Hearty Not Heavy: 12 Healthy Dinners That Seriously Satisfy

By Jenn Segal

Eating healthy doesn’t need to leave you hungry. From turkey meatloaf to cauliflower fried rice, these delicious, healthy dinners always hit the spot.

Turkey Meatloaf

Generously seasoned and topped with a tangy-sweet BBQ glaze, this turkey meatloaf is a huge family pleaser.
Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a one-skillet dish of eggs poached in a smoky, spicy, vegetable-laden tomato sauce. Don’t forget the bread for mopping up the sauce.
Cioppino (Fisherman’s Stew)

Brimming with fresh seafood in a tomato and wine broth that tastes like the sea, cioppino is a wonderful and light Italian-American fish stew.
Thai-Inspired Chicken & Rice Noodle Soup

This fragrant, flavor-packed Thai chicken noodle soup will leave you feeling happy and satisfied.
Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta)

Greek shrimp nestled in a spiced tomato sauce, topped with chunks of feta, and then baked until golden is one of my go-to dinners when I have to hit the kitchen running.
Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad with Walnuts, Parmesan & Lemon-Mustard Dressing

This salad of crisp greens, walnuts and a lemony Dijon dressing tastes like a healthful, crunchy Caesar. Top it with grilled salmon, steak or chicken to make it a meal.
Cauliflower Fried Rice

Chinese-style cauliflower fried rice is a healthy, low-carb dish that’s hearty enough to serve as a main course.
Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a bright and chunky summer vegetable stew, rich with olive oil and fragrant with garlic and herbs. A hunk of good bread makes it a delicious vegetarian supper.
Thai-Style Minced Chicken Lettuce Cups

Boldly flavored with ginger, lime and chili pepper, these Thai minced chicken lettuce cups touch all your taste sensations.
Vietnamese Shredded Chicken Salad

Made with a rotisserie chicken, this dinner salad is easy to whip up and full of bright, spicy Southeast Asian flavor.
Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard and Pecan-Panko Crust

With a crunchy, full-of-flavor topping, this salmon is easy enough for a weeknight, but also totally company worthy.
Thai-Inspired Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut Milk

This Thai-style butternut squash soup is soothing and flavorful, and the heat from the curry and Sriracha will warm you right up. A scoop of jasmine rice makes it a meal.