Almonds

We trade lettuce or cabbage to lay our chicken, radish, scallions, clementine and almonds on a bed of shredded Brussels sprouts. Pack salad and dressing separately and toss together when ready to eat.

This salad comes together fast and provides crunch plus sweet and salty notes from the oranges and Asian dressing.

This just might be the easiest pasta recipe you'll ever make.

A sweet and spicy marinade, plenty of leafy greens and all kinds of crunch make this salad a can’t-miss meal.

An addictive sesame-almond sauce adds zip to crispy fried tofu and a medley of crunchy veggies, served up in lettuce leaves for an easy handheld dinner or lunch.

This flavorful loaf is sweetened with dates and granulated monk fruit, the latter of which is derived from a fruit native to Southeast Asia that’s 100 times sweeter than granulated sugar. It’s low-glycemic and works beautifully in baking recipes. Serve slices with almond butter and fresh fruit.

Salad isn’t just for summer – mixed lettuces help contribute toward your hydration level at any time of year. The flavorful miso dressing contains puréed carrot, a surprise addition for added fiber and antioxidants.

Salmon is topped with a crunchy maple-almond crust, making it seriously addictive. It pairs well with sweet and mildly seasoned parsnip wedges.

If you haven’t tried millet yet, we highly recommend this nutty, gluten-free grain as a staple ingredient to have in your pantry. Here, we combine it with kale, navy beans and eggs for a salad with staying power.

This velvety soup packs big flavor with pungent rosemary and mellowed roasted garlic. A topper of toasted almonds adds a nice crunch – simply chop up whole almonds, or use slivered almonds if you prefer but reduce the time in the oven so they don’t burn.

Cauliflower makes a tasty rice substitute, and it’s easy on your carb intake. Here, the chicken gets a big pop of flavor from prepared biryani seasoning paste; look for jars of this distinctive spice blend near the curry pastes.

Shishitos are usually mild, but every once in a while you get a firecracker. That’s what makes this dish really fun! Blistering the beans and peppers in a skillet gives them a nice charred taste without having to toss them on the grill or under the broiler. If you can’t find shishito peppers, try multicolored mini bell peppers instead.

It's important to have healthy snack options in your arsenal during the holidays. This combo of spices and mixed nuts is the perfect good-for-you nibble to have on hand.

Grilling the cabbage imparts an unbeatable smokiness to this slaw. Here, the napa is topped with a spicy dressing using gut-friendly kimchi.

The crispy tofu paired with quinoa makes a quick and healthy meal. This dish is super flexible, too. Customize using ingredients you have on hand or follow using ours.

This nutritious salad hits all the marks for satisfaction: a variety of flavors and textures, ease of prep and balanced nutrition.

This dreamy dessert uses the magic of cashews to replicate the taste and richness of cream cheese. You’ll end up with extra Date Caramel Sauce to serve on the side, or keep for another use (such as with pancakes the next day).

If pressed for time in the morning, fully prepare these protein-stacked pancakes the night before and reheat them in the toaster the next morning.

Move aside mayo-drenched tuna and egg salads. This deconstructed take on the standard fare uses Greek yogurt for a protein boost and delivers fresh crunch from the cucumber and almonds.

There's no fruit that screams holiday like cranberries. A classic clafoutis gets a holiday spin with cranberries and orange which lend just the right amount of sweetness and acidity.

This creamy takeout favorite is easily made at home and freezes beautifully. Remember to stir in the cream (or Greek yogurt) at the last minute, just before serving.

When you think of a hot breakfast bowl, it doesn’t have to start with oats. Here, we use protein-rich quinoa mixed with apple and warming spices to fuel your morning.

This hearty salad includes a combination of savory and sweet flavors such as sweet potatoes, quinoa and black beans.

Eating both healthy fats and proteins helps you feel more satisfied, making it easier for you to avoid hunger-related snacking and overeating. This fresh salad boasts healthy fats from oils, nuts and avocado, as well as protein from chicken.

Featuring fresh peaches and an oat and nut topping, this peach crisp makes for a wholesome breakfast or afternoon treat. To save on ingredients in the plan, we use whole almonds and grind them into flour, but if you already have almond flour on hand, you can use it instead (use a roughly equivalent amount).

You will gobble up these nutty maple cinnamon bars. They're easy to bake and, and they make a great snack or dessert.

This tangy vinaigrette is so simple to make – just measure the ingredients and shake to mix.

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

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.

Fennel is a great source of vitamins and minerals. Combine it with fresh veggies and chicken breast for a flavorful dish.

Dark leafy greens, sautéed with onions, raisins and garlic pair beautifully with meaty cauliflower steaks for a hearty and satisfying plant-based meal.

Breakfast in 10 minutes without going down to the cafeteria? All you need is a toaster oven and a few basic ingredients.

Making a batch of these almond butter, oat and flax bars at the start of the week ensures you always have a nutritious snack on hand or a breakfast you can grab on your way out the door.

Dark sweet cherries, frozen bananas and dark chocolate combine to create a luscious, rich dairy-free dessert.

Packed with crunchy veggies, this raw, veg-based version of pad Thai is hydrating on a hot summer day. The blender almond sauce contains healthy fats and is the perfect sweet-salty palate pleaser.

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

These bars give you the chocolate you crave, along with adaptogenic nutrients that support your energy and mood on a cellular level.

The possibilities are endless with this versatile pesto: Swirl it into soups, smear it onto sandwiches, dollop it onto pizza or bake it into bread. This creative twist calls on spring onions instead of basil for an ultra-fresh and bright flavor.

Attention all chocolate lovers: These crunchy granola bars pack in tons of chocolate favor, plus whole-grain oats and almond butter keep you satisfied long after snack time.

Smooth and creamy, this DIY almond butter is easy to make.

Almond milk is a healthy and inexpensive alternative to conventional dairy that you can easily make at home!

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Ahiflower oil is packed with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. It's delicate, so avoid heating it—like we do in this recipe with spicy, Spanish no-cook romesco sauce.

Also called pitaya, dragon fruit is a dramatic-looking tropical fruit is rich in vitamin C, iron and red pigments called betacyanins, which help protect the heart from damage.

Superfood sacha inchi, also called Inca peanuts, are high in protein and very rich in tryptophan, the amino acid that increases levels of serotonin.

We’ve given traditional brittle a makeover, sweetening it with only honey and coconut sugar and packing it to the brim with good-for-you nuts and seeds.

Fragrant and flavorful, these vegetable-packed muffins are a wonderful treat any time of day.

Pineapple lovers, this one’s for you. The juicy fruit lends a sweet-tart flavor to this veggie-packed stir-fry. We love it served over brown rice.

These portable parfaits have two fruity layers: a cherry and a banana layer, all topped with chopped plums and crunchy almonds for a filling breakfast. Get creative with chopped fruit and nuts of your choice for sprinkling between layers and on top.

The term “breakfast cookie” might sound like a devilishly delicious oxymoron, but we’re not kidding around with these good-for-you jumbo cookies. They’re made with protein-rich almond flour and pecans and naturally sweetened with maple syrup for an easy, grab-and-go breakfast.

This hearty dinner-in-a-bowl is packed with healthful grains, flavorful veggies and perfectly grilled fish. It gets a kick from a fresh sauce made with yogurt, roasted red peppers, and harissa – a spicy North African chile paste. If you can’t find the paste, you can easily substitute with a hot sauce, such as sriracha. It won’t have the same blend of spices, but it will be just as tasty.

Called patatas bravas in Spanish, or “fierce potatoes,” these crispy little nuggets of potato are usually deep-fried in olive oil, but they’re equally wonderful roasted in the oven with just a kiss of oil as we’ve done. Serve with romesco, a rich sauce made of roasted peppers and almonds that’s great on any roasted vegetable, and garnish with chopped almonds or a spinkle of smoked paprika.

Serve with cooked pasta, spoon over grilled fish or spread over whole-grain crusty bread and top with halved grape or cherry tomatoes.

Fresh rosemary commingles with tangy lemon zest and smoked paprika to give these almonds a ton of flavor. If you can’t find Marcona, regular raw almonds work well, too.

To keep your prep quick, here we roast the salmon at the same time as red grapes - and we do it all on one baking sheet for quick cleanup. The cooked fruit gives the salad a sweet-tart tang that balances the richness of the cheese and fish. Sprouts or microgreens make a nice garnish on this dish.

This easy, plant-based breakfast will last up to four days refrigerated, so you can get out the door fast on busy mornings.

Ten minutes and five ingredients are all it takes to make these sweet, chewy clusters – no oven required!

Made with a combination of gluten-free flours including millet, almond and rice flour, this loaf is soft and zesty with a luxurious glaze over top – you’ll never even miss the wheat.

Why reach for a processed energy bar when you can make your own all-natural, low-sugar bar in 30 minutes?

Need more plant power in your life? This vegan dish featuring carrots, broccoli, ground almonds and the superfood spice turmeric will rev up your metabolism and keep you satisfied for hours.

These fruit-and nut-packed energy bites are the ideal grab-and-go snack, perfect for any time of day.

Make this ahead and have lunch on hand for several days - simply refrigerate salad and dressing separately and combine in the morning or right before eating.

There’s nothing fussy about this double-decker carrot cake. Rather than slicing each cake in half to make four layers, you simply stack the cakes on top of each other – with a thick layer of frosting in between – to make a rustic dessert that no one will believe is 100% grain-free. Top with chopped toasted walnuts or spiralized carrots for an impressive finishing touch.

In addition to a healthful mix of nuts, this blend contains another secret health weapon, edamame. Edamame is a complete protein, meaning it contains all essential amino acids. It's also a very good source of folate, a B vitamin that helps lower your risk of stroke and heart attack. Make sure to choose an organic variety of edamame.

Be sure to use almond flour, which is made from finely ground skinned raw almonds, rather than almond meal, which is coarser and often made from skin-on almonds. Cook and mash the sweet potato the night before so you can easily whip up these pancakes in the morning.

You'll save money and eat cleaner when you make your own almond milk at home. All you need is a blender, a nut bag and some almonds!

Protein- and calcium-rich almonds are the base of this savory, versatile spread. Miso paste does more than just add a welcome umami flavor as it's also a good source of enzymes which help to enhance digestion.

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

These heart-hearthy no-cook almond cherry bars only take 15 minutes to make, so you can easily make them for the week to grab-and-go on busy days.

The humble crumble gets dressed up for the holidays with almonds and almond 
extract in the topping and a touch of cardamom in the whipped cream. Look for pears that 
are ripe but not overly so – they should be tender at the stem, but not mushy.

These Salted Chocolate Almond Butter Cups actually are good for your gut and help promote weight-loss.

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.

These beautifully layered squares marry the flavors of raspberry and lime for the perfect summer treat. They'll disappear so fast you won't even have to worry about them melting.

This zucchini noodle pasta dish isn't only gluten-free, it's loaded with powerful vitamins and phytonutrients. Zucchini is a prime source of vitamin C that promotes cardiovascular health; it also contains lutein, a phytonutrient that's good for vision.