These anti-inflammatory lunch recipes make lowering your cholesterol a delicious endeavor.
Use these to your advantage to cut down on dinnertime prep.
Plus, this recipe requires just three ingredients, not including basics like salt, pepper and oil.
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If you prefer a creamier texture, gently mash some of the beans as you stir everything together.
Cabbage, Tofu & Edamame Salad
Craving crunch?
Bite into this salad loaded with crisp red cabbage, edamame, bamboo shoots, and chow mein noodles.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
This salad is slightly sweetened with baked tofu, mandarin oranges and sesame vinaigrette.
Berry-Kefir Smoothie
Get a probiotic boost at breakfast when you add kefir to your smoothie.
Feel free to use any berries and nut butter you have on hand in this healthy smoothie recipe.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Pack several jars at once to take to work for easy lunches throughout the week.
Really Green Smoothie
The combination of kale and avocado makes this healthy smoothie recipe extra green.
Chia seeds lend a heart-healthy punch of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
Cranberries add a sweet-tart flavor, while toasted walnuts and celery provide crunch.
Serve over leafy greens or use as a sandwich filling.
Stir in a little Greek yogurt to make it creamy.
Ana Cadena
Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie
This creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings.
It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.
It’ll keep you energized until dinner.
Feel free to swap in your other favorite sandwich vegetables, sprouts or greens.
Look for precooked wild rice packets to cut down on prep time.
Plus, wild rice is a good source of fiber.
If you could’t find a hearty mix, go with broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts.
If you’ve got the option to’t find frozen artichoke hearts, sub in drained canned artichoke hearts.
Spinach-Avocado Smoothie
This healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado.
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly
We love the crunch of the sunflower seeds and the unexpected flavor of roasted peppers.
BBQ Chicken Bowls
These BBQ chicken bowls are perfect for weeknight dinners.
The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.
Kiwi and dates add natural sweetness, and almond butter and almond milk keep you full.
Berry-Banana Smoothie Bowls
Blueberries and blackberries form the base of this colorful smoothie bowl.
Casey Barber
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