Recipes

QUICK BIRYANI

This simple rice dish is perfect for a tasty Indian midweek dinner.

Donna Hay’s simple chia pudding pots

This chia pudding recipe from Donna Hay’s Basics to Brilliance Kids makes for a great breakfast, snack or dessert.

Fennel and apple salad

An aromatic salad with a wonderful mixture of textures and flavours.

BANANA, PECAN, CHIA AND STRAWBERRY PANCAKES

This pancake recipe is packed full of fruit for a healthy twist.

Smoked salmon salad with grapefruit

This smoked salmon salad has beautiful spring flavours of avocado and grapefruit.

THAI CHICKEN STIR-FRY

With cashews and chilli jam sauce, this Thai chicken stir fry makes for a quick and tasty meal.

ROAST CAULIFLOWER SOUP

A thick and creamy cauliflower soup recipe with warming spices.

LAMB AND DRIED FRUIT TAGINE RECIPE

You won’t believe how simple this tasty lamb recipe is from One Knife, One Pot, One Dish by Stéphane Reynaud.

FAJITA CASSEROLE CRUSH

Spoon through layers of crispy tortillas, smooth avocado and spicy beans and peppers in this fun casserole-inspired twist on fajitas.

Healthy chocolate ganache cake

Chocolate cake doesn’t need to be unhealthy. Accredited Practicing Dietitian Fiona Tuck shares a favourite recipe from her book The Forensic Nutritionist.

KID-FRIENDLY SAN CHOY BAO

San choy bao is a delicious Chinese dish, which is great to serve to kids – they can build their own and eat it with their hands.

HALOUMI BREAKFAST BOWL

Love a hearty breakfast? This haloumi breakfast bowl recipe from Better Brain Food will set you up for the day.

QUINOA, ALMOND AND MINT SALAD

Moroccan salads have a wonderful mix of flavours – sweet raisins, crunchy salted almonds and fresh herbs are an irresistible combination. Try this gluten free recipe from Green Kitchen Travels.

Michelle Bridges’ noodle salad with prawns

This healthy and fresh salad recipe from personal trainer Michelle Bridges can help keep you in shape.

STICKY DATE DOUGHNUTS

We bring you a healthier take on doughnuts from Nicole Maree. Not only do they taste delicious, they’re dairy free, gluten free, nut free and vegan.

Pork steak with figs and soft polenta

Australian chef Lyndey Milan shares a delicious foolproof recipe with juicy pork, creamy polenta and luscious figs.

Luke Nguyen’s cod with turmeric and tomato

This flavoursome fish dish includes inspiration from all over the word with mouth-watering results.

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Ian Thorpe’s African Stew

Try this rich tomato and green lentil stew from Olympic athlete Ian Thorpe.

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ASIAN-STYLE MEATBALLS WITH SOY GINGER SAUCE

This easy-to-make winter warmer is an ideal meal for two, or scale up the recipe for a full family feast that can be gluten-free if needed.

Baked chicken and mushroom risotto

This perfect winter dish bakes in the oven, so you get perfect risotto without all the stirring.

Plum, hazelnut and orange free-form tart

Bursting with flavour, this easy tart is a perfect treat on a cold day.

Leek, mushroom and thyme fish cakes

Just the thing for a mid-week dinner or after-work snack, these fish cakes can be made from ingredients in your fridge and pantry. Easy!

Japanese-style chicken noodle soup

This easy-to-prepare soup takes advantage of autumn produce and packs a lot of flavour into a healthy bowl.

Lamb, tomato & haloumi skewers

These gluten-free and nut-free tasty chargrilled skewers are safe for pregnancy and great for entertaining.

Wild rice, pea and broccoli salad

This delicious salad is loaded with ingredients to fire up your system and satisfy your appetite.

Asian-style short ribs

This delicious dinner with a healthy twist is perfect for a Sunday night. It’s a real crowd pleaser too!

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN STIR-FRY WITH NOODLES

This fresh and flavoursome recipe is a great way to include lots of healthy nutrients in your diet. Vegetarian? Simply omit the chicken for a tasty stir-fry.

Vegetarian paella

This tasty variation on the traditional Spanish dish was inspired by a version sampled in Colombia and makes a great meal to feed a crowd.

Thai chicken, herb and cashew salad

Sydney Swans’ Team Chef Courtney Roulston dishes up a dinner fit for a sporting hero.

Beetroot and feta salad

Quick and easy, this salad has contrasting flavours and makes a delicious lunch dish on its own or with extra protein added – try hard-boiled eggs or grilled meat.

Prawn, avocado and mango salad

This delicious summery salad is quick to prepare and packs plenty of
wow factor.

Fish tacos

Protein, vegies, wholegrains... these tacos cover all the good-food bases.

Caramelised vegetable tarts

These tasty tarts have a real wow factor. Make them in advance for lunch with friends and you can keep leftovers for the next day.

Family-friendly frittata

Everyone in the family will enjoy this easy frittata. Serve with salad leaves on the side.

Grilled salmon with Asian BBQ sauce

This tasty and easy to prepare grilled salmon dish is the perfect accompaniment to a simple salad. It’s low fat and packed with nutrition.

Grilled corn, potato and baby spinach salad

Colourful ingredients and a delicious smoky flavour make this tasty salad a popular choice.

Icy treats to make yourself

Cool down without overloading on sugar and additives by whipping up your own icy treats to store in the freezer.

Healthy snacks for kids

When kids get hungry they want food fast. Avert a junk food feeding frenzy by being prepared.

Sweet potato pancake

Made of sweet potato and zucchini, these vegie pancakes are too tasty to resist.

Sweet potato, crab and dill cakes

Easy to whip up and appetising, these yummy crab cakes are bound to be a summer favourite.

Roast citrus-herb chicken and gravy

There’s nothing like a tasty roast chicken recipe to bring the family together on a weekend.

Slow cooker Spanish lamb with beans

Savour the tenderness of this lamb dish with sliced chorizo adding a Spanish twist. If you don’t have a slow cooker, use a good quality saucepan with a lid, over a low heat.

Spiced chicken and tomato skewers

These tasty skewers look appealing if you’re entertaining, and make a great lunchtime meal or dinner side dish, served with a salad.

Summer fruit cobbler

Who needs cake? This vitamin C-packed mix of stone fruit and berries will have you coming back for seconds.

Mushroom pesto lasagne

Filling up with delicious comforting foods doesn’t have to be sinful. This easy to prepare recipe is packed full of vegies and flavour.

Creamy kale dip

Kale is a nutrient-dense food, so even a little bit goes a long way. Surround this recipe with a spread of crunchy dipping options.

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