Greek Quinoa & Avocados
This mixture of high-protein quinoa, juicy roma tomatoes, fresh spinach, and sliced avocados makes a healthy and colorful dinner option.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Mediterranean Kale & Cannellini Stew with Farro
Our kale and white bean stew is full of flavor and is incredibly satisfying. Simply add all the ingredients to the slow cooker , turn it on, and dinner will be ready when you are.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Slow Cook: 3 hrs (high)
Black Bean Chipotle Burgers
Prepare these healthy vegetarian patties ahead of time to whip out whenever the occasion calls. Try with either hot or mild salsa, depending on the level of spiciness you prefer.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Chill: 1 hr
Grill: 8 mins
Tomato-Edamame Grilled Cheese
Give a classic a whole new taste by adding simple ingredients, such as a garlic-soybean spread and tomatoes. With a total cook time of just 20 minutes, it's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 4 sandwiches and 1 cup spread
Prep: 20 mins
Roast: 15 mins 425°F
Spiced Tofu Spring Rolls
Wrap spicy tofu and vibrant veggies in rice paper for a healthy, easy-to-make dish. Our tip? Save half the tofu marinade and reuse as a dipping sauce.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 2 spring rolls each
Prep: 30 mins
Marinate: 10 mins
Red Beans & Rice Burgers
Let potassium- and protein-packed beans do the heavy lifting in this vegetarian take on a classic dinner idea. Make the burger patty using red kidney beans, spices, rice, and bread crumbs.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 10 mins to 12 mins
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Herbed Tofu Cakes
At just 91 calories per serving, these veggie, tofu, and cilantro-filled cakes make a light and healthy choice. Top with cucumber and mango for added freshness.
Makes: 10 servings
Yield: 10 appetizers
Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 6 mins per batch
Crispy Chipotle Bean Burritos
Using phyllo dough instead of carb-laden tortillas gives these smoky spiced chipotle burritos the crunch you crave.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 20 mins
Oven: 400°F
Sweet Potato Soup with Kale Chips
Sweet potatoes are loaded with the heart-healthy antioxidants beta-carotene (the plant form of vitamin A) and anthocyanin. This simple slow cooker soup gives you all the healthy benefits without a lot of work.
Makes: 6 servings
Yield: 1-1/3 cups soup and a few kale chips per serving
Prep: 25 mins
Slow Cook: 6 hrs to 8 hrs (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
Chili Bean-Stuffed Peppers
Our six-ingredient slow cooker meal makes the perfect stress-free dinner. Stuff peppers with spicy, veggie-packed rice and let the slow cooker take over.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 6 hrs (low) or 3 hours (high)
Trattoria-Style Spinach Fettuccine
To cut the fat in this recipe, use dried tomatoes that aren't packed in oil and substitute reduced-fat feta cheese for regular feta.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Farfalle with Mushrooms & Spinach
Mushrooms and spinach add flavor and nutrients to this pasta dish. It will only take you 20 minutes start to finish.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: Makes 4 side-dish servings
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Healthy Caesar Salad
Our creamy substitute for fat-laden Caesar dressing is the perfect topping for this irresistible dinner salad.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Grill: 10 mins
Mushroom, Asparagus & Tofu Quiches
These flavorful quiches are packed with veggies and have just 108 calories per serving.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 20 mins 350°F
Cook: 5 mins
Vegetable Lasagna
Layers of zucchini, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, leeks, and spinach pack this dish with heart-healthy vegetables. You'll still get the lasagna noodles, cottage cheese, eggs, and mozzarella that you expect from the classic meat recipe.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Bake: 35 mins 350°F
Stand: 10 mins
Caramelized Onion Pizza
Slowly cooking onions in oil, a technique known as caramelizing, brings out their natural sweetness that is the perfect complement to the smoky flavor in this grilled pita pizza.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 10 mins to 15 mins
Grill: 5 mins to 10 mins
How to Caramelize Onions
Learning how to caramelize onions isn't as hard as you may think. Watch to find out our trick to make them come out perfectly every time.
Spinach & Feta Omelet
Try our 20-minute meal when you're craving something different. Filled with mushrooms, onions, and spinach, this feta-topped omelet is sure to be a hit.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Ginger-Squash Soup
Butternut squash has only 80 calories a cup but is packed with fiber and vitamins, especially vitamin A. In fact, a cup has more than four times your daily requirement of vitamin A.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Gorgeous George Burger
Enjoy a soy-based burger that tastes as good as the original. Plus, it's a cinch to put together on a busy evening.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Grill: 8 mins
Mixed-Bean Cassoulet
Using dry beans in this recipe helps to cut sodium, which can be harmful to your health. This baked chili-style dish is packed with protein and fiber without using meat.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Bake: 15 mins to 20 mins 350°F
Cook: 1 hr 30 mins
Tofu & Eggplant
Japanese eggplant, which is smaller and has a thinner skin than the American variety, adds color and bulk to this stir-fry without adding many calories. In fact, one cup of eggplant has only 20 calories.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Linguine with Fresh Veggies
Garlic is a potent antioxidant, believed to help lower blood pressure and cut the risk of stroke and heart disease. Enjoy the flavor garlic adds to this tasty pasta dish.
Minestrone
Make this minestrone your own by adding your favorite vegetables or varying the greens, such as adding freshly chopped chard or kale in place of the spinach.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Salsa, Bean & Cheese Pizza
This Tex-Mex pizza uses corn tortillas as the base instead of a pizza crust. It's a quick-fix meal full of protein from the beans and cheese, making it great for busy weeknights.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Greek Lentil Pasta
Lentils come in many colors , including green, yellow, and black, but brown lentils are the ones most commonly found at supermarkets. Lentils are high in protein, making them mainstays in vegetarian dishes. A 1/2-cup serving has as much protein as 1 ounce of meat.
Makes: 16 servings
Prep: 35 mins
Cook: 1 hr
Vegetable Casserole
Garlic and basil pesto take the stage in this easy slow cooker casserole. Mix with veggies, Italian cheese, and two kinds of beans to make this delicious vegetarian dish.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 4 hrs to 6 hrs (low) or 2 to 2-1/2 hours (high)
Stand: 5 mins
Pasta with Garbanzo Beans
Heart-healthy garbanzo beans help fill you up in this meat-free dinner. A tangy topping made from chopped tomatoes and feta cheese crowns this dish.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
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