50+ Healthy Dinner Recipes (2024)

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Posted: 01/02/17Updated: 03/12/24

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50+ Healthy Dinner Recipes in 30 Minutes or Less!! Perfect for Staying on Track with Eating Better!

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I have an amazing Round-Up of 50 Healthy Meals that you can whip up in 30 minutes flat.

I am sure that after all the holiday indulging we did in December that everyone is now looking for some light and healthy fare. The great thing is that these recipes will also be nice and quick to prepare. And with our busy schedules, who doesn’t like to get food on the table quickly?

These dishes may skimp on calories but they definitely don’t skimp on flavor! I was literally drooling as I was putting this round-up together. So if you will excuse me, I am off to my kitchen to cook up a dish or two! 😉

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Light Italian Shrimp and Rice Skillet – Julie’s Eats and Treats

Chicken Avocado Burger with Chipotle Yogurt Sauce – Julie’s Eats & Treats

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Roasted Broccoli Alfredo ~ Julie’s Eats & Treats

Buffalo Chicken Ranch Burger ~ Julie’s Eats & Treats

Cauliflower Rice Fish Taco Bowls ~ Julie’s Eats & Treats

Chicken Ranch Burger ~ Julie’s Eats & Treats

Light and Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe – Julie’s Eats and Treats

Parmesan Tilapia ~ Julie’s Eats & Treats

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Baked Salmon Shrimp and Asparagus ~ Valentina’s Corner

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Thai Chicken Stir Fry ~ Recipe Runner

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Sheet Pan Roasted Shrimp & Veggies ~ Life is But a Dish

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Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa – The Creative Bite

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One Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles ~ The Recipe Rebel

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One Pot Tortellini Minestrone Soup~ Spoonful of Flavor

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One- Pot Parmesan Risotto with Sausage and Kale – Whole and Heavenly Oven

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Cheesy Chicken Pot Pie Casserole – The Creative Bite

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Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes – Peas and Crayons

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Healthier One Pot Skillet Lasagna ~ The Recipe Rebel

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Skillet Chicken Fajitas ~ Recipe Runner

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One Skillet Tuscan Chicken – Delicious Meets Healthy

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Pressure Cooker Light & Spicy Taco Shells ~ The Creative Bite

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Quick and Easy Ratatouille – A Virtual Vegan

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One Skillet Chicken Cacciatore– Delicious Meets Healthy

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Coconut Curry with Sweet Potato Noodles – Food Faith Fitness

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Balsamic Chicken and Tomatoes – Culinary Hill

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Pulled Tandoori Chicken – The Big Man’s World

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Sriracha Almond Crusted Salmon – Peas and Crayons

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Cajun Blackened Chicken – Flavor Mosaic

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Brussels Sprout and Cashew Fried Rice – A Virtual Vegan

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Chicken Milanese – The Suburban Soapbox

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30 Minute Light Chicken Enchiladas – The Creative Bite

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Garlic Roasted Salmon and Brussels Sprouts – Diethood

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Broccoli Quinoa Casserole – Embellishments

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Blackened Tilapia Taco Bowls – The Chunky Chef

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Spicy Pesto Shrimp Primavera – Flavor Mosaic

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Salmon Bowl with Kale and Lentils – The View From Great Island

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Quick and Easy One Pot Mexican Quinoa – Life is But a Dish

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Quick and Easy Chicken Taco Soup – Dinner at the Zoo

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Easy Vegetable Stir Fry – Two Peas and Their Pod

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Pesto Zucchini Noodles and Shrimp – Diethood

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Chicken Parmesan Meatballs – Kristine’s Kitchen

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One Pot Caprese Chicken and Rice– The Recipe Rebel

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Pepperoni Pizza Spaghetti Squash Boats – Everyday Maven

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Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts – Cravings of a Lunatic

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Easy Baked Parmesan Tilapia – Julie’s Eats & Treats

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Fajita Stuffed Peppers – Lemon Tree Dwelling

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Easy Tilapia with Cilantro and Lime – Food Faith Fitness

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Spicy Peanut Spaghetti Squash – Bless Her Heart Y’all

Meet Julie Evink

I'm here to help you win in the kitchen again! Life is Busy, Life is Crazy, but that doesn't mean you can't make your family dinner! Julie's goal is to provide you with easy, family, friendly recipes that use pantry staples. Dinnertime will be stress free again!

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  1. kara says

    So glad to have of found this I like finding new recipes to learn but have been wantung to find healthier stuff so hopefully I can get these amazing dishes right for dinners to come.

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    • Julie Evink says

      Enjoy Kara!

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  2. Smart Bowl System says

    Prepare healthy recipes for your dinner quickly by following the ideas from experts. All of them contain essential nutrients enabling you to lead an active lifestyle.

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  3. Hilary says

    Thank you so much for including my Quinoa bake in this really great roundup!!! xoxo

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  4. Nancy | The Bitter Side of Sweet says

    Now this is a great list of food! So many different ones to choose from! Thanks for including my pasta dish!

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  5. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says

    So many gorgeous and healthy meals in one place, love it! Thank you so so much for including me!

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What is the healthiest meal you can make? ›

Healthy dinner recipes
  • Spicy tortilla soup. ...
  • Peanut lime salad. ...
  • Sardine tomato pasta with gremolata. ...
  • Curried satay noodles. ...
  • Sausage traybake. ...
  • Healthy tikka masala. A star rating of 4.6 out of 5. ...
  • Spicy tofu tahini noodle salad. A star rating of 5 out of 5. ...
  • Chicken & lemon skewers. A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.

What is a nutritional dinner for the elderly? ›

Dinner
  • Chicken breast, roasted vegetables, hummus.
  • Roasted salmon, zucchini, and sweet potato.
  • Whole-wheat pasta, ground turkey, and tomato sauce.
  • Argentinean grilled steak with salsa criolla.
  • Eve's tasty turkey tetrazzini.
  • Fish with spinach.
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What is the healthiest thing you can eat everyday? ›

The Top 10 Healthiest Foods You Should Eat Daily
  1. Spinach. This vegetable is jampacked with vitamins and minerals including vitamin K. ...
  2. Blueberries. Blueberries are delicious and one of the healthiest fruits you can eat. ...
  3. Salmon. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in salmon. ...
  4. Quinoa. ...
  5. Almonds. ...
  6. Sweet Potatoes. ...
  7. Green Tea. ...
  8. Greek Yogurt.
Mar 13, 2024

What are 5 foods that seniors should eat? ›

What to eat
  • fruit and vegetables.
  • potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and other starchy foods.
  • dairy and alternatives.
  • beans, pulses, fish, eggs and other proteins.
  • oils and spreads.

Which food is not recommended for senior citizens? ›

Raw or undercooked eggs, meat and poultry.

Undercooked foods such as eggs, meat, poultry and sushi can cause food poisoning, which can trigger sepsis and septic shock. Although anyone can develop infection and sepsis, seniors are at higher risk.

What is a simple protein meal for the elderly? ›

A grilled chicken breast is quick, simple and tasty to add to a plate of vegetables or high protein grains. Add some cheese. Cheese adds flavour and is a nice start or finish to a meal. Try a cup of cottage cheese, a few slices of hard cheese or sprinkling cheese onto your soup as a finishing touch!

How many eggs a week should a senior eat? ›

How Many Eggs Can Older People Eat? There is no limit to the number of eggs older people can eat, with the exception of those with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol or any existing heart disease who can enjoy up to 7 eggs a week.

What foods build muscle in seniors? ›

Here are 10 foods that will help seniors build strong muscles
  • Meat: Rich in protein, animal meat is an ideal dietary option for seniors. ...
  • Fatty Fish: ...
  • Tofu: ...
  • Eggs: ...
  • Milk: ...
  • Cheese: ...
  • Beans: ...
  • Nuts:
May 2, 2022

What foods give elderly energy? ›

Top 11 Energy Foods for Seniors
  • Fresh Fruits. ...
  • Vegetable Sticks. ...
  • Nuts and Seeds. ...
  • Greek Yogurt. ...
  • Cheese Slices or String Cheese. ...
  • Whole Grain Crackers. ...
  • Fruit Smoothies. ...
  • Hard-Boiled Eggs.

What is a good dinner that everyone would like? ›

30 Quick And Easy Dinners Your Whole Family Will Love
  • Slow-Cooker Chicken Tacos. tasty.co. ...
  • Easy Sheet Pan Southwestern Dinner. tasty.co. ...
  • Garlic Broccoli Shrimp Stir-Fry. ...
  • Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa. ...
  • One-Pot Chicken and Mushroom Pasta. ...
  • 20-Minute Beef and Broccoli Noodle Stir-Fry. ...
  • Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry. ...
  • Baked Spaghetti.
May 6, 2024

What is the healthiest thing to cook food in? ›

Choose to steam, bake, grill, braise, boil or microwave your foods, rather than deep fry them. Use non-stick cookware. Microwave or steam your vegetables instead of boiling them to retain the nutrients.

What is the healthiest food to make you full? ›

Protein and dairy
  • Beans, peas and lentils, which are also good sources of fiber.
  • Fish.
  • Lean meat and poultry.
  • Low-fat or fat-free dairy products, such as milk, yogurt and cheese.
  • Egg whites.

What is the healthiest meal routine? ›

A healthy eating plan: Emphasizes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat dairy products. Includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. Limits saturated and trans fats, sodium, and added sugars.

What is the healthiest meal of the day? ›

Many studies have linked eating breakfast to good health, including better memory and concentration, lower levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol, and lower chances of getting diabetes, heart disease, and being overweight.

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