Make one of these delicious dinner recipes that's good for you and your skin. Ingredients like salmon, tofu and tomatoes can all help your skin look younger and lower your risk of skin cancer. Try recipes like One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta and Salmon & Avocado Salad for a healthy, flavorful meal that boosts beauty benefits.
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Roasted Veggie Brown Rice Buddha Bowl
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A healthy and satisfying vegan lunch for one, featuring roasted butternut squash, broccoli, peppers and onions with simple brown rice, lime-marinated tofu and creamy cashew tahini sauce.
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Grilled Salmon with Tomatoes & Basil
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This recipe is so beautiful and yet so simple to prepare--it's perfect for entertaining. You just spread a side of salmon with minced garlic, sprinkle with fresh basil, then layer sliced tomatoes on top. Put it on the grill for 10 minutes and you're done!
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One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta
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This one-pot pasta with tangy tomato-basil sauce is a simple, fast and easy weeknight dinner. All of your ingredients go into one pot, and with a bit of stirring and about 25 minutes of cook time, you'll have a healthy dinner the whole family will enjoy.
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One-Skillet Salmon with Fennel & Sun-Dried Tomato Couscous
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Sun-dried tomato pesto and lemon do double duty to season both the salmon and the couscous in this healthy one-pan dinner recipe. Serve the salmon with extra lemon wedges and a dollop of plain yogurt, if desired.
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Tofu Poke
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This fast vegan version of poke (the traditional Hawaiian salad of diced raw fish tossed in a soy-sesame sauce) swaps in extra-firm tofu for fish while loading your bowl with vegetables and crunchy toppers like pea shoots and peanuts. Serve over brown rice instead of the zucchini noodles to add a hearty boost of fiber.
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Salmon & Avocado Salad
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Tender salmon tops a hearty salad of red cabbage, carrots and avocados tossed with a creamy dill vinaigrette in this quick, easy dinner.
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Cilantro-Lime Chicken Tacos
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A quick lime marinade does double duty as a sauce in these tangy chicken tacos.
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Pumpkin Seed Salmon with Maple-Spice Carrots
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Because this one-pan meal is ready in just 35 minutes, it's a good choice for a healthy recipe after you've had a long day at the office. Maple-spiced carrots cook alongside pepita-crusted salmon fillets and deliver amazing taste and nutrition in a dinner the whole family will devour.
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Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad with Chicken
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In this healthy copycat of a takeout salad favorite we combine precooked (or leftover) chicken and poppy seed dressing with fresh greens, strawberries and goat cheese for an easy throw-together meal that's ready in 10 minutes.
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Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry
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This tofu veggie stir-fry is quick and easy, making it a great go-to weeknight meal. Baked tofu has a firm, toothsome texture that crisps well in a hot pan. You can find it in flavors like teriyaki and sesame, both of which are delicious here. Or opt for a smoked version, which has the same texture with a more robust flavor. Serve over brown rice.
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Vegan Walnut Tacos with Avocado Cream
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A savory blend of walnuts and mushrooms stands in for meat in these tasty vegan Tex-Mex tacos. Creamy avocado sauce and crunchy cabbage provide just the right combination of flavors and textures. These tacos get a nice kick from chili powder, but feel free to reduce the amount if you prefer a less spicy taco. Add a side of beans to round out the meal. The filling and avocado cream would also be great in a rice bowl, on nachos or in a burrito.
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Cherry Tomato & Garlic Pasta
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This easy and healthy pasta recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep so it's a perfect weeknight dinner. Cooking garlic cloves whole and then mashing them into the sauce not only saves time, it creates a mellow garlic flavor that melds seamlessly into the silky burst cherry tomatoes.
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Salmon Tostadas with Citrus-Kale Slaw
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Citrus-chili marinated wild salmon takes center stage in this tostada recipe that's bursting with citrus-dressed kale and chunks of creamy avocado.
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Pork Bowls with Apple and Grapes
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A satisfying bowl of quinoa and pork is topped with goat cheese, grapes, and grilled apple and red onion.
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Buttermilk Fried Tofu with Smoky Collard Greens
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Dipping tofu in buttermilk makes the coating stick for a crispy pan-fried tofu, reminiscent of fried chicken. Spicing up the collards with paprika coats them with smoky flavor while keeping this dish vegetarian. And this quick, easy and healthy dinner comes together in just 25 minutes, so it's great for busy weeknights.
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Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon
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Salmon and walnuts are both great sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Pair this easy salmon recipe with a simple salad and a side of roasted potatoes or quinoa.
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Spiced Pomegranate Molasses Chicken Thighs
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Walnuts, lemon juice and feta combine to make a rich, tangy dressing to coat the vegetables cooked alongside this chicken.
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Tofu & Vegetable Curry with Zucchini Noodles
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For this quick Thai-inspired curry recipe, we've combined tofu and plenty of veggies with a flavorful sauce made with red curry paste, lime juice and coconut milk. Serve the curry over lightly warmed zucchini noodles to get even more veggies in your weeknight dinner. Bonus: Everything is cooked in one skillet, so there's only one pan to wash after dinner.
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Mediterranean Cod with Roasted Tomatoes
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Oregano, thyme and paprika flavor the cod in this 15-minute, Mediterranean-inspired meal. Olives, capers and roasted cherry tomatoes add color and zest to each bite.
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Tofu Ratatouille Kebabs
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Lemon-oregano marinade amps up tofu in this ratatouille-inspired vegetarian kebab recipe. Serve with whole-wheat orzo tossed with olive oil and herbs, or in a wrap with yogurt sauce.
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Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas & Spinach
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Simmer eggs in a rich tomatoey cream sauce studded with chickpeas and silky spinach for a super-fast vegetarian dinner. Serve with a piece of crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Be sure to use heavy cream; a lower-fat option might curdle when mixed with acidic tomatoes.
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Salmon with Pomegranate-Orange Relish
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A relish made from brightly colored pomegranate, oranges, and carrots creates a festive topping for this quick-cooking salmon dish.
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Beefless Vegan Tacos
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Take taco night in a new direction with these healthy vegan tacos. We've swapped crumbled tofu for the ground beef, without sacrificing any of the savory seasonings you expect in a taco. You can also use the filling in burritos, bowls, taco salads and to top nachos.
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Roast Pork, Asparagus & Cherry Tomato Bowl
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In this healthy grain bowl dinner recipe, hummus may seem like an unconventional dressing ingredient, but here we thin it with some hot water to make a rich, creamy drizzle.
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Tofu & Vegetable Scramble
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Feel free to customize this speedy tofu and vegetable scramble with your favorite combination of vegetables and spice. Try to use veggies that will all cook at the same rate, like peppers, green beans and sugar snap peas.
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Honey Walnut Shrimp
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We gave a healthy spin to this popular takeout favorite. Walnuts are given a brown sugar coating that pairs nicely with sweet and savory shrimp. Serve the shrimp with rice and steamed veggies to make it a full, healthy meal. This ultra-quick dinner recipe is sure to become a new weeknight favorite.
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Roasted Salmon with Smoky Chickpeas & Greens
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In this healthy salmon dinner, you'll get a dose of greens and green dressing! Chowing down on 6 or more servings of dark leafy greens a week can help keep your brain in top shape. This dish features the Test Kitchen's current go-to method for doctoring a can of chickpeas: spice them up and roast until crispy.
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Tofu Parmigiana
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Instead of having a greasy, battered coating, the tofu "steaks" in our revamped Parmigiana are breaded and lightly pan-fried in just a small amount of oil then topped with part-skim mozzarella, fresh basil and your favorite marinara sauce. This Italian classic will please even those who are tofu-phobic.
Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert in nutrition and healthy cooking, I would like to share some information related to the concepts used in the article about delicious dinner recipes that are good for you and your skin.
Firstly, let's talk about the ingredients mentioned in the recipes. Salmon, tofu, and tomatoes are all key ingredients that offer numerous benefits for your skin. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help to keep your skin moisturized and reduce inflammation. It also contains astaxanthin, a powerful antioxidant that can improve skin elasticity and reduce the signs of aging. Tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein, which is important for maintaining healthy skin cells. It also contains isoflavones, which have been shown to protect against UV damage and improve skin tone. Tomatoes are packed with antioxidants like lycopene, which can help protect your skin from sun damage and reduce the risk of skin cancer.
Now, let's delve into some of the recipes mentioned. The One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta is a quick and easy option that combines tangy tomato-basil sauce with wholesome pasta. This recipe is not only delicious but also provides a healthy dinner option for the whole family. Another recipe worth trying is the Salmon & Avocado Salad, which combines tender salmon with a hearty mix of red cabbage, carrots, and avocados. This dish is not only flavorful but also packed with essential nutrients that promote healthy skin.
For those who prefer vegetarian options, the Roasted Veggie Brown Rice Buddha Bowl offers a satisfying mix of roasted butternut squash, broccoli, peppers, and onions served with brown rice, lime-marinated tofu, and creamy cashew tahini sauce. This vegan lunch option is not only delicious but also provides a good source of fiber and plant-based protein.
If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine, the Cilantro-Lime Chicken Tacos are a must-try. These tangy chicken tacos are marinated in lime and served with a flavorful cilantro-lime sauce. For a vegan alternative, the Walnut Tacos with Avocado Cream are a savory blend of walnuts and mushrooms, complemented by a creamy avocado sauce and crunchy cabbage.
Lastly, if you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, the Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry is a great option. This recipe combines baked tofu with a variety of vegetables, creating a delicious and nutritious meal that can be served over brown rice.
These are just a few examples of the delicious and skin-friendly dinner recipes mentioned in the article. By incorporating these ingredients and recipes into your diet, you can enjoy flavorful meals while reaping the benefits of healthier skin.
