Anti-inflammatory recipes

As a general rule, an unprocessed, whole foods approach to eating will offer the most anti-inflammatory protection. Fresh foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, herbs, spices and fatty fish are great to include as part of an anti-inflammatory approach.

Easy anti-inflammatory recipes

Lime and pistachio salmon with salsa greens

Make salmon shine with greens dressed in a vibrant lime and toasted pistachio salsa. Pistachios are packed with vitamin B6, which is important for hormonal balance and mental well-being. Edamame are rich in plant protein, antioxidants and fibre. Don't forget a dollop of calcium-rich Greek yogurt on top.

Salmon traybake

Traybakes are midweek saviours, and this vibrant curried salmon dish is full of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants – great for a healthy mind and skin. Serve as-is or add a nutritious grain, like brown rice or spelt.

Miso roasted cauliflower, avocado and lentil salad

Fibre-rich cauliflower is roasted in a miso dressing – also filled with probiotics – and turned into a rustic salad with pickled onions and lentils. It's delicious and great for your gut, too.

Cauliflower, walnut and apple salad

Make your salad so much more exciting with thinly sliced cauliflower florets, cubed apples, raisins, toasted walnuts and a quick mustard dressing.

Roast sweet potato, chipotle and orange soup with paprika seeds

Bursting with vibrant sweet potatoes, punchy chipotle and zingy orange, this low-calorie soup makes for a nourishing vegan lunch.

Broccoli and peanut soba noodles

This recipe for broccoli and peanut soba noodles is really easy to make and ready in 20 minutes or less. The fresh greens are a great combination with the noodles, while the roasted peanuts add a crunchy texture to the dish.

Kefir, banana, almond and frozen berry smoothie

Full of plenty of good bacteria, this fruity smoothie recipe makes a great on-the-go breakfast idea.

Miso chickpeas and avocado on toast

Liven up a storecupboard staple with this super-simple dish. Chickpeas are high in fibre, especially a soluble fibre called raffinose, which is broken down by beneficial gut bacteria to support regular bowel movements. Avocado offers a bunch of healthy nutrients such as magnesium, zinc and potassium to support digestion.

Sweet potato and lentil curry

A vibrant, low-calorie and vegan dinner idea, made with sweet potatoes, red split lentils, coconut milk and plenty of spices.

Beetroot, orange and feta salad

Earthy beetroot and sweet orange pair up beautifully in this simple winter salad. It pops all the more with a salty olive vinaigrette and chunks of creamy feta.

Healthy gnocchi

Golden baked gnocchi, hazelnut pesto and vibrant veggies such as butternut squash and kale come together in this hearty vegetarian dinner recipe.

Ginger chicken noodle salad

Toss nutty soba noodles, shredded chicken, crunchy sesame seeds and fresh aromatic herbs with a zingy ginger dressing for a high-protein, veg-filled lunch.

Blueberry smoothie and granola bowls

Try this vibrant smoothie bowl with crunchy granola, blueberries and shaved coconut for a vibrant vegan brunch.

Tracey Raye is the Health Editor for olive and BBC Good Food. Tracey, MSc, is a registered nutritionist, holding a master’s degree in Personalised Nutrition. She is passionate about harnessing the power of all things health and wellbeing - in a way that enhances, rather than limits our lives. She covers our nourishing recipes and collections, oversees our health strategy and stays adrift of the latest health and lifestyle trends – in order to bring you the tools and inspiration you need to find what health means for you.