Meet socca, a crepe-like pancake made from chickpea flour. It’s super simple, versatile, healthy and fun. It’s also French! Its slightly earthy flavor marries beautifully with olive oil and works wonders in a hot cast iron skillet where it transforms into a delightfully crisp-on-the-edges, fluffy-in-the-middle pancake that can be torn and dredged through something saucy … Read More
PACK IN PROTEIN Swap in chickpeabased pasta (a double chickpea-punch!) for traditional semolina-based, and you’ll double both the protein and fiber in each serving! Broth-based soups not only soothe the soul, but they also offer loads of electrolytes, vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Savory broth-based soups not only soothe the soul, but they also offer loads … Read More
MAJOR IMMUNITY+ BOOSTThis recipe loads up on good-for-you ingredients including beta-carotene and fiber-packed sweet potatoes, vitamin-C and K-loaded kale, antioxidant-packed garlic and omega-3-rich walnuts. Plus you actually need the fat from the pancetta to help absorb those immunity-boosting fat- soluble vitamins! This simple-but-satisfying chowder is full of immunity boosters: beta-carotene and fiber-packed sweet potatoes, vitamin-C … Read More
It’s pumpkin season! In addition to its impressive canvas for creative carving, pumpkin also happens to have an impressively productive nutrient profile – rich in fiber, potassium, beta-carotene and vitamin C. Fiber fills you up and keeps you full; potassium helps the heart; and beta-carotene (vitamin A) is great for vision and strengthening the immune … Read More
This is real-deal tortilla soup, here. True to its name, the entire base of the soup is thickened with charred corn tortillas that add a delightfully authentic and deliciously complex flavor to this cold-weather favorite. This is a stick-to-your-ribs dish loaded with antioxidant- rich tomatoes, fiber-filled black beans and plenty of lean-protein-packed roasted chicken. Top … Read More
Fall is finally starting to peek around the corner, and when that crisp air hits there’s nothing better than a plate of a creamy, comfort-filled food. Here’s a healthy, hearty pasta dish with a sauce that’s so good you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful. And you should! Inspired by everyone’s-favorite macaroni and cheese … Read More
Do you know the Dutch Baby? It’s neither Dutch (apparently, it’s German), nor small (it’s the size of a large skillet!). It’s an eggy, airy and delicate crepe-like creation that’s a lighter alternative to a pancake, in both heft and calories, sugar and carbs. Plus, it’s loaded with protein and other nutrient-dense goodies, too. The … Read More
There are few things easier and more elegant to prepare than a whole side of salmon. Pistachios lend a buttery, nutty balance to the hardy fish, while Dijon and fresh lemon add a bright, refreshing punch. Salmon is not only easy to find and reasonably priced, but it’s also loaded with heart-healthy omega-3 fats and … Read More
Fish tacos are an easy way to dip your toes into cooking seafood. There is, however, one important thing to remember when it comes to both fish and tacos: Texture is everything. A desired crunchy coating may get lost when you tuck it down into a warm tortilla and load it up in sauce. No … Read More
You’ll love this summer-filled spin on the classic crab cake, mixed with the golden-sweet goodness of fresh Southern corn. Crab is a treat—best when prepared simply and allowed to shine on its own. Here, we highlight its delicate sweetness with juicy corn and fresh herbs. Crab cakes can easily dry out and fall apart in … Read More