25 Healthy Recipes to Kick Off the New Year Right
I don’t like diets, but I do like recipes that are both delicious AND nutritious – it’s the whole premise of my website! These recipes lead with flavor but many are a good source of protein, some are loaded with fiber and/or fresh produce, and they are all satisfying and delicious because in my opinion, that’s an important piece of nutrition that’s often overlooked!
Best Chicken Salad
The best part of this rotisserie chicken salad recipe? The TEXTURE! Instead of big chunks of chicken and celery, everything is processed together into a pate-like texture that is absolutely perfect. It’s perfect scooped up with crackers and fresh vegetables, stuffed into tomatoes, or in between two slices of good bread for a classic sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Best Chicken Salad.
Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad
When you’re in the mood for a salad that’s incredibly delicious, fun to eat, and super nutritious, this garbanzo bean salad is what you’re going to want to make! Made with crunchy and fresh veggies, satisfying garbanzo beans, and a homemade vinaigrette, this salad can be prepped ahead for quick and healthy lunches or served as a side dish to your favorite protein.
Get the Recipe: Garbanzo Bean Salad.
Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese
Grab a sheet pan and some simple ingredients like tomatoes, basil and gooey cheese. You can cook sides like corn on the cob and asparagus alongside your caprese chicken for a complete meal.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese.
Easy Lasagna Soup
If you love the flavors of lasagna but don’t love the prep, try this lasagna soup! It’s comforting and cozy; rich and satisfying; nutritious and easy! It’s the best way to get the flavors of lasagna in a more simplified way. The soup is served over noodles with a dollop of Parmesan ricotta cheese. Perfect for winter months.
Get the Recipe: Lasagna Soup.
Crockpot Salsa Chicken
This easy chicken with salsa in the crockpot makes the best protein base and then can be turned into so many simple dinners or be used for meal prep meals. It’s made with just a handful of ingredients and can be prepped in 2 minutes. Use cooked chicken for tacos, burrito bowls, salads, quesadillas, and more!
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Salsa Chicken.
High-Protein Breakfast Meal Prep
Whether you’re taking breakfast on the go, have minimal time in the morning to pull something together, or just you just want to ensure you’re eating a nourishing meal between meetings in your home office, this high-protein breakfast meal prep is the answer! Each box has 40 grams of protein and almost 20 grams of fiber.
Get the Recipe: High-Protein Breakfast Meal Prep.
Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili
This slow cooker squash chili recipe is exactly what you need to make the next time you find yourself craving something nutritious, delicious, and super filling. It has a delicious sweet and savory flavor and is easily customizable when served with a variety of toppings.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili.
Healthy Yogurt Parfaits
This Greek yogurt parfait is an easy and healthy breakfast, ready in just 5 minutes, made with simple ingredients. These homemade parfaits have nourishing layers of protein-rich Greek yogurt, soaked chia seeds for extra protein and fiber, fresh fruit, some crunchy granola or cereal, and a drizzle of honey if desired. Almost 15 grams of fiber and 30 grams of protein per serving.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Yogurt Parfait.
Easy Udon Noodles
Save your time and money on busy weeknights with these easy udon noodles that taste even better than takeout! Made with snow peas, broccoli, and peppers, this pan-fried noodle dish is loaded with veggies and flavor. Naturally vegetarian, you could add some protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu if desired.
Get the Recipe: Easy Udon Noodles.
Cowboy Caviar
Don’t tell the party guests that this bean dip is secretly super-nutritious – it is bound to be gobbled up based on flavor alone! Made with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, two types of beans, and a tangy dressing, it’s hard to stop eating this dip! Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a scoopable snack that everyone always adores. I also love making a batch for healthy lunches throughout the week.
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar.
White Bean Chili
This nutritious chili is loaded with flavor (lime, cilantro, spices!), a great source of protein and fiber (beans, corn!), and it’s made with simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry (broth, onion, garlic). Serve the vegetarian white chili with a ton of toppings and you’ve got a delicious, nutritious, and cozy meal. Naturally vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian White Bean Chili.
Acai Bowls
This energizing acai bowl is it! Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor, these bowls are a great start to your day. The frozen fruity acai base is topped with plenty of creamy and crunchy toppings for a mix of flavors and textures.
Get the Recipe: Acai Bowls.
Feel-Good Minestrone
You’ll love this healthy soup recipe! Loaded with vegetables (8 different ones to be exact) and beans (3 different types) this minestrone soup simmers away in a rich tomato broth and is both hearty and healthy at the same time. It’s cozy, comforting, delicious, and nutritious on a cold day or chilly night.
Get the Recipe: Minestrone Soup.
5-Minute Breakfast Board for Kids
If you’re looking for new breakfast ideas for kids, we’ve got you covered with this quick, simple, and FUN mini breakfast board. It’s a nutritious and balanced breakfast, super tasty, and comes together in a matter of minutes, making it totally doable for busy weekday mornings.
Get the Recipe: 5-Minute Breakfast Board for Kids.
Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry
This 20-minute stir fry makes a great weeknight dinner. The sweet and savory chunks of chicken taste just as good as the dish from your local Chinese restaurant. Serve it over rice or with stir-fried veggies for a take-out fake-out dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry.
Big Mac Salad
Skip the drive-thru and get the flavor you crave, at home. This recipe has Big Mac-inspired flavor in each bite, but with a lighter and fresher flavor. Serve with fries for a delicious and nutritious main course dinner salad.
Get the Recipe: Big Mac Salad.
Crispy Baked Quesadillas
These baked quesadillas are easy and cheesy with plenty of tender chicken tucked between crispy baked shells. It’s a great way to make quesadillas for a crowd as you no longer need to babysit the stove! The recipe calls for chicken, but you could swap it for cooked ground beef, black beans, or fajita veggies instead if desired.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Baked Quesadillas.
Southwest Salad
The classic southwest salad gets a modern makeover! Greens are topped with spiced chickpeas, tomatoes, grilled chicken, sharp cheddar, guacamole, and tortilla chips so that each bite is full of flavor. You can make a few of the components ahead for an even quicker meal.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Salad.
Ground Turkey Stir Fry
This easy recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and is loaded with protein, veggies, and a flavorful sweet and savory stir-fry sauce that’s made with pantry staples! Ground turkey and broccoli florets cook together and then get major flavor from the sauce. Serve over rice and dinner is ready.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stir Fry.
Shrimp Fajitas
Not only is this meal nutritious and delicious, but it’s also totally easy to make, making it a great option for weeknight dinners. Shrimp is seasoned with a homemade fajita seasoning blend and cooks with bell peppers, onions, and garlic for maximum flavor. Put out a bunch of fresh toppings like lettuce, pico de Gallo, and sour cream and let everyone build their own fajita.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Fajitas.
Black Bean Hummus
Skip the canned chickpeas and make this hummus with black beans instead. It is creamy, delicious, and best of all easy! It’s a wholesome and homemade snack. Serve with plenty of veggies and tortilla chips or pita crackers.
Get the Recipe: Black Bean Hummus.
Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
Let your slow cooker do the work for this hearty and wholesome stew. It’s a satisfying combination of chicken, seasonings, garlic, vegetables, and a tasty and creamy sauce. Enjoy with some crusty bread on the side.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Stew.
Lemon Herb Chicken Patties
Ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs and a blend of herbs with a kiss of lemon, make this chicken patty recipe a keeper. These are easy, delicious and are versatile. You can make them into the star of a sandwich or wrap, or serve them with classic side options like a steamed veggie or creamy mashed potatoes.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Herb Chicken Patties.
Chicken Egg Roll In a Bowl
This is one of the best recipes for chicken! It makes a wholesome and filling meal, that happens to be low carb and incredibly easy to prepare. Grab some ground chicken and veggies like coleslaw mix to get this on the table in just about thirty minutes.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl.
Cabbage Vegetable Soup
This cabbage and vegetable soup is loaded with veggies and has a flavorful broth. This is the ultimate comfort food dish to serve on a chilly day. You can have this easy soup ready in just forty minutes. Serve with crusty bread for the best meatless meal.
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Vegetable Soup.
