Zucchini Fries | Hidden Veggies
These baked zucchini fries make a change from the potato version, and theyre a lot healthier as well. You might even be able to convince the kids that theyre regular chips!
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Kumara)
Try this wonderfully healthy variation on a margherita pizza - sweet potatoes (kumara) stuffed with pasta sauce, herbs and cheese.
Breakfast biscuits
If school mornings are crazy at your house like they are at mine then you will love these breakfast biscuits. They are choc-full of healthy oats, raisins and coconut. This makes them perfect for eating on the way to school in the car and will give them enough energy to make it to recess.
Creamy low-fat custard
This creamy low-fat custard is so easy that you will make it again and again. It is perfect in trifles, over fruit and on puddings.
Brown sugar porridge
A warm welcoming bowl of porridge is a great way to start a cold day. Oats are full of fibre and are low GI; team them with toasted walnuts, brown sugar and pie apples for a complete breakfast.
Beef and glass noodle stir fry
This stir fry is a quick and tasty meal you can get on the table in under half an hour. The glass noodles are softened in boiling water for five minutes before being added to the beef and vegetables in the wok - a great alternative to boiled rice.
Kale chips
If you really love potato chips but they are off limits because you are watching your weight then these kale chips may be the answer. They arent exactly the same but they will satisfy that craving for a salty snack.
Tabouli salad
No need to buy tabouleh from the supermarket, it's really easy to make your own. And it tastes even better the next day!
Healthy chicken parmigiana
This healthy chicken parmigiana has half the saturated fat of a traditional chicken 'parma' and is very easy to make. Your taste buds (and your hips!) will thank you for this recipe
Roasted pumpkin, garlic and ricotta lasagne
The flavour in this vegetable lasagne is really gorgeous and it's a fantastic option for Meatless Monday.
BBQ chicken salad for the exhausted shopper
Get dinner on the table in 20 minutes with this super-easy chicken salad. Grab a BBQ chicken from the supermarket, some baby spinach, an avocado and tomatoes. Make up the simple dressing and you're done!
Peach pineapple and coconut popsicles
These peach, pineapple and coconut popsicles are a taste of the tropics and are so easy to make. You just throw them into the blender and freeze.
California Salsa
This zesty salsa is a burst of sunshine for your tastebuds. Tomatoes, chilli and coriander make a beautiful mix to brush on barbecue meat or as a side to dip crunchy tortilla chips in.
Spring frittata
Make the most of spring vegetables with this lovely frittata for lunch or dinner. Low on fat and big on taste, this will soon become a family favourite.
Quinoa Cheeseburger with Barbecue Onions
These quinoa cheeseburgers are perfect for when youve got a craving but want to go light on the meat. They are oh-so-tasty and really, really healthy.
Thai roasted tofu with ginger, basil and chilli vegetables
Need a tasty, healthy dinner? This easy Thai vegetarian stir-fry is a great choice. Diet friendly yet packed full of flavour, its loaded with hints of garlic, ginger, basil and chilli with crunchy teriyaki vegetables and roasted tofu. A tasty way to up the family's vegie levels!
Chicken wraps
These chicken wraps are the perfect midweek meal. They are quick to prepare and packed full of healthy salad. Cooking the chicken with just a spray of canola oil makes them relatively low in fat as well. You can wrap these in foil and take them on a picnic or wrap a spare for tomorrow's lunch.
Fish tacos
Try this fishy version of a Mexican favourite for a healthy meal idea that the while family will love. Get the kids fixing their own dinner by placing the ingredients in little bowls so they can serve themselves.
Zigzag chicken skewers
The combination of chicken, haloumi and red capsicum is a great way to jazz up ‘chicken on a stick’. These zigzag chicken skewers can be made a few hours in advance. Great for dinner or even pop them on the BBQ.
Wintry Superfood Salad
A delicious wintry salad that can be turned in to a healthy meal with the addition of beef, chicken, tofu or chick peas.
Traffic light salad
This salad is very quick to prepare and the kids will love the colours. Using red, yellow and green capsicum makes it really bright and colourful. This is a perfect side for your barbecued meat.
Cauliflower and leek soup
This tasty soup recipe is a fast way to fill tummies on a cold winter's day. It takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and will have them asking for a second bowl in no time.
Spring pesto chicken
Make the most of seasonal green veggies, with this utterly delish spring pesto chicken dish. It's a cinch to prepare and will take less than 30 minutes to cook - perfect those nights when you don't have a lot of time.
Summer steak with tomato salad
Perfect for mid-week meal on a hot day, this steak with tomato salad is sure to go down well. Tenderise the steak before you cook it to make it easier to chew for your little ones.
Cinnamon apple chips
These healthy cinnamon apple chips are sweetened with natural agave syrup. Slice them up and bake for a healthy snack.
Cheesy cauliflower slice
Serve this nutritious slice as a healthy afternoon snack, or as a tasty side for lunch or dinner. Hot or cold, these hidden veggie bites will be guzzled with gusto!
Herb crusted fish
If you need an easy fish dish for your weekly repertoire, this herb crusted fish is it. Light, healthy and lemony fresh, this herb crusted fish is done in 15 minutes.