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Be inspired by our healthy dinner ideas, whether you’re after an easy midweek meal, romantic dinner or veggie and vegan inspiration, we’ve got something for you. See more healthy recipes.
This veggie frittata is an easy and healthy dinner idea that comes together quickly. We've added in broken lasagne sheets for extra texture, but you could switch this out for sliced potatoes,, if you like. Serve with a crunchy salad and a dollop of mayo for dipping.
This hearty chicken hotpot recipe with chunky veg, mushrooms, and a golden potato topping, is the perfect fuss-free meal. Serve this simple dinner idea with green beans and tuck in.
Monkfish has a meaty texture but delicate flavour that makes it perfect for wrapping in Parma ham and roasting for a special fish dish. Stuffed with sundried tomatoes and basil, this Mediterranean-style recipe is served with colourful roasted veg.
Can you believe these homemade pizzas are ready in just 35 minutes? The pizza base has a not-so-secret ingredient – cauliflower – for a creamy texture. The sauce is made from lemon, parsley and cottage cheese, then topped with sweetcorn and feta for a deliciously different and healthier pizza. All the family will tuck in and you'll grab 2 of your 5-a-day in each serving too!
Looking for a healthy yet creamy salmon pasta recipe? This high-protein spaghetti dish is vibrant, light and zesty, perfect for warmer weather. You can happily swap broad beans for peas and the tinned salmon for tuna or mackerel, if you like!
This simple salad is packed with freshness, making it the perfect barbecue side dish. Grilling the courgettes adds smokiness, which pairs perfectly with salty feta and juicy tomatoes. Drizzle over a zingy mint and mustard dressing and revel in those sunshine flavours.
Chef and food writer Omar Foster uses his Pakistan heritage to create his signature fusion cooking style. 'Chapli kababs conjure up such fond memories from childhood. I could – and still can – eat platefuls! Typically, these kababs wouldn’t be eaten as a burger but these feel like a more flavourful version of a classic patty', explains Omar. These mini sliders would make epic summer party food.
Top crispy fried tortillas with slow-cooked, Mexican-spiced beef and a pineapple salsa in this street food classic from chef Omar Foster. Making 10 tostada, this is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your summer gatherings, and you can even freeze leftovers.
Chicken mince makes fantastic meatballs and this easy, healthy recipe also features grated courgette, which keeps the meatballs extra-juicy. If you don't have chicken mince, however, any other mince would work. A hearty yet summery family meal to add to your list!
Full of fresh summer flavours, these simple fritters make an interesting appetizer or side. The cherry vine tomatoes give a burst of sweetness that balances well with the zesty lemon and tangy salad cheese. Serve with new potatoes and tzatziki for a filling lunch or dinner.
We've combined the best of both worlds in this creamy risotto-style orzo dish that stars garlicky, thyme-infused roasted tomatoes for a bold taste of the Med. This is a simple but deliciously different dinner you'll be making on repeat!
Baked fish makes such a lovely quick dinner – it's easier than you think to cook too, you just need to pack in the flavour when using white fish fillets. Step in our punchy seed and courgette pesto that creates a tasty and crunchy topping. Serve with a dressed salad of potatoes, tomatoes and rocket for a light and healthy summery meal.
Homemade pesto always looks impressive and can really elevate a simple pasta dish, yet it's so easy to make. This recipe features toasted pumpkin seeds and garlicky fried courgettes, alongside pecorino, lemon and fresh herbs. Try it with any pasta for a quick summery meal.
You can't beat a good steak and chips – perfect for a midweek treat or a Friday night feast. No pro cooking skills required for this dish either, just make sure your pan is nice and hot before adding the steak and let it rest after cooking. Serve with spiced potato wedges and minty peas – fantastic!
These fishcakes are spiced with chipotle paste and paprika for a fun Mexican twist. Serve alongside a zingy black bean and sweetcorn salsa for a flavour-packed dinner. Meal prep like a pro and make the fishcakes in advance to freeze and enjoy at a later date.
This classic Italian salad gets an upgrade with the help of crispy, skin-on chicken breasts, salty olives and capers
Inspired by Southern Italy, this caponata stew is packed with colourful veggies for a delicious summer main. Top with fried seabass and fresh basil to garnish or serve on its own for a hearty yet summery, vegan-friendly meal.
Slow-roasted until mouthwateringly tender and rubbed in a blend of fragrant herbs, this Italian-inspired pork is perfect for elevating your classic Sunday roast.
This quick and easy pasta dish is perfect for dinner in a hurry. A tender mix of prawns, mussels and squid are cooked with garlic, chilli and sweet tomatoes for a zingy sauce to coat the long ribbons of pasta.
Everyone will love this easy yet impressive spaghetti dish that's creamy, zingy and packed with flavour. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for those busy weekdays when you need something quick and healthy.
This quick and easy pasta sauce recipe is perfect for a speedy midweek meal. Arrabbiata is a classic Italian spicy sauce made of tomatoes, chilli and garlic. We’ve added black olives and a sprinkling of basil and Parmesan to make it that bit more special.
A classic Italian pasta dish made with onion, garlic, tomatoes and fresh basil.
This spicy sausage ragu with spirali is a flavour-packed family-favourite
This veggie-packed pasta salad, serving 8, is great for summer entertaining or bring-a-dish gatherings. Bursting with fresh flavours, it's super-tasty but a healthier choice.
Need a simple chicken skewers recipe that's great for the whole family? Get these spiced chicken skewers grilled for a healthy winner dinner. Served alongside a fresh, vibrant chickpea salad, a yogurt dressing and wholemeal pittas, there'll be no complaints once this is on the table.
Slow-cooked until tender and coated in a mouthwateringly sticky glaze, this duck is a stunning centrepiece to serve up on Christmas day. Serve with roasted shallots, juicy clementines and cinnamon sticks for a wonderfully festive main.
Make family dinner a flavour fiesta with this simple chorizo frittata. We've used tinned potatoes because they have a great bite to them. Serve alongside chopped tomatoes and homemade garlic mayo for dipping.
Shredded Wheat makes an excellent crunchy coating for these fish goujons
Make a batch of these super-tasty and healthy fishcakes so you've always got dinner on standby. This recipe, using versatile tinned crab meat, is easily doubled and the fishcakes can be frozen cooked or uncooked. To cook from frozen, cover the pan and fry for an extra 3-4 mins until piping hot throughout.
Spend an afternoon making a batch of delicious homemade tomato sauce. It's super-versatile and packed with veggies. Use it to top pizzas, stir through pasta or use as a base for curries and chillies. Once you've tried homemade, you'll never look back!
‘Chow is a street food snack that’s common in Trinidad,' says food writer Riaz Phillips. 'It’s a nice palate-cleansing "dessert" that isn't overly sweet. You could also add garlic and serve it as a side dish.'
Enjoy all the flavours of a lasagne without the faff. Simply stir broken lasagne sheets through a garlicky tomato sauce then bake until soft and golden - no need for layering! Chuck in some sweet potatoes, spinach and lentils to pack in 2 of your 5-a-day (plus some mozzarella to melt on top!)
We've taken the bold and fragrant flavours of a classic Greek salad and turned it into a filling meal with baked baby potatoes. We've swapped traditional feta for reduced-fat salad cheese that's baked whole with herbs, seeds and spice – the result is a lovely, healthy summery meal you can enjoy for lunch or later.