7 Easy Lunch Recipes to Soothe Psoriasis

Are there any special foods that can make your psoriasis disappear? Sadly, no. But here’s the thing: While there is no specific diet for psoriatic disease, certain ingredients and eating styles may help you feel better by keeping psoriasis symptoms in check and improving your overall health.
A few things to keep in mind:
The seven tasty lunch recipes below — filled with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, and created exclusively for Everyday Health — can help you calm the inflammation of psoriasis (and psoriatic arthritis too).
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6 Easy Snacks for Your Anti-Psoriasis Diet

Curried Pumpkin Soup
Nothing combines the flavors and feelings of autumn quite like pumpkin soup. Here, the rich flavor of curry brings this soup to life while lending the anti-inflammatory benefits of the spices it contains (namely turmeric, as Johns Hopkins Medicine notes). A touch of black pepper is added to increase your body’s ability to absorb the curcumin from the turmeric, as described in the results of a past study. Low-sodium broth makes this recipe healthier for your ticker.
PREP TIME
15 minCOOK TIME
25 minTOTAL TIME
40 minIngredients
Directions
Place a large stockpot over medium heat. Add olive oil and onion and sauté until onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and apple to stockpot. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until ingredients are soft, about 5 to 10 more minutes.
Add pumpkin and broth and bring mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and continue to simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove pot from heat. Blend using an immersion blender or cool slightly and use a countertop blender.
Return to stove and season with curry powder, nutmeg, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir in milk, if using, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size1⅔ cup
calories
165total fat
5gsaturated fat
0.8gprotein
3gcarbohydrates
31gfiber
4gsugar
17gadded sugar
1gsodium
369mgTAGS:
Gluten-free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Side DishRate recipe
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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus Tacos
These delicious tacos come together quickly with all the convenience of a sheet pan dinner. As a bonus, you’re getting a good dose of omega-3 fats from the salmon, plus fiber, vitamin C, and folate from the asparagus, notes the USDA. This gourmet dish is actually so simple that it’s sure to become a go-to weeknight favorite!
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
15 minTOTAL TIME
25 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
Place asparagus on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Gently toss to evenly coat and season with salt and pepper. Arrange asparagus on one side of the baking sheet.
Place salmon on the other side of the baking sheet and sprinkle evenly with taco seasoning. Bake until asparagus is tender-crisp and salmon flakes easily, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool. Use a fork to gently flake the fish into large sections.
Warm the tortillas, one at a time, in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, about 1 minute per side.
To assemble tacos, place a tortilla on a clean surface and top with ¼ cup spinach, 2 to 3 spears of asparagus, salmon, hot sauce (if using), yogurt, and onion (if using). Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size2 tacos
calories
463total fat
15gsaturated fat
3.4gprotein
35gcarbohydrates
46gfiber
2.6gsugar
7.8gadded sugar
0gsodium
425mgTAGS:
Fin fish, Wheat, Dairy, High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, Family-Friendly, Quick & Easy, Dinner, MediterraneanRate recipe
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Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Banana, and Oatmeal Smoothie
Unlike most smoothies, this one is as filling as a meal. It has 22 g of protein and almost 10 g of fiber, and you’d never guess it’s vegan! The secret is hemp hearts, the seeds of the hemp plant (technically considered a nut), which, Cleveland Clinic notes, have the most protein of any seeds, plus vitamin E, potassium, and omega-3 fatty acids. When blended, the seeds are a flavorful source of protein, per the USDA.
PREP TIME
5 minTOTAL TIME
5 minIngredients
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
440total fat
20gsaturated fat
3.1gprotein
22gcarbohydrates
48gfiber
9.9gsugar
16.7gadded sugar
0gsodium
160mgTAGS:
Soy, Peanuts, Anti-Inflammatory, Breakfast, Beverage, Cholesterol-Conscious, High-Fiber, Gluten-free, Heart-Healthy, Mediterranean, Quick & Easy, Vegan, VegetarianRate recipe
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Tuna and Avocado Toast
Move over, plain avocado toast! This simple combination is easy enough to put together in any office or home kitchen, but the flavor will not disappoint, nor will the nutrition, for that matter. According to the USDA, avocado is a source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and the whole-grain toast offers healthy carbohydrates and fiber.
PREP TIME
5 minCOOK TIME
3 minTOTAL TIME
8 minIngredients
Directions
Place bread in a toaster oven and toast until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, place avocado, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mash ingredients together with a fork. Evenly divide the avocado mixture between the toast. Top with tuna, onion, and hot sauce, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
354total fat
16gsaturated fat
2.5gprotein
22gcarbohydrates
35gfiber
8.8gsugar
4.8gadded sugar
4gsodium
471mgTAGS:
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Cold Mexican Quinoa Salad
Most people think of quinoa as a side dish, but because of its high protein content — more than 8 grams (g) per cooked cup, according to the USDA — it makes an excellent base for a meat-free entrée, especially when paired with protein- and fiber-packed black beans. The dressing comes together in just a few minutes, but if you’re really crunched for time, simply mixing some olive oil and vinegar will work, too.
PREP TIME
15 minTOTAL TIME
15 minIngredients
Directions
In a bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, corn, onion, and avocado.
In a jar with a lid, add remaining ingredients, cover, and shake well to combine. Pour over quinoa salad and toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size1½ cups
calories
360total fat
14gsaturated fat
2gprotein
12gcarbohydrates
49gfiber
12gsugar
3gadded sugar
0gsodium
210mgTAGS:
Heart-Healthy, Gluten-free, High-Fiber, Lunch, Mediterranean, Quick & Easy, Vegan, VegetarianRate recipe
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Prebiotic-Rich Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
This salad incorporates several prebiotic foods that are especially rich in these types of fiber. Examples include raw onion and garlic, dandelion greens, and sunchokes. Keep in mind that if you’re just starting to increase the amount of fiber in your diet, do so slowly and drink lots of water to help your body adjust to the healthy changes you’re making.
PREP TIME
15 minTOTAL TIME
15 minIngredients
Directions
Evenly divide the salad ingredients between two serving bowls.
In a small covered jar, place all the vinaigrette ingredients (beginning with lemon juice). Cover tightly and shake the dressing, then drizzle it over each salad. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
452total fat
19gsaturated fat
2.8gprotein
16gcarbohydrates
59gfiber
15gsugar
8.9gadded sugar
0gsodium
246mgTAGS:
Wheat, Cholesterol-Conscious, Anti-Inflammatory, Heart-Healthy, Mediterranean, High-Fiber, Lunch, Vegetarian, Vegan, Quick & EasyRate recipe
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Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Portobello mushrooms are surprisingly meaty in flavor and texture, which makes them the perfect meat stand-in for vegetarians and omnivores alike. Eating less meat has been linked to a decreased risk of heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. And the good news is that you can reap benefits from dialing back to even a moderate amount of meat. This dinner is quick and easy — a perfect fit for any weeknight. While the recipe serves two, it can easily be doubled (or even tripled) to fit your needs.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
15 minTOTAL TIME
25 minIngredients
Directions
Gently wash mushroom caps with a damp cloth to remove any visible dirt. Carefully detach and discard the entire stem. Using a spoon, scoop out all the dark gills from the underside of each mushroom.
Lay mushrooms flat on a cutting board (gills side down). Gently score top of each mushroom in a crosshatch pattern or 1-inch squares. Set aside.
Lightly grease the grill and preheat to medium-high heat.
Meanwhile, place a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tsp of olive oil to coat skillet. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add in spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes more. Stir in bread crumbs, oregano, pepper, and Parmesan cheese and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Evenly divide mixture between two mushroom caps. Top each mushroom with 1 tbsp of mozzarella cheese.
Place stuffed mushrooms on preheated grill and cook until softened, about 7 minutes.
Serve with a side of mixed greens. Drizzle greens with remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Pour lemon juice on both greens and mushrooms to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size1 mushroom cap
calories
241total fat
12gsaturated fat
3.4gprotein
11gcarbohydrates
26gfiber
4.8gsugar
5.5gadded sugar
0.5gsodium
356mgTAGS:
Dairy, Wheat, Anti-Inflammatory, Heart-Healthy, Dinner, Lunch, Mediterranean, Quick & Easy, VegetarianRate recipe
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- Psoriasis Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid If You Have Psoriasis. Johns Hopkins Medicine. April 3, 2026.
- Kanda N et al. Nutrition and Psoriasis. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. July 29, 2020.
- Mohamed Haris NH. Metabolic Syndrome Screening and Nutritional Status of Patients With Psoriasis: A Scoping Review. Nutrients. June 10, 2023.
- What We Are Learning About Psoriasis and Heart Disease. National Psoriasis Foundation. January 19, 2022.

Jacquelyn Dosal, MD
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