9 Light & Healthy Post-Holiday Dinners

By Jenn Segal

The holidays are over; time to put away your stretchy pants (for now) and get back on track. From bbq turkey meatloaf to cauliflower fried rice, these post-holiday dinners are all full of flavor but light on calories.

White Chicken Chili

This recipe calls for rotisserie chicken, but feel free to substitute leftover turkey. It’s a hearty one-pot meal that you can have on the table in under an hour.
Cauliflower Fried Rice

This Chinese-style cauliflower fried rice is a healthy, low-carb dish that’s hearty enough to serve as a main course.
Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta)

One of my go-to weeknight dinners: Greek shrimp nestled in a spiced tomato sauce, topped with chunks of feta, and then baked until golden.
Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard and Pecan-Panko Crust

This baked salmon with a crunchy topping takes just 20 minutes to make, yet it’s elegant enough for company.
Turkey Meatloaf

Generously seasoned and topped with a BBQ glaze, this turkey meatloaf is full-flavored and satisfying. A family favorite!
Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a one-skillet dish of eggs poached in a smoky, spicy, vegetable-laden tomato sauce. Don’t forget a crusty baguette for mopping up the sauce.
Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry

There is much to love about this Chinese vegetable stir-fry: meaty shiitake mushrooms, crunchy broccoli, sweet bell peppers and a garlicky brown sauce.
Egyptian Barley Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Inspired by the flavors of Egypt, this gorgeous barley salad is adorned with feta, scallions, pistachios, raisins and pomegranate seeds.
Char Siu Chicken

Adapted from Vietnamese Food Any Day: Simple Recipes for True, Fresh Flavors by Andrea Nguyen (Copyright © 2019), this savory-sweet char siu chicken is easy to make and hard to resist.