Recipes Healthy Recipes 20 Anti-Inflammatory Recipes By Corey Williams Corey Williams Instagram Corey Williams is a food writer for MyRecipes and Allrecipes. She has a decade of journalism experience. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on March 4, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Brie Passano Eating foods rich in antioxidants and fatty acids can reduce inflammation in the body. Why is this important? Some inflammation is good (imagine a swollen ankle after a sprain), but chronic inflammation can increase your risk of certain diseases and cause weight gain. That's why we put together this collection of our best healthy anti-inflammatory recipes — they're as delicious as they are nutritious. 01 of 21 Red, White, and Blueberry Fruit Salad View Recipe Melissa Goff Bright and colorful berries are chock-full of anthocyanins, an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. This fresh fruit salad (which contains strawberries and blueberries) is the perfect refreshing summer snack. 02 of 21 Pan-Seared Salmon View Recipe KGora Acids in fatty fish like salmon may reduce inflammation that causes diseases. This healthy and delicious dinner recipe comes together with just five simple ingredients. Top-Rated Salmon Recipes 03 of 21 Easy Roasted Broccoli View Recipe France C There's no denying that antioxidant-packed broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse. If you're looking to incorporate more healthy cruciferous vegetables into your diet, try this ridiciously simple roasted broccoli — it's made with just three ingredients! 04 of 21 Tomato and Avocado Salad View Recipe mommyluvs2cook Tomatoes and avocados are anti-inflammatory powerhouses (thanks to lycopene and carotenoids, respectively), so you really can't go wrong with this simple healthy salad. Summer Side Dish Recipes 05 of 21 Grilled Peppers View Recipe Packed with immune-boosting vitamin C and disease-fighting antioxidants, bell peppers may help ease inflammation. This colorful recipe will pair perfectly with your favorite summertime grilling recipes. 06 of 21 Mushrooms and Spinach Italian Style View Recipe Photo by naples34102. The phenols in mushrooms and the vitamin E in leafy greens have anti-inflammatory properties. In this salad, they're sauteed with flavorful ingredients like onions and garlic. 07 of 21 Turmeric Milk View Recipe Buckwheat Queen You can't talk anti-inflammatory foods without talking turmeric. The super spice has been used medicinally for years because of its high curcumin content, an anti-inflammatory compound. 08 of 21 Homemade Melt-In-Your-Mouth Dark Chocolate (Paleo) View Recipe Linda (LMT) Yep, you can still eat dessert on an anti-inflammatory diet! Not only is this homemade dark chocolate rich in antioxidants, it's made without artificial ingredients or waxes. 09 of 21 Cherry Coconut Smoothie View Recipe Cherries contain inflammation-fighting antioxidants like anthocyanins and catechins, so this refreshing smoothie is the perfect way to start your day. Easy Smoothie Recipes 10 of 21 Mighty Melon Green Tea Smoothie View Recipe Here's another fruity smoothie to try, as green tea contains compounds that inhibit inflammation. This recipe also calls for vitamin-rich fruits like pineapples, cantaloupes, and pears. 11 of 21 Grilled Tuna Steaks with Grape and Caper Salsa View Recipe Brie Passano This healthy and hearty dinner is doubly effective against inflammation, as tuna is full of omega-3 fatty acids and grapes contain antioxidants called anthocyanins. 12 of 21 Turmeric Ginger C Boost Life Juice View Recipe Buckwheat Queen "The medicinal properties of this spice have been slowly revealing themselves over the centuries," says recipe creator Ety Deutsch. "Long known for its anti-inflammatory properties, recent research has revealed that turmeric is a natural wonder, proving beneficial in the treatment of many different health conditions." 13 of 21 Healthy Turmeric Chicken Stew View Recipe Photo by Buckwheat Queen. This turmeric- and ginger-flavored chicken stew is a quick and hearty dinner to add to your weekly meal plan. It comes together in under an hour. 14 of 21 Salmon Avocado Salad View Recipe naples34102 This easy salad, which is full of healthy fats, easily works as a side dish or main course. Recipe creator Dena G. suggests adding jalapenos and cilantro for a Southwestern flair. Avocado Recipes 15 of 21 Tuna and Chickpea Salad View Recipe FTLSWEETIE Leafy greens, tuna, and chickpeas make this quick recipe an inflammation-fighting superstar. Serve it as a main course or with pita chips as an appetizer. 16 of 21 Heirloom Tomato Salad with Rosemary View Recipe Kim's Cooking Now Lycopene-rich tomatoes are easy to eat when you have a simple and delicious recipe (like this one!). Make this summertime salad after a trip to the farmers' market. 17 of 21 Strawberry Spinach Salad View Recipe My Hot Southern Mess This top-rated salad (with more than 2,000 5-star reviews) is an inflammation-fighting recipe that's clearly beloved by the Allrecipes community. 18 of 21 Broiled Spanish Mackerel View Recipe Broiled Spanish Mackerel | Photo by WhitneyJ. Mackeral is another fatty fish with anti-inflammatory properties. Try this five-ingredient recipe next time you're on the hunt for a simple and healthy dinner. 19 of 21 My Big Fat Greek Salad View Recipe SunnyDaysNora The Mediterranean Diet is becoming more and more popular among people looking to fight inflammation. Chef John's take on the classic Greek salad fits right into the plant-based diet. Top-Rated Mediterranean Diet Recipes 20 of 21 Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado, and Goat Cheese View Recipe Photo by Kim's Cooking Now!. Leafy greens, avocados, and tomatoes: What more could you want in an anti-inflammatory recipe? 21 of 21 More Inspiration Vegan Green Bean, Tomato, and Basil Sheet Pan Dinner. Mackenzie Schieck Learn about The Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Eat (Plus Eight to Avoid). Plus, browse our collection of Mediterranean Diet Recipes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit