14 Healthy & Easy To Make Dinners

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Rhys
January 12, 2025

14 Healthy & Easy To Make Dinners

New year, new you? These 14 healthy dinner ideas will keep your resolutions strong and your taste buds happy!

From stuffed peppers to buddha bowls, these recipes have your weeknight cravings covered.

1. Baked Cod with Garlic Herb Butter

Tender cod fillets baked in a rich garlic herb butter for a simple, elegant dish.

Roast Cod Filet by Julington Creek Fish Camp (Link)

Our always-fresh cod is expertly prepared with brown butter, garlic and lemon then paired with parsley potatoes and steamed vegetables.
40m • 4 servings

2. Lemongrass Shrimp and Asparagus

Juicy shrimp sautéed with fresh asparagus in a fragrant garlic butter sauce.

Lemongrass Shrimp by Sea40 Japanese Cuisine (Link)

Lightly sauce, lemongrass marinated asparagus, red pepper, sweet peas.
45m • 4 servings

3. Romanian Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers

Vibrant bell peppers filled with fluffy Romanian rice, vegetables, and a sprinkle of cheese.

Stuffed Pepper by Bucharest Bar & Grill (Link)

Filled with a special blend of ground beef, rice, and Romanian spices, topped with sour cream.
50m • 4 servings

4. Lentil and Spinach Dal

A warm, spiced Indian stew featuring hearty lentils and tender spinach.

Deccan Dal And Spinach by Coconut Lagoon (Link)

lentils cooked with spinach tempered with mustard and cumin seeds. chef recommends kerala parotta or basmati rice
1h • 4 servings

5. Roasted Squash Tacos

Warm tortillas filled with caramelized roasted squash, tangy crema, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a flavorful veggie twist.

Roasted Squash Tacos by The Daily Planet (Link)

Local delicata, black bean frites, guacamole, cilantro, scallions.
45m • 4 servings

6. Roasted Veggie and Hummus Buddha Bowl

A nourishing bowl of roasted veggies, creamy hummus, and whole grains for a balanced, plant-based meal.

Buddha Bowl by Cardero's Restaurant (Link)

Quinoa, hummus, roasted cauliflower, beets & yams, grilled avocado, broccolini & kale salad.
1h • 2 servings

7. Asian Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Sweet and savory chicken wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a fresh, handheld treat.

Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps by JOEY Eaton Centre (Link)

Sweet soy ginger glaze, peanuts, crispy wontons, spicy aioli.
30m • 4 servings

8. Teriyaki Salmon Bowl with Braised Cabbage

Flaky salmon glazed with teriyaki sauce served over rice and crisp snap peas.

Tofino Surf Bowl by Shelter Restaurant (Link)

Local Wild Salmon or Marinated Chicken with Teriyaki Vegetables, Jasmine Rice & Spicy Yogurt. Braised Cabbage & Cilantro.
1h • 2 servings

9. Falafel with Tahini Sauce and Cucumber Salad

Crispy chickpea fritters paired with tangy tahini sauce and refreshing cucumber salad.

Green Falafel by Aba Austin (Link)

Avocado tzatziki, garlic tahini, jalapeño.
1h • 4 servings

Cucumber Salad by Extra Virgin (Link)

Cucumber, peanuts, onion, cilantro-scallion, cumin dressing.
15m • 4 servings

10. Lemon Garlic Chicken Piccata

Zesty lemon garlic chicken served atop light, spiralized zucchini noodles.

Chicken Piccata Over Lemon Pepper Pasta by Cafe Berlin (Link)

Tender chicken piccata served over a bed of zesty lemon pepper pasta, creating a delightful balance of flavors.
30m • 4 servings

11. Thai Basil Chicken

A fragrant stir-fry of chicken, Thai basil, and chili served with fluffy jasmine rice.

Thai Basil Chicken by Restaurant Poco (Link)

Savor the bold flavors of our Thai Basil Chicken, featuring tender chicken stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers and aromatic Thai basil in a savory garlic and chili sauce.
30m • 4 servings

12. Rainbow Veggie Stir-Fry

A colorful medley of stir-fried veggies tossed in a savory sauce.

Veggie Stir Fry by Takashi (Link)

Mixed vegetables, fried tofu and shiitake mushroom stir fry.
30m • 4 servings

13. Ginger Garlic Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a fragrant blend of ginger, garlic, and spices, then cooked to golden perfection.

Dibi Poulet by AKADI PDX (Link)

Chicken thighs marinated in our ginger garlic sauce, grilled and served with tomato and onion relish, mustard sauce, hot chili sauce.
1h 30m • 4 servings

14. Coconut Lime Shrimp Curry

Creamy coconut curry with a bright lime finish, featuring tender shrimp and aromatic spices.

Thai Shrimp by Pies & Pints (Link)

Toasted coconut, Thai curry sauce, lime, cilantro & basil.
30m • 4 servings

Find some inspiration for dinner this week? Forward to a friend!

It only takes 5 seconds. Making this took me 1.5 hours :)

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