45 Healthy Recipes the Whole Family Can Agree On

This vibrant, one-pan chicken and vegetable stir-fry is a healthy weeknight dinner that doesn't compromise on flavor or texture. A quick and simple Chinese cooking technique called "velveting" is used to prepare the chicken, ensuring every bite is incredibly juicy and succulent. The recipe is packed with an array of nutrient-rich vegetables like napa cabbage, red bell peppers and snow peas, providing a fantastic boost of vitamins and antioxidants. Aromatics such as ginger, garlic and basil infuse the dish with lively heat and a fresh flavor profile. Served over fluffy white rice, this wholesome meal comes together in less than 30 minutes.

There is a simple secret to the incredible texture and flavor of this quick and hearty cannellini bean and tomato stew. By reserving and using the starchy liquid from the canned beans — often poured down the drain — this recipe achieves a rich, creamy consistency without added thickeners. Paired with a savory tomato base, aromatic herbs and Parmesan, this dish is a delicious and effortless way to elevate a humble pantry staple into a deeply satisfying and healthy meal. Serve with warm, crusty ciabatta bread for a simple and rustic dinner.

Pork chops, potatoes and carrots get the air fryer treatment in this healthy one-pan meal. The pork and veggies are perfectly seasoned with a smoky, savory blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and dried basil, ensuring a dish that appeals to both kids and adults. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this simple recipe makes weeknight dinner a breeze.

Need a break from tomato sauce? Try blending red peppers, garlic and warm chicken broth to make a quick and delicious accompaniment to shredded chicken.

This quick, flavorful and healthy side is done from fridge to table in under 30 minutes. We trim off the top and bottom of the squash, poke it all over and cook it in the microwave in a fraction of the time it would take to roast it. If you wanted to make this a complete meal, juicy turkey meatballs would be a delightful accompaniment to this pasta alternative.

Fuel your family’s morning with these fluffy banana-coconut pancakes made with a wholesome blend of all-purpose and buckwheat flours. Naturally sweetened with ripe banana, these pancakes get irresistible flavor and texture from coconut and mini chocolate chips. We suggest making them kid-sized, but you could also increase the amount of batter in each for heartier knife-and-fork portions. Either way they’re perfectly comforting served with banana slices, a sprinkle of chocolate chips and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Here's a healthy dinner the whole family can get excited about: pizza! We use store-bought refrigerated pizza dough to speed things up, making this veggie-topped pizza perfect for busy weeknights.

You’ll never have to skip dessert again with this lightened-up banana pudding. Cornstarch-thickened pudding (also known as cheater's pudding!) creates the same thick, luscious texture as homemade custard — with almost none of the fat.

These fluffy mini muffins are a healthy, kid-friendly snack you can feel extra good about serving. Freeze-dried strawberries give them a concentrated berry flavor and vibrant color and ensures every bite is packed with fruity taste. We used whole-wheat flour and rolled oats to add whole grains and sweetened them nicely with ripe banana and a touch of brown sugar, They’re a nutritious treat parents and kids alike will appreciate.

This gluten-free meal is great any night of the week but you can also make it as part o fyour meal prep, too. To cook and eat later, simply divide your spaghetti and meatballs evenly into glass baking dishes and freeze.

This deconstructed burger is ready in a matter of minutes — and still has all the flavor of a classic patty.

This family-friendly dish is loaded with all sorts of good-for-you ingredients like mushrooms, artichoke hearts and peas. Top it off with a creamy, homemade alfredo sauce to tie eveything together.

If you're looking for a hearty and healthful meal, consider this dried mushroom and barley soup. The barley adds nuttiness, a sprinkle of flour lends viscosity to the broth and the dried mushrooms provide meatiness and umami. If you have fresh mushrooms on hand, you can add them, too. The result is a deliciously nourishing, vegetarian dish that everyone will love.

Classic chicken fingers just got a healthy makeover: simply bake your chicken strips instead frying. The skewers make them easy to eat and help your little ones keep their hands clean!

No one will be able to say no to these delicious mini meatballs. They're full of fresh garlic and basil, a breeze to make — and downright fun to eat!

This dish tastes just like your favorite summer salad, only heartier. If you haven't tried a one-pot pasta yet, do: It's a great timesaving trick. Place all the ingredients in the pot together, add enough water and simmer. The noodles and sauce cook together, which means this dinner is ready in just 15 minutes.

The best way to incorporate more veggies into your meals? Throw them into a pasta dish! This fun spin on ratatouille brings together an assortment of grilled vegetables for a dish everyone will love.

We cook these crispy fish fillets in the oven (instead of deep-frying them in hot oil) to keep them healthy. Served with a quick-and-simple potato salad they make for delicious and filling meal.

Just because dinner is healthy doesn't have to mean it's bland! The clever use of aromatic veggies, fresh herbs and spicy cherry peppers gives this past dinner plenty of flavor.