Dinner

Creamy coconut is balanced with tangy lemongrass in this Asian-style soup that’s brimming with nutritious and fiber-rich vegetables.

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.

Miso is an enzyme-rich, naturally fermented soy product that's been a mainstay of Japanese cooking for centuries.

Aromatic, juicy pork tenderloin is complemented by sweet-tart roasted acorn squash.

This dish will impress your guests and make you look like a Food Network Star while being surprisingly easy.

Sweet grilled pineapple, rich and creamy mashed avocado and fresh tomato slices impart amazing color, flavor and texture to these satisfying sandwiches.

This sauce features round, floral notes of vanilla to complement the tart sweetness of the cranberries. To make the recipe even more quickly, you could use two teaspoons of vanilla extract, but it won’t have the same depth of flavor – or the pretty vanilla-speckled look – of the whole bean.

A traditional French dish, chicken chasseur, or hunter-style chicken, is a one-pot meal where chicken is combined with mushrooms and white wine. Our chicken chasseur slow cooker recipe uses both cremini and wild mushrooms for an extra-intense flavor. Try pairing it with mashed potatoes or brown rice.

This fruity dressing with fresh marjoram and pungent blue cheese marries well with both sweet and savory dishes on the holiday table.

Savor this beef and chickpea chili on those cold winter nights when all you want is a warming bowl of comfort.

Sometimes called scalloped potatoes, a potato gratin is a beautiful addition to your holiday table. This version has fennel tucked into it, adding a lovely flavor to the dish.

Sweet, tart, creamy and warmly spicy, this sauce works as a side dish with meats as well as on sandwiches made with any leftovers.

Rich and satisfying old-fashioned chicken pot pie filling is topped with quick homemade biscuits in this family favorite.

This hearty stew is full of fiber, thanks to a healthy serving of autumn veggies and barley.

This quick and easy recipe for veggie chicken bowls features eggplant, carrots, Brussels sprouts and quinoa.

Dreaming of a tender Sunday roast? This roast beef with sweet potatoes recipe serves 8.

This satisfying meatless dish combines sweet and tender sweet potato with spicy beans and creamy avocado and yogurt.

No need to stop for Asian takeout tonight. This sweet and sour pork recipe hits all the sweet, salty and tart notes you’d expect from a decadent stir-fry – you’d never know it came out of your slow cooker! Enjoy served over brown rice.

Here, a juicy pork loin gets stuffed right down the middle, so that each slice yields a ring of meat with a donut hole of filling. If you like, play with using different kinds of cheese and herbs.

Serving roasted potatoes means you’re not a slave to the stove top; the oven does the work and you get more time with your guests. And don’t be misled by the short ingredients list – this recipe is loaded with flavor.

Wonderfully fresh and tender scallops are served on a bed of fennel and lettuce with a sweet and tart grapefruit dressing. If your budget allows, buy high-quality, dry-packed scallops, which are not packed in a phosphate preservative solution.

Nutrient powerhouses butternut squash and kale add both color and flavor to this creamy, cheesy slow-cooker lasagna.

This classic holiday turkey is made even more special by adding onions to the roasting pan and a splash of red wine to the gravy.

Gorgeous fall vegetables generously lace this traditional-style dressing. To make it your own, feel free to experiment with different combinations of your favorite veggies and herbs.

Mashed potatoes are a wonderfully blank canvas that can be enhanced by adding other vegetables to the cooking water. Here, cauliflower adds nutty notes while dill stirred in at the end adds lovely green flecks and a pop of fresh flavor.

This easy roasted chicken with acorn squash recipe from our September 2014 meal plan will leave you with plenty of delicious leftovers for the week!

This clean chicken burger from our September 2014 meal plan satisfies a burger craving and is ready in 40 minutes.

This easy veggie dinner, from our September 2014 Meal Plan, is hearty and satisfying.

Clean up your risotto by replacing rice with cooked cauliflower. Rich in antioxidants and cancer-fighting properties, cauliflower risotto will become your new mealtime staple.

These protein-rich patties are kissed with just a touch of maple syrup and topped with fresh, sweet cinnamon-spiced apples for a meal that works equally well for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Opt for a sweet red variety of apple that will hold its shape when cooked, such as Braeburn or McIntosh.

This veggie kimchi stew is loaded with healthful fermented veggies that deliver probiotics to increase the body's immunity.

This creamy, gluten-free acorn squash soup is flavored with fresh ginger. Ginger has numerous benefits for the gastrointestinal tract.

These roasted veggies make a delicious meatless dinner. Turmeric, a classic Indian spice, is a known anti-inflammatory with cancer-fighting properties.

Lighten up your tacos by trading classic guacamole for a version made with edamame and silken tofu.

This hearty, warm salad featuring quinoa and millet makes a nutritious dinner or lunch.

Baking fish in parchment paper, a quick-cooking method, gently preserves the fish's tenderness while capturing its flavor. Top it with a cool cucumber salsa.

Roasting the garlic first gives this creamy chicken dish it's mild, yet rich flavor.

These zucchini boats make a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.

These light and fresh fish tacos feature grilled cod and mango.

These quick and easy corn cakes make a protein-packed veggie dinner.

You'll save the day when you make these sausage & pepper heroes for your hungry family.

Superfoods like beets and walnuts meet greens and heirloom grains in this healthy quinoa salad.

A clean take on a childhood favorite – burgers and tater tots.

These cheesy quesadillas are perfect for a Cinco de Mayo celebration at home! They're packed with protein and healthy fat, and you'll love how they pair with a spoonful of creamy guacamole.

Sweet, nutty cornmeal lends these baked chicken tenders a perfectly crisp coating. For more crunch, opt for medium-grind cornmeal, but if you like a smooth texture, choose fine ground.

The simple yet sophisticated flavors of butter, white wine, garlic and tomatoes elevate this clam linguine to an indulgent meal. Steamed broccoli rabe makes a great side for this dish.

You’ll never go back to plain pork chops again once you’ve tried our buttermilk-marinated version! Juicy plums lend a burst of seasonal flavor.

A traditional Indian dish, Biryani is typically made with basmati rice and layered with spiced chicken before baking. In this recipe, we’ve swapped the rice for Kamut for added texture, and skipped the layering step to save time – all while keeping its classic, aromatic flavorings. We suggest getting a head start on cooking the Kamut in Step One before chopping or measuring your other ingredients. To reduce cooking time, you can also soak Kamut overnight in water.

This herbed farro is reminiscent of Middle Eastern tabbouleh – try stirring in some diced tomato and cucumber if you have them on hand.

The tangy coconut lime dressing in this cool and colorful Thai rice noodle salad goes hand in hand with naturally sweet mango and red bell pepper.

Not only does our Mediterranean Baked Cod offer a generous 35 grams of protein, but we also serve it on a piece of sweet and colorful bell pepper with a hearty chickpea salad.

Za’atar, a Middle Eastern spice mix made of dried herbs and seeds such as sumac, thyme and sesame, is the seasoning du jour, popping up on menus in the hottest restaurants. Here, we make our own to flavor lemon-kissed chicken, which pairs perfectly with cilantro hummus and tangy pickled radishes.

Kofta are spiced meatballs traditionally made with beef or lamb. While pumpkin is not customary, we’ve added it here to provide maximum juiciness to lean ground chicken. Try serving our Middle Eastern chicken kofta with whole-wheat pitas, or, for a lower carb option, grilled eggplant slices.

Quick and soothing, our healthy zuppa Toscana (Italian for Tuscan soup) is a light and refreshingly simple blend of creamy white beans, classic herbs and savory sausage. Serve with whole-grain bread on the side.

Ginger, lime, honey, soy sauce, ginger and then some - this beef stir-fry packs flavor in spades and keeps you full thanks to rice and eggplant sides.

Add some fire to your everyday chicken with this jalapeño- and ginger-infused coconut sauce from Brazil. Try serving this spicy Brazilian chicken with brown rice and black beans.

Thanks to its namesake legume and sweet potatoes, this coconut-laced lentil soup packs a whopping 8 grams of fiber!

Sweet delicate crab shines in this simple but delectable dish with zesty lemon, fresh parsley and a touch of chile!

Bulgogi is a marinated Korean dish usually made with very thin slices of rib eye, but in our version we swap out the beef for pork tenderloin. Serve in lettuce leaves with cucumber and cooked rice, as shown here, or get creative with other toppings such as kimchi or sprouts.

In our vegetarian twist on a Greek favorite, eggplant and cherry tomatoes are marinated then grilled to perfection.

Give your steak an extra punch of flavor with our easy herb and Dijon marinade. Our colorful, crunchy slaw made with cabbage, carrot, zucchini and onion is a lovely addition alongside your grilled herbed steak.

Fresh raw fish is cured in citrus juice and combined with flavorful fruits, veggies and herbs for a most spectacular summer seafood ceviche.

Inspired by the Middle Eastern dish shakshuka this comforting vegetarian entrée is perfect for any meal of the day. Serve with whole-grain pita or baguette for dipping.

Make more than Chermoula Fish! This chameleon sauce can be used as a marinade, protein topper, dressing or grain infuser. Serve some up tonight!

Serve this warming casserole with reduced-fat sour cream, salsa and hot sauce alongside – and save 15 grams of fat and 484 mg of sodium in the process.

The classic mingling of chile and lime in these juicy pork tacos is sure to draw your family to the table tonight! If you can't find tomatillos for the salsa, substitute with vine-ripened tomatoes.

Mexican food often gets pegged being unhealthy, but our Mexican stuffed bell peppers prove the contrary! We’ve doubled up on fiber-rich beans and sweet corn while still packing in juicy beef, so you get all the flavor with less fat. Serve with lime wedges and brown rice or quinoa.

Take your family on a jaunt to Greece in just 30 minutes. Here, creamy yogurt with dill and garlic stands in for tomato sauce, while a lightly browned phyllo topping adds both crispiness and flavor.

A Portuguese specialty, piri piri are hot chiles that are blended into a pungent sauce. Here, we use them as a marinade for chicken thighs along with yogurt and a blend of spices. While yogurt is not traditional, it's a great substitute for oil in marinades such as this one. Try serving with grilled tomatoes and lemon wedges.

Japanese-style soba noodles get the royal treatment in a creamy coconut, tamari and peanut sauce for a mouthwatering stir-fry that combines all of your favorite Asian flavors.

Trade your heavy, deep-fried buffalo chicken sandwich for an open-faced version that's dripping with spicy, saucy flavor - not fat.

Look forward to lunch time thanks to this make-ahead falafel recipe, topped with a tangy feta- and herb-laced yogurt sauce.

A classic reinvented, our Buffalo chicken tenders have a tasty, crispy coating that rivals your usual deep-fried variety. Our to-die-for dipping sauce is a cinch to put together, plus it adds pungent blue cheese flavor to every bite.

Pungent ginger, spicy red chile and aromatic Chinese five-spice powder intermingle to make this pork chili dish an authentic experience. Try serving it over brown rice.

Toasted in oil until golden brown, these Fideos (Spanish for noodles) are paired with a rich and flavorful tomato sauce and then tossed with savory shrimp or topped with an egg, served sunnyside up.

Greek yogurt stands in for heavy cream to give this dish a rich and velvety texture. With a side of potatoes, artichokes and sweet bell pepper that's cooked along with the chicken, this dish will quickly become a family favorite in your home.

The humble chickpea steals the show in this stellar chicken stir-fry. Give your 'peas a crispy, spicy coating in your skillet then sprinkle them liberally over your finished dish for a fiery contrast to this fresh meal.