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Sautéed Wakame and Green Beans
This calcium-rich seaweed has a deep-green hue, long and wide leaves, a salty–sweet flavor, and a soft texture. Complement this sea vegetable with green beans, and top with tamari and sesame seeds for a nutritious side dish.
Braised Radishes With Honey and Black Pepper
Braising softens radish roots and tempers their spicy rawness. The sweet honey and aromatic black pepper in this recipe complement, rather than detract from, the character of the radishes, and the browned edges of the radishes themselves add a flavorful touch.
Warm Wilted Pea Shoots
Think beyond the pea pod. Succulent pea shoots have long been a staple in Chinese cooking, and some U.S. farmers are now growing peas especially for their shoots and leaves. Look for pea shoots in late spring, and enjoy them in any dish as a replacement for greens like spinach, Swiss chard, or kale. You can add raw pea shoots to salads for an extra kick, but wilting them really brings out their flavor.
Warm Zucchini Salad
Zucchini is more than a ubiquitous plant that grows out of control in summer. Along with other summer squashes like yellow crookneck and pattypan, it’s a symbol of Mediterranean cooking. The tender textures and light flavors are inextricably linked to summer and sun.
Slow Cooker Chili
If you prefer a milder chili, substitute the diced tomatoes with green chilies for regular diced tomatoes.
Chicken Stir-Fry
Marinated chicken overnight infuses big flavor into this easy dish. For more veggie power, serve your stir-fry over cauliflower rice instead of brown rice.
Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Pureed beans give this soup a thick, creamy texture without the use of heavy cream.
Chicken and Black Bean Tacos
Make every night Taco Tuesday with well-seasoned chicken breasts and build-your-own topping options for all tastes.
One-Pan Chicken Teriyaki with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Homemade sauce brings the flavor to this chicken and roasted veggie dish.
Lightened-Up Kale Caesar Salad with Salmon
Kale is the star of this Caesar salad that packs a nutritional punch. A homemade Caesar dressing with a secret ingredient (cashews!) brings the dish together.
Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ground chicken and chopped veggies make a delicious filling for these fresh and easy lettuce wraps. If you can’t find butter lettuce leaves, Romaine makes a suitable substitute.
Kalua Pork
You could make this flavorful Hawaiian-inspired dish in a slow cooker, but my pressure-cooker version will get you a giant pile of smoky, fork-tender pork in a fraction of the time. It’s delicious as is — or you can crisp it up and make carnitas, add it to a frittata, or make tacos with it.
Carrot and Cardamom Soup
Perfect for a cold winter day, this bright, beautiful, nutrient-packed vegetable soup appeals to my whole family.
Pomegranate Gremolata
A gremolata is a condiment made from chopped aromatic herbs and citrus zest. This variation is a particularly pretty one, and tastes great served with roast lamb, other roasted or grilled meats, or fish. Lemon zest is used traditionally, but you can change it up by trying lime, grapefruit, or orange zest.
Pork Chops With Pear-and-Pomegranate Sauce
You can cook up this aromatic main dish in a single skillet. Garnish with fresh rosemary or sage leaves if you like.
Spinach Salad With Grapefruit, Avocado, and Pomegranate
This beautiful winter salad combines tart pomegranate with tangy citrus, rich avocado, and deep-dark leafy greens. Substitute arugula, endive, or baby kale greens for the spinach if you like. For a little extra crunch, sprinkle with a handful of toasted walnuts or pecans.
Sweet-Potato Mash With Pomegranate and Maple-Balsamic Drizzle
Pomegranates transform humble, roasted sweet potatoes into a dish perfect for entertaining.
Classic Magic Mineral Broth
Purely from a taste perspective, this broth is versatile, delicious, and nutrient dense. But it’s also incredibly healthy for all parts of the body, including the brain. It’s loaded with magnesium, which is incredibly calming. The sweet potatoes and kombu provide a sense of umami, a savory taste that scientists claim is the hidden element behind cravings. If you’re going to have cravings, this is one of the healthiest and tastiest you can indulge.
Kale Quinoa Salad With Red Grapes
Packed with 45 varieties of antioxidant flavonoids, kale delivers outstanding amounts of brain-enhancing vitamin K (for memory), vitamin A (for learning), and vitamin C (for mood). The anthocyanins that give the sweet red grapes in this recipe their deep color are phenomenal antioxidants that may also enhance memory. The olive oil’s fat increases the bioavailability of kale’s fat-soluble nutrients.
Baked Chicken With Minted Chimichurri
Chicken is absolutely loaded with tryptophan, which can boost mood and help sleep come easier. It’s also high in vitamin B3 (a.k.a. niacin), which the Chicago Health and Aging Project found may slow cognitive decline. Here we take chicken thighs and jazz ’em up with a tantalizing minted chimichurri. The scent of mint has been shown to increase alertness, and the taste is perfect for waking up chicken and other meats.
Pan-Seared Scallops
Cooking delicate scallops quickly over high heat prevents moisture and flavor loss. By searing deeply on one side, you’ll allow the scallops to develop a crisp golden crust. Then all you have to do is flip them to allow the skillet to “kiss” the other side. Don’t be afraid to use a hot pan.