Healthy dinner party recipes (2024)

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  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.47 ratings

    Use up leftover roast or ready-cooked chicken in this healthy and warming soup, spiced with cumin and chilli

    • 25 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • Quick and easy fish stew

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.117 ratings

    This simple, speedy and healthy one-pot is packed with white fish fillets, king prawns, a rich tomato sauce and enough veg to count for 3 of your 5-a-day

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • Lighter chicken cacciatore

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.120 ratings

    The classic Italian 'hunter's stew' gets a healthy makeover, with low-fat chicken breasts, prosciutto and a rich herby tomato sauce

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.854 ratings

    The potatoes in this recipe take on the spicy flavours beautifully - our idea of the perfect veggie supper

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Avocado panzanella

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.29 ratings

    With just 20 minutes preparation and no cooking time you'll be able to whip up this colourful avocado and bread salad in no time

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegan
  • Mediterranean fish gratins

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.24 ratings

    These individual portions of fish in tomato sauce, topped with herby breadcrumbs, freeze beautifully - perfect for no-fuss entertaining

    • 1 hr 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.10 ratings

    Forage for some fresh spring greens and simmer with finely diced vegetables to make this vibrant, healthy, low-fat green soup

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Lighter South Indian fish curry

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.11 ratings

    Use reduced-fat coconut milk and white fish fillets to make a low-fat, low-calorie curry that's still luxuriously creamy

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Gluten-free
  • The ultimate makeover: Chicken pie

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.117 ratings

    Angela Nilsen reinvents a classic recipe to make chicken pie a healthy choice for you

    • 1 hr 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • Thai red duck with sticky pineapple rice

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.11 ratings

    Marinate duck breasts with red curry paste and lime, then serve with coconut rice, peas and beansprouts for a healthy weeknight dinner

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.8 ratings

    The apple and sage contrast beautifully with naturally sweet butternut squash in this low-fat, gluten-free festive dinner party starter

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegan
  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.4 ratings

    A combination of sweet, sour and nutty ingredients enhance the different varieties of beautiful radish in this recipe

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Gluten-free
  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.99 ratings

    A delicious, healthy lunch or starter that's great hot or cold. This easy soup is low in calories, Serve swirled with yogurt

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Lighter Cassoulet

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.7 ratings

    This traditionally rich, slow-cooked, French casserole is made healthier with lean gammon steak and pork shoulder for a hearty, warming meal

    • 5 hrs
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.152 ratings

    Try this curry with a touch of Thai flavours, ready in 30 minutes

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.8 ratings

    Try this simpler, lighter version of bouillabaisse, a classic fish soup - serve with toasted slices of baguette to mop up the tomato based sauce

    • 2 hrs 45 mins
    • More effort
    • Healthy
  • Tagliatelle with vegetable ragu

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.45 ratings

    This veggie Bolognese-style sauce is great served with pasta and crams in three of your five-a-day

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Healthy fish pie

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.119 ratings

    Making fish pie can be a palaver - not this one! Our healthy fish pie is simple to make and ready in just over an hour

    • 1 hr 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • Whole stuffed roast fish with fennel

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    This roast fish dish was inspired by Sicily, where the aromatic spices and dried fruit of Arabian cuisine meet with the fresh fish and veg of the Med

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • A star rating of 3.3 out of 5.8 ratings

    Make the most of seasonal kale and give this soup added depth with sweet apple and a crunchy walnut topping - perfect as a healthy lunch

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • The ultimate makeover: potato dauphinoise

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.25 ratings

    Crème fraîche, stock and semi-skimmed milk replace traditional ingredients to make this the healthiest dauphinoise yet

    • 2 hrs
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Teriyaki steak with fennel slaw

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.9 ratings

    This flavoursome Asian-style dish is low in fat and easy to make

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
  • Green bean salad

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.13 ratings

    This summery vegan green bean salad is flavoured with fresh mint and uses just five ingredients. Put it together for a speedy al fresco side dish

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegan
Healthy dinner party recipes (2024)

FAQs

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 a good dish to take to a dinner party? ›

Dinner party mains
  • One-pot chicken chasseur. A star rating of 4.8 out of 5. ...
  • Lamb biryani. A star rating of 4.6 out of 5. ...
  • Beef bourguignon with celeriac mash. ...
  • Mustard-stuffed chicken. ...
  • Goat's cheese & thyme stuffed chicken. ...
  • One-pan salmon with roast asparagus. ...
  • Butternut chilli. ...
  • Smoked salmon & lemon risotto.

What can I order healthy for dinner? ›

Soups and Burgers
  • Broth-Based Soup. Broth-based vegetable soups are often healthier options than cream-based soups. ...
  • Veggie Burger. Traditional burgers are high in saturated fat, which may increase your cholesterol and lead to weight gain. ...
  • Vegetarian Chili. A vegetarian chili can be a satisfying and filling choice.
Nov 28, 2023

What is the healthiest cheap meal? ›

Roast Chicken and Vegetables

This healthy and easy take on a Sunday roast involves nothing complicated at all: Just roast potatoes, carrots, celery and onion (tossed with a little olive oil) on a baking sheet, and then place the chicken breasts on top to cook.

How can I cook cheaply and healthily? ›

More healthy on a budget recipes
  1. No-stir baked risotto primavera. ...
  2. Cheat's primavera ravioli. ...
  3. Spicy chicken pasta salad. ...
  4. Easy gravy. ...
  5. New potato salad with griddled asparagus and soft boiled eggs. ...
  6. Braised greens on toast. ...
  7. Sweet potato and black bean chilli bowls with cherry tomato salsa.

How do you stay on a diet at a party? ›

Additional tips for eating healthy at parties
  1. Smaller portions make a big difference.
  2. Slow down and enjoy; the slower you eat, the more full you'll feel.
  3. Get away from the food table so you're not tempted to go back for more.
Feb 2, 2017

How can I eat healthy around friends? ›

5 Easy Ways to Stick To Your Diet When Eating Out With Your...
  1. Online Menu. Consider selecting your options online early so you won't need to make the decision at the table. ...
  2. Meal Modification. ...
  3. Pick the Right Place. ...
  4. Portion Adjustments. ...
  5. Play it Cool.

How do you party healthy? ›

9 Fail-proof Tips for Eating Healthy at Social Gatherings
  1. Eat before you go. ...
  2. Place limits. ...
  3. Plan ahead. ...
  4. Drink lots of water and eat fruits and veggies. ...
  5. Have a big salad before the main course. ...
  6. Log what you eat, so you'll be more aware of it.
  7. Avoid alcohol. ...
  8. Bring your own.

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