quick & easy

Super-stuffed tacos are the perfect vehicle for leftover grilled chicken and vegetables. A quick radish salsa adds a nice crunch to the filling.

Skip the sugar-laden pumpkin spice drinks at coffee shops. Made with spinach and almond milk, this smoothie is a vitamin powerhouse that will give you a solid start to your day.

Move over, apple butter. This simple blend is outrageous on just about everything. Some of our favorites? Try it spread on sliced fruit or slathered on pumpkin spice bread.

Meaty mushrooms, walnuts and a handful of spices transform into a savory meatless swap for taco meat – the texture is uncannily similar!

Full-fat coconut milk is key to achieving the luscious creamy texture that’s often lacking in dairy-free puddings. For a pop of color, sprinkle with curls of lemon zest, mint or berries just before serving.

Made from fermented soybeans, miso paste is a probiotic food that helps improve gut health. Miso paste also contains minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc and magnesium. This dressing serves beautifully alongside summer slaws, soba noodles or grilled chicken.

Serve this fragrant salsa with grilled seafood or chicken, whole-grain pita chips or as an addition to a cheese platter.

The addition of Asian flavors from ingredients such as tamari and green onions gives standard burgers a twist. Raw and crunchy bok choy pairs perfectly with the sweet and spicy burgers.

Stone fruits like peaches are great for grilling – they’re meaty enough to hold up to the heat and the sugars caramelize beautifully on the grates. Most dulce de leche recipes use dairy, but ours uses full-fat coconut milk instead.

The “meat” of this summery salad is the grilled halloumi, a salty Cypriot cheese most often made from sheep’s and goat’s milk. Because it’s semi-hard with a high melting point, it’s great for grilling. If you’d rather cook it indoors, use a well-seasoned cast iron pan to get the best sear.

This easy grilled pizza is the perfect combination of salty and sweet, thanks to turkey bacon and pineapple. Prep the toppings ahead of time for a laid-back pizza night.

It doesn’t get more summery than this pizza with barbecue chicken and corn. Made with pre-cooked chicken and our easy whole-wheat dough, it’s a great option for a quick weeknight dinner.

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

The secret to making these oval-shaped patties ultra moist? Grated zucchini, which not only adds moisture, but also a serving of vegetables.

This gorgeous medley includes a combination of top superfoods—berries, Brazil nuts, spinach and more—for maximum flavor and nutrient value. To keep this salad plant-based, you can easily omit the salmon and replace it with beans or lentils.

Did you know that raspberries are high in fiber? One cup is higher in fiber (at 8 grams) than the same serving of grains such as cooked whole-wheat spaghetti and brown rice!

Bagna cauda, or “hot bath” in Italian, is an olive oil and anchovy dip popular in northern Italy. We add white beans to the dip to boost protein and fiber. It's typically served with a rainbow of vegetables, so choose your favorites. You can also make your own whole-grain pita chips (see below) for dipping.

A key ingredient in many Middle Eastern salads, mint gives this recipe a wonderful freshness. Simply seasoned chicken bumps up the protein content, making this a filling main dish. Using leftover cooked rice speeds up dinner prep — just make extra the night before.

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

A bold pasta that cooks in just one pot? Now that's a delicious recipe made easy.

Halibut is high in protein and cooks quickly in parchment paper, making this an ideal clean dinner recipe for busy weeknights.

This vegan main features riced cauliflower, which you can quickly make in a food processor. If you're stretched for time, use premade or frozen.

You can use any type of mozzarella on these eggs Benny – fresh, hard or a smoked variety. Or you can skip the dairy and use a soft nut cheese.

A quick homemade mint-cumin paste is rubbed over this whole-roasted fish. Orange slices and red onions baked along with the fish do double duty and are used to make a lovely green salad to accompany it. If you have microgreens on hand, they make a great garnish here.

Sherry adds a rich nutty note to this mushroom sauce, which we’ve 
made extra-creamy by stirring in tangy cream cheese.

Rich, velvety and with just the right amount of salt to offset its 
sweetness, this 25-minute dessert is a surefire win for any occasion.

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

In this herbaceous sauce, white wine brings out the flavor of the shallots and herbs by bonding to the butter and imparts greater flavor to the dish from the reduction in liquid.

There's a new steak in town – and, surprisingly, it's made from cauliflower. Here we cut the cruciferous veggie into thick 
steaks, coat it with spices then roast it 'til golden for maximum caramelization (read: flavor).

A winter version of the spring roll, these portable handheld delights and their addicting 4-ingredient sauce make a satisfying snack or a perfect lunch paired with your favorite soup.

Using vegetables in your morning meal is a great way to jump-start your day and squeeze in essential vitamins and minerals. Try our Sweet Potato Pie Parfaits for a grab-and-go savory-meets-sweet option. 
Top with berries for an 
extra kiss of sweetness.

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.

Customize these whole-grain muffins by using your choice of cranberry sauce, but we love the 
kick from our Grapefruit & Cranberry Sauce. You’ll want to make a double batch 
of cranberry sauce this year to make certain you have extra for these treats!

Skip the preservatives and sugar often added to traditional Caesar dressings – here we make a high-fiber, real-food Caesar-style dressing and use it in these satisfying wraps for grab-and-go lunches or lazy dinners.

When afternoon cravings hit, reach for these protein-packed nutrient heavyweights.

This creamy carrot cashew sauce with roasted broccoli is a healthy substitute that will fill those cheesy potato cravings. 
Serve it like you would any traditional cheese sauce over a baked potato or as a sauce for potato gratin or whole-grain pasta, or try serving it fondue-style accompanied by your favorite veggies, crackers, pickles or whole-grain crusty bread for dipping.

A type of black tea that’s flavored with citrusy bergamot oil, Earl Grey is loaded with flavonoids, which are antioxidants that protect the body’s cells from free-radical damage.

The quinoa and beef in this scrumptious gyro bowl will fuel you for hours, while the decadent tzatziki sauce will have you craving this recipe again and again.

This balanced sweet potato fries and dip recipe from Veronica Bosgraaf's new cookbook, Pure Food, provides protein from yogurt, and fiber, healthy carbs and antioxidants from the sweet potatoes and spices. The sweet potato "fries" are actually baked with olive oil and curry, and you can easily adjust the recipe to serve one or 10!

Gut-friendly kefir adds creaminess to salad dressings. This salad makes a large portion and can be topped with a protein such as chicken or tofu. You can also serve it as a side or starter salad for 6 people.

Meaty and rich in umami flavor, both shiitake and maitake are delectable additions to these Mushroom Cashew Lettuce Wraps.

Serve this Cauliflower Hemp Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe as-is, or top with your favorite protein such as tofu, chicken or shrimp.

You'll be toasting to your health with this delicious, fruity beverage that's antioxidant-packed and chock-full of vitamin C.

Of the all the condiments that health-conscious clean eaters want to avoid, Thousand Island dressing just might top the list. It contains generous amounts of salt and sugar, not to mention that another popular ingredient, sweet pickle relish, is generally soaked in high-fructose corn syrup. That's the bad news. The good news is that you probably already have most of the ingredients for this updated version in your kitchen right now.

Make your own seasoned popcorn for an anytime snack. Ours uses rosemary and garlic powder and, of course, Parmesan, for a salty, cheesy flair.

An unexpected combination of sweet potato, almond butter and mango yields delicious results our team lapped up. To speed up the process, you can prep a couple of batches at a time and keep them in the freezer – simply add all ingredients to a zip-top freezer bag except the juice, water and vanilla. When you’re ready, add to a blender with the liquids, whiz it up and go.

Egg adds a protein boost while avocado acts as a healthy source of fats in this hearty toast recipe that is sure to please. Looking for a gluten-free option? CE has got you covered!

Sprinkle these crowd-pleasing quesadillas with thinly sliced green onion or finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves. For variation, try black or white beans instead of pinto beans.

Black beans add a delicious punch of protein to these meatless burgers while sweet potato gives them a subtle sweetness. Spicy oven fries and a zesty avocado mash round out the meal.

This bright green smoothie is quick and easy and gets an electrolyte boost from coconut water. Your skin will be glowing and you'll feel energized after just a few sips!

Hailing from England, a fool is a custard-based dessert mixed with cooked fruit. Here, we substitute coconut cream and crème fraiche for the custard and stir in lightly sweetened cherries. Layered with fresh nectarines, this is one of the easiest and prettiest desserts you can make.

Coconut milk and fresh basil lend Thai-inspired taste to this all-American classic.

Juicy peach breaks down into a luscious sweet sauce for chicken thighs in this rustic dish. To easily peel the peach, score an X in the bottom of the fruit and blanch it in a saucepan of boiling water until the skin begins to loosen, about 30 seconds. Transfer the peach to a bowl of ice water to chill; use a paring knife to peel away skin.

Mango and beet add sweetness without overwhelming the delicate flavor of crab in this roll with fresh mint leaves.

Instead of a peanut dipping sauce, try our nutty cashew sauce with a kick of heat, sweetened with just a touch of coconut sugar.

Bursting with bell pepper, avocado and arugula, this meatless roll has both flavor and crunch.

Fresh plum might seem like an unusual addition to an Asian-inspired noodle salad, but it’s a fresher alternative to the classic plum sauce commonly found in stir-fries and noodle bowls. Don’t worry if some of the peas fall out of the pods as you slice them – just toss them into the salad, too.

Millet has a mild, corn-like flavor and fluffy texture that’s perfect for hearty grain bowls. The quick-cooking ancient grain is rich in iron, B-complex vitamins and calcium. If you can’t find it, just double the quinoa. Tuscan kale is much more tender and sweet than common curly kale, which makes it a great candidate for enjoying raw.

This is a combination of the ever-popular overnight oats and a classic fruit cobbler, but with more of a focus on the fruit and without all the baking! These make-ahead masterpieces are not only good for breakfast on the go but also as a nutrient-packed snack or dessert. Switch up the raspberries with any seasonal fruit of choice.

If you’re lucky enough to grow fresh berries in your backyard, this super-simple recipe is sure to become your go-to summer dessert! Sprinkle with additional lemon zest and serve with a generous dollop of yogurt and a drizzle of sweet honey.

This easy take on the classic French vegetable stew is one of our favorite ways to enjoy a bundle of freshly picked veggies at once. A simple herb sauce is a perfect finishing touch – bonus points if the basil comes from your garden, too!

A fruit salsa of watermelon, mango and heirloom tomato is the perfect counterpoint to the delicate flavor of rockfish in these lightly spiced tacos.

We’ve spiked these beef burgers with grated beet and carrot to add a hint of sweetness and a healthy dose of fiber. Any whole-grain bun or lettuce wrap works well with this burger – then add your favorite toppings such as tomatoes, onion and lettuce.

Sweet summer corn and tomatoes are elevated with a fragrant tarragon dressing and flavor-packed halloumi cheese. The firm Mediterranean cheese holds up well to heat, making it ideal for grilling. Look for halloumi in the deli section of your supermarket – it’s often sold alongside feta and bocconcini.

Jalapeños tend to grow like mad once they get going, so here’s an easy (and delicious!) way to use up 10 peppers at once. Grilling brings out corn’s inherent sweetness and gives the rich stuffing a smoky flavor you’ll love. Serve as a fun party appetizer, or as a side with grilled chicken or pork.

A simple lemon dressing adds a zesty zing to smokey grilled asparagus in this fast and fresh salad.

Enjoy exotic flavors while on the go! Moroccan Chicken with fresh veggies and couscous which is beneficial for cardiovascular health and cancer prevention.

Portobello mushrooms are an excellent source of niacin, the B vitamin needed to transform carbs into energy. Plus, they’re rich in selenium and potassium – the latter is an essential mineral that helps regulate blood pressure and water balance in your body.

Experience the grilled smoky flavor of prawns on top a bed of light crunchy spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes on this light, delicious and satisfying salad.

New to Kimchi? These Korean-inspired burgers are a great place to start.

Hoisin sauce delivers a sweet, salty and spicy punch to these sticky chicken wings. If you don’t have it on hand, it’s worth adding to your collection – the Asian sauce is a versatile glaze for grilled chicken, pork or steak, or mix it with water and arrowroot and use it as a stir-fry sauce.

Any kind of bread will work well in this recipe, but for best-ever veggie melts, start with a nice thick slice of your favorite artisan (or homemade) whole-grain loaf. We love the mild, smoky flavor of smoked mozzarella, but you can substitute with your favorite cheese: Gouda, provolone or smoked cheddar are great options. Don’t worry if your fennel bulb doesn’t come with the fronds attached – sprinkle the melts with fresh parsley or dill instead.

Consider this saucy dish your no-sweat summer stir-fry alternative; it’s got all of the sweet-and-sour flavors but doesn’t require you to stand over a hot stove to prepare.

Jarred tomato sauce is a shortcut that helps get these meaty subs on the table fast. For evenly sized meatballs, divide mixture into thirds, then divide each third into 6 equal balls – this will ensure they cook through at the same time.

These individual meal-in-one packets are great for camping, weekends at the cottage or entertaining on the patio.

Sweet, juicy grilled peaches add a lovely warm-weather flair to this salad packed to the brim with beautiful vegetables. The true star of this meal, though, is the creamy cashew dressing spiked with just a touch of cayenne. If you have time, we suggest making the candied pecans as they add an addictive sweet-salty crunch.

Cumin and coriander add traditional Indian flavors to this roasted vegetable side dish.

Pile this easy tomato-based slaw right on top of chicken shawarma – or eat it alongside.

Get started on this side before starting the chicken so that they’ll be piping hot and ready at the same time.

We tossed thinly sliced chicken breast in Middle Eastern spices before smothering it with a lemony tahini sauce in this wrap served over whole-wheat pita.