517 healthy recipes

If you cannot find fresh peaches, use frozen ones (they will further thicken the smoothie). Peaches were first cultivated in China where they are considered a symbol of immortality and friendship. Nutritionally, they are a good source of selenium and vitamins A and C. Chia seeds are not only a complete protein, but supply the much needed omega-3 fatty acids missing from so many modern diets.

A chilled, crunchy gazpacho-style soup packed with black beans, corn, jicama, peppers, cucumber, and zucchini in tangy tomato juice. Low-fat, vegetarian, and loaded with fresh vegetables.

No-knead bran bread made with whole wheat flour, bran, honey, and yeast. A sticky dough that rises once, pours into a loaf pan, and bakes into a dense, hearty loaf.

Simple cold lentil salad with a zippy Dijon vinaigrette, fresh tomatoes, and herbs. A high-fiber vegetarian side that's budget-friendly and packed with plant-based protein.

Very beautiful recipe, these beans are cooked very tasty!

Italian green beans and potatoes mashed together with garlicky olive oil. A rustic two-vegetable side from Puglia that turns humble Yukon Golds and fresh beans into something soulful, silky, and endlessly versatile.

A bright Mediterranean-style potato salad with cherry tomatoes, black olives, capers, fresh herbs, and lemon zest in extra-virgin olive oil. No mayo, all flavor.

Moroccan-style okra and chickpea tagine simmered with tomatoes, red bell pepper, cumin, ginger, and a swirl of harissa. A vegan North African stew where blanching keeps the okra tender, not slimy.

Classic succotash with fresh corn, lima beans, sweet onions, tomatoes, and torn basil. A simple Southern-American summer side dish that showcases peak-season produce in a single skillet.

Lebanese bulgur wheat salad with marinated chicken, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables. This protein-packed tabbouleh makes a hearty, healthy main dish bursting with lemon, mint, and garlic.

Amish friendship bread with hazelnuts and dried cherries: a cinnamon-scented sweet bread loaded with crunchy nuts and chewy fruit. Bakes 4 loaves built for sharing with friends.

A North African-inspired vegetarian stew with chickpeas, butternut squash, turnips, and carrots simmered with harissa and served over fluffy couscous. Warm, spiced, and feeds 8.

This is a very fresh tasting recipe, cabbage, kale with the chicken, it almost contains all the nutritions your body needs.

Low-fat eggplant barley bake loaded with mushrooms, tomatoes, and chili sauce. A one-pan vegetarian main dish with hearty whole grains and tender sauteed vegetables.

Fluffy quinoa tossed with black beans, ripe tomatoes, scallions, and cilantro in a zesty lime-butter dressing. High-fiber, vegetarian, and packed with protein. Great as a side or a light main.

Carrot soup with North African spices: velvety pureed carrots warmed with cumin, coriander, and ginger, brightened with orange juice, and finished with a swirl of creme fraiche. A vibrant vegetarian bowl.