Vegetarian
Fried Brown Rice with Kale and Turmeric
In need of more greens in your life? Start with a simple fried rice tossed with kale and made extra zesty with turmeric, garlic, and lime juice.
Sour Candied Citrus Peels
These are like homemade sour candy and we can't stop eating them. Here’s an idea for the leftover citrus flesh: Use the juice to make curd, then gift it in jars.
Baked Eggs with Coconut Milk and Cilantro
Sure, you could use heavy cream instead of coconut milk, but then it wouldn’t be as healthyish.
Pasta Dough with Peas
This pastel green dough has a very approachable flavor that is a big hit with everyone who tries it. Bonus: Most of us have the ingredients on hand for pea dough at any given time. If you want to make it a little more chartreuse, you can experiment with adding either 1 teaspoon ground turmeric or 1 inch peeled and chopped fresh turmeric root.
How to Make a Wrap that Doesn't Taste Like Airplane Food
Six tips for transforming the wrap into something you'd, you know, want to eat.
Cheesy Potato and Kale Gratin With Rye Croutons
There’s no need to reduce your cream or pre-cook the kale for this cheesy, creamy casserole. Leaving the potatoes unpeeled bumps up nutrients and cuts the prep time, too.
Red Sauce for Pizza
The only trick to this uncooked sauce is finding good canned tomatoes: If you can’t find Jersey Fresh, look for ones from California, New Jersey, or Italy—the only ingredients should be tomatoes and salt.
Kale-Dusted Pecorino Popcorn
Given that this popcorn is green and has the word "kale" in the title, it has proved to be shockingly popular among the preschooler set (to whom I'd bring it for class snacks when it was our turn) as well as adults.
Radicchio with Tahini and Sesame Seeds
This tahini dressing recipe goes especially well with bitter greens but can also be paired with sweeter lettuces such as Little Gem or romaine.
5 Quick Riffs on Your Favorite Takeout Classics
Yes, it's easy to reach for the phone—but these five takeout-inspired dinners only take 22 minutes to cook from start to finish.
Iceberg Salad with Italian Dressing
If this brings back memories of the “house salad” from that Italian-American restaurant you grew up eating at, then we consider our jobs done.
Herb and Garlic Baked Camembert
Baked Brie and Camembert, rescued from the ordinary, are even better with an herby garlicky mess slathered over them before hitting the oven.
Gluten-Free Blueberry Pancakes with Caramelized Bananas
A thick stack of these flourless pancakes is a dream breakfast, especially when piled high with caramelized bananas, some extra maple syrup and a big dollop of crunchy almond butter.
“Tofurkey” With Mushroom Stuffing and Gravy
Set aside store-bought faux turkey roasts and place this stunner on your holiday table instead. The vegan loaf is packed with tons of flavor, thanks to miso-infused tofu, a pecan-mushroom stuffing, and a soy-maple glaze.
Crunchy Maple Mesquite Walnuts
On family travels, hikes, or days when you’re on the go, recipes like this always make for happy and satiated people, especially kids. This delicious snack is one of the best garnishes for any kind of salad or roasted vegetables.
Portobello Steaks with Mashed Celery Root
These are earthy, hearty, and an elegant medley of flavors that please not just vegetarians who want something more “meaty” for their meal, but meat-lovers as well.
For an Easy and Delicious Fall Sandwich, Turn to Butternut Squash
Forget about soup. Turn that squash into a delicious vegetarian weeknight dinner with this quick recipe.
Eggs Benedict With Asparagus and Brie
Make eggs Benedict even fancier with a few tender asparagus spears and a slice of pungent, melty brie cheese.
Spiced Pavlova With Pumpkin Mousse
Pumpkin mousse, whipped cream, and pretty pomegranate syrup give this elegant spin on pumpkin pie a jewel-like presentation that's both stunning and delicious.
Butternut Squash Sandwiches
Stuff roasted butternut squash, rich white cheddar, tangy pickled red onions, and zesty Dijonnaise into bread rolls for a sandwich that tastes like autumn.