Vegetarian

Swapping quinoa for rice ups the nutrient game for this one-bowl favorite.

Mushrooms are a source of vitamin D, which is linked to a sunny mood.

Available at markets in early spring, sorrel is slightly tart and a little lemony. Fontina is a soft cheese, so freeze for about 30 minutes before grating.

Thyme’s vibrant flavor enhances mild goat cheese and eggs and aromatically complements parsley’s steady flavor.

If you are able to buy chives with their pretty purple flowers, stir the petals into softened butter with a little honey—then smear over warm cornbread. To make this with regular flour, simply use whole-wheat or all-purpose flour and omit the flaxseed. Best eaten the day it is made.

(vegetarian, gluten free, staff favorite)

Make a batch for a week of quick morning meals.

Here at Delicious Living, we take time to not only test all our published recipes, but to laud the ones we especially love. It’s no wonder many of those recipes happen to be healthy, hearty and vegetarian.

Each box of risotto contains a seasoning packet, but you’ll need only one for this recipe; save the other for flavoring soup stock or another grain dish.

Save even more time by buying precut vegetables at your market’s salad bar.