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Vegan and Gluten-Free: Cumin-Spiced Lentils With Quinoa. It doesn't have to be a salad every night for vegans who are also gluten-free.

Vegan and Gluten-Free: Cumin-Spiced Lentils With Quinoa

A warm bowl of this savoury lentil stew makes for a comforting meal. Gluten-Free Cheesy Vegetable "Pasta" Bake. If you can't have gluten, you can still enjoy this cheesy pasta dish.

Gluten-Free Cheesy Vegetable "Pasta" Bake

It's not made with gluten-free pasta — oh no! It's made with spaghetti squash and other veg. Debloat and Detox With This Turmeric-Spiced Mushroom Pilaf. Count turmeric as one spice that should be in every healthy kitchen cupboard.

Debloat and Detox With This Turmeric-Spiced Mushroom Pilaf

Sprinkling a little bit of the yellow powder may possibly help everything from aches and pains to digestive discomfort. Studies have even shown that turmeric improves liver function by increasing its capability of flushing out toxins, and the spice has been celebrated for its potent antioxidant and cancer-preventing properties. This turmeric-spiced mushroom pilaf is made from a generous dose of turmeric to a brown rice and mushroom mixture.

Quinoa Burgers Recipe. Forget about defrosting that frozen veggie patty for dinner when your fresh, at-home version is waiting in a handful of ingredients you may already have.

Quinoa Burgers Recipe

This quinoa-based recipe actually makes four fresh patties, so you can prepare for the week or use them as an excuse for a fiesta-themed dinner party. As part of the Whole Foods Market Health Starts Here program, chefs like Chad Sarno aim to come up with plant-based recipes that make you feel just as good as they taste. This recipe is no exception to the principles of whole-foods eating: plant-strong, nutrient-dense, and healthy fats like the delicious sweet potatoes in store for you below. Scroll down to make this satisfying recipe tonight. Healthy Chicken Parmesan. If your idea of comfort on a plate is an oversize portion of chicken parmesan, this guilt-free recipe needs to make an appearance in your kitchen.

Healthy Chicken Parmesan

With a whopping 47 grams of protein per serving, this 357-calorie dinner will fuel your body with quality nutrition — and keep you from dialling in takeout for yet another night! From prep to plate, this recipe comes together in well under an hour, and even better, the leftovers you can take for lunch are just as tasty the next day. Related: Viva Italiano! 14 Lightened-Up Italian Recipes Notes I served with a small helping of pasta, but this dish would be delicious on top of fresh rocket, sautéed spinach, or even on its own. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 egg 55 grams unseasoned panko bread crumbs 20 grams grated parmesan cheese, plus 4 teaspoons 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 large chicken breasts (about 225 grams), cut in half 55 grams marinara sauce, either homemade or store-bought Fresh basil, for garnish Category. Turkey and Spinach Burger Recipe. If you're over the standard meaty turkey burger, try this lighter, greener baked variation.

Turkey and Spinach Burger Recipe

Lean ground turkey cuts out nearly half the fat of traditional recipes, while a slew of spring onions and spinach amp up the vitamin C, vitamin A, and iron. I would not recommend throwing these patties on the grill since the spinach makes them a little finicky to flip, but they're easy to bake in the kitchen and serve alongside your other BBQ classics from off the grill. Paleo Pasta Recipe: Carrot Fettuccine.

If you have 10 minutes, pasta is a quick and filling go-to meal, especially in the colder months.

Paleo Pasta Recipe: Carrot Fettuccine

But when you're watching your carb intake or are following a gluten-free or Paleo diet, whole wheat pasta is off-limits, even though it's healthy. Here's an equally satisfying, soft, and tender alternative that's as easy to whip up as that bowl of spaghetti. It's made with carrot ribbons using a simple vegetable peeler, then sautéed with mushrooms, red peppers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil for a bowl that's sure to satisfy your pasta cravings. The carrots add a sweet twist to this traditional dish, but the marinara and cooked veggies make it taste like you always remember — and your tastebuds won't miss a thing. Ingredients Directions Pour oil in a large pan, and heat on medium low.Add the garlic, mushrooms, red pepper, and two tablespoons of the fresh basil. Source: Calorie Count Information Category Main Dishes Cuisine Italian Yield 1 serving Cook Time 30 minutes Nutrition Calories per serving.

Make the Most of Spaghetti Squash With Paleo Pad Thai. I am thrilled that spaghetti squash is back in season, and this versatile vegetable shines in this Paleo-friendly pad Thai.

Make the Most of Spaghetti Squash With Paleo Pad Thai

This lower-carb riff on the classic rice noodle dish has over 300 percent of your recommended vitamin C and vitamin A for the day, more than 50 percent of your calcium, and over 30 percent of your iron. Beyond its laundry list of nutritional value, I will warn you in advance: you will not be able to stop eating this delicious recipe. Invite friends over, and pack up a portion for lunch the next day. Everything about this dinner — especially its tangy and creamy almond butter dressing — will make you want to dig in for seconds, or thirds. Paleo Pasta Alternative: Courgette Noodles. A grain-free life does not have to be free of comfort food!

Paleo Pasta Alternative: Courgette Noodles

When you're craving a big bowl of garlicky pasta, cook up these courgette noodles aglio et olio (garlic and oil) instead. Low-Calorie, Big Portions: Red Pepper and Lentil Bake. High in vitamin A, vitamin C, and fibre, red bell peppers make a perfect accompaniment to protein-rich lentils in this low-calorie recipe.

Low-Calorie, Big Portions: Red Pepper and Lentil Bake

Even better news? Low-Calorie, Big Portions: Red Pepper and Lentil Bake. Low-Calorie, Big Portions: Red Pepper and Lentil Bake. Healthy Eating on the Go with Mason Jars. Happy 2014 friends! During this time of year there’s a lot of talk about making better food choices and I want you to know that doesn’t mean you have to eat boring, tasteless food. You don’t have to embark on a juice cleanse. You don’t have to give up meat. You don’t have to quit eating after 7pm.

Skinny Spaghetti. Ok, so I know we’re all trying to cut back & slim down for summer. I know you’ve read myAnti-Diet & you’re desperate for more recipes to help you on your way. You’re probably looking at this huge plate of mouthwatering meaty pasta and thinking about all those carbs & calories… Come on! Would I do that to you? This gorgeous, healthy plate of food only has around 400 calories. The chilli is the only part of this recipe that really takes work. Fry your onions until soft and add your garlic. Keep stirring and moving it around the pan until it browns. Now, sprinkle your cayenne pepper & smoked paprika over the top. Pour in the wine (pour yourself a glass while you’re at it). Add your BBQ sauce & Siriacha. Halloumi bake - Lazy Sunday. Today I was shooting all day and didn’t have time for too much cooking. I didn’t have time to plan, do any shopping, so I just used whatever was in the fridge and garden.

I love this kind of meals, as they often turn out better than those carefully planned. It happened today too. Or it’s always good when you put halloumi in a meal, who knows. Stews and Chilies Archives. Smoky Refried Bean Soup March 4, 2008 Since I’ve been spending a lot of my spare time bird watching, I’ve slipped into cooking so many “ridiculously easy” recipes that I’ve decided to make Ridiculously Easy a permanent feature on the blog. Through the magic of blogging, I’ve gone back in time to add a tag to many of the recipes that fit into […] Read the full article → Gold Rush Chili September 26, 2007 I apologize for my absence from blogging for the last week, but it’s hard to write about cooking when you haven’t been doing any.

Read the full article → Parmesan Tomato Zucchini Bake. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GiveItASparkle#CollectiveBiasParmesan Tomato Squash Bake is a simple recipe with layered fresh tomatoes, zucchini and summer squash topped with garlic, onion and parmesan cheese! Summer produce is finally here! Our garden is producing delicious vegetables and the farmers markets are bursting with local, fresh produce. One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies. One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies.