Enjoy it with a warm baguette or steamed rice. Cream of Turkey & Wild Rice Soup Got leftover cooked chicken or turkey? Cook up a pot of soup! Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Serve with a crisp romaine salad and whole-grain bread. We love peanuts for their inexpensive price and versatile flavor. They’re also a great source of protein–1 ounce has 7 grams....

These creamy soups highlight the flavors of spring. Be sure to use fresh curry powder when making this soup. Not sure if yours is fresh? Photo: Ali Redmond fire up the jar: the aroma should meet your nose immediately. Serve with flatbread or whole-wheat rolls. Pea Soup This simple pea soup recipe makes an elegant start to a spring meal. It’s also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak....

All you need is a bowl (or two) to make these healthy cookie recipes. They are perfect if you don’t have fancy equipment on hand or simply want an easier cleanup. Folding in chopped toasted almonds along with mini chocolate chips ensures plenty of chocolate and crunch in every bite. Photo: Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN Crunchy peanut butter adds texture, but smooth peanut butter will work well too. These harden as they cool, so wait for them to cool completely before eating....

Make one of these delicious soup recipes for dinner tonight. Don’t shy away from the poblano peppers. Cream of Turkey & Wild Rice Soup Got leftover cooked chicken or turkey? Cook up a pot of soup! This recipe is a healthier twist on a classic creamy turkey and wild rice soup that hails from Minnesota. Serve with a crisp romaine salad and whole-grain bread. Use whatever beans you have in your pantry....

Summer Skillet Vegetable & Egg Scramble Don’t toss out those almost-past-their-prime vegetables and fresh herbs. Toss them into this skillet egg scramble for a quick vegetarian meal. Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothie Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. Mango-Ginger Smoothie Red lentils are a sneaky source of plant-based protein in this healthy smoothie recipe. Berry-Almond Smoothie Bowl A little frozen banana gives creamy texture to this satisfying smoothie bowl....

These tasty morning meals can help keep your blood sugar in check while pleasing everyone at the table. It combines weight-loss power foods, eggs and raspberries, with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-packed spinach. Cook an egg inside the peppers and top with a vibrant avocado salsa for a cheerful breakfast. Jen Causey Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes These delicious and unbelievably simple pancakes are best enjoyed right after cooking. Serve with maple syrup and yogurt or ricotta cheese to add in some protein....

To keep the ingredients from getting soggy, dress this salad and top it with peanuts just before serving. For a delicious vegan option, swap in roasted tofu for the chicken breast (see Associated Recipes). Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables depending on your mood. Loaded with black beans, kale, and avocado, this recipe is as filling as it is nutritious. you’re free to also make the sweet potatoes and dressing ahead....

Summer is in full swing, so it’s time to embrace seasonality in your meals. Recipes like our Lemony-Garlic Pan-Seared Salmon and Shrimp Paella are delicious dishes for the season. Leaving the skin on the salmon keeps the fillet in one piece while cooking. Photo: Jennifer Causey The skin is deliciously crispy, but easy to remove if you prefer skinless salmon. Crumbled feta and Kalamata olives add a briny punch. We cheat the color with less expensive ground turmeric and speed the process with precooked brown rice....

Chilaquiles Casserole Our version of this enchilada-style chilaquiles casserole is packed with nutritious beans and vegetables. Canned prepared enchilada sauce has great flavor and keeps the prep time quick. It can vary in heat level so find one that suits your taste. Rachel Marek If desired, add a little shredded Gruyere or Cheddar cheese to the biscuit dough. Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top....

Looking to reduce inflammation? Try one of these nutritious casserole dishes for dinner tonight. These dinner casseroles are packed withanti-inflammatory ingredientslike broccoli, cauliflower, fish and whole grains to help alleviate inflammation. Rachel Marek This includes keeping itspesky symptomsat bay, like mental fog, joint stiffness, high blood pressure and more. Serve with a crunchy green salad. Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top....

Evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort with these delicious dinner recipes! Each dish is made in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, popped in the oven and enjoyed while piping hot. We amped up the nutrition by including plenty of nourishing veggies. Photo: Penny De Los Santos Finish off this cheesy vegetarian casserole with a crispy breadcrumb topping made from almonds to keep it gluten-free. Spring Vegetable Lasagna No-boil noodles help get this crowd-pleasing vegetarian lasagna in the oven fast....

Grab your Dutch oven and make one of these healthy Dutch oven dinner recipes. Whether you’re simmering a soup or roasting a chicken,a Dutch ovenis the perfect vessel for cooking. Recipes like Beef & Potato Stew and Chicken & Dumplings Soup are filling and flavorful. Photo: Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin Spicy Tofu Hot Pot Warm up a chilly evening with this light but satisfying one-pot meal....

Try other mayo varieties, like roasted garlic or chipotle lime, in this fast, no-cook lunch recipe. Serve this rotisserie chicken salad recipe with whole-grain crackers. Plus, it tastes just like a creamsicle. Photo:Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley If you dont have almond milk, any other dairy or nondairy milk will work. At lunchtime, just reheat to steaming then top with a bit of pesto....