Main Dishes
We have healthy recipes for main dishes to fit any occasion and any taste. Browse through our long list of recipes. We have everything from meat dishes to vegetarian dishes and from stews to burgers.
Aji de Gallina (Chicken Aji)
We've varied this traditional Peruvian recipe just slightly for a healthier meal. This one-of-a-kind recipe is an authentic treat your family will love!
Apple & Apricot Stuffed Pork Chops
This is a great-tasting and healthy way to spice up a classic pork chop, and is always a crowd pleaser. The good news is that it only looks difficult! Choose pork chops that are lean, or trim any fat before cooking.
Apple Chicken Quesadillas
These apple chicken quesadillas are an amazing variation on a Mexican favorite. Try our quesadillas (with heart-healthy guacamole) and que sera, sera!
Asparagus, Tomato, and Shitake Mushroom Quiche
This quick, easy and elegant quiche is ideal for guests or a dinner with your family. Even better: compare this to a traditional quiche, which is over 500 calories and 40 grams of fat, in a single slice. You’ll never eat store-bought quiche again!
Thank you to the Cleveland Clinic Healthy Heart Cookbook.
Baked Fennel, Tomatoes & Yukon Gold Potatoes
Fennel is grown throughout the Mediterranean and the Unites States. It is a fragrant bulb with feathery stems, both of which are often found in salads. When cooked, fennel becomes very mild and delicate, different from its anise flavor when raw.
Beef & Broccoli with Ginger
This Asian-inspired quick-and-easy meal is sure to please the whole family. Beef and broccoli combine together to create a wonderful-looking meal. Ginger is a tummy tamer, and it tastes great! Serve over brown rice.
Beef Stew
Beef Stew is a hearty meal for chilly nights, and this recipe works great in a slow cooker, which is a terrific time saver. Your family will love coming home to the aroma of dinner ready-to-eat! Who'll know you weren't in the kitchen all day?
Blueberry Burgers
The beauty of this hamburger is that it calls for self-expression. I got this recipe from my friend, Jay, who is a contemporary art collector willing to take a few chances with tradition!!! I love his art and his recipes. I think you will, too.
Chalupas
Chalupas make a great light meal or cut into wedges for a hearty appetizer. The family will love them, and the good news is that they're loaded with veggies and nutrition!
Chick Pea & Corn Patties
This is a terrific healthy alternative to a classic burger, or just a great vegetarian meal. Serve with Salsa or on a bun with aioli sauce or your favorite condiments. The flavor will surprise you!
Chicken Fajitas
Enjoy a spicy south-of-the border taste with these chicken fajitas. Orange, lime and cilantro create a tangy taste to the meat. Peppers and onions give this dish some bite. This recipe also works great with beef and shrimp.
Chicken Posole
This stew-like dish dates back to pre-Colombian Latin America. However, you’ll still love it now! Chili, cumin and coriander give this posole dish a real kick. Say "Hola!" to this heart-healthy Chicken Posole.
Chicken Pot Pie
No need for the dinner bell... your chicks, and even your rooster, will scurry to the kitchen when the aroma of this chicken pot pie fills the room at dinner time.
Chicken Skewers, San Francisco-Style with Asian Slaw
This recipe illustrates the influence of the Pacific Rim on San Franciscan cuisine. Here, we’ve marinated cubes of boneless chicken breasts in an Asian-style marinade, then thread them onto skewers with snow peas and cherry tomatoes. After grilling, serve over our slaw, a crunchy mix of cabbage, bean sprouts and daikon (Japanese radish).
Chili Con Carne
Building snowmen (and women), ice skating and sledding can build up a hearty appetite. Try this delicious chili recipe to warm up even the coldest winter snow bunny. Peppers, onions and garlic spice up this dish.
Chinese Stir Fry
It takes only minutes to stir fry these colorful ingredients in a wok. Mix in your favorite veggies, like peas, mushrooms and peppers, with chicken breasts to create a colorful dinner. Consider using the time you'll save to take a walk with a friend.
Collard Green Quiche
Room temperature or right out of the oven, this colorful quiche is perfect for an afternoon book club or gathering of friends. For appetizers, pour quiche in an 8 x 8-inch square pan and cut into small squares.
Divine Summertime Chicken Sandwich
When you're taking a day to pamper yourself, you'll surely enjoy having a wholesome, nutritious and eye-appealing lunch. Remember... it's all about you - and you are what you eat! Celebrate all that you are and want to be.
Egg White Omelet
A great and healthy way to start your day is with a delicious, veggie-filled egg white omelet. Substitute your favorite seasonal vegetables and try different low-fat cheeses for flavor.
Eggplant Parmesan
You don't have to speak Italian to say "delizioso!" to this classic. Add a lovely green salad to complete this meal, and even a piece of dark chocolate for dessert.
Enchiladas Raquel
This recipe was named after the chef's mom, Raquel, who is a great cook. She created great memories for her children around the dinner table, and now you can share this delicious dish with your family.
Fig, Caramelized Onion, Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Pizza
Figs, high in fiber and potassium, combined with sweet caramelized onion, salty prosciutto and creamy goat cheese turn pizza into a palate-pleasing masterpiece.
Gourmet BLT Salad
This is a healthy take on the classic summertime favorite BLT sandwich. It makes a perfect picnic lunch or light dinner. Grow your own tomatoes for a fresh taste.
Greek Shrimp
Grab a large skillet for a quick journey to the Mediterranean. Take advantage of the scrumptious sauce. Serve with pasta or rice (try whole grain pasta or brown rice).
Green Chili Casserole
This Green Chili Casserole is anything but ho-hum! Serve this up and your family will say, "Yum! Yum! Yum!" Peppers, onions, and garlic give this casserole a real bite.
Grilled Kabobs
What's 4th of July without a backyard grill...and what better than a healthy kabob, full of vegetables fresh from the market or garden! Have fun by substituting mango, pineapple, and tomatoes or try pork, lamb or even chicken...any of your favorites.
Healthy Joes
Bet your boots your friends will get a kick out of this new twist on an old favorite. Zucchini is added into the turkey or ground beef patties. Stake your claim with these neat sloppy joes. Just minutes from range to table.
Herbed Beef Tenderloin
Based on a classic dish, this beef tenderloin will be a hit at your next gathering. With brandy mixed with a variety of herbs, the meat will have a wonderful new taste. Serve with a side of your favorite vegetables for a real treat.
Irish Stout Stew
With a little luck, you don't even have to be Irish to feed your family and guests this one-dish dinner. Make this delicious pot at the end of the rainbow and the raves will be golden!
Mac & Cheese
"This recipe is the All-American comfort food. Prepare this as a side dish, or if using as a main dish, add some veggies..."
Macaroni & Cheese
Few meals bring up fond memories of our childhoods more than this staple, which is still one of the most popular processed foods in the market. Here we present a quick and easy variety that will surely please while making sure that your family is enjoying a heart-healthy entrée. Serve with our Roasted Vegetables.
Our mac and cheese, packed with dietary fiber and antioxidant-rich carotenoids, is a sure winner over traditional macaroni and cheese, which has 25 percent more calories and double the fat!
Mini Cheese Pizzas
Whip these mini cheese pizzas up in a few minutes for any surprise guests. Add some pepperoni for extra flavor.
Mom’s Chicken Cacciatore
Who doesn't love an Italian-inspired hearty meal? Here's a healthier take on a classic favorite. Yes, it's high in calories, but consider that, if eaten with a simple green salad, your entire meal will still be reasonable in calorie count.
Noni’s Potato Pie
Enjoy these potato pies at your next gathering. Taste the mix of buttermilk, cheese and ham inside these pies. Noni's Potato Pies are a perfect example of a delicious everyday recipe that is also good enough for company!
Pasta with Shrimp
Serving shrimp always adds a sense of elegance to a meal, whether it's for family or a dinner party. An added bonus is shrimp is high in protein, low in calories and is available at grocery stores and neighborhood markets.
Pork Loin with Cherry Stuffing
This festive dish is perfect for entertaining or for a holiday treat. Substitute any dried fruit for cherries for a different taste. The end result is a beautiful spiral that makes an appealing presentation.
Portobello Mushroom Sandwich with Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette
On hectic nights, make sandwiches to eat on the go – they’re good either hot or at room temperature. Instead of hamburgers, grill or roast meaty Portobello mushrooms and serve them as you would the higher-cholesterol beef. To store Portobello mushrooms, remove from any packaging and refrigerate in a paper bag for seven to ten days.
Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables
Roasted chickens are frequently on sale at our local supermarkets. Whenever they are, we buy two – one to roast right away and the other to put in the freezer for a future meal. Any leftovers are welcome the next day for salads or sandwiches. Here we’ve added a bevy of root vegetables that roast alongside.
Rolled Chicken
Valerie tells us this is a favorite of hers that she first tried at our National Speaking of Women’s Health Sponsor Recognition Dinner. Enjoy the taste of chicken rolled in a warm crust and peppers.
Salmon Burgers
No need to go fishing for a fresh recipe for a healthy salmon patty. This lunch or dinner dish is a perfect way to catch your heart-healthy Omega-3s. Canned salmon is a staple that’s delicious and as good for you as it is easy to prepare. Serve as burgers with lettuce and tomato or serve with a baked potato and green vegetables for a salmon patty dinner.
Salmon Marsala
This fishy variation on Chicken Marsala is a great way to get delicious and healthy salmon into your week. You’ll find Marsala wine in the cooking wines/condiments section of your grocery store.
Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
Send your ghosts and goblins out to trick-or-treat with a hearty supper like this Turkey Chili. With oregano, cumin and peppers, the youngsters will be warm all night!
Spanish Paella
Celebrate Columbus Day and set sail for a new world of healthy eating with this Spanish paella recipe. Mix in seafood, sausage and your favorite vegetables for a real treat. Queen Isabella knew when the time was right and so will you!
Speedy Chicken Chili
If you have salsa, kidney and navy beans, and chicken, then what could be better than a chicken chili? Serve with reduced-fat cheese, avocado and onions.
Sylvia’s Chicken Scallopine
Dean Martin would have sung a different tune to “That's Amore” had he tried Sylvia’s Chicken Scallopine first! Make this meal for your guests, and they’ll know you prepared it with love.
Thanksgiving Turkey
Who says turkey is just for holidays? This is a great and simple way to cook a turkey that comes out perfect every time! This recipe is terrific for entertaining a group because there's no basting and it can cook all afternoon.
Veggie Lasagna
Italians close their businesses for several hours each afternoon to enjoy a long, leisurely lunch, and then work late into the night. In the States, we take about 30 minutes for our lunch. Enjoy the best of both worlds: make this lasagna a day ahead and pack a serving to microwave for lunch.
