Get the best of seasonal flavors with these wholesome dinners, including Crispy Broccoli Rabe, Chickpea, and Fresh Ricotta Salad, Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Meatballs, and Roasted Fall Vegetables with Lentils.

You can swap any fall veggie -- brussels sprouts, turnips, or cabbage -- into this warm salad. Just make sure you cut everything to about the same size for even roasting. Don't skip the celery leaves: they may seem delicate, but they pack a lot of flavor.

The complex flavor of this stew will have 'em thinking you've been simmering for hours. Adding the kale leaves at the very end ensures they keep their structure.

Chefs are big fans of sear-roasting; it ensures that the meat achieves a golden crust and a juicy, moist interior. We love the way the sage leaves add a bit of crunch.

Pizza from scratch need not be solely a weekend pursuit. Start the dough in the morning, and let it slowly rise in the fridge over the course of the day. Our no-sauce version brings out the earthiness of chard.

Inspired by dal with raita, this takeout-makeover is naturally nutritious and free of butter.

This meal has all the fun and flavor of traditional spaghetti and meatballs, but without the carbs and high calories.

Halved acorn squashes become built-in dishes for a Moroccan-inspired blend of extra-lean ground beef, bulgur, pine nuts, golden raisins, and cinnamon.

Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this robust, versatile gourd deserves its spot at the table.

Think of pizza as a blank canvas for what's in season, including fruit. Try it with figs and honey this autumn.

The sweet, fibrous flesh of autumn pumpkins just begs to be roasted. Nutritionally speaking, they're hard to beat, topping the list of superfoods with plenty of protein, fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and beta-carotene. Plus, they're low in calories (just 49 per cup), making them the perfect anchor for a hearty pasta dish with anchovies and toasted walnuts.

This recipe uses 8 to 10 cups of greens. Experiment with different varieties of chicory, such as endive, radicchio, and escarole.

Because they're high in soluble fiber, beans are a cholesterol fighter's best friend. We like the black-bean and chickpea combination, but feel free to use your favorites.

This curry is served over brown rice, which is heartier and more flavorful than the conventional white variety.

Butternut squash boosts this recipe with beta-carotene and vitamin C. To cook gratin in advance, prepare through step 2, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Serve this stew over brown rice or with whole-grain bread. You can also replace the pumpkin with squash or young carrots. The tofu, which is added to the stew in the last 5 to 10 minutes, absorbs the spicy flavors of the broth.

Any shaped pasta, such as penne, farfalle, and fusilli, can substitute for the rigatoni.

Packed with antioxidants, this dish is as healthy as it is flavorful. It uses a lightened-up bechamel sauce, so you get the richness without the butter.

This baked riff on ratatouille may look sophisticated, but it's surprisingly simple. Serve it for brunch or at dinner parties -- and save leftovers to eat straight out of the dish by the forkful.

Layer-and-bake dishes offer ways to turn leftovers into something luscious -- and they're ideal mediums for healthful ingredients. In this dish, a little Gruyere cheese provides a decadent texture, while sweet potatoes, leeks, and tangy grated apple make the dish especially moist, so you can use less fat.

Reminiscent of saffron but less expensive, annatto can be found in Latin groceries.

The classic combination of brown sugar and apples pairs well with the strong flavors of Dijon mustard and capers.

This whole roast chicken is flavored with a pomegranate-juice glaze and decorated with thyme and pomegranate seeds.

Sweet potato is the base of this antioxidant-rich vegetarian burger which gets its meaty texture from brown rice and tofu.

A hearty whole grain with an unmistakably buttery flavor, golden-colored kamut berries are an excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Try them in this seasonal vegan recipe.