Recently, the Harvard School of Public Health launched a work to stock up healthy kitchens. Indeed, this is very simple stuff. It turns out that eating a healthy diet starts with having healthy food at home.
We combine its common sense tips with our favorite healthy recipes. Ready for some healthy dinner ideas? Let's do it!
Nothing shocking here. We all need to eat fruits and vegetables. Harvard's Department of Public Health suggests choosing locally grown products and "eat the rainbow", which means a variety of colorful foods.
"Have tried, yes! This is definitely a breeder. There is no parsnip, only carrots, sweet potatoes and whole fennel. There is no maple syrup in the room, so I used wildflower honey. Delicious!" -Buckwheat Queen
"Simplicity is sometimes the best, and this is the case here. It is very easy to make, uncooked peas will pop in your mouth and be full of fresh flavor." -Lutzflcat
"Like it. It melted in my mouth. I might cook it for at least 5 minutes next time because they are less cooked than potatoes." -BetsySue
"Enjoy a delicious, healthy dinner in not too much time. You can add all the vegetables you want." -Kokog
2. Go with the grain
Today, giving up grain has become a fashion. But make sure you give up the right grains-highly processed, refined grains-and keep healthy whole grains: whole wheat, barley, bulgur, whole oats, brown rice, quinoa. Here are some recipe ideas for adding healthy whole grains to your dinner.
"I've never tasted quinoa as delicious as I do now! Fast preparation time also makes meals easy after work." -Pianokeyz
"Yummy and healthy breakfast. I served it hot from the oven and poured milk on it. You can also reheat it and do the same thing. Great!" -Yesi72
"Wow! I was surprised by its taste. The avocado tastes great. Putting it on a baby spinach bed is perfect for summer." -Bd.weld
"Pleasant light salad, very delicious. The whole dish works. The crispy and nutty flavor of quinoa and the smooth, fresh avocado and delicious chicken mixture seem to blend perfectly. The color and taste Vibrant and attractive. "-Buckwheat Queen
3. Purchase protein
Red meat is falling out of favor. But it is still recommended to use fresh fish, lean turkey and chicken. And of course beans and nuts. Harvard Public Health recommends turning traditional plates over: Move the meat aside and place vegetables on the plate as the primary location.
"It's delicious, especially because it's 'light'. This recipe can make a lot of chicken and vegetables, so breakfast tortillas or salad leftovers are left the next day!" -Fabeverydayblog
"This recipe is so simple and awesome! It's quick and easy to make, but it tastes great. It must have become the most popular dish." -CookinDiva
"It's delicious and it mixes very easily. I pair it with white rice." -James McCaffrey
4. Preference for certain fats
The reformed villain Fatty got a new defense and was again favored. But only the right fat. They are not all equal. Harvard Public Health recommends cooking with liquid vegetable oil whenever possible. Some recommended oils: olive oil, canola, sunflower, peanut and corn. For salads, use nut oils such as extra virgin olive oil or walnut oil. Speaking of nuts, a handful of mixed nuts is a smart snack full of healthy, plump and protein.
"I love this recipe and I keep making it. I add a little ginger and some chili sauce, and any vegetables around." -YSBRYD
"It's delicious! All my favorite flavors are too nutritious! I used olive oil instead of butter, but in very small quantities."-Kimberly
5. X factor
Now that we've figured out the main ingredients, let's take a look at the cast that supports flavor. Harvard's Department of Public Health recommends that you store small quantities of high-quality ingredients such as vinegar, mustard, candied fruit, pickles, dried fruits, high-quality extra virgin olive oil, and so on.
Good condiments can make or spoil the recipe. Here we have red wine vinegar, soy sauce and crispy peanut butter.
This is your main candidate for premium extra virgin olive oil.
If this sounds a bit like a Mediterranean diet, so are we. Explore some of our favorite Mediterranean diet recipes that showcase complete foods, simple preparation methods, and wonderful fresh flavors. Or head to our complete range of healthy recipes.
We combine its common sense tips with our favorite healthy recipes. Ready for some healthy dinner ideas? Let's do it!
- Load agricultural products
Nothing shocking here. We all need to eat fruits and vegetables. Harvard's Department of Public Health suggests choosing locally grown products and "eat the rainbow", which means a variety of colorful foods.
- Baked sweet potatoes and vegetables with thyme and maple syrup
"Have tried, yes! This is definitely a breeder. There is no parsnip, only carrots, sweet potatoes and whole fennel. There is no maple syrup in the room, so I used wildflower honey. Delicious!" -Buckwheat Queen
- Lemon pea salad
"Simplicity is sometimes the best, and this is the case here. It is very easy to make, uncooked peas will pop in your mouth and be full of fresh flavor." -Lutzflcat
- Toasted beets and sweets
"Like it. It melted in my mouth. I might cook it for at least 5 minutes next time because they are less cooked than potatoes." -BetsySue
- Mexican Chicken Quinoa Salad
"Enjoy a delicious, healthy dinner in not too much time. You can add all the vegetables you want." -Kokog
2. Go with the grain
Today, giving up grain has become a fashion. But make sure you give up the right grains-highly processed, refined grains-and keep healthy whole grains: whole wheat, barley, bulgur, whole oats, brown rice, quinoa. Here are some recipe ideas for adding healthy whole grains to your dinner.
- Amazing Mexican Salad with Brown Rice and Quinoa
"I've never tasted quinoa as delicious as I do now! Fast preparation time also makes meals easy after work." -Pianokeyz
- Baked Oatmeal with Cinnamon
"Yummy and healthy breakfast. I served it hot from the oven and poured milk on it. You can also reheat it and do the same thing. Great!" -Yesi72
- Whole wheat tuna snacks
"Wow! I was surprised by its taste. The avocado tastes great. Putting it on a baby spinach bed is perfect for summer." -Bd.weld
- Cold Chicken Quinoa Avocado Salad
"Pleasant light salad, very delicious. The whole dish works. The crispy and nutty flavor of quinoa and the smooth, fresh avocado and delicious chicken mixture seem to blend perfectly. The color and taste Vibrant and attractive. "-Buckwheat Queen
3. Purchase protein
Red meat is falling out of favor. But it is still recommended to use fresh fish, lean turkey and chicken. And of course beans and nuts. Harvard Public Health recommends turning traditional plates over: Move the meat aside and place vegetables on the plate as the primary location.
- Lean chicken tacos
"It's delicious, especially because it's 'light'. This recipe can make a lot of chicken and vegetables, so breakfast tortillas or salad leftovers are left the next day!" -Fabeverydayblog
- Super simple salmon
"This recipe is so simple and awesome! It's quick and easy to make, but it tastes great. It must have become the most popular dish." -CookinDiva
- Quick and easy chicken spicy
"It's delicious and it mixes very easily. I pair it with white rice." -James McCaffrey
4. Preference for certain fats
The reformed villain Fatty got a new defense and was again favored. But only the right fat. They are not all equal. Harvard Public Health recommends cooking with liquid vegetable oil whenever possible. Some recommended oils: olive oil, canola, sunflower, peanut and corn. For salads, use nut oils such as extra virgin olive oil or walnut oil. Speaking of nuts, a handful of mixed nuts is a smart snack full of healthy, plump and protein.
- Peanut butter tofu and vegetables
"I love this recipe and I keep making it. I add a little ginger and some chili sauce, and any vegetables around." -YSBRYD
- Spaghetti with pesto and pumpkin
"It's delicious! All my favorite flavors are too nutritious! I used olive oil instead of butter, but in very small quantities."-Kimberly
5. X factor
Now that we've figured out the main ingredients, let's take a look at the cast that supports flavor. Harvard's Department of Public Health recommends that you store small quantities of high-quality ingredients such as vinegar, mustard, candied fruit, pickles, dried fruits, high-quality extra virgin olive oil, and so on.
- Thai Peanut Sauce
Good condiments can make or spoil the recipe. Here we have red wine vinegar, soy sauce and crispy peanut butter.
- Nicous style tuna salad with white beans and olives
This is your main candidate for premium extra virgin olive oil.
If this sounds a bit like a Mediterranean diet, so are we. Explore some of our favorite Mediterranean diet recipes that showcase complete foods, simple preparation methods, and wonderful fresh flavors. Or head to our complete range of healthy recipes.