dinner

This citrus-flavored sesame shrimp with crunchy veggies is even better than the classic Chinese takeout dish. It's quick and easy to make for a healthy weeknight meal.

A flavorful balsamic glaze coats this light and flaky halibut. Served with roasted veggies, it makes a light but filling meal.

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, plus it’s a unique take on salsa: It’s served warm!

Sweet corn, tomato and olive bruschetta is a simple and flavorful Italian appetizer. Top fresh white fish with it for a light and easy dish.

Wild salmon is low in calories, high in protein and loaded with omega-3 fats, which support attention, memory, learning and other cognitive processes.

Rosemary has been used for hundreds of years in folk medicine and aromatherapy to enhance memory and cognitive function. In cooking, its assertive flavor goes especially well with meat and root vegetables.

This hearty bowl is a staff favorite – we just love the pairing of the sweet and tangy raspberry sauce over savory chicken and crunchy vegetables.

The subtle sweetness of acorn squash shines when brushed with a touch of honey and lime. Cranberries and walnuts add richness and tang, while quinoa provides enough protein to keep you full for hours.

These spiced, baked fingers, with their sidekick of fiber-full skin-on mashed potatoes, will satisfy your fish stick cravings without giving you diners' remorse.

You can easily pull this protein-packed meal off on busy weeknights – all you really need is a bunch of kale and a handful of freezer and pantry staples.

Hulled barley takes longer to cook than the more common pearl barley, but its higher fiber content makes it well worth the wait.

Inspired by South African cuisine, this quick dinner keeps fat in check without sacrificing tangy flavor from the likes of mango, ginger and pomegranate.

A quick turn in the grill pan or on the outdoor grill gives romaine hearts a mouthwatering smoky flavor and tender-crisp texture that makes it worthy of succulent grilled tenderloin.

Brushing the meatloaf with a mix of hoisin sauce and ketchup keeps it from drying out in the oven while also adding an extra layer of savory umami flavor. To prevent the slaw from becoming soggy, toss the veggies with the dressing just before serving. To get this dish on the table quickly on a weeknight, you can shape the meatloaf the night before; cover with plastic wrap, then brush with the glaze and bake the next day.

This lighter take on chili is made without tomatoes, leaving room for fiber-rich greens. We’ve kept the spices mild to please many palates, but you can easily add more chile powder if you prefer a spicier dish – here at the CE office, we love this meal smothered in hot sauce!

Substitute zoodles for a healthier take on spaghetti night and throw in some grilled chicken for added protein.

For a lighter (yet still crispy!) take on tempura, we’ve coated sweet potato in panko and baked it instead of using the traditional frying technique. Wasabi powder, or Japanese horseradish, adds authentic flavor and a punch of heat to the dressing.

Passata is a great flavor-enhancing pantry staple to have on hand for soups, stews, sauces and chilies. Here, we’ve added the jarred purée to warmly spiced chickpeas to make a vibrantly colored, rich-tasting vegetarian stew.

Colorful and full of flavor, this gluten-free, grain-free “pizza” features a crust made of cauliflower, garlic, egg whites and cheese – no flour! To save time, prep and roast the butternut squash and mushrooms first.

Missing your favorite chicken Parm with spaghetti? We’ve created the ultimate lower-carb version of the classic dish, using almond flour, chia seeds and Parmesan to coat the chicken and spaghetti squash instead of regular wheat spaghetti noodles. The satisfying flavor is still there, minus the carbs!

This carrot and ginger soup is packed with fiber and requires only 20 minutes of prep.

Substitute mint for basil in this refreshing pesto pasta recipe.

Nutty, chewy farro is a great stand-in for Arborio rice in this tomato-based risotto dish with fennel and leeks.