Whole30 recipes, Instant Pot dishes and meals featuring buffalo sauce were among the biggest trends in the Top 18 New Recipes of 2018 on WhitneyBond.com.
Each year I enjoy looking back at which new recipes resonated most with readers. The Top 18 New Recipes of 2018 highlights the popular directions from the year: Whole30 meals, Instant Pot favorites, bowls in many forms, and plenty of buffalo sauce dishes. These trends made it easy to create healthy, gluten-free, vegan and low-carb options that are approachable for busy weeknights.
This year I dedicated March to Whole30 with “Whole30 March,” and it was a big hit — eight of the recipes on this list came from that series. I also published a comprehensive roundup: 30 Easy Whole30 Recipes with a Whole30 Shopping List to help readers start and stay on plan.
Instant Pot recipes became a new focus in 2018. From simple, versatile dishes like Instant Pot BBQ Chicken to full meals such as Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff, pressure-cooker recipes made weeknight cooking faster and more convenient. Expect more Instant Pot and pressure-cooker recipes going forward.
Buffalo sauce continues to be a crowd-pleaser. Since introducing Buffalo Chicken Cheesy Penne in 2012, readers have kept asking for more buffalo-flavored meals. Buffalo sauce is often available in Whole30-approved, vegan and gluten-free varieties, making it an easy ingredient to include across diets.
Beyond recipes, I shared personal updates on the blog too — including my Kitchen Remodel Reveal, complete with before and after photos, because the kitchen is where the food happens and inspiration begins.
I’m excited to bring more great recipes in the coming year. Look for more Whole30 ideas, gluten-free and dairy-free meals, Instant Pot favorites, low-carb alternatives, zoodle and buddha bowls, and, of course, more buffalo sauce recipes.
If you’re searching for something specific — vegetarian Instant Pot meals, low-carb slow cooker dishes or other categories — leave a comment and I’ll plan content to help.
Now, without further ado, here are the Top 18 New Recipes of 2018 on WhitneyBond.com:
1. Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
2. Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken
3. Whole30 Turkey Taco Salad
4. Buffalo Chickpea Vegan Buddha Bowls
5. Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Lentils
6. One Pot German Meatballs & Potatoes
7. Whole30 Eggplant Roll Ups
8. Cilantro Lime Shrimp with Spaghetti Squash
9. Whole30 Instant Pot Thai Beef
10. Bruschetta Baked Brie
11. Pork & Sauerkraut Cabbage Rolls
12. Vegan Avocado Smoothie Bowls
13. French Onion Pot Roast
14. Whole30 Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin
15. Whole30 Chipotle Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
16. Instant Pot Pulled Pork Tacos
17. General Tso’s Vegetarian Noodle Stir Fry
18. Balsamic Salmon Zoodle Bowls
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For more yearly roundups, check out the Top 19 New Recipes of 2019 and the Top 20 New Recipes of 2020 on the blog for additional inspiration and seasonal favorites.