Healthy Dinner Recipes

This oven-baked chicken is healthier than deep-fried chicken, but just as crispy. It's all thanks to the crushed cornflake breading. Roll the chicken breast in the seasoned flakes and bake for...

This spicy, creamy mashed potato is very similar to mashed potatoes, but it's made with cauliflower. Garlic and thyme, sautéed in olive oil, add depth and richness to this low-calorie side dish, and...

Salmon fillet baked on a bed of red onion and tomatillo (a type of physalis) results in a perfectly juicy and tender finish. Served with roasted vegetables, the tomatillo's fruity tartness complements the dish perfectly.

This vegetarian, gluten-free, low-calorie, yet absolutely delicious pasta Bolognese is a dream for anyone watching their diet. Instead of traditional pasta, it's made with spaghetti squash, divided...

Sweet tomatoes, peppery arugula, crispy pita bread, and juicy chicken make up this light, yet healthy and nutritious Mediterranean-style salad. To quickly prepare chicken for...

This low-calorie version of the classic Pad Thai dish is packed with all the traditional flavors, but it's even more juicy and refreshing thanks to the added vegetables. This recipe uses a reduced amount of...

This well-balanced dish is easy to prepare and delicious. Grilled salmon fillet with aromatic herbs in a honey-soy glaze is served with brown rice and edamame beans. Perfect for...

Serve the fried sea bass fillet on a slice of crusty bread, topped with a juicy relish of tomatoes and black olives in a vinaigrette. Both a grill and a grill pan are suitable for frying the fish.

Juicy grilled peaches, lemony arugula, and briny bresaola come together in this recipe for the perfect summer salad, topped off with a slice of tender burrata.

Before grilling, brush the steak with olive oil, chopped thyme, and garlic for a wonderfully savory flavor. If you don't have a grill, use a grill pan. Serve the steak...

These savory marinated tofu steaks will be a summer picnic favorite. Thoroughly draining the tofu, adding brown sugar to the marinade, and slow grilling create...

Celebrate summer with grilled stuffed salmon. This recipe uses a whole side of fish, so it's enough for a crowd. The salmon is filled with creamy sweetcorn and...

Combine diced mango with hot habanero pepper, lime, and cilantro for a zesty, fresh salsa for delicious grilled salmon. Since habanero is one of the most...

Fennel is a popular ingredient in Italian cuisine. This recipe utilizes every part of it: the seeds for sprinkling the fish, the root, and the greens for a succulent salad. Be careful not to overcook the salmon on the grill, and...

Salmon is not only the perfect complement to a fresh tabbouleh salad, but it also has firm enough flesh to hold up on skewers and withstand grilling. It won't crumble like the more delicate white...

This simple and healthy salad is easy to make. Juicy green beans, oranges, grapefruit, fresh herbs, hot peppers, and almonds complement each other perfectly in a sweet-tart vinaigrette...

"The secret to this recipe is searing the meat substitute to develop a caramelized flavor and texture. Then it's topped with mashed potatoes!" says Damaris Phillips of her...

The flavors of this salad will transport you to the south of France. Classic ratatouille vegetables are grilled, tossed with a vinaigrette, and served with toasted baguette and warm goat's milk...

This recipe transforms a light Greek salad from an appetizer into a hearty side dish or even a full-fledged vegetarian meal. The salad's main ingredients—tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onions,...

If you've ever ordered Brussels sprouts at a restaurant, you've probably wondered, "How do they make them so delicious?" Well, the secret is out: high-temperature roasting and a richly flavored sauce. When...

This recipe uses wok-cooked Brussels sprouts, which gives them the distinct roasted flavor typically found in oven-roasted or grilled vegetables, as well as a tender texture...

The strong, rich flavor of Brussels sprouts requires a light, refreshing twist, which lemon zest adds, while garlic adds a savory, zesty flavor. The sprouts are roasted in the oven in...

Oven-roasted broccolini is served with a light citrus butter sauce made with orange and lime juice. The refreshing citrus note makes it a great side dish for fish and...

Rapini is a relative of broccoli rich in vitamins A, C, and K that has a slightly bitter flavor and is very popular in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in Italy, where it is most often stewed or...

This creamy broccoli soup gets its velvety texture from the addition of baked potatoes, and the leftover potato skins make a delicious side dish. Sprinkle them with grated...

For dinner, prepare a fragrant, healthy pilaf made with a mixture of basmati and wild rice, topped with natural Italian sausage and leeks, which infuse the dish with their subtle flavor. Since wild rice...

"This simple salad is easy to make for lunch or dinner. What I love about it is that it's incredibly healthy, but because it has so many different textures and flavors, it's filling,"...

This delicious and healthy low-calorie Tuscan-style dish is easy to prepare and perfect for both holidays and everyday meals. Chicken breast is baked with zucchini, tomatoes, fennel,...

This pork recipe was inspired by the flavors of Tuscany: succulent pork tenderloin with sweet baked grapes, fragrant fennel, and pieces of rustic bread soaked in the delicious juices. The sweetness of the grapes...

This recipe uses T-bone lamb steaks (part of the fillet and loin with the bone in the middle). They're less expensive than rack of lamb, but the meat is just as flavorful and juicy. Rub the steaks with...

Shrimp are baked with rice noodles in a fragrant coconut curry with lemongrass in individual parchment wraps. This method helps achieve a rich flavor without excess fat or salt. Plus...

Roasted cauliflower is loved for its pleasant nutty flavor and versatility. It pairs beautifully with many combinations of herbs and spices, yet remains a low-calorie side dish. Red...

For a sophisticated twist on a simple dish, add grapefruit! This recipe features poached salmon served with a light grapefruit salad. Make sure to thoroughly remove the segments...

Grilled chicken fillet is served with a salad of pearl barley, grapes, and nuts in a refreshing lemon-mint dressing. Some of the same dressing is used to marinate the chicken before grilling, and white...

A marinade of grape jelly and soy sauce maximizes the flavor of fried fish. The fish is first marinated in it, then the marinade is reduced and turns into a glaze, which is then brushed on the fish...

Finally, you can enjoy flourless fish piccata sauce! This light sauce, with its tart and salty notes from capers and lemon wedges, will brighten up any bland white fish. For...

How to make tender gluten-free ricotta gnocchi? Your secret ingredient: chickpea flour! These plump Italian dumplings are easier to make than traditional ones: no rolling out the dough or...

Just 200 grams of salmon is enough to feed four people when you make this hearty miso soup. The salmon fillet is glazed with brown sugar and soy sauce, then roasted in the oven, and...

This turnip side dish offers a wonderful combination of spicy onions, rosemary, and zesty red pepper flakes, with a contrasting honey glaze and golden raisins. Roast the turnips like potatoes, adding honey...

Braised turnips with edamame beans are a simple, delicious, and healthy side dish, rich in protein and dietary fiber. Perfect with festive meats or roasted poultry, the turnips are braised in a small...

Make a light and healthy soup with white fish, scallops, and shiitake mushrooms, warmed by the rich flavor of ginger and green onions. Any thick soup will work for this recipe...

This light yet warming soup has something special for everyone: edamame beans simmered with buckwheat soba noodles add protein, while tomatoes, cucumbers, and watercress...

Thick, juicy kale greens are perfect for sautéing and making a healthy, fiber-rich side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled or baked meats. This simple...

Arctic char fillet is baked on a bed of fennel in a garlic-orange oil dressing and served with boiled spelt. For a more vibrant flavor, use two types of orange – Navelin and...

The main ingredients of this healthy and filling bowl are boiled boneless, skinless chicken breast and edamame (unripe soybeans). A rich, Asian-inspired broth imparts a strong Asian flavor and aroma.

Grilled spicy skinless, boneless chicken thighs served on crispy baguette slices with a light fennel and grapefruit salad. Remove all membranes from the grapefruit to avoid spoiling the flavor, and...

Make a chili-peanut stir-fry to transform leftover roast turkey (or grilled chicken) into a new dish inspired by American Chinese restaurants. In a rich, sweet-and-tart sauce...