabbage is as a bun replacement—just make sure you buy a large cabbage so your leaves are big enough to wrap around the entire burger. Then you can make bacon wrapped cabbage with the core!

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cheesburger with tomato wrapped inside cabbage
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Peach Balsamic Grilled Chicken

Grilling fruit brings out its juicy sweetness, and while you can always go the dessert route with your grilled peaches, they're just as good paired with this sweet and tangy balsamic chicken.

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peach balsamic grilled chicken
RACHEL VANNI

Skillet Eggplant Parm

This dish has all the eggplant Parm flavors you love, lightened up a bit for summer. Instead of breading each slice of eggplant, you'll top the entire skillet with panko bread crumbs, making it easy enough for a weeknight dinner that won't weight you down.

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skillet eggplant parm
Andrew bui

Halal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowls

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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roasted cauliflower in a bowl with tomato salad, crushed pita, onions on top of rice and drizzled with white halal cart style sauce
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Ratatouille Casserole

Ratatouille, a classic end of summer dish from the South of France that features our favorite late-season produce, takes on a new form in this beautiful spiraled casserole. For the most stunning result, try and find zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes that are around the same size.

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ratatouille casserole
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Veggie Burgers

Veggie burgers might seem like the obligatory vegetarian alternative at a grill-out, but that doesn’t mean they can’t taste glorious in their own right. Whether charred on the grill or cooked to caramelized perfection in a cast-iron pan, these veggie burgers will make even meat lovers decide to go meatless for a meal.

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a cross section of a veggie burger topped with tomato, red onion, and chipotle mayo
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Taco Salad

When it comes to hearty summer salads, none are more hearty than a taco salad. Load it up with veggies, cheese, and ground beef for the perfect satisfying summer 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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romaine salad topped with ground beef, sour cream, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, diced red onion, fried tortilla strips, and cilantro
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Taco Tomatoes

We're all for a genius low-carb hack—and these tomatoes totally deliver. We had never thought to stuff them with taco meat, cheese, and sour cream, but we'll do anything in the name of ditching a tortilla for a low-carb meal. You can change up the fillings for cheeseburger tomatoes too.

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Ethan Calabrese

Bruschetta Chicken

This bruschetta grilled chicken is one of our favorite ways to celebrate fresh summer flavors all season long. When you've got extra homemade bruschetta on hand, try using it as an extra-flavorful boost to your main course—starting with this cheesy, fresh dish.

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bruschetta grilled chicken
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Zucchini Bun Hot Dogs

No hot dog buns? No problem! Serve them in h0llowed out zucchini for an extra summery alternative.

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grilled hot dogs in between grilled zucchini topped with avocado salsa
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Steak Grain Bowls

A double-purpose chimichurri acts as a marinade for the steak and a finishing sauce for these bowls; the not-too-spicy jalapeño sauce provides a tangy, creamy counterpoint—plus, its versatility means it can go on anything and everything (read: make extra, and put it on everything).

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steak grain bowls
Hearst Owned

Air Fryer Cauliflower Tacos

To get extra crispy "fried" cauliflower, you gotta use your air fryer. This recipe is basically the vegan version of our favorite fish tacos. The finishing touches? A quick and easy pickled slaw for a bite of freshness and a spicy mayo for a touch of heat.

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air fryer cauliflower tacos
Lucy schaeffer

Grilled Baked Potatoes

Sure, a baked potato in the oven is great, but have you tried them on the grill? Use this method for your backyard grill or even when you're out camping. The potatoes cook up just as fluffy as they do in the oven, but have the bonus of smoky flavor.

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grilled baked potatoes in foil topped with bacon, sour cream, cheese, and chives
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Rainbow Roll

This inside-out sushi 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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PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Coconut Curry Shrimp & Peas

This recipe is a quick route to a delicious, crowd-pleasing dinner. Simply build a base of flavor with aromatics and spices in a coconut milk broth, then poach your shrimp in it. Add your peas and spinach to heat through, and you're ready for dinner!

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coconut curry shrimp peas
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Wraps

With tangy lime juice, a kick of cumin, and a fresh herby zing from the cilantro, these quick-cooking shrimp pair perfectly in crisp lettuce wraps. When you're looking for low-carb lunch gold, these won't let you down.

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cilantro lime shrimp wraps
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Shroomami Burger

We here at Delish love a regular burger, but something about a flavor-packed veggie burger can be SO satisfying in its own way. This mushroom-based version is a symphony of salty, complex flavors. Paired with a bright citrus slaw and spicy vegan mayo, it might be our favorite plant-based burger ever.

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shroomami burgers with scallions and lime slaw
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

No bread? No problem. Doubling up on romaine leaves ensures a mess-free lunch, sans the carbs. If you're looking for more lettuce cup recipes try our easy Thai chicken lettuce cups next!

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turkey taco lettuce wraps topped with avocado, tomato, red onion, and cilantro
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Grilled Honey-Chipotle Salmon Foil Packets

Grilling fish can be intimidating, but with foil packs, there's no need to stress. Rather than worry about the fish sticking to the grates or flipping the flaky flesh, you'll fold the salmon up in tin foil instead. It's not just fish inside, either—there's a medley of zucchini and yellow summer squash with a smoky honey-chipotle sauce. 😍

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grilled honey chipotle salmon foil packets with summer squash
RACHEL VANNI

Firecracker Salmon

If you're looking for a new way to bring on the heat at dinnertime, this firecracker salmon recipe is here to blow the roof off your mouth. The sweet and spicy firecracker sauce combines three fiery elements—sriracha, chili flakes, and fresh ginger—for a layered approach to heat.

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Erik bernstein

German Potato Salad

Unlike the chilled, creamy, mayo-dressed potato salad we're all familiar with, German potato salad is served warm, or even hot, with a BACON vinaigrette. If you've never made a dressing with bacon fat, you're in for a treat.

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potato salad with chopped onions and bacon
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Philly Cheesesteak Cabbage Wraps

We’re kind of obsessed with Philly cheesesteaks, but what if you’re avoiding gluten or carbs (maybe on that low-carb or keto life)? Don’t worry, we’ve got you too. Try these Philly cheesesteak cabbage wraps—they’re everything you love about the OG, without the bread.

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philly cheesesteak cabbage wraps
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Honey Mustard Chicken, Tomato, & Zucchini Foil Packs

Smothered in sweet honey mustard sauce, these chicken breasts are grilled to super-tender and juicy perfection inside foil packets. Honey mustard sauce can be as simple as just two its two titular ingredients, but we amped up its flavor with two mustards (grainy and Dijon) and cooked it slightly to thicken it into a glaze.

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honey mustard chicken, tomato, zucchini foil packs
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Curried Chickpea Salad

A well-crafted tuna salad or chicken salad can really hit the spot, and a curried chicken salad is an amazing twist on the classic formula. Unfortunately, vegans and vegetarians are often left out to dry when it comes to most mayo-based salads. This curried chickpea salad is a simple, fast, meatless way to satisfy that itch!

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curried chickpea salad
Erik bernstein

Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps

You won't miss the hoagie in these low-carb Philly Cheesesteak lettuce wraps. Yes, they're made with provolone—NOT Cheez Whiz. We know they're a little inauthentic, and we're okay with it!

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philly cheesesteak with cheese and peppers in lettuce wraps
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Slutty Vegan's One Night Stand Burger

If you think that vegan burgers can't rival meat-based ones, think again. Atlanta-based chain Slutty Vegan's One Night Stand Burger puts the argument to rest with this loaded burger. It's topped with all the fixings, including caramelized red onion, vegan bacon, melty vegan cheese, and a smoky chipotle-lime mayonnaise. 😍

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slutty vegan's one night stand burger
ANDREW BUI

Caprese Chicken Foil Packs

This recipe combines three things we love—Caprese, chicken, and foil packets—for a SUPER-easy and bright chicken dinner that only takes about 30 minutes to make. Whether you're throwing a BBQ or having a chill family meal, everyone will love them!

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caprese chicken foil packs
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Tomato Gnocchi Kebabs

Sure gnocchi is amazing served in a bowl with a sauce, but have you ever had nicely browned gnocchi taken straight off the grill?The gnocchi paired with blistered grilled tomatoes and tender red onion make for a perfect summer dinner or side dish.

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tomato gnocchi kebabs with red onion and salsa verde
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Buffalo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

We’re pretty much always down to eat some Buffalo wings, but while they’re 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 added it to these lettuce wraps for an easy, super-flavorful, low-carb lunch or snack.

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buffalo shrimp lettuce wraps
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Grilled Tofu

Miso and soy sauce are both high in umami, meaning they infuse the tofu here with savory depth. Once you've marinated the tofu (for an hour+), it only takes 15 minutes to grill the planks, during which you can make the garlicky ginger-scallion sauce.

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tofu a la parrilla
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Balsamic Grilled Steak Salad With Peaches

Peppery arugula is the perfect vessel for this savory-sweet combo, and you just can't beat ripe, juicy peaches come summertime. If you want even more blue cheese in your fruit-forward salads, give this tomato salad a try too!

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balsamic grilled steak salad with peaches
Ethan Calabrese

Grilled Tuna Steak With Scallion Sauce

Those who say that good things take time have clearly never grilled a tuna steak—once the grill is preheated, they only take around 5 minutes! Serve them topped with our grilled scallion sauce over greens or brown rice for the perfect light summer meal.

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PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Stuffed Eggplant Parm

You won't miss the pasta at all in this clever version of eggplant Parm that skips the pasta and frying in lieu of healthier options.

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Ethan Calabrese

Garlicky Shrimp Zucchini Boats

When you're craving pasta, these zucchini boats are a great option. Sweet, juicy shrimp bathed in a creamy tomato-Parmesan sauce, then baked with mozzarella until the umami skyrockets—the easy filling tastes almost like a creamy shrimp scampi.

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garlicky shrimp zucchini boats
Erik bernstein

Caramelized Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Inspired by our caramelized beef recipe, this simple tofu recipe is big on flavor and perfect for even the reluctant tofu eater. Sweet, sour, and salty, these lettuce cups are ripe for improvisation and can be served with all sorts of accompaniments.

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caramelized tofu lettuce wraps
Andrew bui

Vinegar Coleslaw

To make this a truly vegan-friendly slaw, there is neither mayonnaise nor honey in the mix. We use maple to bring out the veggies’ natural sweetness and Dijon mustard helps emulsify the oil and vinegar while adding a bit of a kick in the back of your throat. Feel free to halve the amount of mustard if you know you don’t like spice.

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vinegar coleslaw with poppy seeds
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Air Fryer Primavera Roasted Vegetables

This summery side pairs perfectly with grilled seafood or chicken, but it’s also great simply tossed with pasta, an extra drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of Parmesan.

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air fryer primavera roasted vegetables
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: HADLEY SUI

Thai-Inspired Grilled Cauliflower Steaks

We found the perfect funky balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy in this Thai-inspired sauce to blanket your cauliflower steaks. Try the sauce and if needed, balance it out to your taste with brown sugar for more sweetness, red pepper flakes for more heat, lime juice for more pucker, and salt.

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thai grilled cauliflower steak
Andrew bui

Pineapple Bun Burger

Burgers get a tropical—and low-carb!—makeover when slices of charred pineapple replace the buns.

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pineapple bun bacon cheeseburger
Ethan Calabrese

Honey-Lime Tilapia & Corn Foil Pack

Cooking fish in these foil packs is a total cinch. Using foil over the grill means your fish stays in one tender piece throughout the cooking process, until it meets your fork. With a simple drizzle of honey, lime, and corn, you have all the sweet-tart freshness of summer in one neat little package.

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honeylime tilapia and corn foil pack recipe
Hearst Owned

Falafel Chickpea Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Here, 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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stuffed peppers
Hearst Owned

Buffalo Cauliflower Kebabs

We here at Delish know the value of adding spicy buffalo sauce to cauliflower (see our buffalo cauliflower wings), but we never thought to grill the cauli up… until now. These buffalo cauliflower kebabs put all your favorite flavors from classic buffalo wings onto skewers–and they're vegetarian to boot!

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buffalo cauliflower kebabs with peppers and celery
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Eggplant Steak Frites With Chimichurri

How do you successfully accomplish steak night without the steak? Sub in creamy eggplant for a grilled mash-up of the classic French combo. An Argentine herb sauce, chimichurri, transforms it to a fancy dinner, but feel free to sub in your fave sauce too.

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eggplant steak frites with chimichurri
Suzanne Clements

Cheesy Fiesta Rice

With chopped tomatoes, jalapeños, black beans, and cumin, this flavorful chicken and cauliflower rice skillet channels some seriously delicious Tex-Mex vibes.

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cheesy mexican cauli rice
ETHAN CALABRESE

Grilled Chicken Kebabs

The best part of the hoisin BBQ glaze here? There's no need to cook anything—just whisk the ingredients together and you’re ready to go. These skewers are for all the folks that love a bit of char on their greens. Serve with some steamed rice or some grilled corn and you got a perfect healthy summer meal.

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grilled chicken kebabs
Andrew Bui

Turkey Burger

We love this burger for one simple reason: We let it be. We didn't try to cover up the fact that it was made of ground turkey, and instead, we embraced it. We brought out its flavors and made it the best dang turkey burger there is.

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turkey burger with lettuce and tomato
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Shrimp & Mango Salad

Like most summer salads, this one is ripe for improvisation. Raw, thinly sliced napa cabbage is exceptionally crunchy and sweet, but sliced romaine is a perfectly good replacement. Chopped toasted peanuts are a crucial final addition, but can be replaced with toasted sunflower or sesame seeds for a similar effect.

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shrimp mango salad
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: TYNA HOANG

Peanut-Sesame Chicken Lettuce Cups

These flavor-packed lettuce wraps are as simple as it gets for a weeknight dinner. For the juiciest, most tender shredded chicken, try to pick breasts that are similar in size, so they cook at roughly the same rate. Then toss in the peanut sauce while hot for maximum flavor absorption!

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peanut sesame chicken lettuce wraps
Parker Feierbach

Air Fryer Orange Chicken

Typically deep- or pan-fried in oil, the option to air fry orange chicken instead saves a ton of calories and fat. Looking for a low-carb side to go with? Serve this over simple air fried vegetables, letting them soak up the extra sauce in place of grains.

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air fryer orange chicken
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: HADLEY SUI

Bánh Mì Kebabs

A classic bánh mì is one of the world's great sandwiches. An ideal way to get that classic bánh mì taste? With these kebabs! Par-cooked carrots and slightly sweet daikon grill up nicely with thick pieces of pork chop. And they're perfectly matched with a straightforward combo of fish sauce, soy sauce, and honey.

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bánh mì kebabs with pork chop, carrot and daikon
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Zucchini Enchiladas

We created a recipe that will satisfy that will satisfy your craving for enchiladas while still keeping things light. Instead of using flour tortillas, we use tender, thin slices of zucchini to wrap up the chicken. Smothered with melted Monterey Jack and spicy enchilada sauce, you'll barely notice the difference!

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zucchini enchiladas
Ethan Calabrese

Baked Turkey Burger

Turkey burgers can have the reputation of being dry and bland. But that will never be the case with these baked turkey burgers. Even without the oil, they're packed with flavor thanks to soy sauce, garlic, green onion, and shallot. And, baking takes the guess work out of knowing whether burgers are fully cooked.

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baked turkey burger
Joel Goldberg

Zucchini Burrito Boats

You won't miss the tortilla in these stuffed zucchinis. They've got everything you love about your favorite burrito—black beans, corn, CHEESE—minus the carbs!

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zucchini burrito boats
Parker feierbach

Loaded Grilled Cauliflower

This is a recipe that can be adapted to suit your mood. Add sliced jalapeño (pickled or fresh!) for some heat. Skip the bacon to make it vegetarian. Or add some ground spices for more flavor. We've never tried it, but we think there's potential in a pinch of Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, or taco seasoning.

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grilled cauliflower steaks with bacon and ranch on a blue plate
Parker feierbach

Copycat Chicken Lettuce Wraps

In our attempt to copy the fan favorite from PF.Chang's, we flavored ground chicken with hoisin sauce (a fermented bean paste that gives the chicken the quintessential Chinese-American flavor), soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, Sriracha, and sesame oil. Water chestnuts add a nice crunch here, too, if you can find 'em!

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six copycat chicken lettuce wraps on a white plate
PARKER FEIERBACH

BBQ Tempeh Sandwiches

The grill adds subtle smoky flavor to these tempeh steaks, almost bacon-like, but there's no meat in sight. Add a whiskey-infused homemade barbecue sauce, a cooling, creamy coleslaw and a toasted buttered bun for the perfect summer sandwich.

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bbq tempeh sandwich
Andrew bui

Falafel Burgers

Surprisingly, we found this vegetarian burger harder to perfect than our classic fried falafel. The solve? Roasting the chickpeas to the point before they start to crisp draws out a ton of moisture. When you combine it with all the herbs, spices, and onion, the patties stay together easily!

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Parker feierbach

Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini

Stuffed zucchini are one of our fave low-carb dinner hacks. Fill up the zucchini with everything you love about lasagna and enjoy it guilt-free!

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lasagna stuffed zucchini delishcom
Park Feierbach

No-Bun Bruschetta Burgers

Forget all the rumors you've heard about chicken burgers being dry and boring. Thanks to fresh basil, salty Parm, and balsamic vinegar, these have SO. MUCH. FLAVOR. And they are low-carb—it just doesn't get much better than that.

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no bun bruschetta burgers
Erik bernstein

Ahi Poke Bowl

You could serve this over sushi-style rice or salad. Low carb? Swap rice for cauliflower or zoodles. Not a fan of cucumbers or edamame? Use peppers or broccolini instead. Even fruit chunks like mango or pineapple would be great in this! The key is to aim for color and variety, but the world really is your oyster... er, tuna!

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Parker feierbach

Keto Fried Chicken

To make a keto-friendly fried chicken we skipped the flour and went for pork rinds and Parmesan. Almond flour helps adhere everything together as well for a perfectly crisp chicken. We also baked this chicken to skip all of the unnecessary oil, but it still bakes into a chicken breast that you would swear was fried.

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Emily Hlavac Green

Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Air fryers are slowly winning us over. First with these amazing air fryer pickles (obvs), and now with this amazing coconut shrimp. They get totally crispy, and the spicy mayo goes perfectly with the sweet coconut. Match made in heaven!

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Parker feierbach

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

This cauliflower is the perfect answer when you have buffalo wings on the brain but you need to eat some vegetables. All the flavors that you love about buffalo sauce coat these florets, which are then air-fried to perfection. It all comes together when you dip one into the most perfect creamy blue cheese dressing.

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Keto Broccoli Salad

Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse, with 1 cup containing as much vitamin C as an orange—it's packed with fiber, potassium, even some protein too. But just as important, it tastes great–as long as it’s prepare the right way. Check out our tips to make this low-carb salad a success.

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Park Feierbach

Veggie Paella (Paella Verdura)

This veggie-packed paella comes together in under an hour, and, even better, most of the cooking happens in the oven. Briefly returning the skillet to the stovetop after baking is the key to achieving a crispy rice crust on the bottom, often referred to as socarrat (meaning “burnt” in Catalan).

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Emily Hlavac Green

Veggie Kebabs

These kabobs have the *perfect* combination of flavors and textures. Serve them up with our ultimate meat-lovers veggie burger for a backyard vegetarian feast that even a carnivore couldn't turn down.

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Erik bernstein

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Fried chicken wings are delicious, but they make a big mess. These air fryer wings are super easy, and they're just as crunchy as the deep-fried kind. Keep it classic with buffalo sauce, a side of blue cheese dressing, and some crunchy veggies. or switch it up with your fave wing sauce.

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Park Feierbach

Cheeseburger Tomatoes

Inspired by our taco tomatoes, this low-carb hack is for anybody really wants a cheeseburger, even when they're trying to ditch the bun.

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Brandon Bales

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