Recipes

A white-and-black duo of sesame seeds provide a dramatic color contrast, not to mention added flavor and crunch, to these Asian-inspired scallops.

Smoked paprika is a wonderful spice for adding smoky flavor to poultry, and we top it off with a tangy relish that uses one of summer's jewels: apricots.

When time is in short supply, grab what’s on offer in your pantry to make a quick and tasty quinoa bowl!

This fish dish is as easy as they come, ready in just 25 minutes and mild enough for your pickiest eaters. Bonus: use up whatever veggies you have in our fridge!

Shallow-poaching is a great way to impart lean protein with ample flavor - and with our tender, flaky trout, it'll cost you a mere 20 minutes from start to finish!

The most popular variety of Asian pear available in the U.S. is the Japanese Nijisseiki, which is more like a super juicy apple than a pear. It's perfect to offset the rich creaminess of our gorgonzola crumbles!

Halibut recipes don't have to be complex or time-consuming. Grab a couple of fillets and some leafy parsley and let your kitchen staples do the rest of the work. A simple blend of flavors is all you need for a fresh and fulfilling oven baked halibut dinner in just 20 minutes.

A drop of tasty coconut milk is used in place of oil to brown the chicken in this soup and adds the rich flavor beloved in Indian cuisine. If you prefer a citrusy, herbal taste instead, try swapping the cilantro for fresh parsley and a squeeze of lime.

New potatoes, or baby potatoes, come in shades of rose and gold and are simply young potatoes harvested before maturity. Thanks to their small size, fine texture and thin skin, these young’uns are especially quick-cooking!

Chinese five-spice powder adds a subtle hint of exotic flavor, while tangerines add sweetness to balance out the richness of the brisket.

Moist, flavorful carrot cake with a cream cheese frosting made with honey and orange zest.

Hot, sweet, earthy, bright, smoky and spicy – a good jerk recipe is all that and more, including deliciously complex and amazingly easy.

This simple Moroccan chickpea salad is hearty enough to stand on its own for a no-cook dinner, and if you have any leftovers simply pack them for work tomorrow – a marinated dish such as this often tastes even better the next day!

This mood-boosting brew supplies 25% of your DV for potassium, hot on the heels of research indicating that diets higher in potassium and lower in sodium have a positive effect on mood.

If you're not on a regular schedule, both chicory root and prunes might be just what the doctor ordered. Chicory root has been shown to increase intestinal bacteria – which aids digestion – and prunes are more effective than fiber supplements!

Chicken breasts stuffed with a mixture of tangy goat cheese, peppery arugula and fresh-tasting lemon zest have a flavorful creaminess in every bite.

The fiber in cannellini beans helps keep blood sugars on an even keel, preventing post-meal brain fog. Their iron also helps to maintain long-term memory, along with the omega-3s in flaxseeds.

This soothing juice will get you de-stressed after a long day, thanks to nutrients such as folic acid, which helps create dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure.

Marinate this killer quinoa salad in a simple sweet-and-sour dressing overnight for crave-worthy bento box lunches, or let it steal the spotlight at your next family barbecue.

Try our hot 'n' spicy wings, which rival the ones you'd find at your local sports bar, on Super Bowl Sunday, movie nights or even for simple weeknight suppers – and don't forget the Blue Cheese Dip!

Perfect for time-pressed adults, this super-quick fruit-and-dairy combo can be adjusted to suit any taste: simply swap in a different variety of all-fruit jam or nuts.

Despite decadent chunks of melty Brie, this pasta dish is surprisingly light, perfect for spring and as easy to make (just 15 minutes!) as it is tasty.

This is a great example of a Thai dish, with a delicious balance of sour, salty and sweet. Satisfying noodles really make it stick to your ribs while cilantro, lime, green onions and bean sprouts keep it light and refreshing.

The secret to rich desserts without the fat? Silken tofu. Unlike the firm tofu used in stir-frys, this softer type can be blended to a smooth, thick consistency – perfect for creamy desserts. Lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup and your favorite pumpkin pie spices, our mousse is so rich and delicious your family will never be able to guess the secret ingredient.

A clafouti is commonly made with unpitted cherries, as the pits add an almond flavor. Try our version with pitted cherries and almond extract, and you can save on the dental work!

Sure to appear on your weekly menu over and over again, this simple-to-prepare beef stir-fry boasts incredible depth of flavor and is on the table in 15 to 20 minutes!

Dr. Seuss' dish is all grown up! We've dropped the ham in favor of mushrooms, and ample leafy greens make this breakfast a nutritional powerhouse – with just 150 calories per serving.

This fast dessert combines winter's best grapefruit and pomegranate, so you'll be able to whip it up in minutes by letting the seasonal fruits' fresh flavors shine.

Television host, author and chef Candice Kumai's simple parchment supper uses just six ingredients, three of which – soy sauce, orange zest and ginger – are all about bold flavor with few calories!

These Mediterranean salmon packets are simple to prepare (just 10 minutes of prep!) and flavored with a blend of chunky veggies, plus salty feta and aromatic basil.

With a shorter cooking time, this orange-infused salmon is a great dish to throw in the slow cooker before heading out to run errands. You’ll look forward to coming home to this light and fresh meal.

Fresh, fragrant salmon topped with a luscious avocado salsa with tomato and fennel is the way to your loved one's heart (not their waistline).

Although Scottish cooks use oats in every conceivable culinary scenario, most Americans tend to think of the cereal grain as merely a breakfast food. But the classic morning option is ideal in savory settings like our seafood hash.

With more fiber and less fat than your typical deli bagel with cream cheese and lox, this pocket still delivers savory speedy satisfaction. Protein-rich pouched or canned salmon in lieu of the traditional smoked and cured variety kicks loads of sodium and nitrites out of the picture.

We've given this staple in times of financial hardship a clean, gourmet twist by adding cilantro and grated carrots. Protein-rich egg whites and whole-wheat bread crumbs seal the highly affordable deal.

Pounding your chicken breast thin allows the orange-chipotle glaze to really stand out – a better glaze-to-chicken flavor ratio in every bite!

Stripping the fatty mayonnaise and indulgent cheeses from an old-school tuna melt doesn't mean destroying the taste. In fact, we consider our veggie-packed tuna salad and light Jarlsberg cheese a step up.

Chocolate protein powder and cacao powder give our shake two times the flavor – a rich dose of chocolate with a hint of mint.

Punch up your salmon dinner in just 25 minutes with our aromatic blend of spices. We pair it with a whole-wheat couscous with buttery pine nuts and sweet nectarines to complete this delicious, satisfying meal.

Wow your family and friends with this devilishly good 250-calorie Molten Lava Cake.

Whether you're celebrating at a holiday bash or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this spicy low-fat guacamole is a healthy alternative to the store-bought variety.

Similar to asparagus in texture and flavor, cooked fiddleheads are a tasty addition to soups, stir-frys, quiches and omelettes. This delicate springtime pasta is chock-full of colorful veggies for a fresh, flavorful and filling dish.

An insatiable craving for a moist, sweet slice of zucchini bread sent this reader to the kitchen to try her hand at creating her own clean version. The result: a delicious apple zucchini bread loaf.

One of the poster-children for antioxidants, sweet blueberries lend a burst of color to classic banana bread, while walnuts give each tender slice a textural kick.

Wakame, a type of seaweed, must first be soaked briefly in cold water before using. Drain it thoroughly before adding it to other ingredients.

Crush mint, lime and basil together, and you've got a refreshing blast of flavor in this Virgin Mojito recipe! While basil may seem unconventional in a beverage, it's actually botanically related to mint, adding a light floral essence.

This recipe is inspired by the traditional Cuban dish ropa vieja (Spanish for "old clothes"). Traditionally served with potatoes and chickpeas, you can also try it with rice, quinoa or corn tortillas. Using sweet onions keeps the flavor subtle.

Los Angeles magazine listed Phamish, purveyor of authentic Vietnamese "street food," as one of the Top 10 Food Truck Finds in LA. We've got a clean version of their iconic vermicelli salad, Bun.

Here, vegetables and tofu step in for the traditional meat and get a soak in a spicy coconut marinade before a quick skewerless grill. (Don't fret - no fire pit required!)

To choose an acorn squash, look for an unblemished fruit that's heavy for its size. If possible, buy one or two more than you'll need for this recipe: The winter squash is truly versatile and can be baked in the oven, sauteed, steamed, mashed of pureed for a seasonal soup.

For a perfectly portable, leak-proof lunch, layer the ingredients in this quick and easy vegetarian salad in a glass jar (with a lid). When you're ready to eat, just shake it up!

The original breaded, fried veal and veggies on a white bun was easily transformed using the Italian Scaloppine style of cooking. Herb- and garlic-rich tomato sauce forms the base for the veal as well as the sauce for the sammie.

Ground turkey paired with black beans makes these tacos lean and filling. Corn tortillas are a whole-grain food, making them a tasty and wholesome alternative to white-flour tortillas.

Quick-cooking polenta is topped with a saucy mix of tomato, bell peppers and crumbled turkey sausage in this quick protein- and veggie-rich dish.

This savory pot pie, stuffed with hearty veggies and "cream" sauce, gets its tender crust from a sweet pumpkin purée.

Sassier than a sandwich, paninis make for a delicious, clean quick-fix meal. If you don't have a countertop grill, put paninis in a hot skillet and use another heavy skillet to press them down as they toast.

These charming crostini are equally satisfying as hors d'oeuvres or a simple afternoon snack - either way, they fill your body with immune-enhancing omega-3 fatty acids.