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Rosemary lamb for your holiday table

For many home-chefs, there may be certain cuts of meat that seem too intimidating to try outside of a restaurant. If lamb is one of those foods you never cook yourself, we have the perfect, fool-proof recipe for you to try at home. The result is a perfectly seasoned, juicy piece of rosemary lamb that the whole family will love.

This Brussels sprouts salad recipe is a winner

While refreshing salads may feel like a meal reserved for hotter months, we love serving them year-round, using seasonal produce. Shaved Brussels sprouts make an excellent base for a heartier salad (and pair perfectly with dates and hazelnuts). We’ve kept the dressing light and refreshing so this salad can work any time of year. We love it as a nutrient-dense lunch or as a light side with roasted chicken or lamb for dinner.

This vegan mac and cheese has all the flavor

Mac and cheese is one of those comfort foods we all grew up on. Whether it came from a box or your parents whipped it up from scratch, there’s no denying the pleasure that comes from a forkful of cheesy, fatty, salty goodness. But it turns out vegan mac and cheese packs tons of flavor too (and tons of veggies)!

Easy weekday Mediterranean salad

Even if you love your job, there’s no argument that it can make it more challenging to stay healthy. Finding time to workout, access to snacking, and all-day sitting are just a few of the health challenges you may face at work. We’ve come up with a few tips for keeping up your health during work hours.

Yummy vegan carrot tempeh sandwich

If you are focusing on a plant-based diet, you might be looking for some new meal ideas. A hearty tempeh sandwich, with marinated protein and zesty slaw, is the perfect lunchtime meal. We’ve created this clean vegan carrot slaw tempeh sandwich to satisfy those sandwich cravings.

Grilled vegetable white bean salad with dill

This white bean salad features gorgeous root vegetables that make it perfect for the transition to fall. We love a hearty salad, and the sweetness of carrots balances well with the heartiness of the white beans. Add some fresh dill and it’s a winning combination!

Asparagus and garlic quinoa bowl

We love a quinoa bowl as a heartier version of lunchtime salads. You can squeeze in just as many nutrient-dense vegetables, but the grain base helps make the meal more satisfying. You can rotate the ingredients as seasons change, simply using this recipe as a guideline that will work year-round.

Dr. Junger’s superfood rainbow salad recipe

This salad is perfect for summer! It’s a rainbow of colors and so fresh. If you are curious, here’s why we suggest eating the rainbow of vegetables. Try this salad on its own, or pair with your favorite protein.

This lentil burger is a recipe for backyard fun

We’ve taken all of the health powers of lentils and wrapped them into this tantalizing plant-based burger. It’s hearty and satisfying just like a traditional meat burger, but completely vegetarian or easily vegan-friendly. Plus, this lentil burger is loaded with fiber, nutrients, and protein to have you feeling your best.

Chicken meatball soup for better immunity

This flavorful, protein-filled meatball soup is the perfect make-ahead immunity-boosting meal. It’s loaded with chicken meat, vegetables, and quinoa, so you’ll get balanced nutrition in one bowl. This is the type of nourishing, comforting meal that will keep you feeling healthy through the colder months.