These Are The Healthy Recipes That Won 2015 (2024)

Here's what our editors and readers loved this year.

by Melissa JamesonBuzzFeed Staff
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We recently asked BuzzFeed Life’s editors, writers, and readers to share the favorite healthy recipe they made this past year. Here’s what they said.

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1. Sweet Potato Pad Thai

"This was my first time cooking sweet potato noodles. (And admittedly, I totally overcooked them and they turned to mush.) But all of the other good things in this — plus that ridiculously easy Pad Thai sauce — made it the best mush ever. —Rachel Christensen

Recipe here.

2. Quinoa, Feta, and Spinach-Stuffed Baked Tomatoes

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simplyrealhealth.com

"These were one of my summer staples. They're so easy to put together and super versatile. To make them more filling, I've swapped the quinoa for brown rice and added ground turkey." —Melissa Harrison

Recipe here.

3. Apple & Kale Salad with Creamy Garlic Dijon Dressing

"I love this dressing. You can quickly throw it together in a food processor, it's incredibly rich, and it makes even the chewiest kale irresistible." —Natalie Brown

Recipe here.

4. Whipped Banana Oatmeal with Ground Flax

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"This recipe is great because you can peel and freeze bananas when they're super ripe and about to rot, and then just have them on hand all the time. As you cook the sliced banana in the oatmeal, it dissolves and not only makes the oats perfectly sweet but also makes them fluffy and more voluminous, which feels really satisfying." —Christine Byrne

Recipe here.

5. Green Lentil Soup With Curried Brown Butter

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101cookbooks.com

"I can never believe how packed with flavor this soup is. It's also super duper inexpensive to make." —Rachel Christensen

Recipe here.

6. Spaghetti Squash with Bacon, Spinach & Goat Cheese

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"I am OBSESSED with this recipe, no exaggeration. It made me change my mind about spaghetti squash "pastas" — which I previously thought were an abomination — because it's so damn delicious and easy." —Anna Borges

Recipe here.

7. Tomato & Sausage Soup

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food52.com

"This is such an easy soup to throw together. I usually just use 1 tbsp of fat in it, and sometimes use regular Italian sausage instead of chicken (though it's higher in fat that way). It's a quick, easy, warm recipe that I can eat for a few days." —Natalie Brown

Recipe here.

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8. Spinach, Egg & Rice Bowl

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budgetbytes.com

"I make this spinach, egg, and rice bowl for breakfast fairly regularly, although I add some broccoli to bulk it up a little more. Healthy, filling, and cheap." —unituna

Recipe here.

9. Baked Salmon with Creamy Avocado Sauce

"Absolutely delicious, and full of protein and omega 3’s. I usually pair it with snap peas and it makes for a filling and nutritious dinner." —Gabrielle S.

Recipe here.

10. Blueberry Cheesecake Frozen Pops

"These blueberry cheesecake popsicles made with cottage cheese are a great snack for a protein pick-me-up, plus there's no added sugar. Just pureed blueberries!" —Erin Plunkett, Facebook

Recipe here.

11. Chicken, Bean & Spinach Soup

"Cost-effective, freezer-friendly, and perfect for those trying to keep both their figure and bank account in check." —Zoraya Smalley, Facebook

Recipe here.

12. Nicoise Salad

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theviewfromgreatisland.com

"Low-fat tuna, roasted potatoes, and a tangy vinaigrette. Super good, super healthy, and really fun to make. Great for a summer backyard lunch." —Chloe

Recipe here.

13. Easy Chocolate Tofu Mousse

"Fully vegan and full of protein." —Erika & Gabrielle

Video here.

14. Spicy Sriracha Lime Chicken Zoodle Soup

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peasandcrayons.com

"I just toss in whatever leftover veggies I have in the fridge!" —Jenn

Recipe here.

15. Portobello Pizzas

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light-travels.co

"The portobello cap makes a nice, meaty base. Top it with some Parmesan cheese and fresh basil and you’ve got yourself some incredible, nutritious little pizza pies." —Carly

Recipe here.

16. Banana Ice Cream

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"You literally just freeze chopped bananas, then blend them in a food processor until they're smooth. It's so simple and tastes as great as actual ice cream — minus the added sugar and preservatives." —GoldenZ

Instructions (for a version that also adds a bit of Nutella) here.

17. Curried Yellow Split Pea Soup

"I make this curried yellow split pea soup at least twice a month. It's vegan, full of protein and fiber, and SO incredibly good." —Sarah Schutz, Facebook

Recipe here.

18. Two-Ingredient Pancakes

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thekitchn.com

"They’re easy, delicious, and all that’s in them is bananas and eggs. They’re perfect for Sunday mornings." —Shealianne

Recipe here.

19. Spaghetti With Vegetarian Lentil Bolognese

"This stuff is amazing." —Daydreaming Dragonfly

Recipe here.

20. Sesame Brown Rice Noodle Salad

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yummybeet.com

"Packable, pretty, vegan, and gluten-free. And, it has smoked tofu which is addictive AF." —Allison Day, Facebook

Recipe here.

21. Couscous With Caramelized Figs & Lemon Yogurt

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haapsandbarley.com!COUSCOUS-WITH-CARAMELIZED-FIGS-LEMON-YOGURT

—Amanda Marie, Facebook

Recipe here.

22. Greek Cucumber Noodles with Tomatoes, Olives & Avocado

Kreestm

Recipe here.

23. Slow Cooker Chicken Posole

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lovebakesgoodcakes.com

"Much better than your everyday chicken soup." –Freefalling

Recipe here.

24. Mini Blueberry & Chocolate Tart

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cleancheatrepeat.wordpress.com

"Vegan and gluten-free, with no refined sugar." –Cathy926

Recipe here.

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FAQs

What is the best healthy dinner? ›

Here are some healthy dinner ideas:
  • Grilled chicken breast with roasted vegetables and quinoa.
  • Stir-fry with tofu, vegetables and brown rice.
  • Lentil soup with a side salad.
  • Baked salmon with sweet potato wedges and steamed asparagus.
  • Chickpea salad with mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, and avocado.
Feb 1, 2023

What do I have for dinner tonight? ›

Simple and easy meals
  • Fish puttanesca.
  • Chicken and mushroom pie.
  • Beetroot falafel pitta with carrot slaw.
  • Creamy squash and sage gnocchi.
  • Mushroom and gnocchi bake.
  • Smoked mackerel with rainbow lentil slaw.
  • Fish puttanesca.
  • Chicken and mushroom pie.

What is the best meals to eat everyday? ›

What foods are healthy to eat every day? According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 , each day you should aim to eat a variety of fruit, vegetables, dairy, grains, and foods containing protein (either plant-based or from lean meats or fish).

What are the top 10 healthiest dinners? ›

It's dinnertime: ZOE members' top recipes
  • Chickpea & broccoli pasta.
  • Lentil & eggplant stew.
  • Veggie shepherd's pie.
  • Harissa traybake.
  • Noodle salad.
  • Cod & salsa salad.
  • Kale salad.
  • Mushroom stir-fry.
Mar 19, 2024

What is the best dinner for night? ›

Here are some healthy dinner ideas:
  • Grilled chicken or fish with roasted vegetables and quinoa or brown rice.
  • Vegetable stir-fry with tofu or shrimp and served with whole wheat noodles or brown rice.
  • Black bean and sweet potato tacos with a side of mixed greens.
  • Lentil and vegetable soup with a side of whole wheat bread.
Jan 23, 2023

What is a good dinner that everyone would like? ›

27 Quick And Easy Dinners Your Whole Family Will Love
  • One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta. tasty.co. ...
  • Garlic Broccoli Shrimp Stir-Fry. tasty.co. ...
  • 3-Ingredient Teriyaki Chicken. tasty.co. ...
  • Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa. ...
  • Taco Soup. ...
  • One-Pot Chicken and Mushroom Pasta. ...
  • One-Pan Garlic Butter Salmon. ...
  • 20-Minute Beef and Broccoli Noodle Stir-Fry.
Oct 25, 2023

What can you eat for breakfast? ›

Breakfast Ideas
  • eggs.
  • French toast, waffles, or pancakes (try wheat or whole-grain varieties)
  • cold cereal and milk.
  • hot cereal, such as oatmeal or cream of wheat (try some dried fruit or nuts on top)
  • whole-grain toast, bagel, or English muffin with cheese.
  • yogurt with fruit or nuts.

What to cook when having friends for dinner? ›

  • Creamy courgette lasagne. A star rating of 4.6 out of 5. 670 ratings.
  • Classic lasagne. A star rating of 4.7 out of 5. 227 ratings.
  • One-pan piri piri chicken dinner. A star rating of 5 out of 5. 37 ratings.
  • Chinese-style braised beef one-pot. A star rating of 4.7 out of 5. 269 ratings.

How do I decide what to cook for dinner? ›

  1. Make a list of meals. I keep an ongoing list of all the meals we like to eat and the ones I like to make. ...
  2. Make a calendar. Next, I needed a place to write down my meal plan. ...
  3. Use a dinner “themes” Step 3 is the BIG task: I needed to decide what to cook on which days. ...
  4. Plan variety.
Jun 19, 2023

Is Peanut Butter good or bad for you? ›

Eating peanut butter alongside other nutritious foods is perfectly healthy — as long as you don't exceed your calorie needs. Peanut butter is high in calories and could lead to excess calorie intake if not consumed in moderation. However, it is still a high-quality food that provides numerous nutrients.

Are eggs healthy? ›

Hen's eggs (from Gallus gallus domesticus) provide choline, folate, vitamin D, iodine, B vitamins and high-quality protein and are no longer viewed by national bodies as a risk factor for hypercholesterolaemia and cardiovascular disease (CVD).

What foods to eat to lose weight? ›

12 Metabolism-Boosting Foods to Aid Weight Loss
  • Fish & Shellfish. Metabolism-Boosting Powers: Fish (salmon, tuna, sardines and mackerel) are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein. ...
  • Legumes (Also known as beans) ...
  • Chili Peppers. ...
  • Lean Meats. ...
  • Low-Fat Milk. ...
  • Broccoli. ...
  • Lentils. ...
  • Oatmeal.

What is the best food for dinner to lose weight? ›

So, we've curated a list of seven weight-loss foods that you can eat for dinner:
  1. Soup. You can never go wrong with soup. ...
  2. A bowlful of salad. When it comes to salad, you have unlimited options. ...
  3. Idli. We're not talking about white rice idlis here. ...
  4. Grilled chicken or fish. ...
  5. Quinoa. ...
  6. Cottage cheese. ...
  7. A bowl of lentils.
Aug 25, 2020

What is the healthiest late-night meal? ›

Limited fat and protein

At night, that could lead to uncomfortable symptoms like reflux or bloating, so you're better off eating carbs and a little protein, she says. For example, scrambled eggs with a side of fruit, a small salad with nuts and chickpeas, or a piece of chicken and steamed veggies.

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