50+ Healthy Dinner Recipes (2024)

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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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FAQs

What is the best dinner for senior? ›

Allman also has a few go-to meals that typically meet nutritional needs for seniors:
  • Citrus salmon with baked sweet potato and steamed broccoli.
  • Hummus veggie wrap.
  • Chicken and veggies with whole grain pasta and pesto. ...
  • Roasted Veggie Couscous.
  • Curry Egg Salad lettuce wraps.
May 25, 2022

What should I eat at 55? ›

To lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer and increase your overall well-being, focus on eating a diet that includes lots of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low-fat dairy, lean meats, fish, eggs, and nuts.

What is the healthiest meal you can eat every day? ›

Emergency doctors share 7 longevity foods they eat to stay 'healthy, full and energized' every day
  1. Nuts. Nuts are high in protein and more environmentally friendly than meat. ...
  2. Hummus. ...
  3. Vegetables. ...
  4. Avocados. ...
  5. Olives. ...
  6. Roasted seaweed. ...
  7. Hard-boiled eggs.
Mar 24, 2023

What is a simple protein meal for the elderly? ›

Try a can of rinsed chickpeas mixed with quinoa, fresh parsley and tomato. Add in some feta cheese for extra “yum” and protein. High protein soup. Soup or pureed food is great for seniors who struggle with tough textures.

Which food is not recommended for senior citizens? ›

Fried Foods

Fried foods are especially unhealthy for seniors as they are high in saturated and trans fats, which can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes. Eating fried foods too often can contribute to obesity and other health issues.

What are the easy meals for seniors? ›

One can do scrambled eggs , boiled pasta and cooked rice in microwave. Pre cooked meals can be frozen and heated up in microwave. Creating affordable, easy-to-prepare meals for an elderly person who can't cook is essential for their nutrition and well-being.

Which food is good for 50 year old woman? ›

To lose weight more effectively in your fifties, choose to eat more whole grains, plenty of fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, healthy fats, legumes, fish, and poultry. Eating a higher-protein diet has also been shown to help with weight loss in people over age 50.

How to lose weight age 50? ›

Although it can be more difficult to lose weight after a person reaches 50 years of age, there are many lifestyle changes that they can make to help them reach and maintain a moderate weight. These include cooking more meals at home, cutting down on sugary drinks and snacks, and getting more physical activity.

What is the best dinner to lose belly fat? ›

What foods burn belly fat fast?
  • Olive oil.
  • Beans.
  • Legumes.
  • Nuts.
  • Seeds.
  • Plain yogurt.
  • Fatty fish such as tuna, salmon, mackerel, anchovy, herring, sardines.
  • Eggs, skinless chicken, and lean meats.

How to lose 10 pounds in a week? ›

To lose 10 pounds in one week, you'll need to burn between 3,500 and 5,000 calories more than you consume each day by restricting your diet to small portions of nutritious yet low-calorie foods, and significantly increasing your aerobic exercise with interval training, sports, and other vigorous activities.

What are the 10 most healthy foods? ›

Here are the top 15 foods you should be eating according to our experts:
  • Fish. ...
  • Broccoli or any of the cruciferous vegetables. ...
  • Beets. ...
  • Spinach and other leafy green vegetables. ...
  • Kale. ...
  • Peanut butter. ...
  • Almonds. ...
  • Mangos.
Apr 5, 2019

What is a balanced healthy dinner? ›

It is generally agreed that a balanced plate consists of one quarter proteins, one quarter carbohydrates and one half vegetables. ©Shutterstock/ifong. A very common piece of nutrition advice around the world is to 'eat a balanced diet.

What is the healthiest thing to cook on? ›

Here are 5 nutrient-packed oils that deserve a spot in your pantry.
  • Olive Oil. Olive oil is popular for a reason. ...
  • Avocado Oil. Avocado oil boasts a lot of the same benefits as extra virgin olive oil, but with a higher smoking point, making it great for sauteing or pan frying. ...
  • Coconut Oil. ...
  • Sunflower Oil. ...
  • Butter.
Oct 25, 2023

What is the healthiest meat to eat? ›

But to break it down in terms of meats only, and which is the healthiest, here's our list featuring the best:
  • Top overall: Lean cuts. ...
  • Lean cuts of Pork: ...
  • Healthiest: Skinless Turkey Meat. ...
  • Healthiest: Skinless Chicken Breast. ...
  • Healthiest: Flank, strip steak, and 95% lean ground beef. ...
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