Red Lentil Soup with Lemon

This delightfully simple lentil soup is light and spicy with a bold red color. Best of all it is ready to enjoy in about an hour, with very little hands-on time. The lemon adds a delicious balance to the hearty cumin.

Best Tuna Sandwich

This simple dish is simply the best tuna sandwich! It includes the versatile ingredient, tapenade, to take this sandwich to the next level.

Kale Chips

You can buy kale chips already made in some specialty shops – they come in small bags with a big price tag. Or you can make a large pile of these delicious healthy chips at home. I have experimented with multiple ways of making these. This technique is super easy and nets a great bowl of chips.

Super Tomato Soup

Here is a quick and delicious way to add a serving of vegetables to your day. Don’t try this without the sun-dried tomatoes, they are the secret to this soup.

Banana Nut Med Muffins

Most muffins are just a step away from cake with lots of added sugar. Not these med muffins! These muffins have no added sugar and super healthy fats from nuts. They are one of my favorite things to find in my lunch box. Use muffin papers and spray them with non-stick spray for the best product. You can experiment with using pears in the place of the apples and vary the type of nuts you use.

Med House Salad

I am semi obsessed with this dressing. It is really good on so many salads. This one, is the very best. Give it a try. The oregano in the dressing will bring back memories of traditional Greek salads.

Sweet Potato Casserole

This take on a traditional Sweet Potato Casserole offers a healthy way to enjoy this holiday classic any time of the year! Using fresh sweet potatoes is best, but draining and rinsing canned sweet potatoes would also work.

Samosa-Inspired Potato Cakes

The best part of a samosa is the filling. This dish is inspired by samosas without the frying or outside wrapper. They are delicious and the heat can easily be adjusted for your palate by how much cayenne you use.

Microwave Baked Apple

Microwave Baked Apples

This is a super easy and super delicious dessert or snack. Any apple will work but firm apples such as Fuji, Gala, or Braeburn work best.

Mushroom Almond Burger

Mushroom Almond Burger

These are some of the best veggie burgers ever! The small amount of sharp cheese and the umami from the mushrooms give them a great flavor.

Summer Green Bean Salad

Summer Green Bean Salad

This is one of the best salads to make when the corn is really fresh. The easiest way to cook the corn is in the microwave. Cut off one end, microwave for 4 minutes, remove with hot pad – shake the corn out of the husk.

Fruit Chaat

Fruit Chaat

This is an Indian-style sweet and savory snack that is super easy to prepare. You can vary the fruits to your liking and what’s readily available.

Berry Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are a great way to meal prep ahead of time. They are an excellent source of whole grains, fiber, and protein to help keep you satisfied.

Chocolate Overnight Oats 

These Chocolate Overnight Oats have a rich and creamy chocolate flavor. Enjoy them as an afternoon snack or evening dessert.

Curry Quinoa Salad

Curry Quinoa Salad

This is a great side dish or can be a main dish if added to a large vegetable salad.

Korean-Inspired Hearts of Palm Noodles

This dish is inspired by the Korean dish Japchae that uses sweet potato noodles, sometimes called glass noodles. Using the hearts of palm noodles (found in many grocery stores sometimes in the International aisle), makes this dish much healthier and very easy to make.

Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl

This dish offers a quick, healthy twist on a classic egg roll.  The fragrant aromatics (onions, garlic, and ginger) add a familiar flavor to this classic food. Bag coleslaw or broccoli mix makes prep time super easy.

Mushroom Egg Roll in a Bowl

This vegan dish offers a quick, healthy twist on a classic egg roll.  The fragrant aromatics (onions, garlic, and ginger) add a familiar flavor to this classic food.

Avocado Toast

Avocado Toast

This is a great breakfast or lunch. Healthy fat helps keeps your hunger in check throughout the day.