Recipes

While spirulina should not be cooked (heat destroys its valuable properties), it makes a wonderful addition to smoothies, drinks, sauces and dressings.

Rich in healthy fat and fiber, this Brazil Nut Bread with Honey Butter Recipe is perfect for a snack or a dessert.

For intense wakame flavor, 
try this easy, one-step sauce. 
You can also use it to top steak, 
chicken or tofu.

Top these crepes with what you have–we love the combination of red cabbage, green onions, cilantro, avocado, toasted sesame seeds and a splash of sriracha!

The fun part of pizza making is getting creative with toppings, using whatever we have in the house. We have been putting hummus on our pizza crust for quite some time. On top of the hummus, you can put any greens you have. Sometimes I use watercress or baby spinach for the kids because they are milder, though I love to use fresh spring baby arugula. The sautéed mushrooms add a great texture and pop of flavor.

This balanced sweet potato fries and dip recipe from Veronica Bosgraaf's new cookbook, Pure Food, provides protein from yogurt, and fiber, healthy carbs and antioxidants from the sweet potatoes and spices. The sweet potato "fries" are actually baked with olive oil and curry, and you can easily adjust the recipe to serve one or 10!

Antioxidant-rich watercress has a crisp and peppery flavor that is a refreshing addition to this delicious soup.

This fall-inspired dish is as beautiful as it is healthy. The omega-3s found in walnuts are instrumental in promoting cardiovascular health, reducing inflammation, and help to protect against certain kinds of cancer.

Gut-friendly kefir adds creaminess to salad dressings. This salad makes a large portion and can be topped with a protein such as chicken or tofu. You can also serve it as a side or starter salad for 6 people.

These little nuggets are made with unheated ingredients and pressed together without cooking. Keeping the ingredients away from heat helps preserve their nutrients.

Use gut-friendly kefir in place of cream cheese in spreads.

Meaty and rich in umami flavor, both shiitake and maitake are delectable additions to these Mushroom Cashew Lettuce Wraps.

Serve this Cauliflower Hemp Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe as-is, or top with your favorite protein such as tofu, chicken or shrimp.

Rainbow chard, sweet potatoes and dried unsweetened apricots, plums and figs fortify this comforting stew with a bevy of bone-strengthening vitamins and minerals.

This clean chicken parm recipe is loaded with superfoods to give you a burst of energy and health benefits.

Chef Philippe Massoud cleaned up this traditionally meatless Lebanese-style moussaka by roasting the eggplant rather than frying it, drastically reducing the oil content. The result is a lighter dish that still has big flavor. Serve over brown rice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

If you’re a French toast lover, this is the sandwich for you. Sweet and velvety maple cream cheese spread, poached egg and crisp turkey bacon are sandwiched between 2 slices of savory French toast. This is the ultimate meal for any time of day.

You'll be toasting to your health with this delicious, fruity beverage that's antioxidant-packed and chock-full of vitamin C.

Craving your favorite crispy fish and potato chips? This sandwich packs both fish and chips inside 1 sandwich, and is topped with a rich lemon-caper sauce for the ultimate meal experience. For added color, add tomato slices to the sandwich if you have some on hand.

Take your iced green tea to the tropics with the exotic taste of mangos and cooling mint leaves.

Creamy ricotta cheese adds decadence to these no-fuss, rolled-up chicken breasts. A smooth cauliflower purée and a buttery, lemony sauce will make this dish a dinner-party favorite. For extra color, garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley or oregano.

Light and thirst-quenching, this summer sip is made with electrolyte-rich coconut water to keep you hydrated on a hot summer’s day.

Creamy, zesty and filled with good-for-you greens, these lobster bites are the ultimate summer appetizer or snack. Serve with a warmed all-natural jarred tomato sauce on the side for dipping. For a kick of heat, try adding a pinch of ground cayenne pepper to the mixture.

Of the all the condiments that health-conscious clean eaters want to avoid, Thousand Island dressing just might top the list. It contains generous amounts of salt and sugar, not to mention that another popular ingredient, sweet pickle relish, is generally soaked in high-fructose corn syrup. That's the bad news. The good news is that you probably already have most of the ingredients for this updated version in your kitchen right now.

Smoked paprika is a time-strapped cook’s best friend – it instantly lends a smoky flavor and rich aroma to everything it touches. Here, it makes this saucy dish taste like it’s been simmering for hours. Bone-in chicken thighs are often 
sold with the skin still attached, but it’s easy to remove yourself: Simply grasp the edge of the skin with paper towel 
and pull it away in one go. Sprinkle with fresh herbs, such as oregano or basil, just before serving.

Flank steak is a relatively inexpensive lean cut that boasts a fantastic beefy flavor. It can be tougher than other steaks, which is why we pound it out thin before stuffing with the savory mushroom filling.

A short ingredient list and quick cook time make this pasta a no-fuss weeknight rock star. For even brighter flavor, add a splash of white wine to the skillet before you add the cream cheese.

Zucchini is packed with moisture, so be sure to squeeze the flesh dry to remove the excess water. It takes only a minute and will ensure you get perfectly crispy fritters. Don’t worry about peeling the zucchini before you grate it – the peel is loaded with fiber and antioxidants and adds a nice texture to the fritters. Serve with a dollop of tangy sour cream with chives for an ultra-satisfying weeknight meal.

This veg-heavy version of the classic stove-top casserole – featuring both winter and summer squashes – is served over whole-wheat buns to sop up every delicious drop.

Brimming with colorful, fresh-picked summer vegetables, this casserole makes a great meatless entrée or, in smaller portions, a hearty side dish.

While it’s not traditional to cook jambalaya in a skillet – it’s typically made in a pot – spreading it out helps it cook more quickly. It also means the top can get sprinkled with panko and finished under the broiler, adding a crunch that complements the hearty mixture.

With a thick, stew-like base and a biscuity topping, this casserole is chicken pot pie meets 
chicken and dumplings – plus a whole lot of fresh veggies.

This enchilada-inspired casserole has a mild heat that's balanced by cooling yogurt. If you already have cooked chicken on hand, you can skip the first step - if doing so, you'll only need 2 cups broth.

This just might be the coolest muffin you’ve ever tried – it’s cornbread on the top and frittata on the bottom, filled with veggies like corn, zucchini and scallions for an all-in-one breakfast.

Pulsing cauliflower in your food processor turns the veggie into a versatile rice substitute that’s lower in calories and carbs than rice. 
Here, we sauté it with Indian spices and serve with crispy chickpeas and a rich curry sauce.

You won’t miss the meat in these Asian-style bowls, thanks to a generous 
dose of satisfying umami, a savory, meat-like taste found in mushrooms 
and miso paste.

A zesty ginger-lime vinaigrette sweetened with maple syrup brings the savory flavors of sweet potato and kale together with the tropical taste of coconut.

We’re bringing back the taco bowl with this meatless take on the classic. Tempeh, made from fermented soybeans, has a nutty, mushroom-like taste and is one of our favorite vegetarian substitutes for ground beef. We’ve even cracked the code on a dairy-free chile cheese sauce – who knew hemp, nutritional yeast and chile could taste so good together?

Our easy-to-make granola bars use a blend of oats, nuts and seeds for crunch, and chocolate chips, dried cherries and honey for sweetness and just the right amount of chewiness.

This make-ahead millet tabbouleh salad uses protein-rich chickpeas and plenty of fragrant herbs for a delicious lunchtime meal that you can make entirely in advance.

Light, flaky whole-wheat pastry and antioxidant-loaded superfoods – such as hemp, cacao nibs and pecans – make 
this a healthy alternative to a baked good from your local 
coffee shop.

Protein-rich quinoa replaces rice in this homemade sushi that will keep you going all day long with energy to spare. Our miso dipping sauce is to die for – you’ll want to make extra to use as a dip or to drizzle over chicken, tofu 
or your favorite grain bowls.

Kefir adds creaminess to this overnight oat recipe while also imparting a boost of gut-friendly probiotics. We love this dish cold, which best preserves the benefits 
of kefir, but you can also warm it up on the stove top if preferred.

Make your own seasoned popcorn for an anytime snack. Ours uses rosemary and garlic powder and, of course, Parmesan, for a salty, cheesy flair.

No need to stop in at your local taco joint for a bite – we’ve got you covered while on the run. These cheesy quesadillas are packed with spinach then dipped in a fragrant cilantro and avocado dipping sauce.

Here’s a radical idea: Instead of a yogurt, fruit and granola parfait in a bowl, why not freeze all those same ingredients into an ice pop? You can make a batch in advance then pull them out of the freezer when you’re ready. One pop makes a great snack, but you may want a couple of them for breakfast.

An unexpected combination of sweet potato, almond butter and mango yields delicious results our team lapped up. To speed up the process, you can prep a couple of batches at a time and keep them in the freezer – simply add all ingredients to a zip-top freezer bag except the juice, water and vanilla. When you’re ready, add to a blender with the liquids, whiz it up and go.

Gruyère, a hard cheese, melts perfectly when placed under the broiler. Topped with browned Japanese mushrooms, this savory toast is fit for any time of day.

Smashed avocado steps in for cream cheese and is a decadently creamy base for smoked salmon and herbaceous dill.

Egg adds a protein boost while avocado acts as a healthy source of fats in this hearty toast recipe that is sure to please. Looking for a gluten-free option? CE has got you covered!

We elevated this roast chicken dish with a creamy apple celeriac slaw that adds crunch and flavor to this classic dish.

This truly unique Chickpea Salad is not only creamy and delicious but also easy to prepare.

When you get home with your groceries, wash, dry and prep your 
greens before putting them away in the fridge. This little trick will make 
you far more likely to toss them up for salads, layer on sandwiches or stir into soups and stews. Be sure to store your greens with a damp cloth or towel in a resealable bag to keep them at their freshest. Use greens in pastas, wraps, sandwiches, stews and soups, or enjoy them raw paired with your favorite Clean Eating salad dressing, like the one in our Easy Garlic Chile Greens.

Try our Huevos Rancheros Savory Quinoa when you have a hankering for something savory over sweet for breakfast.

For a quick add to your morning smoothie, oatmeal or breakfast bowl, 
make your own protein powder using staples you may already have in your pantry. It's cost-efficient and much easier than you’d think. Our Ultimate Chocolate Protein Powder is packed with healthy essential fatty acids (EFAs) from chia and hemp, and it contains antioxidant-rich cacao powder. Paired with a cup of organic soy milk, it'll give you more than 20 grams of satiating protein. The powder can be used within a few days, or frozen in individual servings for up to 1 month.

This gluten-free bread gets a slight touch of sweetness from natural sources like sweet potatoes and maple syrup.

Store-bought sauce can be filled with added sugar, unnecessarily high levels of sodium or excessively refined oils. The solution? Make your own.

A combination of sweet and savory, this toast combines creamy ricotta with juicy cherry tomatoes and is drizzled with golden honey for the perfect touch of sweetness.

Mint has many health benefits, including promoting digestion and soothing stomach aches and it adds a refreshing touch to this protein-packed smoothie that will leave you feeling clean and energized.

This nutritious and green smoothie has just the right amount of sweetness and is a perfect way to start the day!

Pure agave tequilas have herbal and mineral qualities that enhance the flavor of the marinade and help the flavor penetrate.

Sprinkle these crowd-pleasing quesadillas with thinly sliced green onion or finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves. For variation, try black or white beans instead of pinto beans.

Black beans add a delicious punch of protein to these meatless burgers while sweet potato gives them a subtle sweetness. Spicy oven fries and a zesty avocado mash round out the meal.