Anti-Inflammatory Recipes

Mediterranean Tuna Spinach Salad Why You Should Eat Tuna: A Delicious and Nutritious Powerhouse Tuna is more than just a convenient sandwich filling or a sushi favorite—it’s a nutritional powerhouse that can play a valuable role in a balanced, health-conscious diet. Whether you enjoy it fresh, canned, grilled, or raw, tuna offers a range of benefits that make it a smart choice for anyone looking to improve their diet and overall health. From its rich protein content to its heart-healthy fats, tuna is packed with nutrients that your body loves. 1. High in Protein, Low in Calories One of tuna’s biggest selling points is its impressive protein-to-calorie ratio. A 3-ounce serving of tuna provides roughly 20–25 grams of high-quality protein for just 100–150 calories, depending […]

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Stuffed Peppers Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Stuffed Pepper recipe Yields: 4 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 cups grass-fed ground turkey 2 cloves garlic — minced ½ cup onions — diced 1⅔ cups sweet potatoes — diced ½ cup homemade tomato sauce crushed red pepper to taste — optional salt and pepper 2 large bell peppers — cut in half feta cheese — for garnishing, don’t add if you want paleo-friendly fresh parsley — for garnishing Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. 2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. 3. Add the ground turkey and garlic. Stir occasionally, and cook for about 10 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Make sure to […]

Baked Salmon With Almond Flaxseed Crumbs Baked Salmon Recipe Yields: 5 (5 ounces each) The bulbs of the scallions are a source of FODMAPs, so using only the scallion greens in this recipe keeps it IBS-friendly. This recipe combines the crunch of nuts and flaxseed with the texture of tender salmon for a main dish with lots of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. Ingredients: 1/4 cup toasted whole almonds 2 tablespoons flaxseeds 1/4 cup low-FODMAP bread crumbs (see how-to below) 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 rounded teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup finely minced scallions, green parts only 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet 1 teaspoon garlic-infused olive oil Baked Salmon With Almond Flaxseed CrumbsDirections: 1. Preheat the oven […]

Yields: 6 Turmeric Lime Chicken is an easy and quick anti-inflammatory dinner dish made from breaded pan-fried chicken that can be served with fresh mango salsa, vegetables, or in a sandwich. Ingredients: 6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (NOT thick) You can buy 3 thick breasts, butterfly and cut in half each to get 6. 4 juicy limes, halved salt and pepper to taste Use about 1 teaspoon salt per pound of chicken 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBSP cilantro (or parsley if desired) 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 TBSP turmeric 2 cups Japanese Panko (or bread crumbs) 4-5 TBSP vegetable oil Directions: 1. Start by making 4 small cuts on the top of each chicken breast and season with salt and pepper on both […]

Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Baked Buffalo Cauliflower recipe yields: 2-4 The cauliflower is chopped into bite-size pieces and battered in a mixture of banana flour and water before it gets baked in the oven with a buttery hot sauce. Banana flour is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour that is commonly used in Africa, but has recently been trending stateside. It has a mild fruit taste to it that dissipates once cooked. The flour has also been proven to be a good source of resistant starch, which eases the passage of food through the digestive system, and could help to prevent diabetes and certain forms of cancer. Baked Buffalo Cauliflower RecipeIngredients: 1 medium cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces (approximately 4 cups) ¼ cup banana flour ¼ […]

Baked Turkey Meatballs Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey ½ cup fresh breadcrumbs, white or whole wheat ½ cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley ½ tablespoon chopped fresh basil ½ tablespoon chopped fresh oregano 1 large egg, beaten Pinch fresh grated nutmeg 2-3 tablespoons milk (or water) Directions: 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. 2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 3. Combine the turkey, breadcrumbs, cheese, herbs, egg, nutmeg, salt and pepper, and milk in a large bowl. You may need to adjust the amount of milk you use based on how dry your bread is, etc. The mixture should be wet enough to stick together, but not loose. 4. Using a teaspoon (for uniformity) or your hands, roll […]

Turmeric Cauliflower Steaks Yields: 4 Add some color to your cauliflower with turmeric. These cauliflower steaks are easy to prepare and would make an excellent vegetarian side or main dish. Ingredients: 1 large cauliflower ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for frying 1 teaspoon ground turmeric Fried curry leaves, to serve Thinly sliced fried red chili, to serve Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan forced. Line 2 baking trays with foil. 2. Cut the cauliflower into four 1.5cm-thick slices, leaving base intact. Cook steaks in extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to the foil-lined baking tray. 3. Whisk the olive oil with the turmeric in a bowl […]

Turmeric Meatloaf Cupcakes Yields: 10 Meatloaf Cupcakes Meatloaf cupcakes are a kid-friendly comfort food that cooks much faster than a traditional meatloaf! It’s an easy dinner filled with anti-inflammatory spices and is SCD, Paleo, Whole30, gluten free, grain free, dairy free, and soy free. Not only are these meatloaf cupcakes adorable, they cook in just twenty to twenty-five minutes, significantly faster than a large meatloaf which can take around an hour.  Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup Spanish onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped 1 large egg 1/2 cup blanched finely ground almond flour, almond meal will also work 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 […]

Turmeric Oven Scrambled Eggs Yields: 5-6 Ingredients: 8 -10 large eggs 1/2 c unsweetened almond milk or non dairy milk of choice 1/2 to 1 tsp turmeric powder 1/4 tsp black pepper and kosher salt each Pinch (1/4 tsp or so) of cumin Small sheet pan 18″ x 26″ with at least 2 inches in height to prevent eggs from not spilling or 9×13 baking dish Optional toppings – Cilantro, avocado, salsa, cheese, etc. Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Whisk eggs, milk, turmeric and other spices together in a larger bowl. Gently pour egg batter on an oiled sheet pan (or in large casserole dish). 3. Place in oven for 10-12 minutes or until eggs have started to set. Remove or gently […]