Recipes
Welcome to Healthy Lifestyles Australia, where delicious meets nutritious with our collection of dietitian-approved recipes! Discover a variety of wholesome dishes crafted by health specialists to support your well-being. From vibrant salads to hearty mains and guilt-free desserts, each recipe is designed to nourish your body while satisfying your taste buds.
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CAPRESE PASTA SALAD
Fresh, colourful and full of flavour, this Caprese Pasta Salad is an easy option for lunch, dinner or meal prep.
Made with high-protein pasta, fresh tomatoes, spinach, basil and reduced-fat mozzarella, it delivers a satisfying combination of protein, vegetables and healthy fats. The homemade basil pesto adds plenty of flavour, while the fresh vegetables provide fibre, vitamins and antioxidants.
Light, balanced and simple to prepare, it’s a refreshing vegetarian meal that’s perfect served warm or chilled.
VEGETARIAN STEW AND CAULIFLOWER MASH
Warm up with this hearty Vegetarian Stew with Cauliflower Mash.
Packed with mushrooms, carrots, celery and cannellini beans, this nourishing meal provides plenty of fibre to support digestive health and help keep you feeling satisfied. Mushrooms add a rich savoury flavour while cauliflower and cannellini beans create a creamy mash with added fibre and plant-based nutrition.
Comforting, wholesome and full of flavour, it’s a great meat-free option for an easy lunch or dinner.
HONEY TOFU BITES WITH QUINOA SALAD
Add something fresh and flavourful to your meal rotation with these Honey Tofu Bites with Quinoa Salad.
Featuring tofu, a high-quality plant-based protein that also provides important minerals including calcium, iron and magnesium to support muscle and bone health. Paired with fibre-rich quinoa and a colourful mix of vegetables, this meal also provides plenty of plant-based nutrients to support gut and heart health.
Sweet, savoury and fresh, it’s a satisfying balanced meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
STUFFED CAPSICUMS
Continuing our Vegetarian Recipe Series with these colourful Stuffed Capsicums.
Packed with beans, cauliflower rice, tomatoes and fresh herbs, this light meal provides a great combination of plant-based protein and fibre. Beans are also a good source of iron and folate, while capsicums are naturally rich in Vitamin C, which helps support immune health and assists with iron absorption.
Wholesome, flavourful and satisfying, these Stuffed Capsicums are a nutritious option for lunch or a light dinner.
VEGETABLE FRITTATA
Continuing our Vegetarian Recipe Series with this wholesome Vegetable Frittata.
Featuring mushrooms, which are naturally low in calories, fat and sodium while still delivering a delicious savoury, umami flavour. Mushrooms are a great source of Vitamin D for vegetarians, helping to support bone and immune health.
Simple, satisfying and packed with flavour, a great option for breakfast, brunch or a light meal.
TURMERIC SCRAMBLED EGGS
Next in our Vegetarian Recipe Series are these vibrant Turmeric Scrambled Eggs.
Eggs are an excellent source of protein and fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, while turmeric provides antioxidants, prebiotic fibres and anti-inflammatory compounds that can support digestion, immunity and metabolic health.
Simple, nourishing and full of flavour without the need for added salt or fat.
BREAKFAST BERRY PARFAIT
Continuing our Vegetarian Recipe Series with this deliciously sweet Berry Parfait! High in soluble fibre and a great source of calcium, protein, Vitamin D and Vitamin B12, this simple breakfast is a nutritious and delicious way to start your day.
Fresh, easy and full of goodness, perfect for busy mornings!
Curried Eggs with Avocado
Next up in our Vegetarian friendly series is this Curried Eggs with Avocado. This high protein snack is also an excellent source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), choline, and antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.
Chocolate Protein Mousse
First in our Vegetarian friendly series is this Chocolate Protein Mousse snack. A complete plant-based protein with soluble and insoluble fibre, this combination promotes satiety, stabilises blood sugar levels, and supports the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and thus, a healthier gut.
TUNA AND CUCUMBER CRACKERS
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series are these Tuna and Cucumber Crackers. This diabetes-friendly snack highly nutritious, low-calorie, and protein-packed to support muscle growth, aid in satiety, and deliver heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
COTTAGE CHEESE CUPS
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series are these Cottage Cheese Cups. This diabetes-friendly recipe is perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings without the spike in blood glucose levels.
CHOCOLATE FUDGE BALLS
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series are these Chocolate Fudge Balls. This diabetes-friendly recipe is perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings without the spike in blood glucose levels.
SESAME CHICKEN COLESLAW
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series is this Sesame Chicken Coleslaw. This diabetes-friendly recipe provides an excellent source of high-quality protein and is packed with nutrients.
MEDITERRANEAN SALMON AND SALAD
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series is this Mediterranean Salmon and Salad. This diabetes-friendly recipe provides an exceptional source of polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids and monosaturated fats, which are essential for brain development, cognitive function & cardiovascular health and promote better insulin sensitivity.
CHICKEN AND OLIVE CASSEROLE
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series is this Chicken and Olive Casserole. This diabetes-friendly recipe provides essential protein without the high saturated fat of other meaty protein sources and is loaded with veg, providing all the essential nutrients needed to boost immunity during the cold season. This hearty casserole will be sure to become a Winter fave!
PUMPKIN AND BEEF MELT DELIGHT
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series is this Pumpkin and Beef Melt. This diabetes-friendly recipe provides essential protein without the high saturated fat of other meaty protein sources and fibre, which stabilises blood sugar levels. This hearty and cheesy bake will be sure to become a Winter fave!
CHEAT BERRIES AND FRENCH “TOAST”
Next in our Diabetes friendly recipe series is this Cheat Berries and French Toast. This diabetes-friendly recipe delivers the classic taste of French toast without the spikes in blood glucose levels. Save this recipe for breakfast or dessert!
PULLED PORK, BLACK BEAN, AND SALSA BURRITO BOWL
First in our Diabetes friendly recipe series is this Pulled Pork, Black Bean and Salsa Burrito Bowl. This diabetes-friendly burrito bowl delivers the perfect balance of lean protein, fibre-rich beans, healthy fats, and colourful vegetables to help support steady blood sugar levels and keep you feeling fuller for longer.
ORANGE AND GINGER FISH
Next up in our Dementia Awareness Month recipe series is this Orange and Ginger Fish. Packed with lean protein, omega-3s, leafy greens, and antioxidant-rich vegetables, this meal supports heart health, healthy blood flow, and cognitive function. Plus, it's high in fibre and low in saturated fat- making it a great choice for healthy ageing and brain health.
BAKED SALMON & CAULIFLOWER MASH
Next up in our Dementia Awareness Month recipe series is this Baked Salmon and Cauliflower Mash. Salmon is an exceptional source of polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which are essential for brain development, cognitive function, and cardiovascular health.