Simple, Healthy Fall Recipes

A simple, hearty and delicious one-pot meal that serves a crowd, this vegetarian chili features protein-rich black beans and antioxidant-rich sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onions and jalapenos, plus smoky fire-roasted tomatoes and lots of spices including the surprise of cocoa powder. 

Inspired by the kale and potato soup traditionally eaten in northern Portugal, this hearty, one-pot stew can be made with bulk chicken chorizo, traditional pork “chourico,” or even with soy “chorizo” for a vegan option.  Choose your protein base then quickly and easily build this healthy and delicious stew tailored to your taste. Super easy and feeds a crowd!

Easy, fast fish in foil packets with flavorful fall chutney.  Guarantees moist fish without stinking up the house!   Make your own apple herb chutney to impress dinner guests or substitute prepared pesto or salsa for a quick, weeknight meal. 

This cook once, eat twice vegetarian dish features whole-wheat couscous or quinoa cooked with cumin and turmeric as the foundation for fall’s vegetables.  Sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, and onions are mixed in pilaf-style with savory olives, crunchy pine nuts, sweet raisins and fresh herbs folded in.  Delicious vegetarian entrée suitable for dinner guests and great for leftovers.

Fall is the perfect time for peppers and they really shine and sizzle in this simple fajita dish. Chop and drop while cooking over high heat to finish in 20 minutes or less.  Easily substitute extra-firm tofu slices to make vegetarian or choose shrimp or beef instead.  

Aphrodisiac figs are fabulous on their own, but even better when paired with melted, nutty manchego cheese (a sheep’s milk cheese from Spain).  So simple and impressive for your next dinner party or date night!

Love fruit and cheese for dessert, but want something warm on a cool autumn evening?  Top pear halves with blue cheese and walnuts and bake until pears are tender – simply divine, heart-warming dessert!

Want a great afternoon snack for the office that won’t weigh you down and helps fight the post-lunch nap?  Combine toasted pumpkin seeds with fruit-juice sweetened cranberries, raw cacao nibs, a pinch of cayenne and sea salt to taste.  High energy trail mix with balanced flavor, high in antioxidants, protein, and good Omega-3 fats without added sugar!

Forget calorie-laden apple pie and opt for this low-calorie apple dessert instead.  Spicy, crunchy twist on baked apples features raw cacoa nibs, pumpkin seeds and cranberries.   Its sweet, tart, tangy, spicy and bitter flavors are sure to warm your heart and your home on a cool autumn evening.

A great red-wine substitute for designated drivers or those wishing to lighten up over the holidays.  Easy and delicious mocktail – unsweetened cranberry juice, all natural Stevia and filtered water. Super high in age-fighting antioxidants, vitamin C, plus it helps to detoxify the liver! 

Gorgeous light cocktail for all your fall parties like Thanksgiving and even Christmas!  With vodka, antioxidant-rich pomegranate juice and sparkling wine, champagne, Prosecco or Cava, this drink has less calories and alcohol than a traditional martini!