Marianne Wren

Cherry Bomb peppers may look cute but these little guys pack the heat!

This creamy and spicy sweet potato breakfast bowl is a cozy alternative to oatmeal.

Bursting with bell pepper, avocado and arugula, this meatless roll has both flavor and crunch.

A unique twist on the classic eggs and toast breakfast with creamy Romano cheese and sautéed button mushrooms

Sick of mid-week pizza? Try this white pizza with three types of creamy cheese and Swiss chard.

Savor this easy dessert of sweet-tart berries swirled into indulgent mascarpone cheese over a chestnut crust

Making pasta from scratch is a cathartic experience that gluten-free cooks shouldn't miss out on

This rich creamy cheesecake may only have five ingredients but is oozing with an abundance of flavors

A deceptively simple sweet and tart dessert with a crisp, buttery streusel

This homemade aioli with zesty lemon and fresh dill brightens up this simple roasted salmon with potatoes and asparagus.

Jalapeños tend to grow like mad once they get going, so here’s an easy (and delicious!) way to use up those peppers at once.

Put all these recipes together for an Instagram-worthy, party-ready snacking spread.

Quick and easy yet packed with flavor, this is a crowd-pleasing appetizer you can serve year-round.

This plant-based, mushroom-topped flatbread is an appetizer that's meant to be shared.

Salty, crispy and chewy, these halloumi fries are sure to become a regular in your recipe lineup.

These bite-sized cups pack all of the flavor of bruschetta into a convenient, mess-free and handheld appetizer.

In our Creamy Lobster 
Mashed Potatoes, we take an everyday side and make it ultra-indulgent with lobster, cream cheese and cheddar.

Liven up any gathering with this gingerbread roll that can be made in advance and refrigerated until guests arrive.

A combination of hazelnut and almond butters form the base of these gluten- and grain-free cookies. Loaded with chocolate chunks, they are uber decadent and a cinch to put together.

Grilled cauliflower florets stay meaty-firm, giving them great texture under a blanket of gooey cheese and zesty avocado-lime crema.

Don’t be fooled by the simple ingredients in these tacos. Together, the earthy, cumin-spiced chicken, sweet grilled onions and herbaceous salsa taste sensational.

Pops of fresh ginger wake up your senses in this easy-breezy fruit classic.

Make the most of your farmers’ market haul with this decadent 5-ingredient mousse that blends fresh strawberries with rich mascarpone cheese and whipping cream.

This childhood favorite is so easy to make from scratch – no need to use a canned soup as a starter. We make ours with fresh chopped vegetables and a simple base of flour, broth and cream. And the dough? We skip it and use packaged phyllo dough instead; simply scrunch it and brush it with oil before baking.

Instead of a red sauce, these enchiladas are topped with brighter, tangier salsa verde. It’s usually mild, so if you enjoy a bit of heat, serve it with hot sauce. Garnish with cilantro for a pop of herbaceous flavor.

Chicken, veggies, quinoa and a zingy buttermilk dressing are perfectly matched in this meal in a bowl.

Find cauliflower crusts in the freezer section of your grocery store, but read the instructions as some brands require pre-baking.

There’s something so good about a cheesy stuffed potato. Here, we’ve used sweet potatoes for a nutrient boost. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over top.

The garlicky mayo on these burgers is so good, you may need to make a triple batch for all your sandwich needs. And the patties are a tasty meatless option you don’t have to fire up the grill for.

These healthy oatmeal cookies are the perfect blend of dark chocolate with gooey tahini for a sweet, chewy, gluten-free, dairy-free and grain free treat.

This breakfast take on a Greek favorite skips the heavy pastry and gives you a good dose of greens, along with heaps of feta and creamy ricotta for a satisfying start to the day. Make it ahead of time and simply warm it through in the toaster oven in the morning.

This super-fast smoothie bowl contains satiating protein yet tastes like decadent cherry cheesecake.

Maple-roasted pears and cashews adorn this hearty kale salad with chicken and a rich buttermilk dressing.

These tofu fries make for a crispy treat when you’re craving comfort food. The miso peanut sauce creates a sweet and delectable dip.

Why bother stuffing your chicken when you can simply cook the chicken in the stuffing? In this recipe, the chicken is nestled in vegetables and chunks of whole-grain bread, for a stuffing-like mixture that’s deliciously infused with the chicken’s natural juices.

Bone-in chicken is simmered with fragrant spices, tomatoes and chipotle chiles for a deeply flavorful taco filling. Both the filling and the salsa hold up well in the refrigerator and make great leftovers for lunch the next day.

Piled high with seasoned beans and veggies, these tostadas are more assembly than cooking.

Making a batch of these almond butter, oat and flax bars at the start of the week ensures you always have a nutritious snack on hand or a breakfast you can grab on your way out the door.

By removing the backbone, you get a juicy, whole chicken cooked in less time. The process takes only minutes but can be intimidating for first-timers; however, you can always ask your butcher to do it for you. Serve with additional lime wedges around the platter.

A staff favorite, this cool dessert looks extravagant but is very easy to pull off, plus it’s completely make-ahead.

Sweet peaches meld with creamy ricotta cheese in this light and moist Bundt cake smothered with an orange–yogurt frosting.

Smoky planked salmon with butter-topped sweet potatoes looks fancy, but this family-style dinner couldn’t be easier. Here, we serve it with grilled asparagus to round out the meal.

Sweet, in-season strawberries are the base of these pretty breakfast pops along with fiber-rich chia seeds. An optional boost of protein powder helps keep you satiated until lunch.

Forget croutons, this crispy quinoa topping is going to be your new way of adding crunch to salads, soups and more.

This textured, complex salad is lightly dressed with our sweet and pungent Russian dressing, but feel free to add a little more if you like. Fennel gives it a gentle licorice note, while the Parmesan adds a satisfying umami touch. Don’t skip the Crispy Quinoa Topper, it adds a crunch that you won’t want to miss.

A luscious butterscotch-flavored pudding layered with caramelized bananas and a toasted oat crumble makes this a must-try dessert.

We created this beautiful layer cake to celebrate Clean Eating's 10th anniversary, but it is perfect for celebrating birthdays, baby showers or even Sunday dinner!  It's all clean, of course, made with whole-wheat flour and a raspberry chia filling.

Marinate these buttermilk-herb chicken breasts ahead of time and freeze them for the ultimate quick and easy meal solution.

We’ve given traditional brittle a makeover, sweetening it with only honey and coconut sugar and packing it to the brim with good-for-you nuts and seeds.

A bold pasta that cooks in just one pot? Now that's a delicious recipe made easy.

Halibut is high in protein and cooks quickly in parchment paper, making this an ideal clean dinner recipe for busy weeknights.

A quick and easy dish that will leave your pasta cravings satisfied! Sprinkle with mint and pine nuts for added touch of flavor.

Rich, velvety and with just the right amount of salt to offset its 
sweetness, this 25-minute dessert is a surefire win for any occasion.

Can’t decide between chocolate and pumpkin pie for your holiday gathering? This dessert has both with a velvety pumpkin filling 
and beautiful swirls of rich, dark chocolate.

Mango and beet add sweetness without overwhelming the delicate flavor of crab in this roll with fresh mint leaves.

Sweet summer corn and tomatoes are elevated with a fragrant tarragon dressing and flavor-packed halloumi cheese. The firm Mediterranean cheese holds up well to heat, making it ideal for grilling. Look for halloumi in the deli section of your supermarket – it’s often sold alongside feta and bocconcini.

Lighter than ice cream but creamier than sorbet, this sweet-tart recipe using sour cream and yogurt is the ultimate indulgence – with or without an ice cream maker.

These individual meal-in-one packets are great for camping, weekends at the cottage or entertaining on the patio.

A seriously decadent dessert for peanut lovers! A gluten-free crust is layered with a peanut butter filling sweetened with 
coconut sugar and topped off with crunchy peanuts and chocolate chips.

This warm and comforting casserole pairs well with steamed broccoli or a green salad.

A tea- and spice-infused crème brûlée, complete with caramel-like coating, all for 3 grams of fat and less than 130 calories? Yes, with clean eating it's possible!