Healthy back-to-school dinners to make busy work evenings easier
The year is starting to head into busy mode, so getting dinner on the table can feel like a chore. We’ve compiled 20 easy-to-make meals that are loaded with flavour and also very healthy.
We’ve got better-for-you versions of carbonara, zucchini slice, tacos and more.
Healthier Chinese lemon chicken
We’ve made popular Chinese lemon chicken better for you, so you can enjoy it any night of the week!
The classic tuna mornay has been transformed into a healthy dinner bowl the whole family will love.
Healthy chicken and coconut curry
On the table in 40 minutes, this creamy coconut chicken curry is full of fresh vegies and served with quinoa for a healthy dinner.
Healthy zucchini superfood slice
This healthy version of the family-favourite zucchini slice is loaded with quinoa, zucchini and kale, and makes a perfect vegetarian dinner or lunchbox filler.
Loaded with black beans and fresh vegies, these lighter vegetarian nachos are perfect as a quick and easy midweek meal or as a starter when entertaining guests.
We’ve given classic creamy pasta salad a healthy makeover by using buckwheat pasta and a lighter zesty dressing, as well adding lots of nutritious ingredients such as vegies, seeds and chicken.
Healthy chicken and vegie stir-fry
Ready in 35 minutes, this healthy Asian stir-fry is loaded with chicken, noodles and vegies, and will be a new family favourite.
The words “healthy” plus “meatloaf” might not usually get you excited but Taste.com.au members are adamant that this recipe is a winner!
Healthy-yet-creamy pea and ham pasta
A quick, easy and irresistibly creamy pasta dish that’s healthier too - what could be better for a weeknight dinner?
This super quick carbonara dish is packed with vegetables so you don’t have to feel too guilty during your next pasta indulgence!
Lentils, cherry tomatoes and basil provide a rich colour and flavour for this bright, modern take on beef bolognese that the family will love. The best part is that it’ll be ready in just 20 minutes.
Chicken, mint and pea frittata
Got cooked chook, spinach and eggs in the house? You’ve got dinner! This fast, flavoursome dish is heroically healthy and purse-friendly, too.
It’s easy to give in to temptation when the pizza’s this good and good for you!
For a low-fat dinner, try our flavour-packed turkey san choy bau, ready in just 17 minutes.
Healthy beef mince Thai noodle salad
This Thai beef mince noodle salad ticks all the boxes: it’s quick, it’s easy, it’s healthy, it’s affordable and of course, it’s delicious.
Healthier turkey chilli con carne
Made with turkey mince, this better-for-you chilli con carne will be a firm family favourite.
Better-for-you sweet potato tacos
Using lean beef mince and loaded with 5.5 serves of vegies, this healthier take on tacos will be a new family favourite.
Carrot, black bean and coriander fritters with smoky avocado salsa
Ready in 40 minutes, these healthy vegetarian fritters make a perfect weeknight meal.
Our lower-fat recipe hits the spot with its authentic taste. No butter here, just butternut pumpkin, plus skinny yoghurt for creaminess.
Quick and healthy chicken piccata bowl
This lemony chicken piccata bowl ticks all the dinnertime boxes: it’s super quick, low in calories and fat, and tastes amazing to boot.
For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.
Originally published as Healthy back-to-school dinners to make busy work evenings easier
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