Recipes

Avocado is the star ingredient of these tacos. Just substitute avocados for taco shells for the perfect low-carb taco. Load with ground beef, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream and you have a delicious lunch or dinner.

If you aren't grilling avocados, you are missing out! Grilling avocados makes them creamy and smokey, and serving them with grilled chicken breasts and shishito peppers makes a satisfying meal.

Honey and sriracha glaze gives the salmon an amazing sweet and spicy flavor. The avocado salsa is the perfect finish for this fast and easy dinner.

The combination of sweet, fresh pineapple, salty fish sauce and spicy chile sauce is typical of Thai dishes.

A hearty, white-fleshed fish, mahi mahi stands up well to the bold flavors of pineapple and red bell pepper.

The colorful and hearty blend of black beans, corn, tomatoes, lime and cilantro enveloping the meatballs fills out this 20-minutes dish.

Brighten up roasted vegetables with this rich and creamy tahini basil sauce.

These crisp shrimp get a nutritional boost from flax in the coconut mixture that coats them, and make a delicious, Thai-inspired entree standing on their own or paired with kasha, pearled barley or wild rice.

It's time for a new take on this ultimate comfort dessert. This recipe saves you 203 calories, 15 grams total fat and 7 grams sugars over a traditional apple pie. Top each piece with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a light and creamy à la mode.

Eggs and greens are a perfect combination of protein and veggies to energize you all day long.

Crispy, crunchy chickpeas are an addicting, energizing snack.

Start your day right with this creamy yogurt parfait that's full of healthy protein and energizing nuts and seeds.

This chicken quinoa soup is loaded with energizing bites of chicken breast, protein-packed quinoa, and plenty of fresh vegetables, cooked in a rich chicken broth seasoned with red pepper flakes.

This meatless lasagna uses a genius swap for wheat noodles (hello, sweet potatoes!) for the ultimate healthy twist on this classic comfort food.

This stir-fry boasts energy-boosting B vitamins from broccoli, red bell pepper and Swiss chard. Get even more zeal from the iron-containing shiitake mushrooms and shrimp.

This rich marinade turns everyday chicken into an extraordinary meal.

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 protein-rich skillet breakfast is both fast enough for weekday mornings and hearty enough for houseguests. Here, we used plain turkey sausages, but go ahead and toss in your favorite variety, such as Italian or breakfast-style.

Treat yourself to this smoothie version of sweet potato pie whipped together with frozen mango and topped with pecan-studded baked granola.

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.

Any morning is glorious when this loaf is ready and waiting. It’s grain-free and packed with good-for-you ingredients, but the coconut butter glaze almost takes this breakfast into dessert. Remember to use coconut butter, not coconut oil, for the glaze.

This big-batch meal comes together in an hour and tastes even better throughout the week as those classic chili flavors meld together. This version is bean-free for a change.

The key to this mayo-free dip is hearts of palm, which lend a light creaminess when blended up with lemon and Parmesan, for a twist on a classic.

If you find cooking fish intimidating, this recipe is for you. Simply add fillets to a baking dish with olive oil and a few flavorful staples.

We've taken the classic combo of grilled cheese and tomato soup and reinvented it. In our version, the grilled cheese is made into croutons and served on the soup — chop them larger or smaller depending on your preference.

Pinto beans lend body while also adding a dose of satiating protein and fiber to this spicy soup. Adapt the toppings to your taste — we love it with tangy pickled onions, but they are completely optional. Avocado, cilantro, jalapeños and radishes all make great toppers as well.

The secret to making this soup extra fast is frozen butternut squash — here, it's blended with coconut milk and an array of aromatic spices.

A creamy corn chowder in less than 30 minutes? It’s possible thanks to frozen and thawed corn kernels and a handful of flavorful ingredients.

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

Pancakes take a savory turn with this almond and cornmeal version topped with black bean salsa and a drizzle of cilantro-infused yogurt.

Meet your new favorite brownie: With cocoa powder, chunks of dark chocolate and toasted hazelnuts, these are uber decadent (and just happen to be gluten- and grain-free!).

Turn a rainbow of roasted vegetables into a stunning snack-ready platter that'll feed a crowd.

We pair tart (rhubarb) with sweet (strawberry) and topped these muffins with a simple streusel topping for a perfect dessert treat.

Chamomile-cured salmon pairs well with a homemade fingerling potato salad for a savory brunch dish.

These Eggs Benedict are every bit as good as the classic versions served over an English muffin. Except we swap the muffin for sweet potato fritters, making this dish Whole30 compliant.

We’ve unbundled your favorite sushi and included all the savory flavors in this sushi-style bowl. Instead of rice, though, we’ve used cucumber noodles for a fresh, crunchy twist combined with tuna, avocado and a gingery sauce

Squash stands in for rice in this remake of the traditional Spanish dish. You can use butternut squash or yellow squash — we recommend spiralizing the veg first, then cutting or pulsing in the food processor to get rice-size pieces. If using yellow squash, cutting it is a safer bet since the veg is so delicate. Check the labels when you are purchasing chorizo as some brands contain sugar.

Creamy, nutty and loaded with fresh veggies, this vegan meal is one you'll want to eat again and again.

Miss the feeling of unwinding with a glass of wine after a long day? Try this mocktail with zingy ginger and tart pineapple blended into a base of hibiscus tea.

This taco bowl is so satisfying that we’re sure you’re going to keep it on rotation long after your Whole30 journey is over. When purchasing salsa, check that it doesn’t contain added sugar.

This take on burgers ditches the buns in favor of a collard green wrap and subs in baked carrot fries for the traditional fries that are usually cooked in processed oils.

While you can’t have conventional deep-fried French fries during the Whole30 challenge, you can have these heart-healthy wedges. Whether you prefer to bake or fry them, both options are compliant.

A high-quality bone broth in place of traditional broth not only makes this dish Whole30-compliant, but it also helps boost your immune system, treat leaky gut and improve joint health, thanks to the collagen it contains. This soup tastes even better the next day, so it makes a perfect weekday lunch.

A few easy swaps – such as almond milk in the mash and cassava flour as a thickener – makes this classic comfort meal Whole30 compliant. You can make this pie in a large baking dish or in smaller, individual servings.

No need to give up on crispy chicken while doing the Whole30 – you just have to make it with compliant ingredients. Use the spicy marinara as a dipping sauce or smother it over top.

This tahini dip gets a flavor kick from harissa, a Moroccan chile pepper paste. Just read the label carefully to ensure it doesn’t contain added sugar. Use your favorite vegetables for dipping.

Look for sugar- and nitrate-free bacon to stay Whole30 compliant.

Brimming with lemon, tarragon, parsley and chives, these deviled eggs are a fresh, zesty take on the classic side. Garnish with curls of lemon zest for a pretty presentation.

The old-school sandwich side gets an upgrade with crunchy pickles and avocado oil mayonnaise. Just be sure to read your labels to ensure your ingredients are Whole30 compliant.

Hearty roasted veggies – including purple potatoes, celery root, turnip and parsnips – are tossed with a quick herbed pesto made with parsley, basil and a lot of lemon for a fresh, zesty take on this classic side.

Shredded carrots and parsnips are seasoned with curry powder in these no-fuss fritters. You can shallow fry them in avocado oil or bake them. Pair them with a sauce for dipping, if you like.

Let this spiced chicken curry warm you up from the inside out. This recipe is packed with veggies and has a silky coconut milk base for a dish that is both indulgent and healthy.

Homemade meatballs that use coconut flour as a binder get simmered in a hearty tomato sauce and served on a bed of cauliflower rice.

Many stir-fry sauces contain soy sauce and sugar, both of which are off the menu on the Whole30 plan. This healthy remake uses coconut aminos, sesame oil and ginger for maximum flavor while sticking to compliant ingredients.

You don’t need tortillas or wheat-battered fish to make tasty, gut-supportive tacos, you just need this easy recipe.

An almond flour coating gives these spicy bites a crispy exterior without the need for bread crumbs. Paired with a dip made of heart-healthy fats, you have a satiating side. Serve it hot right from the oven for best texture.

Caramelized shallots and crispy bacon impart big flavor to these shredded Brussels sprouts topped with crunchy pumpkin seeds. To make this dish vegetarian, you can omit the bacon and sauté the shallots in olive oil instead. To ensure it’s Whole30 compliant, look for bacon that doesn’t contain sugar.

This baked fajita recipe uses pork instead of the usual beef or chicken. And it's easy to make — just cut up the pork and veggies, then pop them in the oven. The outcome is juicy and tender pork and a dinner that's packed with flavor.

This hot or cold soup takes less time to prepare than it takes to watch a sitcom. A touch of miso adds a nutty, salty element to the mix and teams up with firm light tofu to pack in the protein.

This slow-cooker version of the Middle Eastern classic is given a twist with ras el hanout, a North African spice blend that can include ginger, anise, cinnamon, nutmeg, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, nigella, mace, galangal, turmeric and dried flowers such as lavender and rose.

Chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food­. This makeover uses zucchini noodles (aka zoodles) instead of wheat noodles and a variety of herbs to amp up the flavor. Make sure to look for a broth that’s made with Whole30-compliant ingredients.

Our team was seriously impressed by the deep flavors in this easy-to-make roast. Pop it into the slow cooker before you head to work and come home to a comforting meal. Make sure you check all your ingredients to ensure they are Whole30 compliant.

For a hearty one-dish salad, toss tender strips of beef tenderloin with crisp salad greens, mushrooms, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Dress it with a tangy mix of Greek yogurt, buttermilk, garlic and apple cider vinegar, and serve as a main dish.

Beets and carrots get dressed in a spicy vinaigrette makes a light and flavorful salad.

This zesty Mexican flavored bake is easy to prepare. Vegetables, black beans and avocado smother a soft egg.