General20 minutesEasy4.8
Baked Lemon Herb Salmon
Tender salmon fillet baked with lemon, garlic and fresh herbs. Ready in 20 minutes.
- · Salmon fillet
- · Lemon
- · Garlic
- +4 more ingredients
Anti-Inflammatory Recipes — Foods That Fight Inflammation
Chronic inflammation is linked to a range of conditions from joint pain and fatigue to cardiovascular disease and metabolic issues. The right foods actively fight it. These anti-inflammatory recipes are built around the ingredients with the strongest evidence: fatty fish (salmon, sardines), leafy greens (spinach, kale), legumes (lentils, chickpeas), turmeric, ginger, olive oil, and colorful vegetables like sweet potato, broccoli, and cauliflower. None of these are exotic or expensive. They're the ingredients in the Mediterranean and Asian food traditions that have sustained healthy populations for generations. The recipes here range from warming soups and curries to roasted vegetables, grain bowls, and quick salmon dinners. Most are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. Use our AI recipe generator to build an anti-inflammatory meal from what you already have.
Recipes
Japanese25 minutesEasy4.5
Teriyaki Salmon
Glazed salmon in sweet-savory teriyaki sauce. Serve with steamed rice and broccoli.
- · Salmon fillets
- · Soy sauce
- · Mirin
- +4 more ingredients
Italian25 minutesEasy4.1
Salmon Pasta
Creamy pasta with flaked salmon, capers, and fresh dill. Elegant and quick.
- · Salmon
- · Pasta
- · Cream
- +4 more ingredients
General15 minutesEasy4.4
Honey Garlic Salmon
Pan-seared salmon with a sticky honey garlic glaze. Perfect weeknight dinner.
- · Salmon fillets
- · Honey
- · Garlic
- +3 more ingredients
Middle Eastern30 minutesEasy4.8
Red Lentil Soup
Warming red lentil soup with cumin, turmeric and lemon. Budget-friendly and nourishing.
- · Red lentils
- · Onion
- · Garlic
- +5 more ingredients
Indian35 minutesEasy4.7
Lentil Dal
Comfort bowl of spiced lentils with tomatoes and coconut milk. Serve over rice.
- · Green lentils
- · Coconut milk
- · Tomatoes
- +5 more ingredients
French30 minutesEasy4.8
French Lentil Salad
Puy lentil salad with roasted vegetables and mustard vinaigrette. Great warm or cold.
- · Puy lentils
- · Roasted carrots
- · Celery
- +5 more ingredients
Italian40 minutesEasy4.5
Lentil Bolognese
Hearty meat-free Bolognese sauce with lentils and vegetables. Serve over pasta.
- · Green lentils
- · Canned tomatoes
- · Onion
- +6 more ingredients
Indian35 minutesEasy4.7
Sweet Potato Curry
Creamy coconut sweet potato curry with chickpeas and spinach. Hearty vegan meal.
- · Sweet potatoes
- · Chickpeas
- · Coconut milk
- +5 more ingredients
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General35 minutesEasy4.6
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Caramelized sweet potatoes with cinnamon and olive oil. Perfect side or snack.
- · Sweet potatoes
- · Olive oil
- · Cinnamon
- +3 more ingredients
General30 minutesEasy4.7
Sweet Potato Soup
Velvety sweet potato soup with ginger and coconut milk. Warming and nourishing.
- · Sweet potatoes
- · Coconut milk
- · Ginger
- +4 more ingredients
General40 minutesEasy4.8
Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl
Nourishing bowl with roasted sweet potato, quinoa, greens, and tahini dressing.
- · Sweet potato
- · Quinoa
- · Kale
- +5 more ingredients
Indian35 minutesMedium4.4
Saag Paneer
Creamy spiced spinach with paneer cheese. A beloved Indian vegetarian classic.
- · Spinach
- · Paneer
- · Onion
- +5 more ingredients
Mediterranean30 minutesEasy4.5
Spinach and Egg Frittata
Oven-baked frittata with spinach, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes. Meal-prep friendly.
- · Eggs
- · Spinach
- · Feta
- +4 more ingredients
American20 minutesEasy3.6
Creamed Spinach
Steakhouse-style creamed spinach with butter and nutmeg. Rich comfort side dish.
- · Spinach
- · Butter
- · Cream
- +4 more ingredients
Italian20 minutesEasy4.2
Spinach Pasta
Pasta with fresh spinach, garlic, and lemon in olive oil. Light and quick.
- · Pasta
- · Spinach
- · Garlic
- +4 more ingredients
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Indian30 minutesEasy4.6
Chana Masala
Hearty chickpeas in a spiced tomato and onion gravy. Classic Indian comfort dish.
- · Canned chickpeas
- · Canned tomatoes
- · Onion
- +5 more ingredients
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Middle Eastern10 minutesEasy4.5
Classic Hummus
Smooth, creamy hummus with tahini and lemon. Perfect dip or spread.
- · Chickpeas
- · Tahini
- · Lemon
- +4 more ingredients
🍛
Indian25 minutesEasy4.7
Chickpea Curry
Easy coconut chickpea curry with spinach and warm spices. Vegan and filling.
- · Chickpeas
- · Coconut milk
- · Spinach
- +5 more ingredients
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General30 minutesEasy4.4
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Crunchy spiced chickpeas roasted until golden. Addictive healthy snack.
- · Chickpeas
- · Olive oil
- · Smoked paprika
- +3 more ingredients
🍽️
Middle Eastern25 minutesEasy4.5
Chickpea Shakshuka
Chickpeas and eggs poached in spiced tomato sauce. Hearty one-pan meal.
- · Chickpeas
- · Eggs
- · Canned tomatoes
- +5 more ingredients
🍽️
General25 minutesEasy4.8
Garlic Roasted Broccoli
Caramelized broccoli florets with garlic and lemon. The best way to eat broccoli.
- · Broccoli
- · Garlic
- · Olive oil
- +4 more ingredients
🍲
American30 minutesEasy3.6
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Creamy broccoli soup with sharp cheddar cheese. Comforting and rich.
- · Broccoli
- · Cheddar
- · Onion
- +5 more ingredients
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Asian15 minutesEasy4.5
Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic Sauce
Quick broccoli stir-fry in savory garlic sauce. Better than takeout.
- · Broccoli
- · Garlic
- · Soy sauce
- +5 more ingredients
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best anti-inflammatory foods?
Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel), leafy greens (spinach, kale), berries, olive oil, turmeric, ginger, garlic, legumes (lentils, chickpeas), broccoli, sweet potato, and green tea are among the most evidence-backed anti-inflammatory foods.
What foods cause inflammation to avoid?
Ultra-processed foods, refined sugars, seed oils (canola, soybean), trans fats, refined carbohydrates, and excessive alcohol are consistently associated with increased inflammation in research.
How quickly do anti-inflammatory foods work?
Diet changes take time — most research shows meaningful improvements in inflammatory markers over 4–12 weeks of consistent eating. Short-term wins (better digestion, more energy) often appear sooner.
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