29 Healthy and Delicious Anti-Inflammatory Recipes

A collection of anti-inflammatory recipes. These recipes are chock full of powerhouse functional foods that reduce inflammation and support overall health and wellbeing. And not only are these anti-inflammatory recipes oh so healthy and healing, but they are guaranteed delicious! 

For more anti-inflammatory foods check out my 7-day anti-inflammatory Mediterranean meal plan.

An anti-inflammatory diet is based on limiting your body’s exposure to foreign antigens while increasing the intake of beneficial nutrients especially nutrients that have anti-inflammatory effects. And that’s exactly what these recipes are all about: wholesome dishes that are good sources of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, probiotics, and anti-inflammatory fatty acids. You know, all the good stuff!  Also… every single recipe is bonafide DELICIOUS!

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FOODS:

• Berries – blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries contain antioxidants called anthocyanins which are compounds that have a potent anti-inflammatory effect
• Cruciferous Vegetables – Broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, cabbage, and arugula (to name a few) belong to the cruciferous class of vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables contain a host of antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory effects on the body. Sulforaphane, one of these potent antioxidants, reduces cytokine activity in the body which drives inflammation
• Green Tea – Contains EGCG (epigallocatechin) a potent anti-inflammatory antioxidant.
• Turmeric – Curcumin is the active constituent in turmeric that provides its potent anti-inflammatory superpower.
• Fatty Fish – Hello omega-3 fatty acids! Salmon, tuna, and sardines are great sources of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids.

Still with me? Good! Let's get cooking…

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY SOUP & SALAD RECIPES

Let's kick things off with anti-inflammatory soups and salads! These hearty and nourishing recipes are loaded with delish ingredients that will satisfy your taste buds and provide a boost of anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Enjoy a refreshing salad or cozy up with a warming bowl of soup!

THE BEST VEGETABLE SOUP

NOURISHING THAI CARROT GINGER SOUP

SUPER GREEN DETOXIFYING BROCCOLI SOUP

THAI COCONUT LIME CHICKEN SOUP

SALMON FARRO SALAD WITH CORN & BACON

GREEK LENTIL JAR SALAD

ESCAROLE CITRUS SALAD

FARMERS MARKET LENTIL SALAD WITH FRESH CHERRIES

MEDITERRANEAN FARRO SALAD WITH ROASTED EGGPLANT

KOREAN SEASONED KALE AND SPINACH

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY SNACK RECIPES

Snack attack! Looking for a quick anti-inflammatory fix? Here are some no-fuss snack recipes you can enjoy for a little nosh. 

BEET SUMAC HUMMUS

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY TURMERIC POPSICLES

MATCHA COLLAGEN CASHEW BUTTER

LEMON TURMERIC ENERGY BITES

SPICED SUPER SEED SALAD TOPPER – great for a quick snack or top yogurt or salad.

TURMERIC CHAI PUMPKIN MUFFINS

FRESH TURMERIC SMOOTHIE BOWL

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY LUNCH & DINNER RECIPES

It's finally time for the main course! Here are some flavorful and nutrient-rich anti-inflammatory recipes you can make for lunch and dinner. 

GREEN CURRY SALMON WITH BROCCOLI

APRICOT TURMERIC GINGER CHICKEN

SPICY CAULIFLOWER BURRITO BOWL

EVERYTHING CRUSTED TUNA MEAL PREP BOWLS

THAI RED VEGETABLE CURRY

PUMPKIN CAULIFLOWER CURRY 

 

MEDITERRANEAN SHEET PAN SALMON

HALIBUT WITH SPICED CHICKPEAS AND CARROTS

RED CABBAGE VEGETABLES QUINOA STEW

CREAMY KALE AND MUSHROOM STUFFED SQUASH

SHEET PAN BROCCOLI AND SALMON

MEDITERRANEAN COD WITH FENNEL, KALE AND BLACK OLIVES

 

I hope you loved these Healthy and Delicious Anti-Inflammatory Recipes. If you make any of them snap a photo and tag me on Instagram @abrapappa or use the hashtag #abraskitchen so I can feature your photo!