Chilli beef with choy sum
Crisp veggies and spiced tender beef served on a bed of fluffy rice - this Asian-inspired dish puts takeaway to shame and is sure to become a family favourite.
Greek salad
Greek salad is a traditional dish that is packed full of fresh flavours. Ripe tomatoes are complimented with salty feta cheese and tangy olives.
Tuna and egg salad (lazy nicoise)
A classic nicoise salad combines tomatoes, tuna, eggs, olives and anchovies - which is great to make as long as you don't have fussy kids wanting to pick out the 'black things'. So try this pared-back version that will make everyone very happy indeed.
Healthy glazed meatballs
Meatballs are popular with everyone in the family. These lovely healthy meatballs are cooked in a tasty Asian-style glaze and will appeal to the kids. Give them a fork and let them get to it!
French rissoles
These French rissoles use chicken mince and fresh herbs for a fast family dish. You can serve these up with mash and steamed green vegetables. They will become a family favourite in no time.
Chocolate nut balls
These high-protein, high-iron snacks are great for study times when kids are craving a sweet attack.
Healthy Mexican wedges with corn salsa
These tasty wedges make a complete meal with the yummy corn salsa or a delish side for a Mexican fiesta. Who doesn't love wedges for dinner?
Pear rocket walnut and parmesan salad
This classic salad combination of pear, rocket, walnuts and parmesan cheese that can be a light meal on its own or a great accompaniment to barbecued or grilled meat or fish.
Asian salmon salad
Ideal for a light lunch or a summer night's dinner, this salad incorporates delicious asian flavours, rice noodles and grilled salmon. We think even the kids might like this one.
Chicken matzo ball soup
This soup is traditionally served at the Jewish festival of Passover. The chicken broth is rich and tasty while the balls of matzo meal (a bit like cracker crumbs) make it filling enough for dinner. Find matzo meal in the international aisle of the supermarket - or use finely crushed crackers instead.
Watermelon fangs
These watermelon 'fangs' are great fun for the kids! These make a healthy Halloween treat, that the kids just might go for! Or a monster twist on the after school fruit snack.
Chicken Breast with Sesame Salad
This chicken breast salad has crunchy vegetables dressed with a delicious Asian-style dressing and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds.
Cucumber and smoked salmon roll-ups
These lovely smoked salmon and cucumber roll-ups are perfect for a special lunch or part of a morning tea or picnic spread. Little fingers enjoy them too!
Crumbed fish
Making your own crumbed fish is really easy and a tasty way to get your kids to eat fish. Serve with chips or salad.
Fruit juice slushies
These homemade fruit juice slushies have all the fun and flavour of the shop-bought varieties without any of the chemical nasties. Get slurping!
Fresh fruit cake
Are you looking for a super fresh and healthy alternative to birthday cake for babies and toddlers? Or maybe you have a child that doesn't even like cake? (Yes, they do exist.) Well this cake made of entirely fresh fruit is exactly what you are looking for.
Blueberry and yoghurt smoothie
This blueberry and yoghurt smoothie is hiding some healthy ingredients that your kids dont need to know about. Serve it in chilled glasses and watch it disappear.
Caramelised fruit kebabs
Not only are these caramelised fruit kebabs fun to eat, they are utterly delish too! Serve them hot, or at room temperature. Either way they make a totally satisfying (and not too naughty!) dessert.
Creamy zucchini pasta bake
This creamy zucchini pasta bake makes the most of plentiful zucchinis when in season. It's so simple that you can prepare it ahead of time and get the kids to help.
Healthy yoghurt bites
Great treats for snacks or the lunch box. You can use different flavoured yoghurt to mix it up a bit.
Rice Paper Rolls
These rice paper rolls are packed with crisp veggies and shredded chicken making them a healthy snack for kids. Biting into mint and coriander leaves gives a burst of fresh flavour every time!
Homemade muesli bars
Muesli bars are an easy snack to drop into your kids' lunch boxes but they can be expensive - and full of sugar, fat and who knows what else! Try making these healthy homemade muesli bars instead - your kids won't taste the difference.
Lamb, barley, feta and lemon salad
This tasty salad is a perfect pick for when lamb is at its best and you're sick of heavy winter food. Packed full of Mediterranean flavour, it'll put a spring in your step!
Ants on a log
Cant beat the old fashioned snacks! Your kids will have fun helping prepare these and they taste great
Tabouleh 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!
Spaghetti Bolognese
Nothing beats a good spaghetti bolognaise recipe for a hungry family. This recipe is easy to make and includes grated vegetables that your kids won't even know they are eating!
Rice cake owls
Heres how to make a fun little rice cake owl snack or light lunch for the kids. They wont even catch on to the fact that it is healthy!
Light spaghetti carbonara
Spaghetti carbonara is great when you dont have much time and the fridge is bare. This low-fat recipe means you can pop it into your meal plan without feeling guilty.
Chicken mayo nori rolls
Going grain free or just wanting to try something new? These chicken mayo nori rolls are a wholesome, protein-rich lunch box filler and theyre a great way to use up leftover BBQ chicken.
Wholemeal apricot and coconut cake
A healthy cake to include in your child's lunch box or for an after-school snack, the apricot and honey give this cake a yummy sweetness without adding too much sugar.