Lunch & Dinner
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Korean-Style Tempeh Lettuce Wraps
Grilled tempeh is served in butter-lettuce leaves and topped with chopped kimchi.

Avocado-Stuffed Portobellos
Before hitting the grill, the portobello mushrooms are marinated in a pinot noir and thyme reduction, extra-virgin olive oil, and honey.

Grilled Corn and Quinoa Salad
Inspired by the Indigenous foods of South America, this medley of nutty quinoa and caramelized grilled corn makes a great main course for plant-based diners or a satisfying side for omnivores.

Tabbouleh Bowl
This gluten-free tabbouleh grain bowl uses quinoa instead of the traditional couscous and is topped with chickpeas, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and olives.

Spicy Peanut Noodle Bowl
This Thai-inspired grain bowl is packed with veggies like carrots, red cabbage, edamame, and red bell pepper.

Make-Your-Own (Healthier) Deep-Dish Pizza
Enjoy a feel-good pizza night in less than 20 minutes with an at-home version of this featured favorite from the LifeCafe menu at Life Time River North at One Chicago.

Instant Pot Pipián Pork
This fork-tender pork in green mole sauce can be made in a slow cooker as well.

Instant Pot Green Soup
Packed with green veggies like spinach, broccoli, zucchini, and scallions, this nutritious soup is topped with a tangy vegan cashew cream.

Shrimp Simmered in Green Mole
Make the green mole ahead of time and this dish comes together in minutes.

Pizza Meatballs
Enjoy as an appetizer or serve with roasted veggies to make into a meal.

Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad
This spin on a traditional Caesar salad features greens from Brussels sprouts and omega-3s from a filet of salmon — both of which can offer mood-supportive benefits.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl
Combine this classic trio of flavors with veggies for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Cauliflower Steak and Farro Casserole
Roasted squash and farro are topped with cauliflower steaks and walnuts for a comforting dish.

Wild Rice Pilaf
We use a mix of wild rice and brown rice in this simple pilaf, which is studded with dried cranberries.

Fall Harvest Salad
Delicata squash, baby kale, goat cheese, and roasted walnuts are topped with a dressing made with maple syrup and Dijon mustard.

Dairy-Free Green Bean Casserole
We sub in full-fat coconut milk for heavy cream in this mushroom-packed green bean casserole.

Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Granola
Our dairy-free sweet-potato casserole is topped with homemade granola.

Polenta Pistachio Pesto Casserole
Pesto and broccoli are topped with disks of polenta and grated Parmesan cheese for a homey casserole.

White-Bean Vegetable Soup
This hearty bean soup is packed with Tuscan kale, zucchini, and herbs like basil and oregano.

Spicy Chicken Meatballs With Coconut Pineapple Rice
Oat flour helps bind together these spicy chicken meatballs, which are topped with a pineapple-honey glaze.

Balsamic-Marinated Tomatoes
These simple marinated cherry tomatoes will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week.