Vertical overhead photo of a skillet filled with Roasted Veggie and Crispy Chickpea Salad on a wood table.

Healthy Dinner Ideas

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on May 27, 2024

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Ready to eat a little lighter and leaner? We've got you covered with these delicious and healthy dinner ideas!

While as much as we love all the holiday food and treats, we are ready to get back to more normal eating. And that means fresh, seasonal meals, full of flavor. Healthy eating does not have to be boring! These are some of our favorite healthy dinner recipes, perfect for the new year. Full of fresh veggies and lean protein, these recipes are satisfying and delicious too. Add a few into your dinner rotation, we think your family will thank you!

Overhead vertical photo of Skillet Lemon Rosemary Chicken with Farro in a cast iron Staub skillet.

With juicy, tender chicken, healthy farro and loads of fresh spinach, this hearty, delicious Lemon Rosemary Chicken and Farro is an easy meal in one pan!

 

Overhead vertical closeup photo of Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps with sauce and toppings.

Looking to eat a little lighter and leaner? These Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps are easy, healthy and so delicious! The meatballs also make a fabulous appetizer that will disappear in the blink of an eye!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Peruvian Chicken and Rice Bowls on a round wooden platter.

With lots of delicious vibrant flavor, juicy tender chicken and a boatload of fresh healthy veggies, these Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls take the humble chicken breast from ordinary to super extraordinary!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Golden Split Pea Soup in a pot surrounded by toasted crostini.

This fabulous Golden Split Pea Soup is the epitome of healthy comfort food. Lots of veggies, golden split peas and bits of tender ham are simmered together to create a delicious meal-in-a-bowl!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Warm Chicken and Roasted Potato Salad in a black bowl on a granite countertop.

This Warm Chicken and Roasted Potato Salad is fresh, healthy and loaded with delicious seasonal flavor!

 

Vertical closeup photo of Honey Coriander Make-Ahead Salmon on a bed of rice and sauce drizzled over the top in a white serving bowl.

This Asian-inspired, Honey Coriander Make-Ahead Salmon is perfect for everyday-easy meals but also makes a fabulous entree for a dinner party.

 

Overhead vertical photo of Roasted Veggie and Crispy Chickpea Salad in a cast iron skillet on a wood table.

This healthy Roasted Veggie and Crispy Chickpea Salad combines crispy, spicy chickpeas, caramelized veggies, Israeli couscous, buttery, toasted pine nuts and a generous shower of fresh herbs. It makes a delicious side or fabulous main course!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Butternut Chicken Coconut Curry in a white serving bowl garnished with toppings and naan bread on the side.

Healthy and super delicious, this Butternut Chicken Coconut Curry comes together in less than an hour. It makes a beautiful presentation and can be prepped ahead for easy, elegant entertaining.

 

Vertical closeup photo of Mexican Sugar Seared Salmon with a dish of dressing and lying on a bed of salad

This Mexican Sugar-Seared Salmon Salad is one of our favorite meals ever. Use the easy, healthy salmon recipe in lots of other ways too!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Italian Chicken Meatballs with Marinara in a large pot on a wooden table garnished with fresh basil leaves.

These Italian Chicken Meatballs are made from boneless, skinless chicken breasts, not ground chicken. They're lean, light, tender, juicy and full of flavor!

Thought for the day:

I have told you these things,
so that in me you may have peace.
In this world you will have trouble.
But take heart! I have overcome the world.
John16:33

What we're listening to for inspiration:

Peace

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4 Comments

  1. Happy Néw Year!! Wishing you the very best in 2021! Lovely round up of dinner ideas and recipes, they all look delicious!
    We hope to try them this year!
    Blessings to you!
    Anna and Liz

  2. Wishing you a very HAPPY NEW YEAR Chris! Cheers to a happier 2021! Thank you for ALL the wonderful recipes that you share. I haven't tried one yet that wasn't a "winner"! I also have to say I visit/receive emails from a multitude of cooking/recipe websites and you have the MOST gorgeous pictures of all of them. Thank you for sharing your talents and your faith with me. I so enjoy your content and wonderful recipes. God Bless You and your family. Sandra, Huntsville. Ontario

    1. Thank you for your kind and encouraging email, Sandra! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. And I agree, I do have a wonderful photographer!