If you’re looking to eat a little healthier in the new year, I’ve got you covered. This list of healthy recipes covers everything from dinners to breakfast and even snacks. Read on for over 100 Healthy Recipes for the New Year (and the rest of it too!).Â
Healthy Chicken Entrees
Chicken can be a healthy choice as part of a well-balanced diet. It’s a great source of protein and can be cooked in a variety of ways that are healthy and flavorful. Here are some of my favorite chicken entrees!
- Lemon Herb Chicken
- Air Fryer Preserved Lemon Chicken
- Summer Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
- Stir Fried Chicken in Lettuce Cups
- Middle Eastern Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
- Sweet and Spiced Chicken
- Lazy BBQ Chicken
- Mu Shu Chicken
- Middle Eastern Chicken Burgers
- Orange Chicken
- Chicken, Peach & Bell Pepper Skewers
- Marinated Chicken 6 Ways
- Perfect Roast Chicken
- Chicken Tikka with Cucumber Mint Raita
Salads
Salads are a great choice if you’re trying to eat a bit healthier. They’re super versatile and it’s easy to add tons of fresh veggies to them. Plus, dipping in a delicious salad dressing is a great way to get kids (or adults) who are hesitant about salads to try something new! Here are some of my favorite salads on weelicious!
- Heirloom Tomato Salad
- Fall Farmers Market Salad
- Vegetarian Nicoise Salad
- Grilled Chicken, Vegetable and Avocado Salad Board
- Citrus Herb Vinaigrette
- Persimmon Burrata Salad
- Winter Farmers Market Salad
- Salad Platter
- Summer Garden Salad
- Shaved Vegetable Salad
- Mediterranean Chopped Salad
- Chopped Brussels Sprouts Salad
- Easy Breezy Roast Veggie Salad
- Kale and Avocado Salad
- Strawberry Spinach Salad
- Apple, Pear and Goat Cheese Fall Salad
- Chinese Chicken Salad
- Grilled Vegetable Kimchi Salad
Healthy Salmon Entrees
Adding salmon into your diet can be a nutritious and delicious way to support your overall health. It’s a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and a range of vitamins and minerals. Check out these delicious salmon recipes!
- Salmon Superfood Salad
- Salmon with Fennel, Citrus and Olives
- Simple Air Fryer Salmon
- Salmon Burgers
- Broiled Salmon with Summer Fruit Salad
- Cedar Plank Salmon
- Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
- Simple Broiled Salmon
- Maple Soy Salmon
- Sweet Broiled Salmon
Vegetarian Entrees
Making sure you’re getting tons of protein and nutrients when eating as a vegetarian is super important. I have two vegetarians in my house and these are some of their favorite dishes that are also super healthy.
- Crispy Rice with Shiitakes and Cabbage
- Vegetarian Tagine
- Spiced Carrot Cauliflower Soup
- White Bean, Shiitake and Vegetable Bowl
- Spaghetti Squash Marinara
- Baked Farro with Lentils, Tomato and Mozzarella
- Vegetarian Baked Taquitos
- Crock Pot Lentil Veggie Stew
- Garbanzo Burgers
- Black Bean Cakes
- Roast Vegetable Pasta Sauce
- Japanese Vegetable Curry
- Vegetarian Crunchwrap Supreme
Healthy Side Dishes
Sides don’t have to be boring to be healthy. These veggies are super delicious and so good for you! Add some of these to your rotation this year!
- Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate and Garlic
- Sweet and Sour Roasted Squash
- Air Fryer Okra
- Roasted Kabocha Squash
- Sugar Snap Pea and Asparagus Saute
- Caramelized Carrots with Chermoula
- Air Fryer Veggies
- Asian Style Cauliflower Rice
- Cinnamon Roast Butternut Squash
- Grilled Lemon Asparagus
- Maple Roast Veggies
- Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon and Poppyseeds
- Turmeric Sauteed Greens
- Baked Zucchini Coins
Breakfast
A healthy, filling and delicious breakfast is the best way to start your day. They don’t call it the most important meal of the day for nothing!
- Whole Wheat Cinnamon Banana Pancakes
- Nut Free Granola
- Shakshuka
- Banana Split Breakfast
- Coconut Chia Breakfast Pudding
- Acai Bowls
- Super Healthy Granola
- Avocado Toast
- Veggie Filled Frittata
- Refrigerator Oatmeal
- Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal in the Crockpot
- Cottage Cheese Pancakes
- Baby Frittatas
- Spinach Ricotta Bites
- Protein Balls
Smoothies
Smoothies are one of my favorite ways to get extra nutrition into my kids’ bodies. I love them so much, I wrote a whole cookbook about it! You can add so many fruits and vegetables to one smoothie while also making sure they’re super tasty.
- Double Berry Smoothie
- Super Green Tropical Smoothie
- Green Breakfast Smoothie
- Double Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
- Tropical Smoothie
- Vanilla Avocado Greens Smoothie
- Tropical Protein Greens Smoothie
- Blueberry Chia Smoothie
- Cotton Candy Smoothie
- Immune Boosting Very Berry Smoothie
- Everything But Banana Smoothie
- Crazy Healthy Smoothie
- Bright Green Smoothie
- Tastes-Like-Ice-Cream Kale Smoothie
Healthy Snacks
Snacks are what keep my kids going. I try to send them to school with a snack that’s well balanced and actually going to make them feel fulfilled and ready to take on the rest of the day! Here are some of my favorites.
- Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
- No Bake Cookie Dough Balls
- Protein Bars
- Carrot Snack Sticks
- Green Treats
- Cucumber Stackers
- Flourless Pumpkin Chocolate Muffins
- Protein Balls
- Apple Cheese Wraps
- Spinach Cake Muffins
I hope this list of is helpful in kickstarting your new year with tons of healthy recipes to choose from! Save this post to reference throughout the year and let me know in the comments which healthy recipes are your favorites! Or tag me on social media if you make any of these!
