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January 16, 2024
There’s no bad time of year to make a resolution to eat more healthy recipes. Sure, New Year’s resolutions are a great way to make some diet tweaks, but no matter where you are in your healthy journey or whatever time of year you’re taking the plunge, this list of healthy recipes covers a wide range of foods and flavors.
I’ve tried some fad diets, but ultimately I find them lacking and think that the best option is to determine what a healthy relationship to food looks like to you. And, yes, that includes eating your favorite foods in moderation!
Below you will find 15 of my favorite healthy meal recipes, and if you are looking for more ideas, check out these guides:
Two Popular Diet Plans
I’m not an advocate for diet plans or fad diets. I do think diet plans can be used for a reset as a way to help you find your triggers and build healthy habits, but I advocate for eating a well-rounded diet that also allows you to satisfy cravings in moderation. I wanted to include a little info on two diets that are popular right now:
- Whole 30: This trends in January almost every year. It’s an elimination diet that cuts out sugar, alcohol, grains and dairy, and is designed to last a month. It can be a good option for resetting and helping you find some of your food triggers, but it isn’t meant to be followed for the long term.
- Mediterranean Diet: The NY Times recently wrote about the Mediterranean Diet and its benefits. Unlike other diet plans, it is less about cutting out certain food groups, and more about focusing on plant-based foods and healthy fats. It’s more of a blueprint for healthy eating than a fad diet plan.
Pork, Asparagus and Spinach Stir Fry
This quick stir fry is super simple and the pork and asparagus pair wonderfully. Seve it over a bed of rice and you have a fast, healthy weeknight meal.
Roasted Cabbage Steaks
If you’ve never roasted a cabbage steak, you may be surprised by how hearty and delicious it is. I often serve it alongside a small portion of a favorite grilled meat, but the cabbage is really the star.
Curry Egg Salad
This is a fresh and fun twist on a classic egg salad. I cut back on the mayo and there’s a nice spice to the dish. I like to serve it in a lettuce cup or cabbage leaf to make it a light and fresh lunch.
Southwest Chicken and Vegetable Instant Pot Soup
This Southwest chicken and vegetable soup is a classic recipe that is one of my favorites to make in the Instant Pot. It’s a healthy meal and the spice gives it just the right level of kick.
Quick Pork Lettuce Wraps
Lettuc wraps are a great way to deconstruct a healthy salad or pita. The lettuce cup makes for a healthy vvessel and the flavor of the pork and toppings give the dish depth.
Spicy Coconut Chicken Rice Stew
This coconut chicken rice stew recipe was inspired by my daughter, Ellie, who makes delicious Thai Coconut Chicken Soup.
