Drain the can and pop the little legumes into soups or stews for extra protein and fiber. Or mash them with lemon juice.
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For a flavor boost, sprinkle pantry staple herbs and spices like dried basil, rosemary, oregano, or garlic powder on your chicken before cooking.
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Fresh salmon filets get plenty of homage for their versatility and healthy fats, but smoked salmon is an even easier route to healthy meals.
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Pressing the liquid out of extra-firm tofu gets it ready for delightfully crispy pan-frying.
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Cooked lentils can be a companion to next-day sautéed greens or serve as a high-fiber topping for baked sweet potatoes.
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Use whole wheat spaghetti as the base of a Mediterranean-inspired pasta featuring sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, and olives.
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Once you’ve cooked and fluffed quinoa for one meal, it can go on to provide carb-y substance in other meals.
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A bowl of leftover oatmeal isn’t likely to appeal the next day — but even a small amount of extra dry quick-cooking oats can get put to good use.
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