These 21 *Genius* Canned Tuna Recipes Take Everyone’s Fave Pantry Staple to the Next Level

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Notice how canned tuna is almost always on the top 10 list of everyone’s most valuable pantry staples. Not only is tuna a cheap and convenient source of protein, it’s also SOOOO versatile. Canned tuna is also low in calories and fat and full of nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids. And thanks to TikTok, tinned fish is having a bit of a moment as one of the top food trends of 2023.

You can make everything from tuna sandwiches to tuna melts to tuna risotto and more. And after the icky news about fake sushi, you may even want to try your hand at making your own sushi stacks and sushi burgers at home too. Here are our favorite canned tuna recipes that are so tasty, they’ll make you look at the humble can or jar of tuna with new respect.

Harissa-Spiced Tomato, Kalamata Olive, and Tuna Pasta

If you haven't tried pairing canned tuna with your favorite pasta dish, you're seriously missing out. We love this Fishwife recipe that leverages their smoked albacore tuna and a delicious array of Italian ingredients.

Sriracha Tuna Salad Wraps

When you’re wracking your brain for what to do with canned tuna that will travel well to the office for lunch, don’t overlook the humble wrap. The Sriracha mayo is the star of this show — it really takes tuna salad to the next level. (via Chelsea’s Messy Apron)

Tuna Stuffed Avocados

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For a light and satisfying lunch, try remixing this vegan chickpea "tuna" salad recipe with your go-to canned tuna. This dish also makes a for perfect appetizer or side dish as you can stuff the avocados with a variety of fillings to delight your guests. (via Live Eat Learn)

Tuna “Sushi” Stacks

This isn’t really sushi, since the tuna isn’t raw, but it definitely curbs the sushi craving. Pro Tip: Tuna packed in pure olive oil holds the stack together well and gives everything a rich, fresh fish flavor. (via Chelsea’s Messy Apron)

Spicy Tuna Fishcake With Cucumber Salad

This Thai take on the tuna fishcake packs a spicy punch. Big flavors of lemon grass, ginger and chili go — POW! — right in the taste buds. (via Krumpli)

Avocado Tuna Bagel Melts

Wondering whatever happened to the open-faced bagel sammie? It’s still around, and looking yummier than ever thanks to this simple canned tuna recipe. Let’s be real — sometimes, you just NEED cheesy, carby, comfort foods right now. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Spicy Tuna Roll

If you have rice, nori sheets, canned tuna and mayo, you’ve got the fixin’s for spicy tuna sushi rolls. This is the recipe to have on hand during nighttime Netflix binges when the *hangries* come calling. (via Pickled Plum)

Albacore Buddha Bowls

This big bowl full of yum calls for leftovers you probably have in your fridge and pantry. The lemon vinaigrette ties everything together with a real zing. (via The View From Great Island)

Asian Tuna Melt Nachos

An Asian take on nachos? Believe it! Nutty sesame oil in this tuna salad pairs AH-MAZINGLY well with cheesy, crunchy homemade corn tortillas. (via Healthy Nibbles & Bits)

Fried Tuna Po’Boy

This Cajun take on a tuna sammy is absolute genius. There’s nothing like fried seafood on a hoagie with a drizzle of remoulade to fill your belly in the most satisfying way. (via Eatin’ on the Cheap)

Tuna Sesame Patties

These Asian-inspired tuna patties come together quickly in the food processor. Coated with nutty sesame seeds and pan-fried to crisp perfection, they are SERIOUSLY tasty. (via Sugar et al)

These Canned Tuna Recipes Are So Easy & Delicious

Sheet Pan Sourdough Tuna Melts

These toasty melts are oozing two kinds of cheese. Baking them on a sheet means you can easily turn a batch out for a crowd at your next gathering. (via Aberdeen’s Kitchen)

Homemade Tuna Noodle Casserole

Get ready to ride the foodie time machine, because this tuna noodle casserole will really take you back. This recipe is adapted for adult tastebuds, so prepare to meet your new fave throwback recipe. (via 2Teaspoons)

Thai Tuna Power Bowl

If you’re into the big cook-up for the week, you can’t go wrong making power bowls for lunch because they keep so well. The Thai peanut dressing is the pièce de résistance, bringing MAJOR umami to your bowl. (via A Cookie Named Desire)

Rice With Spring Onion Pesto and Tuna Meatballs

You’ve never tasted meatballs like this before! Stuffed with pesto rice, they’re so good that your taste buds will be doing the happy dance for sure. (via Sugar et al)

Tuna and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These veggie boats come together quickly and call for just five ingredients that you probably have on hand. This canned tuna recipe is a perfect meal for those nights when you have to work late and come home ravenous. (via The Blond Cook)

Tuna Melt Mini Quiches

These bite-sized tuna quiches look sophisticated, but they’re super easy to make and are so very impressive. They’d be a perfect appetizer for a special-occasion brunch or reception, but your game night gang would also gobble them up. (via The Flavor Bender)

Tuna Melt Stuffed Peppers

This low carb canned tuna recipe will be ready in just under 30 minutes. If you're cooking for one, this is a great dish to meal prep for a week of lunches as well. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Savory Rice and Tuna Fish Cakes With Chipotle Aioli

This chili pepper aioli may be the best thing to ever happen to canned tuna. And the risotto inside fries up so light and puffy — they’re like little pillows of delicious goodness. (via Girl and the Kitchen)

Spicy Chunky Tuna Sandwich

Sometimes you just crave the comfort of a tuna sammy — amiright? This one is destined to become your new fave. That nice crusty roll holds the mandatory tasty mayo SOOOO fabulously. (via Two Purple Figs)

Homemade Tuna Sushi Stacks with Mango Salsa

These sushi stacks are fancy AF, but super-easy to pull off. Everyone at the table will be so impressed.

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If you had to guess the Super Bowl food ideas that Pinterest peeps are pinning most this week, what would you say? Chips and dip, meatballs, sliders, chicken wings, and random clever football-shaped foodsfor sure. What about that actual *recipes* — wouldn't you love to get your hands on those? Well, you're in luck!

Turns out, tater tots in all shapes, forms, and flavors are driving everyone pin-happy, and that's not all. Keep scrolling for the actual recipes that Pinners across the globe will be making — and eating — this coming game day.

You'll want to add these Super Bowl recipes to your inspo boards ASAP!

What are the most popular Super Bowl foods?

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  1. Chicken Wings. They're super easy to snack on during the big game festivities and can be made in tons of flavors.
  2. Buffalo Chicken Dip. Our mouths are watering just thinking about the delicious buffalo flavors we’ll devour.
  3. Spinach Artichoke Dip. Hey, at least there’s some veggies in there.
  4. Pizza. This one obviously speaks for itself.
  5. 7-Layer Dip. It’s like the perfect deconstruction of our favorite taco recipe.

What is good food for a Super Bowl party?

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The best food for a Super Bowl party is a dish that’s easy to snack on. We recommend setting out finger foods to enjoy throughout the day, in between refreshing drinks and cheering on your team!

What is the most popular Super Bowl snack?

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Chicken wings are the most popular Super Bowl snack, likely due to how easy they are to prep and eat! They've always been a tailgate staple, so it makes sense that wings are around for the big game.

What can I cook for the Super Bowl?

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Look no further than these stellar recipes for Super Bowl Sunday. We’ve included something that everyone can enjoy, from delectable chicken wings to ultra-cheesy nachos. Plus, you’ll want to prep something sweet to end the day!

Lemongrass & Sriracha Chicken Kebabs

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Add some kick to your Super Bowl Sunday with a few of these spicy chicken kebabs! They're marinated in a delicious Sriracha lime sauce *and* there's even a sweet chili lime sauce for all your dipping needs. (via Brit + Co)

Smoked Salmon Poke Bites

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We could eat poke every day, but you can give it a Super Bowl upgrade by turning it into a tasty finger food. Salmon, avocado, and red onions work together seamlessly. Even the kids are going to love these bites! (via Sarah Anderson for Brit + Co)

Mini Baked Potatoes

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As far as we're concerned, baked potatoes are a football game staple, no matter which game we're watching. And the fact that these babies are bite-sized just makes them easier (and cuter) than ever. (via Brit + Co)

Chicken, Pesto, & Sun-Dried Tomato Egg “Pizza"

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Not only are these pizzas the perfect finger food, but they're also healthier than your average pie. You can have your pals come over early to customize them before the game starts! (viaBrit + Co)

No-Bake Baileys Bonbons

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No-bake desserts are basically your Super Bowl BFF, because with all the other cooking you're doing, who has time for a super fancy dessert?! All you need is butter, heavy cream, Baileys, dark chocolate chips, and sprinkles. Voilà! (via Brit + Co)

Bacon-Wrapped Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños

Sally's Baking Addiction

Our mouths are watering just looking at these bad boys. Cheese, garlic, and paprika make these stuffed peppers extra flavorful, and the fact that they take under an hour is just the cherry on top. Quick Super Bowl food ideas FTW! (via Sally's Baking Addiction for Brit + Co)

Cheesy Keto Tots

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This appetizer takes everyone's fave tater tots to a whole new level. This cauliflower rice version is so easy to make, and your guests will go absolutely nuts over them. Don't worry though, you can definitely still dunk them in ketchup. (via Brit + Co)

Sweet + Spicy Coca-Cola Chicken Wings

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If there's anything more crowd-pleasing on game day than a giant platter of piping hot, crispy chicken wings, we haven't seen it yet. This barbecue sauce in this Super Bowl food idea is sweet and spicy, thanks to the secret ingredient: cola. (via Always Order Dessert)

Super-Easy Bacon Cheddar Football Cheese Ball

Peas and Crayons

When it comes to game-day snackage, you can't go wrong with something cheesy. This football-shaped cheese ball is so adorable it serves as both food and table decor. And with bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar, everyone's going to love it.(via Peas and Crayons)

Loaded Tater Tot Skewers

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Tater tot skewers are one of the biggest Super Bowl food trends on Pinterest — and with good reason. They're crispy and crunchy delicious and *so* easy to eat while mingling with friends and cheering on your team. (via Made With Happy)

Buffalo Chicken Dip Sliders

Half Baked Harvest

Nothing screams 'Super Bowl' quite like sliders do. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Quinoa & Turkey Stuffed Mini Peppers

The Girl on Bloor

These bite-sized beauties are shockingly healthy, thanks to the whole grain quinoa and lean turkey. Yum! (via The Girl on Bloor)

Rainbow Veggie Dippers

Always Order Dessert

Sure, you could just lay out a tray of crudite and bowl of dipping sauce, but these single-serving shot glasses really class up your Super Bowl food act. Better make a bunch, because they'll disappear as quickly as you can bring them out. (via Always Order Dessert)

Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Life Tastes Good

These spicy bites are meatless and dairy-free, but so full of buffalo-spice flavor. Prepare for the onslaught, because everyone will want the recipe. Don't forget the vegan ranch! (via Life Tastes Good)

Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Garlic Bread

Crunchy Creamy Sweet

Who doesn't love cheesy garlic bread?! It may be better to place a tray at each end of the table, to avoid a buffet line traffic jam when the fam stampedes. No matter who's pulling for which team, everyone will be united over this tasty Super Bowl dish. (via Crunchy Creamy Sweet)

Sweet Potato Tots

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From breakfast to snack time, everyone's digging the tater tots trend, and it's a miracle that they fit the bill for Super Bowl food ideas. These are extra healthy, thanks to the sweet potatoes, and there's SOOO much cheesy goodness in every bite. (via Sweet As Honey)

Baked Parmesan Hash Brown Cups

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These hash browns could not be easier to make. The recipe calls for grating your own potatoes, but you could just as easily use a bag of your fave go-to frozen grated ones. Thanks to all the Parmesan cheese and Panko bread crumbs, they're guaranteed to be a crispy and crunchy delight. (via Averie Cooks)

French Onion Dip

Completely Delicious

This flavorful dip only calls for several simple ingredients, so you can get a dippable snack on the table quick. (via Completely Delicious)

Salt & Vinegar Zucchini Chips

Sugar-Free Mom

Prep these chips the night before, and spend the day watching the game with your family and friends. The recipe calls for a food dehydrator, but you can make them in a traditional oven or toaster oven and they'll be equally delicious — and healthy. (via Sugar-Free Mom)

Chicken Fajita Queso Dip

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This Super Bowl recipe starts with traditional queso, then takes it up a notch with chicken and fajita seasonings. Pro tip: you can jump-start yours using a store-bought rotisserie chicken and no one will be the wiser. (via Inside BruCrew Life)

Pizza Roll-Ups

Damn Delicious

These easy pizza-inspired appetizers call for just five ingredients. It's best to double up on Super Bowl food ideas as tasty as this one, because when the scent of fresh-baked pepperoni roll-ups hits the TV room, everyone's going to want one (or a few, TBH). (via Damn Delicious)

Carolina-Style BBQ Jackfruit Sliders with Avocado-Apple Slaw

Carrots and Flowers

Another jackfruit miracle, these vegan sliders are full of mustardy-spicy goodness. They're so lip-smacking, finger-licking good, even the carnivores in the house will gobble them up. (via Carrots and Flowers)

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

Gimme Some Oven

Nothing beats a slow cooker recipe when you're feeding a crowd. Especially when it's buffalo chicken! This Super Bowl recipe will free you from spending time in the kitchen when you'd rather be watching for flags on the play. (via Gimme Some Oven)

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Footballs

Life, Love and Sugar

Nothing's better than cookie dough bites — unless it's cookie dough bites shaped like little footballs! These are seriously yummy and they travel well in the cooler, making them the perfect Super Bowl food to bring to a tailgate. (via Life, Love and Sugar)

Orange Chicken Meatballs

Bakers Royale

Instead of ordering Chinese takeout on game day, make these simple orange chicken meatballs. They're the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy that will keep your taste buds engaged throughout the whole game. (via Bakers Royale)

Memphis Honey Gold Wings

Pink Owl Kitchen

Just look at that sauce. Serve with plenty of ranch and celery sticks to complete this classic platter. (via Pink Owl Kitchen)

Individual 7-Layer Dips

Evolving Table

Our favorite thing about these single-serve dips is that every bite has all the different flavors in it. Make every Super Bowl watch party guest feel extra special by presenting them with their very own seven-layer dip! Just make sure to provide plenty of tortilla chips for dunking. (via Evolving Table)

Waffled Pizza Fries

Real Food by Dad

The best part about the Super Bowl is that you can finally make the snacks you've only ever let yourself dream about. Case in point are these waffled pizza fries, equal parts crispy, gooey, and oozing with flavor. (via Real Food by Dad)

Mini Chicken Tostadas

Pinch and Swirl

Imagine the most perfect bite of nachos. Each of these mini chicken tostadas reaches the ideal balance of flavors and textures so you never get a bite that you don't like! With beans, cheese, and avocado, everyone will be coming back for more of this Super Bowl food. (via Pinch and Swirl)

Crispy Buffalo Brussels Sprouts

Yes to Yolks

Forget tortilla chips — Brussels sprouts can get just as crispy and satisfying! Top them with buffalo sauce, crumbled blue cheese, and plenty of parsley for a healthy snack your guests won't soon forget. This is one of our fave Super Bowl food ideas that packs a healthy(ish) punch. (via Yes to Yolks)

Mini Taco Bowls

Bakers Royale

Crispy, cheesy, and creamy, these taco bowls will be a hit at every Super Bowl function from here on out. They're particularly delish when you can pop a couple alongside a cold sip of beer. They're small enough that you can have one now and one later. (via Bakers Royale)

Chicken Skewer Nachos

Real Food by Dad

It can be hard to find indulgent low-carb party recipes, but this Super Bowl food certainly fits the bill. Chips are swapped with chicken skewers for a snack that's high-protein, fun, and most importantly, delicious. (via Real Food by Dad)

Bang Bang Shrimp

Takes Two Eggs

This saucy shrimp will quickly become a team fave since it's equal parts sweet and spicy. (via Takes Two Eggs)

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Justina Huddleston, Chloe Williams, and Meredith Holser.

2024 was the year movies reached their sweet spot again, but I didn't always have a taste for the usual rom-coms and action-packed films I'm known to watch. I wanted to see romantasy and gothic features that held hidden messages in their plots. Specifically, I yearned for a vampire tale that made me question life after devouring Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma — and I found it in Robert Eggers' Nosferatu.

Starring Bill Skarsgård, Lily Rose-Depp, Nicholas Hoult, William Dafoe, and Aaron-Tayor Johnson, it's one of the most terrifying and enchanting vampiric films I've seen in a long time. And yet, I have so many questions about it.

P.S. This DEFINITELY contains spoilers.

Scroll to see the 10 burning questions I have after watching Nosferatu!

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1. What did all those lilacs mean?

One of the first things I noticed in Nosferatu are the obvious and subtle nods to lilac flowers. They're first seen in bouquet form when Thomas Hutter (Nicholas Hoult) happily brings them to his wife Ellen Hutter (Lily Rose-Depp). However, she's not happy about the gift, claiming they'll die. Her reaction and statement kept gnawing at me long after Count Orlok (Bill Skarsgård) smells a piece of hair in the locket she gave to Thomas.

Apparently, lilacs are a symbol of life — but also death — in literature. Walt Whitman best exemplified this through his poem When Lilacs Last In Door Yard Bloom'd, intrinsically linking the sweet smell of lilacs to the passing of Abraham Lincoln. So when Ellen freaked out about the bouquet being a "waste," was that just another reminder of the death and decay from her dream? Another reminder of her oath to Orlok? Is Ellen just a "picked" flower herself, bound to the vase that is her promise to Orlok?

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2. Did Thomas Hutter sense something odd while in Herr Knock's office?

My favorite part about movies is watching characters' faces during conversations. Although it's not implied Thomas Hutter has otherworldly abilities, I wondered if felt something was wrong with Herr Knock's enthusiasm about securing property for Count Orlok.

Nicholas Hoult did a great job of showing subtle signs of confusion, apprehension and fear during the film so this stood out while he was in Herr Knock's office.

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3. Could Ellen see Count Orlok waiting for Thomas before he left?

This seems like a silly question if you've watched Nosferatu, but the film didn't explicitly say whether Ellen could see him or not. Based on her fear about Thomas leaving to secure a stable financial future for them, I think it's possible Ellen had a deeper connection to Orlok than we originally thought.

Also, her dreams and nightmares seemed to get worse once Thomas left, indicating Orlok knew he could torment her even further since she was no longer under the watchful eye of her husband.

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4. Did Thomas pass out after that Romanian vampire ritual?

As a viewer, it was clear the Romanians were staunchly against vampires, given how they were vehemently against his visit to Orlok immediately. Then, that night, Thomas happened upon some kind of ritual (or execution) of a vampire after exhuming it from a grave — only for Thomas to quickly wake up in his bed as if it was nothing more than a bad dream. Was it real, or just some kind of illusion? The mud on his boots say a lot to me, TBH.

But why would the Romanians not want him to believe it was real? Weren't they trying to prove to him how dangerous vampires (and Orlok) are? My guess is Orlok had something to do with the confusion.

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4. What was Ellen gifted with?

I love the Insidious franchise, so I've become familiar with the concept of astral projecting in films. I didn't expect to see something similar in Nosferatu though. It became clear that Ellen is gifted, but I wonder how many abilities she has for a few reasons.

  1. Ellen explained to Professor Von Franz that she's always had the ability to 'know' things before they happen (i.e. her mother's death), indicating some type of psychic powers.
  2. Her prayers for comfort by any celestial being during her time of loneliness were answered by something demonic — Orlok (AKA Nosferatu).
  3. She always went into a trance at the same time of night — and even demonstrated an ability to speak on behalf of Orlok at one point.
Eventually, Professor Von Franz says he believes she would've been regarded as a high priestess if they lived during different times. In modern language, does that make her simply a witch, or something greater? Was she astral projecting when she was in the "trance state"? Where do Orlok's powers stop and hers begin?

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5. Did Friedrich and Anna Harding's perspectives represent society's ability to ignore what can't be explained?

Let's have a moment of silence for Friedrich and Anna Harding. They were the unsuspecting friends of the Hutters who met their untimely (read: unfair) demise towards the end of Nosferatu. I didn't get the feeling they were bad people, but it seems like they were content living in a safe bubble where unexplained things were acts of God — or even nonexistent — in their eyes.

Does this mean they were supposed to represent society's ability to do the same whenever traumatic things occur? Whenever something challenges the safety of societal constructs that are have in place? And did their deaths portray the consequences of turning a blind eye to the world around you? I hate what happened to them, but Ellen really did try to warn everyone...

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7. What did Professor Von Franz and Ellen's cats symbolize?

Cats were another element that stood out in Nosferatu. We first saw Ellen's cat Greta before Thomas Hutter received his grisly job assignment, and then later see a few living with Professor Von Franz. Though he was dubbed 'eccentric,' we later realize he's more aware of what's happening in Wisburg than 'regular' people as he's able to understand what's afflicting Ellen.

His immediate notice of Greta while evaluating Ellen made me wonder if the cats in Nosferatu were meant to symbolize familiars or protectors against evil. According to PBS, Medieval Europeans weren't too fond of cats, reporting that cats were often associated with the Devil and witches. The Guardianeven reported that while keeping domestic pets was on the rise in 19th century Europe (AKA the setting of Nosferatu), cats still weren't as liked — and often mainly seen as a means of hunting mice. They wrote, "As a result, cats weren’t as well-fed as other pets and developed a reputation for being sly and calculating."

With all that in mind, does the cat symbolize Ellen's gentle nature, seeking to comfort the less comforted? Does it symbolize her borderline witchy nature? And what do Professor Von Franz's many, many cats mean? (Seriously, someone please tell me what it means!)

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8. Did a part of Ellen welcome Orlok's demonic presence?

This is one of the more controversial questions I have because of something Professor Von Franz told Ellen before the end of Nosferatu. He told her that we sometimes have to embrace the darkness within in order to stop external forces which leads me to wonder if that's what Ellen did.

I'm not implying that she liked or loved Orlok by any means because he's truly a demonic parasite. However, what if she decided to make peace with the shadow part of her soul in order to fulfill her destiny of saving others?

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9. Did Ellen know she'd have to sacrifice herself?

Even though Ellen embraced the parts of herself she felt shamed by for a greater purpose, I've been thinking about the dark wedding dream she recounted to Thomas. She said she saw herself willingly marrying death and never felt happier despite how much death surrounded them.

Seeing that Orlok brought the plague to Wisburg that quickly started consuming the town, did Ellen know her fate would always lie with accepting whatever involved him?

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10. Did Nosferatu shed light on the 1800s purity culture?

Lastly, did Nosferatu represent impurity and sexuality for women during the 1800s? Given that women are still held to a higher sexual standard, I can imagine the 1800s were a hot bed of making sure women were as pure as possible to be considered worthy brides and mothers.

Still, did Nosferatu imply that Anna was supposed to be a pillar of 'perfection' in this sense while Ellen's 'shame' and tormented soul called into question how pure she was? After all, she relayed how upset her father was to find her unclothed in the garden when she recounted how she "met" Orlok to begin with. Is this all really just a metaphor for the suffocating shame women face when considered "impure"?

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Every January, I commit to a Whole30 month and throughout the year follow the low-carb program for a week or even a day. This year, 2025, I'm going to try to adhere to a low-carb diet all year long. My body just doesn't react well to carbs and it's generally a healthier way to live. I recently tried True Story's Whole30 Approved Bundle, which has been a great starter kit to get back in the swing of a low-carb routine, especially at lunchtime when I don't have time to cook from scratch.

Now there are tons of Whole30 recipes that you can enjoy without breaking the rules. The creativity of these dinner recipes make you feel like you're not giving up on dairy, grains, sweets or fun, but instead are venturing into a style of cooking that's healthy and *delicious.* Enjoy the adventure and experiment with these versatile mains that you can add to your monthly cooking routine.

Easy Paleo Chili Recipe

Make this easy Whole30-compliant dish that's full of healthy veggies (no beans!) and so simple to make. (via The Endless Meal)

Meatballs Without Breadcrumbs

For an easy dinner, try these meatballs without breadcrumbs made from ground beef or pork. Just add a veggie and your favorite sauce! (via Where Is My Spoon)

Sweet Potato Toasts

Sweet potatoes are low in calorie and high in fiber and a good swap for your toasty cravings. There are endless topping combos to turn them into a delicious and savory meal. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Sheet Pan Chicken And Asparagus

This Sheet Pan Chicken and Asparagus recipe is Whole30 approved and ready in less than 30 minutes! (via The Girl On Bloor)

Creamy Chicken Mushroom

Serve over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash, this Creamy Chicken Mushroom recipe is made with garlic chicken thighs and a delicious mushroom sauce that's made creamy with healthy cashew butter. (via The Endless Meal)

Chicken Artichoke

This chicken smothered in a creamy spinach and artichoke cream sauce is Whole30-compliant and so delicious! (via Clean Cuisine)

Whole30 Chicken Zoodle Soup

Whole30 Chicken Zoodle Soup

If you’re looking for a soul-soothing dish that’s still diet-friendly, you’ve come to the right recipe. (via Brit + Co)

Whole30 Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Hearty comfort food isn’t always compliant with the latest food trends, but this loaded baked potato soup just happens to be Whole30 approved. (via Brit + Co)

Whole30 Animal Style Burgers

Whole30 Animal Style Burgers

Crunchy lettuce leaves replace traditional buns to make burgers that are Whole30 compliant. You’ll be able to stop your drive-thru dreams after just one bite. (via Brit + Co)

Chicken, Pesto, and Sun-Dried Tomato Egg Pizza

Instead of a wheat crust, this pizza is made on a high-protein egg base. A creamy pesto made with pine nuts and cashews will make you forget all about cheese. (via The Whole Smith’s Good Food Cookbook, photo via Michelle Smith)

Whole 30 Salmon Avocado Salad

The most unexpected bite in this salmon salad comes not from creamy avocado, but rather from bright bursts of tangy grapefruit that liven up the entire dish. (via The Whole Smith’s Good Food Cookbook, photo via Michelle Smith)

Whole30 Broccoli Chicken Twice Baked Potatoes

Thank goodness white potatoes aren’t off-limits with Whole30. Turn them into an entire, satisfying meal by stuffing them with broccoli, chicken, fresh herbs, and spices. (via The Whole Smith’s Good Food Cookbook, photo via Michelle Smith)

Whole30 Chicken, Lime, and Avocado Soup

Don’t forget the avocado. It adds a cooling, creamy effect to your bowl. (via The Whole30 Slow Cooker, photo via Ghazalle Badiozamani)

Whole30 Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore

This Whole30-compliant chicken cacciatore is comfort food at its best, made by swapping zucchini noodles for pasta. (via The Whole30 Slow Cooker, photo via Ghazalle Badiozamani)

Whole30 Instant Pot Chinese Sesame Chicken

Make this sesame chicken at home in your Instant Pot so you don’t give in to your take-out cravings. (via The Whole30 Slow Cooker, photo via Ghazalle Badiozamani)

Taco Salad Bowl + Sautéed Plantains

Dig into this hearty salad served with sautéed plantains and a homemade Whole30-compliant taco seasoning for a totally satisfying dinner. (via The Real Food Dieticians)

Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Egg Boat

Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Egg Boat

Roasted sweet potatoes, eggs, and the toppings of your choice (bacon and avocado, for example) create a hearty base for your day. (via Brit + Co)

Hashbrown Egg Cups

Sometimes nothing hits the spot like a cozy hashbrown egg cup. Opt for only shredded sweet potatoes in this dish to keep it compliant. (via Siriously Deliciousby Siri Daly / Time Inc., Books)

Sheet-Pan Shrimp Fajitas

Tangy, spicy sheet-pan shrimp fajitas can be wrapped in lettuce taco “shells.” (via Brit + Co)

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

This Greek-inspired whole chicken cooks fast and tasty in an air fryer. Add roasted potatoes for a complete meal! (via Vikalinka)

Green Egg Shakshuka

If you’re not famished after work, treat yourself to a pan of mixed greens topped with baked eggs. (via Brit + Co)

Spring Chicken Salad

Chicken, potatoes, and greens are always a choice grouping. Here, the addition of a pesto dressing transforms them into a vibrantly flavored dish. Use snap peas instead of English peas to keep things Whole30-compliant. (via Brit + Co)

Whole30 Shepherd’s Pie

Topped with a creamy cauliflower-potato mash, Whole30 shepherd’s pie is just one way to satisfy your comfort food cravings. (via Brit + Co)

Halibut en Papillote

Made with halibut, shiitake mushrooms, and a touch of sesame oil, this homemade fish dish is oh-so-memorable. Serve it with cauli rice to help soak up the extra sauce. (via The Clean Plate: Eat, Reset, Heal by Gwyneth Paltrow)

Instant Pot Salmon Dinner

Instant Pot Salmon Dinner

Sweet potatoes, broccoli, and orange-covered salmon cook up all at once in an Instant Pot within minutes so hanger doesn’t have time to strike. (via Brit + Co)

Keto Vegan Alfredo Zoodles

We think Whole30 will forgive us since alfredo sauce isn’t something people tend to binge on. Top it with shrimp or chicken for extra oomph. (via Brit + Co)

Whole30 Mashed Potatoes With Mushroom Gravy

Make a big batch of this and serve it alongside a steak. (via Brit + Co)

Sweet Potato Egg Boat

Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Egg Boat

Don’t knock it till you try it. Egg, bacon, avo, and sweet potatoes surprisingly go very well together. (via Brit + Co)

Paleo Dressing

This bowl combines roasted root vegetables and sausage for an earthy, filling combo. Serve it with some cauliflower rice for a complete meal. (via Brit + Co)

Whole30 Chicken Salad

This easy grilled chicken salad, ideal for the nights when you want to quickly throw something together, happens to be Pinterest’s top recipe. (via Brit + Co)

As you already know if you've made it this far, getting through a month of healthy meals is all about the meal plan! We hope you've found some inspiration for easy, flavorful, colorful, and tasty meals that we imagine might land in your regular meal rotation beyond your Whole30 month? Find more inspiration in our weekly newsletter or enjoy a free month of our on-demand baking and cooking classes.

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Ariana Grande & Ethan Slater are still going strong after taking their relationship Instagram official. The couple met while filming Wicked, and in honor of Ariana Grande's Oscar nomination for her role as Glinda, Ethan Slater made a rare Instagram post celebrating his girlfriend — and Glinda would totally approve.

Keep reading to see Ethan Slater's Instagram post for Ariana Grande's Wicked Oscar nomination below.

Ethan Slater's sweet tribute features lots of pink.

Ethan Slater's Instagram tribute features Ariana Grande looking out on a rainy window while wearing an oversized white sweater, a bun, and no shoes. And best of all, she's holding some bubblegum pink balloons that are just screaming Glinda.

This couple keeps things pretty private, so I was shocked to see this post! I was, however, less shocked to hear Ariana Grande can't stop crying over her nomination.

The actress posted an image carousel, starting with a childhood photo where she's dressed as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. "picking my head up in between sobs to say thank you so much to @theacademy for this unfathomable recognition. i cannot stop crying, to no one’s surprise," she says. "i’m humbled and deeply honored to be in such brilliant company and sharing this with tiny ari who sat and studied Judy Garland singing Somewhere Over the Rainbow just before the big, beautiful bubble entered. i’m so proud of you, tiny."

She also thanked director Jon Chu (which makes his Best Director snub a little more bearable). "thank you @jonmchu for taking this chance on me and for being the most unbelievably brilliant leader, human being, and most fierce friend," she continues. "i am so deeply proud of my beautiful Wicked family. i am so proud of my Elphie, my sister, my dear @cynthiaerivo. your brilliance is never ending and you deserve every flower (tulip) in every garden. i love you unconditionally, always."

Congrats to all the 2025 Oscar nominees! Check out why This Insane Wicked: Part Two Theory Changes Everything.

Eating healthy does not have to be boring. Nowadays, there are plenty of options to help you stay on track – and these 15 superfood recipes are our absolute faves! Incorporating superfoods into your diet means you’ll get more antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, healthy fats, and protein on a daily basis, which ultimately can support a balanced, healthy lifestyle. A lot of superfoods are even known to improve your immunity, heart health, andgut health score!

Scroll on for 15 superfood recipes that are nourishing, easy to make, and super satisfying.

What are superfoods?

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According to Cleveland Clinic, superfoods are a type of “super-charged, super-healthy foods,” especially ones that are typically nutrient-dense while boasting a low calorie count.

Generally, superfoods support heart health, a strong immune system, reduced inflammation, lower cholesterol levels, and can even help with cancer prevention.

Avocado, berries, beets, dark leafy greens, garlic, ginger, legumes, lentils, salmon, and yogurt are just a few of the most common superfoods.

What is the healthiest superfood?

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The “healthiest” superfood might depend on what you consider healthy. For someone that prioritizes protein, salmon might be the healthiest superfood for them. Meanwhile, someone that’s aiming to eat more fiber might think dark leafy greens are the healthiest option for them.

How can I eat more superfoods?

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You can eat more superfoods by incorporating them into easy superfood recipes like the ones we’ve listed below! Superfood recipes don’t have to be obviously healthy, and these delicious dishes prove it.

The Best Superfood Recipes For Healthy Eating In 2025

Half Baked Harvest

Kale Caesar Salad with Sweet Potatoes & Crispy Chickpeas

Dark, leafy greens like kale are a great superfood for getting in lotsa vitamins and fiber. Try out this bulked-up Caesar salad prepped with lemony parmesan tahini dressing. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Vikalinka

Creamy Orzo Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash

This orzo-based dish makes a perfect comfort meal that's still very healthy for you. Spinach and sweet potato add some great nutrients, plus you could make the dish more filling by adding a protein source of your choice! (via Vikalinka)

The Real Food Dietitians

Sheet Pan Veggie Shawarma with Lemon Tahini Dressing

Veggies on veggies! This sheet pan meal is loaded with a zesty Mediterranean flavor that'll keep you coming back for more. And more. (via The Real Food Dietitians)

The Girl on Bloor

Easy BBQ Salmon with Avocado Salsa

Salmon is a known superfood that delivers beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Since it can be less than appealing on its own, spice it up with some of this delish homemade avocado salsa! (via The Girl on Bloor)

The First Mess

Spiced Chickpeas & Rice with Roasted Crispy Cabbage and Sweet Mustard Dressing

Legumes like chickpeas are another nutritious superfood to keep stocked in your kitchen. This "pilaf-like" recipe will encourage your love for chickpeas even more. (via The First Mess)

Earthly Provisions

Vegan Creamy Tuscan Butter Beans

Just a single skillet and 15 minutes are all you need to craft this creamy vegan dinner recipe. The garlic, spinach, and hummus make it totally superfood-worthy, though you wouldn't initially guess it was packed with healthy stuff. (via Earthly Provisions)

Crowded Kitchen

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Pomegranate & Candied Pecans

Fruit and veg together can be really yummy. The proof is in this ahh-mazing shaved Brussels sprouts salad! (via Crowded Kitchen)

No Eggs or Ham

Lemongrass Cauli-Rice Bowl with Sweet Ginger Mushrooms

Dense in nutrients, mushrooms are a superfood must-have. Combine 'em with anti-inflammatory ginger, and your body's gonna feel so nourished! (via No Eggs or Ham)

The Original Dish

Roasted Broccolini with Calabrian Chile Vinaigrette

A good rule of thumb for healthy eating is getting lots of greens in. Start with this addictive AF broccolini-based side dish that's delicious dressed with a spicy vinaigrette. (via The Original Dish)

Gastroplant

Easy Lentil & Sweet Potato Chili

Healthy, legume-loaded chili? We're here for it. (via Gastroplant)

Veggie Society

Korean Glass Noodle Stir Fry

This healthy stir fry beats takeout any day of the week, plus, it's not at all labor-intensive to make. (via Veggie Society)

Kathryn's Kitchen

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

This dip's made with 2 bags of fresh spinach to give you all that great, green goodness. This recipe is perfect for snacky. meal preppers or if you have a potluck party to attend. (via Kathryn's Kitchen)

Vanilla and Bean

Avocado Toast with Roasted Asparagus

Avocados are a superfood known to be heart-healthy, gut-healthy, and rich in healthy fats. Sounds like an everyday avo toast is in store! (via Vanilla and Bean)

Completely Delicious

Asian-Glazed Sheet-Pan Salmon & Broccoli

Chef up some salmon in any way you like, but this Asian-inspired recipe is absolutely the best route to go. (via Completely Delicious)

Whole and Heavenly Oven

Instant Pot Butter Chickpeas

You need to check out these chickpeas. Packed with Indian spices, yogurt, garlic, and ginger, you're gonna fall in love with this Instant Pot beauty. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)

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