50 Most Popular Healthy Recipes
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Looking for some healthy recipes to add to your weekly diet? Here are 50 of the most popular healthy dishes from chefs.
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Each of us has our own view of healthy eating. For some, it's simply about serving food. healthy dinnerOthers try to include more in their diet. low-carb or vegetarian dishesWhatever your approach, you'll need a few recipes you can rely on. We've compiled this collection using only the favorites of our fans. There are 50 great recipes here, but if you're wondering where to start, we recommend lightweight version Classic Chicken Marsala. This dish, with sautéed mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes, is both filling and healthy. The sauce uses just a touch of butter, but it's enough for a rich flavor.No. 1: Pan-Fried Chicken Breast Chops with Mushroom Sauce
A healthy, low-calorie version of a delicious and filling Italian dish. A small amount of butter in the sauce adds a creamy texture and richness.
Ingredients: chicken breast fillet, mushrooms, whole grain flour, sun-dried tomatoes, rosemary, parsley, broth, butter, dry white wine (optional)
#2: Oven-Baked Salmon with Parsley Walnut Sauce
Save this recipe for when you need a quick, healthy dinner. It's ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients: salmon fillet
Walnut sauce with herbs: shallots, red wine vinegar, capers, parsley, almonds, extra-virgin olive oil
No. 3: Oven-Baked Brussels Sprouts
Ina's recipe features tender and crispy kale baked with olive oil, salt, and pepper for a classic side dish that's sure to please. One reader reports that even the kids loved it: "My kids hated Brussels sprouts until I tried this recipe. They loved it!"
Ingredients: Brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt, black pepper
Recipe: Oven-Baked Brussels Sprouts
No. 4: Spice-Baked Pork Tenderloin
Ellie's secret to tender pork tenderloin is a dry marinade made from 6 spices and seasonings that you probably already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients: pork tenderloin, olive oil, garlic + spices
Recipe: Pork tenderloin baked in spices
No. 5: Baked Carrots
For Aina's popular dish, all you need is carrots, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
Ingredients: carrots, olive oil, dill
Recipe: Baked carrots
No. 6: Vegetarian Lentil Soup
Alton's wonderful, hearty soup contains lentils and a ton of vegetables. Plus, each serving contains 372 calories and 8 grams of fat.
Ingredients: lentils, carrots, celery, tomatoes, onions, vegetable broth, olive oil + spices
Recipe: Vegetarian lentil soup
#7: Low-Carb Cauliflower Rice Fake
Cauliflower "rice" is popular among healthy eaters, and it's no surprise: it contains about 1/4 the carbohydrates of rice. Once you experience how easy it is to make this healthy side dish at home, you'll never want to spend money on store-bought versions again.
Ingredients: cauliflower, onions, lemon juice, parsley, olive oil
Recipe: Low-Carb Cauliflower Fake Rice
No. 8: Salmon with tomatoes, baked in foil
When baked in foil, the fish is infused with lemon juice and herbal flavors, while the dish remains lean.
Ingredients: salmon fillet, tomatoes, shallots, lemon juice, olive oil + dried herbs
#9: Frozen Berry Smoothie
Keep some fruit in the freezer and you'll always have ingredients on hand for nutritious smoothies that are easy to customize to your taste.
Ingredients: banana, strawberry, milk, yogurt, freshly squeezed orange juice, honey
Recipe: Frozen Berry Smoothie
No. 10: Garlic-Fried Green Beans
Keep this garlic-lemon green beans recipe handy. It pairs well with almost any meal, takes just 17 minutes to prepare, and contains 122 calories per serving.
Ingredients: green beans, garlic, olive oil, butter, red pepper flakes, lemon zest
Recipe: Green beans fried with garlic
No. 11: Vegetarian Green Bean Soup
Alton cooks tomatoes, green beans, leeks, carrots, corn, and potatoes in one pot for vegetable soup. Each serving contains only 255 calories.
Ingredients: potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, leeks, garlic, corn, olive oil, carrots, vegetable broth, parsley, lemon juice
Recipe: Vegetarian green bean soup
No. 12: Roman Chicken
Giada's juicy and flavorful chicken is perfect for entertaining: it can be prepared in advance and simply reheated before serving.
Ingredients: chicken breasts, chicken thighs, bell peppers, dry-cured ham, garlic, tomatoes, white wine, chicken broth, capers, olive oil
Recipe: Roman-style chicken
No. 13: Sauteed Spinach with Garlic
If you have 10 minutes, you can make Ina's classic lemon-spiked spinach.
Ingredients: spinach, olive oil, garlic, butter, lemon
Recipe: Fried spinach with garlic
No. 14: Pan-fried chicken with broccoli
Marinate the chicken while you prepare the other ingredients—then the stir-fry will be ready in less than 30 minutes. It's quicker than ordering delivery from a restaurant, and the dish contains less salt and fat.
Ingredients: chicken breast fillet, broccoli, green onions, garlic, ginger, vegetable oil + seasonings and sauces
Recipe: Pan-fried chicken with broccoli
#15: Oven-Baked French Fries
When you're craving fries, try Ellie's recipe: baked potatoes are lower in fat and calories.
Ingredients: potatoes, vegetable oil
Recipe: Oven-baked French fries
No. 16: Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs
Nutrient-rich spaghetti squash is a crowd-pleaser when served as pasta with juicy meatballs and a quick homemade marinara sauce.
Ingredients: Spaghetti squash, olive oil, celery, carrots, onions, garlic, parsley, ground beef and pork, eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, tomato puree, basil, oregano
Recipe: Spaghetti squash with meatballs
No. 17: Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetables
"The best thing about stir-frying is that you can use any vegetables you like," says Trisha.
Ingredients: Beef, mushrooms, green peas, mini corn on the cob, bell pepper, serrano pepper, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, green onions + seasonings and sauces
Recipe: Beef with vegetables stir-fry
No. 18: Herb-marinated pork tenderloin
Prepare the citrusy, spicy marinade in a plastic bag and place the pork tenderloin in it. Let the meat marinate for a few hours or overnight, then roast for 15 minutes, and you'll see why this lean, flavorful dish from Ina is so popular.
Ingredients: pork tenderloin, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, mustard
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#19: Quinoa for Dinner in Salad Leaves
Quinoa, a "new" food that's been around for thousands of years, is a small, protein-rich grain native to South America. It's called the "miracle grain" because it's incredibly easy and quicker to cook than rice, and it's also lighter and more nutritious than other grains.
Ingredients: quinoa, cucumber, red onion, tomato, parsley, mint, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, endive, avocado
No. 20: Bean Soup (Pasta Fagioli)
Rachel makes a low-calorie, hearty, and warming dish using her grandfather's recipe of ditalini pasta, white beans, and vegetables.
Ingredients: white beans, ditalini pasta, olive oil, pancetta, rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, onion, carrot, celery,
garlic, tomato sauce, chicken broth
Recipe: Bean soup (Pasta fagioli)
No. 21: Gazpacho Soup Appetizer
This recipe is truly "summer in a plate": Alton uses ripe tomatoes and cucumbers for bright, clean flavors, enhanced by seasonings like balsamic vinegar and cumin.
Ingredients: Tomatoes, tomato juice, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, basil
Recipe: Gazpacho Soup Appetizer
No. 22: Chicken Saltimbocca
One bite is enough to understand why Giada's saltimbocca is such a fan favorite. It's made with tender chicken, spinach, salty prosciutto, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients: chicken fillet, ham, spinach, olive oil, parmesan, broth, lemon juice
Recipe: Chicken Saltimbocca
No. 23: American Pasta Salad
Place the salad in a colorful bowl, serve it to your guests, and they'll devour it right before your eyes: it's the ultimate classic picnic dish. This version uses less mayonnaise than traditional recipes, but it's still a rich, filling salad.
Ingredients: macaroni horns, celery, red onion, parsley, mayonnaise, dry mustard, sour cream
Recipe: American Pasta Salad
No. 24: Shrimp Stir-Fry
Shrimp stir-fry is a hit for good reason: it's colorful, flavorful, and high in protein.
Recipe: Stir-fry with shrimp
#25: Low-Calorie Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta
Using low-fat cream cheese and milk, Alfredo sauce is smooth and rich, yet contains far less fat and calories than traditional versions.
No. 26: Pan-Fried Herb-Marinated Chicken Breast
These marinated chicken breasts are just the way chicken should be: juicy, tender, and versatile. For a low-calorie, complete meal, serve them with a green salad or steamed vegetables.
No. 27: Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Corn Grits
This hearty dish doesn't rely heavily on butter. But don't worry about the flavor: the lemon and garlic add a piquant flavor to the shrimp.
No. 28: Apple Cider Braised Pork Loin with Mashed Potatoes and Buttermilk
Pork loin cutlets with mashed fingerling potatoes are the perfect cozy dish for a chilly evening. Even better, they're ready in just 40 minutes.
#29: Spinach and Ground Beef Breakfast Casserole
Healthy eating doesn't always mean using low-fat ingredients. The combination of full-fat cheddar and Parmesan is very filling, so a small amount is enough for this simple casserole.
#30: Cheese and Bean Breakfast Pancakes
Start your day with these compact, veggie-filled burritos from Ellie.
No. 31: Tuscan Vegetable Soup with Beans and Spinach
Make a big pot of Ellie's hearty vegetable soup and enjoy it all week long. It takes 35 minutes to prepare, and each serving contains only 145 calories and 4 grams of fat.
#32: Slow Cooker Pork Tacos
This delicious and tender pork shoulder is irresistible; it's slowly simmered in a chicken broth with aromatic spices.
Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Tacos
#33: Egg White Angel Cake
Alton makes a citrusy twist on the classic low-calorie dessert by adding orange extract to a light sponge cake.
Recipe: Angel Food Cake with Egg Whites
No. 34: Oven-baked broccoli with cauliflower
Make a big batch of cauliflower and broccoli on Sunday, and next week you'll be able to add the vegetables to a variety of dishes, including salads, pasta, and porridge.
No. 35: Roasted Buffalo Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Dip
Forget chicken wings. This low-calorie cauliflower with cheese sauce delivers all the flavors of Buffalo without the extra fat and calories.
Ingredients: cauliflower, butter, sriracha sauce, lemon juice
For the sauce: low-fat sour cream and milk, blue cheese, mayonnaise
No. 36: Vegetable Lentil Soup
Trust Aina and her recipe for healthy vegetable lentil soup. This popular dish has received hundreds of excellent reviews.
Recipe: Vegetable soup with lentils
No. 37: Chia Seed Pudding
Giada's creamy, sweet chia seed pudding is super quick to make. It's also great as a dessert, snack, or even breakfast.
Recipe: Chia seed pudding
#38: Baked Sweet Potato Hasselbeck
Whole sweet potatoes are sliced accordion-style, seasoned with butter, and baked. The resulting sweet potatoes are crispy on the outside and very tender on the inside.
Recipe: Baked Sweet Potato Hasselbeck
#39: Oven-Roasted Salmon with Herb Mustard Glaze
Giada's delicious, juicy oven-roasted salmon (top heat) is ready in under 20 minutes. Serve it for dinner, and use the leftovers later in a salad or tossed with green vegetables.
No. 40: Chili with Ground Beef and Three Beans
The secret ingredient in Ellie's hearty beef chili with beans is hot chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
No. 41: Broccoli and Cheddar Chowder
Skim milk, chicken broth, and tangy sharp cheddar cheese create the creamy base of this hearty broccoli and red potato soup.
#42: Banana-Berry Smoothie
In just 5 minutes, you can prepare a nutritious breakfast or snack with five ingredients.
Recipe: Banana-berry smoothie
No. 43: Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Herbs
Balance your carbs with shrimp: A dozen shrimp have only 85 calories and are also rich in protein and selenium, a powerful antioxidant.
#44: Turkey Meatloaf with Feta Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes give Giada's low-calorie turkey meatloaf an exotic flavor.
No. 45: Vegetable Soup with Orzo Pasta
This soup is equally good for lunch and dinner; hearty and warming, it's perfect for rainy weather.
Recipe: Vegetable soup with orzo pasta
#46: Lazy Sandwich – Sloppy Joe's
These diner-style meat sandwiches have a familiar flavor from childhood, but they're lean enough to be enjoyed by the whole family.
Recipe: Lazy Sandwich – Sloppy Joe's
No. 47: Pan-fried salmon with apple and date salad
The star of this dish is the kale salad. It's crisp, tangy, and sweet!
No. 48: Roasted Cauliflower
Make Ree's spicy cauliflower when you're craving a healthy vegetable dish and you're short on time. It takes just 16 minutes, and each serving contains 66 calories and 3 grams of fat.
Recipe: Fried cauliflower
#49: Whole Wheat Pound Cake
Healthy olive oil and protein-rich Greek yogurt replace butter in this lemon cake. Egg whites also help reduce calories, fat, and cholesterol.
Recipe: Whole wheat pound cake
#50: Slow Cooker Oatmeal with Dried Fruit
Alton's Instant Oatmeal couldn't be easier to make: just add five ingredients to your slow cooker, set it to cook, and you'll have a hot, nutritious breakfast waiting for you in the morning.
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