Sheela Prakash, Author at Clean Plates

7 Easy Mediterranean Recipes Packed with Veggies

By Sheela Prakash / April 26, 2024 /

From chickpea stew to orzo salad, these veggie packed, Mediterranean-inspired recipes are sure to make you feel good any night of the week.

9 Ways to Turn Chicken Sausage into a Quick & Healthy Meal

By Sheela Prakash / April 26, 2024 /

A package (or two!) of chicken sausage is a smart staple to always have on hand. Since it’s pre-cooked, it takes next to no time to turn it into dinner. Here’s how.

healthy mexican chicken casserole with avocado slices

9 Healthy & Delicious Casserole Recipes to Make This Fall

By Sheela Prakash / October 12, 2023 /

If you’re ready to get back in the kitchen after an oven-free summer, these healthy casseroles are a delicious place to start.

9 Incredibly Delicious Ways to Eat Canned Sardines

By Sheela Prakash / September 22, 2023 /

Canned sardines are delicious, nutritious, and incredibly versatile. Need proof? Here are 8 recipes, from sardine “crab” cakes to a Greek-salad style snack plate.

5 High-Zinc Foods That Will Boost Your Immunity

By Sheela Prakash / March 23, 2023 /

Zinc is an important for keeping your immune system happy and healthy, but it doesn’t hang around in your body waiting for you to use it. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet usually covers your daily requirements, but it’s always good to know which foods in particular boost your intake (and your immunity). Here are 5 high-zinc foods.

casserole dish with broccoli chicken and creamy pasta

5 Easy Frozen Broccoli Recipes That Use Up the Bag

By Sheela Prakash / October 18, 2022 /

For a long time, I always thought frozen vegetables were inferior to fresh. I’d walked quickly past the freezer aisle with my nose in the air because I just assumed if I wanted to eat well, fresh was the only way to go. It turns out, I was all wrong

7 Healthy & Delicious Meals You Can Make from Pantry Staples

By Sheela Prakash / September 6, 2022 /

Dinner doesn’t require a ton of planning if you have a well-stocked pantry.

I Can’t Get Enough of This Trader Joe’s Spice Blend

By Sheela Prakash / August 30, 2021 /

Nope, it’s not the admittedly tasty Everything But the Bagel Seasoning Blend.

5 New Ways to Make Oatmeal for Breakfast

By Sheela Prakash / July 29, 2021 /

Looking to shakeup your morning bowl of oats? From savory oatmeal to oatmeal cookies and more, here are 5 news ways to reimagine this classic breakfast.

Big Batch Breakfast Recipes to Make on Sunday (and Eat All Week)

By Sheela Prakash / July 23, 2021 /

Breakfast is something we all struggle with. It’s hard to assemble something healthy and satisfying in the morning when you’re still half-asleep waiting for your coffee to be ready. The solution? Prep it ahead of time.

Here’s What You Need to Know About Omega-3 Fatty Acids

By Sheela Prakash / July 22, 2021 /

You’ve heard about them, you’re pretty sure you should eat them, but how much do you really know about these fatty acids and how they’ll boost your health?

5 Canned Tuna Fish Recipes That Aren’t Sandwiches

By Sheela Prakash / July 21, 2021 /

Canned tuna is one of the most valuable ingredients you can keep stocked in your pantry, and not just for sandwiches. Here’s how to use it in everything from pasta to patties.

Thinking About the Mediterranean Diet? Don’t Skip This Key Food

By Sheela Prakash / July 20, 2021 /

Here’s why fish is the star protein of the Mediterranean diet, plus 5 easy and delicious recipes to get you started.

Feeling Anxious? 5 Surprising Foods That May Help

By Sheela Prakash / July 20, 2021 /

If you’re anything like me, when you feel overcome with anxiety for whatever reason, you immediately reach for the pint of ice cream in your freezer. While a bowl of mint chip has its place, and can definitely help in certain situations, there are a whole slew of wholesome foods that may be even better. Here’s what to eat instead.

10 Healthy Summer Pasta Recipes We’re Making Right Now

By Sheela Prakash / July 18, 2021 /

Pasta can be a totally wholesome dinner if you load it with feel-good things like colorful vegetables and lean protein and choose a pasta that’s right for you.

5 Quick & Clean Avocado Breakfast Ideas (Besides Avocado Toast)

By Sheela Prakash / June 9, 2021 /

We love avocado toast. So much! But if you’re looking to switch things up, we present 5 more ways to turn an avocado into breakfast.

10 Quick & Delicious Breakfast Ideas for Busy Weekdays

By Sheela Prakash / May 20, 2021 /

Busy mornings often mean one of two things: no breakfast at all or something packaged and filled with sugar. But that doesn’t have to be the case! These quick breakfast recipes will have you feeling your best — without any worry of a grumbling stomach or sugar crash a few hours later.

Breakfast You Can Make from 5 Ingredients or Less? Yes, Please.

By Sheela Prakash / May 2, 2021 /

When it comes to breakfast, easy and healthy are paramount. And when I say easy, I’m talking about the kind of 5-ingredient breakfasts that can be made in minutes with groggy eyes. But that doesn’t mean they have to be #basic. Below, you’ll find options that are simple and satisfying — but never blah.

5 Savory Recipes That Will Make You Love Greek Yogurt Even More

By Sheela Prakash / April 11, 2021 /

A bowl of Greek yogurt topped with berries or drizzled with honey is just the beginning. This protein-packed yogurt can be turned into everything from a marinade to a creamy taco sauce. Here are 5 savory Greek yogurt recipes that will make you love this fridge staple even more.

These Naturally-Sweet Teas Can Curb Your Sugar Cravings

By Sheela Prakash / April 4, 2021 /

I know: Herbal tea isn’t chocolate! But you may be surprised to find out it can definitely tame a sweet tooth. I am not talking about stirring a few sugar cubes into your cuppa, either. A handful of herbals teas are, in fact, naturally sweet. Here are 5 to try.

These Quick & Easy Breakfasts Are Loaded with Fruits & Veggies

By Sheela Prakash / April 4, 2021 /

We’re constantly on the lookout for quick and easy breakfasts that make us excited to get out of bed. And if we can sneak some fruits and veggies onto our plates or into our bowls? Even better. From veggie tacos and breakfast scrambles to banana pancakes and raspberry ricotta toast, here are 10 vegetarian breakfasts to inspire your morning routine.

7 Healthy Breakfast Recipes for More Youthful Skin

By Sheela Prakash / March 18, 2021 /

Collagen, the protein in our bodies that’s responsible for supple skin and elasticity, is something we naturally make less of as we age. Luckily, there are many foods that are either naturally rich in collagen or help aid your body in producing more. Skip the pricey creams and make one of these recipes instead.

Going Vegetarian? Here Are 10 Foods to Add to Your Grocery Cart

By Sheela Prakash / March 11, 2021 /

While I am not a strict vegetarian, I do try to eat meatless as much as possible just because I personally feel my healthiest when I do so. I find the easiest way to do that is to have a handful of quick convenience foods on hand to reach for at any time, which makes cooking a meatless meal as easy as possible. Here are 10 items to keep in your kitchen to ensure vegetarian eating is as simple as can be.

How to Stock Your Pantry for the Mediterranean Diet

By Sheela Prakash / March 7, 2021 /

We don’t often play favorites, but the Mediterranean diet is definitely a way of eating we can get behind. If you’re thinking of giving it a try, you’ll want to load up on veggies — and stock your pantry with these Mediterranean diet essentials.