Clean Veg-Heavy Recipes

This protein-packed, gluten-free grain is the key to a balanced meal. Here are some of our favorite recipes highlighting this superfood.

We set out on a mission to find out just how many veg and fruits can be spiralized or riced — and it turns out the possibilities are endless. Learn how to master the technique and use these lower-carb substitutes seamlessly in your cooking.

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.

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.

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.

Vegetarianism is on the rise, but about three times as many Americans consider themselves flexitarians – a diet that offers many of the same health benefits but with more flexibility.

Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts make a delicate slaw. Apples and walnuts add some sweetness and crunch.

These common nutrient-dense foods provide health benefits that are not just good – they’re super. Here’s how to keep enjoying them in unique ways.

Is sweet potato crust the new cauli crust? Say hello to the newest alternative to traditional pizza.

These mushroom-and-quinoa-stuffed mini pumpkins contain all of the flavors of fall. With savory herbs and a hint of tart-sweetness from dried cranberries, these adorable little stuffed pumpkins will be the hit of your next fall gathering!

A fresh, clean take on green beans, lightly sprinkled with organic sesame seeds and ginger.

This light, yet satisfying tomatillo green chili contains the delicious flavors of cumin, coriander and a trio of roasted chili peppers paired with hearty chicken and cannellini beans.

This chile-spiced veggie stir-fry makes a quick and healthy dinner. The addition of the superfood MCT oil turns this into keto-friendly, brain-boosting meal.

These hearty meatless burgers have serious buffalo wing flavor and a tangy blue cheese sauce drizzled over top. The patties freeze well, so make a double batch and store some for impromptu meals later.

In the height of summer, you won't find a better side dish than this deceptively simple combination of peak-season produce.

These meaty mushrooms are filled with a quick DIY pesto, garden veggies and goat cheese for a healthy meal with a Mediterranean vibe.

Smothered in walnut-parsley pesto and topped with mushrooms, this meatless flatbread takes only 30 minutes to serve up, thanks to store-bought dough.

A twist on a typical Caprese salad, our version makes use of the eggplant slices you grilled on Sunday for easier prep. For the dressing, you can use a simple splash of olive oil and balsamic as the recipe indicates, or use the Macadamia Basil Pesto for a more herbal flavor.

Prep your chicken, pesto and grilled veggies on Sunday, so making this fresh and colorful goat cheese pizza takes no time to assemble on a busy weeknight.

Macadamia nuts meld perfectly with the flavors of the sweet basil, pungent garlic and salty Parmesan cheese to create this creamy, fresh pesto sauce.

Butternut squash is spiralized into "noodles" for a healthy pasta alternative, with tomatoes, basil and mascarpone cheese.

Mixed grilled veggies take on a smoky, earthiness when cooked over an open flame. Make these ahead of time and eat them all week.

These oven-baked, flavor-packed chicken meatballs are the perfect pairing with zoodles and our homemade pesto.