Experts love the Mediterranean diet, and for good reason.
I call it “Mom’s Skillet Pasta” and she called it “Devon’s Favorite Pasta.”
It’s a simple dinner the whole family will love.
Photo: Brie Passano
Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
Quinoa and chickpeas pack this vegetarian grain bowl with plenty of plant-based protein.
To make it a full, satisfying dinner, serve over cooked brown rice.
If you like a spicy kick, add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce at the end.
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In other words, they’re basically the ultimate easy weeknight dinner.
Feel free to add additional vegetables and swap the shrimp for chicken, steak, tofu or edamame.
Serve this healthy salad for lunch or dinner.
If you’re free to’t find it, basil pesto or sun-dried tomato pesto also work well.
Avocado Tuna Salad
Jazz up a can of tuna with this easy avocado tuna salad recipe.
Romaine hearts and cucumber offer refreshing crunch.
And don’t forget the leftovers!
They make an easy lunch on the go.
Chili powder, cumin and garlic provide classic chili flavor.
Looking to cut down on carbs?
Try swapping in riced cauliflower in place of the brown rice.
If you enjoy the flavor profile, this dish can also be made with orzo in place of quinoa.
Pack these ahead to keep on hand for easy meal-prep lunches or dinners on busy nights.
Served over baby spinach, this is the perfect easy and light lunch or dinner salad.
Hearty Chickpea & Spinach Stew
This satisfying stew comes together in a snap.
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The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.
We love the crunch of the sunflower seeds and the unexpected flavor of roasted peppers.
But it’s easy to make at home with this quick recipe.
Antonis Achilleos
Serving it over a brown rice salad makes it a meal.
A drizzle of olive oil to finish pulls together the flavors of this easy vegan crock-pot stew.
Serve with a salad for a healthy dinner that’s easy to prep too.
Jennifer Causey
Ali Redmond
