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Side Dishes

Winter Slaw

Winter Slaw

Try this technicolor cabbage slaw, which is livened up with fresh mint, pomegranate seeds, and chopped walnuts.
By Russ Crandall
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Skillet-Roasted Winter Vegetables

Skillet-Roasted Winter Vegetables

For a delicious heritage twist, roast these root veggies in duck fat or lard.
By Russ Crandall
Side Dishes
Buckwheat Kasha

Buckwheat Kasha

Next time you're hankering for oatmeal, try this hearty Russian porridge instead.
By Russ Crandall
Side Dishes
Avocado-apple-chicken-salad

Avocado Apple Chicken Salad

Using cooked chicken speeds up the preparation of this light, refreshing, and nutritious salad.
By The LTH Nutrition Team
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Asian Forbidden Rice Salad

Asian Forbidden-Rice Salad With Mango and Jicama

Black rice contains more powerful antioxidants than any other rice variety.
By Lisa Markley, MS, RDN and Jill Grunewald, HNC
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Spicy Nepalese Onion and Potato Salad

Spicy Nepalese Onion Potato Salad

If you're feeling adventurous, amp up the chili in this Nepalese dish.
By Katie Caldesi
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Spiced Green Beans With Tomatoes

Spiced Green Beans With Tomatoes

Turn this Meditteranean-inspired dish into a meal with the addition of fried eggs.
By Katie Caldesi
Lunch & DinnerSide Dishes
Zucchini Carpaccio With Ricotta

Zucchini Carpaccio With Ricotta

This delectable Italian salad combines creamy ricotta cheese with sweet honeydew melon.
By Katie Caldesi
Lunch & DinnerSide Dishes
Mexican Beef Salad

Mexican Beef Salad

This spicy and crunchy salad is a perfect vehicle for leftover beef.
By Katie Caldesi
Lunch & DinnerSalads
green goddess salad

Green Goddess Salad

Herbaceous and creamy, the dressing for this classic salad is loaded with flavor, thanks to a surprise ingredient.
By Melissa Joulwan
Dips, Spreads, & DressingsLunch & Dinner
Smoked Salmon and Hard-Boiled Egg Salad

Smoked Salmon and Hard-Boiled Egg Salad

This protein-rich Icelandic breakfast will keep you energized all day.
By Melissa Joulwan
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Edamame Beans With Tuna and Onion

Edamame Beans With Tuna and Onion

This classic Italian recipe replaces the traditional borlotti beans with edamame.
By Antonio Carluccio
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Grilled Pepper Salad

Grilled Pepper Salad

This colorful Italian salad is a cinch to make at home — and beats jarred peppers any day.
By Antonio Carluccio
Lunch & DinnerSalads
Cinnamon-Glazed Carrots

Cinnamon-Glazed Carrots

This quick side dish, flavored with maple syrup, cinnamon, and coconut oil, will appeal to even your most picky family members.
By Megan Gilmore
Side Dishes
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Many people think of quinoa as a grain, but it's actually a seed. This detox-friendly salad is bursting with fresh herbs and crunchy veggies.
By Megan Gilmore
Lunch & DinnerSalads
marinated-lentils

Marinated Lentils

This protein-packed dish is spiked with red-wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard — and keeps in the fridge all week.
By Angela Liddon
Lunch & DinnerSalads
a plate of Quinoa Sweet Potato Salad

Quinoa Sweet Potato Salad

This salad is perfect for a meatless Monday meal, meal-prep-friendly dish, or a side for a weeknight dinner.
By The Life Time Foundation Team
Lunch & DinnerSalads
cauliflower tots

Cauliflower Tots

Do your kids beg for tater tots? Try this veggie version you can feel great about serving them.
By The Life Time Foundation Team
Lunch & DinnerSide Dishes
a plate of Sweet Potato Nachos

Sweet Potato Nachos

Next time you're in need of a game-time or after-school snack, try this nutritious and delicious take on nachos.
By The Life Time Foundation Team
Lunch & DinnerSide Dishes
bok-choy

Peppery Bok Choy

This savory recipe works for standard or baby bok choy — both are delicious and nutrient-dense!
By Tana Amen, BSN, RN
Lunch & DinnerSalads
The Modern Potluck

Middle Eastern Seven-Layer Salad

The veggie flavors really shine in this salad, which can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to eight hours before serving.
By Kristin Donnelly
Lunch & DinnerSalads
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