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Close More than five years of packing lunches quickly teaches you survival-of-the-fittest methods. I’ve learned how to create a healthy bento box lunch for my kids that they’ll actually eat (and get them out the door before missing carpool or the bus). For me, it’s important to pack foods with a variety of nutrients, textures and flavors. But it can’t just be healthy-my girls are selective about the foods they eat and I want them to look forward to lunch....

Close Photo:Ali Redmond Ali Redmond Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:1 Active Time:10 mins Active Time: 10 mins Total Time:10 mins Total Time: Servings:1 Servings: 1 Jump to recipe Whether you pack lunch to bring to work or prepare lunch at home, you can’t go wrong with something convenient and nutritious. That’s whereHigh-Protein Mason Jar Saladscome into play. They’re easy to prep ahead and grab and go. Even if you’re at home all day, having a pre-prepped option can help ensure you eat a nutritionally well-rounded lunch and take away the stress of deciding what to make when lunchtime hunger strikes....

Close Photo:Ali Redmond Ali Redmond Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:1 Active Time:10 mins Active Time: 10 mins Total Time:10 mins Total Time: Servings:1 Servings: 1 Jump to recipe Sandwiches are a tried-and-true meal, and they often feature meat like bacon, turkey or roast beef as their main source ofprotein. If you’re trying to focus on a more plant-based diet, you may think you can’t get enough protein in a meatless sandwich to keep you satisfied and strong—but, luckily, that’s far from the truth!...

Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:8Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:8 Active Time:5 mins Active Time: 5 mins Total Time:5 mins Total Time: Servings:8 Servings: 8 Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients6tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil3tablespoonswater3tablespoonsred-wine vinegar1teaspoonfresh lemon juice1teaspoondried basil1teaspoongarlic powder½teaspoondried oregano½teaspoononion powder¼teaspoonsaltPinch of crushed red pepper Cook Mode(Keep screen awake) Ingredients 6tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil 3tablespoonswater...

Pictured Recipe:Marinated Grilled Vegetable Kebabs Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., R.D. and beloved former Test Kitchen manager atEatingWell, adds that “Marinades work particularly well on tough cuts of meat that will be cooked for long periods of time.” You can mix and match ingredients to vary your marinades and fit your preferences. With a little extra time and planning, this formula will help you make your proteins and veggies even more delicious....

ClosePhoto: Protein bar: Alex Loh. Costco: Getty Images.Costco is full of healthy, delicious snack options—fruit bars and pistachios are just a few of our favorites. And some of thebest high-protein, RD-approved snacksyou can buy are protein bars. Protein is anessential macronutrientthat plays a major role in keeping our bodies functioning and healthy. Snacking on a protein bar is an easy way to add more protein to your diet while also keeping you satisfied between meals....

Close Photo:YvanDube / Getty Images YvanDube / Getty Images Protein is an importantmacronutrientthat plays a major role in keeping us healthy, from supporting digestion to aiding muscle growth and repair. While you’re most likely getting enough protein from the foods you eat, many people opt for protein shakes as a quick, convenient way to support their intake. But protein shakes can be pricey, so buying them in bulk at a retailer like Costco is a great way to save....

Close Photo:Carson Downing Carson Downing Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:8Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:8 Active Time:10 mins Active Time: 10 mins Total Time:40 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings:8 Servings: 8 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Roasting pumpkin seeds might be our favorite part of pumpkin carving!Pumpkin seedsare packed with fiber, protein and magnesium, so they make a great healthy snack. It’s also easy to customize them with different seasonings so you can enjoy endless flavors—or keep things on the simple side with just a sprinkle of salt....

Close Photo:Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser Active Time:15 minsTotal Time:25 minsServings:4 Active Time:15 mins Active Time: 15 mins Total Time:25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings:4 Servings: 4 Jump to recipeBeing short on time doesn’t mean you have to be short on flavor: thisSalmon Marinaderecipe is proof. The classic combination of honey and Dijon kisses the salmon with sweetness—add the umami of the soy sauce and a small spicy kick from the red pepper flakes and your taste buds will thank you....

Close Photo:Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley Active Time:35 minsTotal Time:9 hrs 40 minsServings:16Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:35 minsTotal Time:9 hrs 40 minsServings:16 Active Time:35 mins Active Time: 35 mins Total Time:9 hrs 40 mins Total Time: 9 hrs 40 mins Servings:16 Servings: 16 Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)IngredientsCornbread2cupsfinely ground cornmeal1teaspoonbaking soda¼teaspoonsalt2cupsbuttermilk1large egg3tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted, dividedDressing2tablespoonsunsalted butter1tablespooncanola oil1mediumwhite onion, chopped3mediumcelery stalks, chopped1smallgreen bell pepper, chopped⅓cupchopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish3clovesgarlic, finely chopped1tablespoonchopped fresh sage1teaspoonOld Bay seasoning½teaspoonpaprika½teaspoonsalt¼teaspooncayenne pepper2cupsunsalted chickenorvegetable broth1cupwhole milk2large eggs, lightly beaten8ouncesfresh jumbo lump crabmeat, drained and picked over1poundlarge peeled, deveined raw shrimp...

Close Cooking up a healthy stir-fry recipe for dinner is one of my favorite ways to eat more vegetables. Loading up a meal with veggies lets you eat a bigger portion size without adding a lot of calories, so you can still feel satisfied. I turn to stir-fry recipes on busy weeknights for a quick and healthy dinner that the family will actually eat. Healthy Stir-Fry Recipes for Dinner Tonight...

Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:6Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:6 Active Time:20 mins Active Time: 20 mins Total Time:20 mins Total Time: Servings:6 Servings: 6 Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients3(8 ounce) packagesharicots verts (French-style green beans), trimmed5teaspoonsunsalted butter¼cupslicedorslivered almonds1largeshallot, minced2clovesgarlic, minced¼cupdrywhite wine¾teaspoonsalt½teaspoonground pepper Cook Mode(Keep screen awake) Ingredients 3(8 ounce) packagesharicots verts (French-style green beans), trimmed...

Cooking up a satisfying pot ofvegetable soupcan help your weight-loss efforts for a few reasons. For starters, research has found that soups might help you lose weight. In one study, published in the journalPhysiology & Behavior, people consumed the fewest calories on days when they ate soup rather than the same ingredients in solid form. Soup has a high water content, which can help you feel full and stay hydrated—both of which are important for weight loss....