Consistently Tried: Five Anti-Inflammatory Recipes by a Food Editor as Favorites
Reducing chronic inflammation and improving gut health are significant nutritional objectives for many individuals, including myself. Various health issues, such as heart disease, cancer, Type 2 diabetes, and autoimmune conditions, have been linked to low-grade chronic inflammation. Anti-inflammatory foods also bolster gut health, which is essential for a robust immune system.
Anti-inflammatory foods encompass leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, berries, apples, grapes, fat-rich fish like salmon and sardines, whole grains, extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, and seeds. To facilitate meal planning, I have saved several anti-inflammatory recipes on MyRecipes, Reynoldsamerica's digital recipe box. These recipes cater to a variety of palates and are simple to prepare.
Sicilian-Inspired Pasta with Sardines
Indulging in this pasta dish offers the added benefits of anti-inflammatory foods, as it includes small, fatty fish like sardines and anchovies. This delectable vegetable-enriched meal can be served warm or at room temperature, making it perfect for picnics or potlucks.
Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Grapes and Feta
Pairing red grapes and cauliflower creates an exceptional anti-inflammatory meal. Accompanied by roasted feta, this dish serves as a visually pleasing and healthy side dish to grilled meats or a fulfilling vegetarian main course.
Parsley-Garlic Salmon
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is excellent for protecting the heart and brain. This no-frills, flavorful dish can be added to your regular repertoire, making a lovely addition to any meal. Scaling the recipe down for smaller portions is also possible.
Berry Baked Oatmeal
This breakfast or brunch dish showcases a trio of anti-inflammatory ingredients: berries, whole grain oats, and nuts. With its healthy nutrients, prep time, and delicious taste, this dish merits a spot in both your breakfast rotation and meal prep plans.
Avocado Grain Bowl with Beet-Ginger Dressing
The impressive assortment of colorful, anti-inflammatory ingredients in this grain bowl—including avocado, beets, lentils, quinoa, ginger, and olive oil—makes for an appealing and nutritious meal option. Pre-cooked beets simplify preparation, resulting in a dish that's both easy and beautiful to prepare.
- Reducing chronic inflammation and improving gut health are major nutritional goals, as they are linked to heart disease, cancer, Type 2 diabetes, and autoimmune conditions.
- Anti-inflammatory foods, such as leafy greens, broccoli, berries, apples, grapes, salmon, sardines, whole grains, extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, and seeds, play a significant role in achieving these goals.
- To simplify meal planning, various anti-inflammatory recipes have been saved on MyRecipes, Reynoldsamerica's digital recipe box.
- One such recipe is Sicilian-Inspired Pasta with Sardines, which offers the added benefits of small, fatty fish like sardines and anchovies.
- Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Grapes and Feta is another anti-inflammatory meal option, pairing red grapes and cauliflower for a visually pleasing and healthy side dish.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, Parsley-Garlic Salmon is excellent for protecting the heart and brain and can be scaled down for smaller portions.
- A healthy breakfast or brunch dish, Berry Baked Oatmeal, features anti-inflammatory ingredients like berries, whole grain oats, and nuts, making it a great addition to your regular repertoire and meal prep plans.
