3 Tasty Muffin Recipes
Whether for breakfast, a snack or even a light dessert, these fresh takes on the old-school muffin format deliver in spades on taste and texture.
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Whether for breakfast, a snack or even a light dessert, these fresh takes on the old-school muffin format deliver in spades on taste and texture.
Nutty and fudgy, these rich muffins are moist and flavorful.
Toasted pecans offer some crunch to these muffins, and they're sweetened with pineapple and mashed banana.
These hand-held blueberry treats are the perfect way to start your day.
With only 10 ingredients or less (not including oil, salt and pepper), each of these mouthwatering dishes is made in 1 cast iron pan for minimal fuss and uber-easy cleanup.
With deep umami flavor and notes of ginger, this stir-fry is a staff favorite. If you prefer to go meatless, you can swap out the beef for extra- firm tofu. Serve with brown rice and a drizzle of sriracha.
This skillet cornbread makes a great side to a warming stew or chili. Serve it warm slathered with butter.
A rich, herbaceous butter turns this simple roasted chicken into a wow-worthy dish.
Roasting radishes mellows out their pungent flavor. Here, we use their green tops to provide a nutrient boost while minimizing waste. This dish makes a great side, or make it a main by serving it in a bowl topped with fried eggs.
Simple toppings are enough to make this meal shine – feel free to customize to your taste, but do remember to keep it light, as too many toppings can overload the delicate crust.
Nourishing and comforting, this quick and easy bone broth is loaded with chicken and fresh veggies for a healing meal.
These lettuce cups feature traditional Greek flavors that come together in less than 30 minutes, making it a great option for weekday meals.
This simple parfait is ultra-satisfying with sweet melon, creamy yogurt and crunchy nuts and seeds.
By baking these wings on an oven-safe rack elevated over a baking sheet, air can circulate around the wings, making them perfectly crisp. Roasted cauliflower and garlic spinach round out the meal.
This fresh shake has staying power thanks to the healthy fat and protein provided by the chia seeds and protein powder.
Tender riced cauliflower makes the low-carb base for this comforting casserole that boasts southwestern flavors.
This nutritious salad hits all the marks for satisfaction: a variety of flavors and textures, ease of prep and balanced nutrition.
These egg and veggie bites can be eaten straight from the fridge, or heated quickly in the toaster oven or microwave.
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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.
An array of nutritious vegetables are piled into this gorgeous soup topped with shredded chicken. Parmesan cheese is made into crispy crackers to use over top instead of croutons.
Ricotta, Parmesan and feta cheese commingle for ultimate creaminess in these turnovers made of flaky phyllo dough.
We’ve elevated the classic carbonara with seared scallops for added protein. Use any type of spaghetti here, such as brown rice or even quinoa if you prefer.
Salmon makes the perfect meal: It’s both easy to prepare and healthy. Try these delicious recipes any night of the week for a clean, no-stress dinner.
Featuring flavors from Korea, Japan, Thailand and China, these Asian-style recipes will make you want to skip take-out and make these at home tonight.
Try this beauty-enhancing juice that’s brimming with antioxidants.
Never bland or boring, these sides, snacks and full-blown meals show just how versatile spuds can be.
These high-protein potatoes make the perfect appetizer, snack or side dish. Plus, they're gluten-free and Whole30 friendly.
Elevate simple chicken breasts by coating them in a mixture of ground pecans and serving with warm sautéed kale.
This seasonal smoothie is both warming and refreshing — the perfect way to start a chilled winter day with a nutrition boost.
Top creamy baked sweet potatoes with spiced black beans, juicy tomatoes and fresh cilantro sauce for a new take on loaded potatoes.
We’ve upgraded the typical beans and rice with loads of toppings including cilantro, avocado and feta cheese. Feel free to customize it to your taste with any other chopped vegetables or herbs you have on hand.
This salad is filling and packed with an array of flavors and textures. The warming ginger dressing is the perfect complement to protein-packed chicken, tangy feta and crunchy pecans.
Thin slices of Yukon Gold potatoes are arranged in a spiral pattern, brushed with ghee and sprinkled with salt, then baked until golden brown.
Oatmeal offers ultimate comfort in winter and is a healthy way to kick off cold mornings.
It’s easy to make your own nut milk at home with a high-speed blender.
Made from butternut squash and zucchini, these fritters make a great side, small bite or even stand-in for toast in eggs Benny.
Packed with smoky, sweet and savory spices, chorizo-style sausage meat is endlessly versatile. Make yours mild or hot by adjusting the amount of cayenne.
The savory meatloaf flavor you loved as a kid made into single servings gives you endless versatility throughout the week.
Jazz up your go-to tuna mix with our sesame, Waldorf and pesto variations. Use them to top salads, fill a lettuce cup or snack on with veggie dippers. Remember to check your tuna and mayo labels carefully to ensure you are selecting Whole30-compliant varieties.
Zesty lemons and limes lend bright flavor to salmon fillets, which then get topped in a dreamy, creamy herb sauce with dill, parsley and mint. Both sauce and salmon can be made ahead and stored separately for a fast midweek meal.
It’s here – a family-friendly casserole that’s Whole30 compliant! Everyone will dig into this bubbly mix of zucchini and chicken with savory Southwest flavors, while leftovers make fantastic lunches throughout the week.
This hash is an excellent choice for a make ahead breakfast or lunch option during the week or even a busy weeknight dinner, paired with some eggs and avocado.
Rich and creamy — and dairy-free — this curried butternut squash soup is seriously comforting and delicious.
Fresh, flavorful, and fast, these crunchy turkey lettuce cups are loaded with vegetables in a savory sauce.
This homemade latte skips the sugar and dairy that most store-bought lattes contain in favor of creamy coconut milk and the full-bodied flavor of matcha for a smooth, rich drink.
Most chicken piccata recipes use white flour to dredge the chicken, but in this Whole30-friendly version, we’ve used a combination of arrowroot and almond flour instead. A quick sauce of broth, coconut cream and mustard powder adds big flavor to this easy dinner.
This Whole30 Pesto Chicken Salad is healthy and delicious. Paleo, and gluten-free, this it makes a great meal or a filling snack.
These gluten-free baked turkey meatballs are tangy and delicious. Paired with cauli rice, these healthy meatballs are sure to be a family favorite you will make again and again!
This gluten-free Shrimp Pad Thai gives the Thai classic dish a low-carb makeover using spiralized cucumbers and carrots for the noodles.
Vibrant in color and loaded with flavor, this slaw is the perfect side for protein. You can prep it entirely at home and take it on the road – or take it camping, as Melissa Urban suggests in her book. If making it ahead, simply pack the salad, dressing and garnishes separately and toss together right before serving.
Melissa Urban suggests preparing this gorgeous fruity crumble with nut and seed topping for a baby shower, but we think it will be well received after a dinner party as well.
A popular Mexican seasoning blend, Tajín is often sprinkled on mango or melon. It contains dried and ground chiles, salt and dehydrated lime juice, so it’s Whole30 compliant. Urban suggests using this recipe for a backyard barbecue, but we love it on an indoor grill to serve on game day as well.
This version of the Syrian roasted red pepper dip is sweetened with a date to avoid refined sugars. Urban suggests it as a snack for your next book club night, but we also love it as a topper for a piled-high bowl.
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This salad, straight from Danielle Walker’s “Celebrations” cookbook, crams tons of texture, flavors, and colors into one bowl.
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Allergen-friendly meets family-friendly in this lineup of holiday recipes. Free of gluten, grains and dairy, these dishes will satisfy even the most particular (ahem: fussy) of family members while accommodating common dietary restrictions, from plant-based to Paleo.
Few can resist the call of pumpkin spice! These grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free whoopie pies with their cinnamon-cream centers are a hit with all ages.
This dreamy dessert uses the magic of cashews to replicate the taste and richness of cream cheese. You’ll end up with extra Date Caramel Sauce to serve on the side, or keep for another use (such as with pancakes the next day).
It might seem strange at first, but wrapping your turkey in cheesecloth as it roasts locks in the moisture for extra-juicy meat. A simple glaze made from orange marmalade and a jus made with arrowroot round out the dish without any wheat flour, which most gravies would use.
Squash stands in for lasagna noodles in this hearty, vegan-friendly dish that makes both ricotta and béchamel out of cauliflower.
This showstopping cauliflower dish is smothered in a crowd-pleasing tahini sauce. Crunchy nuts, sweet raisins and fresh herbs lend even more taste and texture to this incredibly delicious side or vegetarian main.
Roasting the grapes intensifies their flavor, adding big bursts of sweetness against the savory veggies and lemon vinaigrette.
This simple salad is jam-packed with textures and flavors that makes every bite varied and satisfying.
Homemade pesto is a great way to dress up this flavorful dinner that boasts a plate full of superfoods.
If pressed for time in the morning, fully prepare these protein-stacked pancakes the night before and reheat them in the toaster the next morning.
Parfaits are a fun way to make breakfast feel fancy while still delivering high-protein nutrition to fuel you through busy mornings.
This crave-worthy combo (hello chicken fingers and fries!) gets a healthy kick from a nutritious quinoa coating, oven-baked fries and a side of roasted Brussels sprouts.
Quiche is the perfect make-ahead recipe as it’s delicious warm from the oven, cold or even reheated the next day for a filling breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Move aside mayo-drenched tuna and egg salads. This deconstructed take on the standard fare uses Greek yogurt for a protein boost and delivers fresh crunch from the cucumber and almonds.
Not only is clean-up minimal with this one-pot chicken dish, but you can freeze it and simply reheat and eat so you spend less time in the kitchen and more time doing the things you love.
This nutritious and delicious cauliflower pizza is packed with flavor. Topped with colorful veggies, this is a dish that everyone will enjoy. Make it ahead and reheat throughout the week for an easy lunch or dinner.
Simple one-pan meals can be your best friend when you're preparing for the week ahead. Filled with hearty kale and earthy mushrooms this frittata cooks up a satisfying meal that you can feed you for most of the week.
To ensure that your herb-infused turkey breast is impossibly moist – but still low in fat – leave the skin on during cooking to seal in the juices and discard prior to eating.
No longer just a sidekick to turkey, these dishes prove everyone’s favorite tart berry is the perfect way to elevate meals all year long.
Cranberry glaze elevates simple chicken thighs. This dish is impressive and easy—and can grace both a weeknight or celebration table.
There's no fruit that screams holiday like cranberries. A classic clafoutis gets a holiday spin with cranberries and orange which lend just the right amount of sweetness and acidity.
Sweet and tart cranberries transform into a spicy jalapeño sauce for these cheesy quesadillas.
No need to order a fancy appetizer platter to wow your guests when you can create your own with our step-by-step guide, with options to customize to your taste and accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions.