Ever tempted to eat chocolate for dinner? (We won't judge.) Now you have the perfect excuse: Recent studies have reported the flavanol-rich cocoa in dark chocolate can help fight weight gain and type 2 diabetes, and reduce the long-term risk of atherosclerosis and strokes. Still, we suggest holding on the brownie sundae and trying these guilt-free chocolate-infused dinner recipes instead. Move over, dessert!
The hint of chocolate in this Cincinnati chili from Macheesmo really smooths out the dish's spiciness.
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Give your plain old pasta sauce a cocoa kick with this recipe from Gimme Some Oven. The dark chocolate in the marinara rounds out the tomatoes' acidity, plus It's vegetarian and vegan friendly.
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Grilled cheese just got a serious upgrade thanks to this recipe from Ambitious Kitchen: Decadent dark chocolate melting into a mix of creamy brie is the ultimate sweet and savory experience.
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To make this authentic mole poblano from Pati's Mexican Table, use sweet Mexican chocolate, which has a grainier texture than bittersweet chocolate. Serve the savory sauce over chicken or turkey, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for a tasty touch.
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The powerhouse blackcurrant berry is jam-packed with potassium, which helps to lower high blood pressure, and contains triple the vitamin C in oranges.
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Add a little whimsy to your salad with this cacao-based vinaigrette from Choosing Raw. The heart healthy fats from the flax oil and avocado give this leafy meal some serious substance. For an extra chocolaty crunch, sprinkle a tablespoon of cacao nibs on top.
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This badass barbecue sauce from Eats Well With Others combines the holy trinity of flavor combos: chocolate, beer, and chili powder.
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