18 Easy Anti-Inflammatory Recipes You’ll Want to Make for Dinner Tonight By Lily Menk Lily Menk Lily Menk is EatingWell’s editorial fellow. As a native Vermonter, Lily combines her hands-on experience with local and sustainable food systems with her background in journalism. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 29, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is the senior nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Struggling with chronic inflammation can be difficult, and can cause you to experience side effects like lower energy levels and difficulty sleeping. Luckily, there’s ways to reduce inflammation through food, and it doesn’t have to be hard. These anti-inflammatory recipes are not only delicious, they are also packed with ingredients like fish, legumes and leafy greens that help fight inflammation. These easy recipes, like Chicken Hummus Bowls and Panzanella with Burrata & Tuna, make for a nourishing dinner any night of the week. See More Love any of these recipes? Tap "Save" to add them to MyRecipes, your new, free recipe box for EatingWell. 01 of 18 Chicken Hummus Bowls The spiced chicken atop these bowls is ready fast with the help of the broiler. Serve with warm whole-wheat pita for scooping up extra hummus at the bottom of the bowl. View Recipe Save 02 of 18 Garlic Butter–Roasted Salmon with Potatoes & Asparagus Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Lydia Pursell This one-pan salmon and potatoes recipe is a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner. Melted garlic butter coats the salmon and vegetables, adding depth of flavor and richness to the dish. View Recipe Save 03 of 18 Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus Dressing Ali Redmond Hearty yet simple to prepare, this stuffed sweet potato with black beans, kale and hummus dressing is a fantastic 5-ingredient dinner for one! View Recipe Save 04 of 18 Panzanella with Burrata & Tuna Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek. This panzanella with burrata and tuna is a vibrant no-cook meal that’s bursting with fresh flavor. Juicy tomatoes, ciabatta and thinly sliced onion form the heart of this refreshing salad. Creamy burrata adds richness, while high-quality canned tuna packed in oil brings savory depth. The oil from the tuna can is used to dress the salad, infusing it with extra flavor and tying all the ingredients together. View Recipe Save 05 of 18 Provençal Baked Fish with Roasted Potatoes & Mushrooms This easy, healthy meal—which requires just 15 minutes of active time—is typical of southern France. You can use halibut, grouper or cod for this simple Mediterranean baked fish recipe, so just choose what looks best at your market. Look for herbes de Provence, an aromatic spice blend, at most grocery stores. View Recipe Save 06 of 18 Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale Ali Redmond You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don't forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping. View Recipe Save 07 of 18 Sheet-Pan Salmon with Bok Choy & Rice Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Josh Hoggle. This five-ingredient salmon dinner comes together with minimal prep and maximum flavor. Tender salmon fillets roast alongside crisp-tender bok choy, soaking up the savory miso glaze as they cook. A bed of rice catches all the delicious flavors, turning into the perfect base for this fuss-free dinner. View Recipe Save 08 of 18 Roasted Veggies with Halloumi & Chickpeas Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer This sheet-pan halloumi, chickpea and veggie recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner with easy cleanup. Chickpeas and halloumi provide protein to make this dish filling and satisfying. Roasting everything on the same sheet pan creates crispy, caramelized bites that meld beautifully with the creamy yogurt spread underneath. View Recipe Save 09 of 18 Anti-Inflammatory Sweet Potato Salad Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling This sweet potato salad is full of anti-inflammatory foods like cherries, kale, avocado and—of course—sweet potatoes, which are packed with antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals to keep inflammation at bay. Don’t skip the step of massaging the dressing into the kale—it helps soften it, and also helps the greens absorb more flavor from the sweet-tart dressing. View Recipe Save 10 of 18 Chicken Fajita Soup Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel This chicken fajita soup combines the vibrant, smoky flavors of traditional fajitas with the comforting warmth of a soup. This versatile dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, and can be easily adjusted to suit your preferences. To kick up the heat, add a chopped jalapeño to the veggie mixture. You can swap out the rotisserie chicken for another protein like leftover steak, or make it vegetarian by using no-chicken broth and subbing tofu in place of the chicken. View Recipe Save 11 of 18 One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Christine Keely, Food Stylist:Chelsea Zimmer This shrimp and spinach recipe cooks quickly for a simple one-pot weeknight dinner. A fast pan sauce gets life from lemon juice, crushed red pepper and parsley. View Recipe Save 12 of 18 Ginger-Dill Salmon with Cucumber & Avocado Salad Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Christina Daley This ginger-dill salmon with cucumber and avocado salad is a light, refreshing meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Tender, flaky salmon is infused with the unusual combination of warm ginger and fresh dill, making it the perfect complement to the cool, creamy salad. View Recipe Save 13 of 18 Chickpea & Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Photographer: Carson Downing, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco Quinoa and chickpeas pack this vegetarian grain bowl with plenty of plant-based protein. View Recipe Save 14 of 18 Roasted Salmon & Broccoli Rice Bowls Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Gochujang, mayonnaise and honey combine to bring a spicy-sweet flavor to roasted salmon fillets. The honey allows the sauce to cling to the salmon while also providing a slight caramelization. Store-bought kimchi adds a nice tang to complete these weeknight-friendly rice bowls. View Recipe Save 15 of 18 Strawberry & Kale Salad with Burrata Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell This strawberry-and-kale salad with burrata is a delicious, nutrient-packed dish that offers a host of anti-inflammatory benefits. The base of tender lacinato kale is rich in antioxidants, while sweet, juicy strawberries provide a healthy dose of vitamin C and anthocyanins, known for their powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Creamy burrata balances the earthy greens perfectly. It’s great as a side dish, or make it a meal by topping it with grilled chicken or cooked whole grains. View Recipe Save 16 of 18 Fajita-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer These fajita-stuffed portobello mushrooms are the mash-up you’ve been waiting for! This flavorful vegetarian dish fills roasted portobello mushroom caps with fajita-style veggies and black beans, giving them a boost of fiber and protein. Top it off with melted cheese and Greek-style yogurt for a satisfying dinner. View Recipe Save 17 of 18 High-Protein Anti-Inflammatory Veggie Soup Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley This high-protein anti-inflammatory soup is a hearty dish designed to nourish you and fight inflammation in your body. This plant-based soup features lentils, which offer plenty of protein and fiber to make the soup satisfying. Together with anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and sweet potato, you’ll get a balanced soup that’s warming and comforting, all in one delicious bowl. View Recipe Save 18 of 18 One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey This one-skillet salmon and broccoli recipe is the perfect 20-minute dinner for busy weeknights! This dish combines tender, flaky salmon with crisp, garlicky broccoli and bell pepper, all cooked in one pan for easy prep and cleanup. Packed with lean protein, omega-3s and a generous serving of veggies, this is one recipe you’ll want on repeat! View Recipe Save Explore more: Healthy Recipes Lifestyle Diets Anti-Inflammatory Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit