<p>If you're trying to watch your calorie intake or up your nutrition, then chances are you're more than just a little familiar with salads. And while salads are great, all those leafy greens can get a little boring. Not to mention how a salad will often leave you starving just a few hours later! But the good news is, we've got healthy recipes that are chock full of flavour and can be whipped up in no time. </p><p>From a spicy, carb-free dinner that can be on the table in under 30 minutes to a veggie stew that packs in four of your five-a-day, these recipes might be light in calories but they're high in nutrition and flavour. We've even got lighter twists on some of your favourite dishes, like baked spring rolls, lean turkey meatballs and a lighter chicken tikka masala. So skip the salad tonight and get ready to tuck in to these recipes that are as satisfying as they are tasty!</p><h2>Cod fillet with grilled veg cous cous</h2><p>Fish is a great low-calorie source of protein and really easy to prepare, <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/how-to-cook-fish" target="_blank">once you know how</a>. This <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cod-fillet-with-grilled-veg-cous-cous" target="_blank">cod fillet with grilled veg cous cous recipe</a> is packed full of healthy green veggies and gets tons of flavour from fresh herbs like parsley and dill. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/cod__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Vegetable spring rolls</h2><p>These <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/vegetable-spring-rolls" target="_blank">baked veggie spring rolls</a> are just as tasty as their fried versions but much lower in fat. Chock full of cabbage, peppers and mangetout, tuck into these crispy rolls for a satisfying bite. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="springrolls__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/springrolls__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Mediterranean veg & fish bake with pea & sweetcorn rice</h2><p>This one-pot <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mediterranean-veg-fish-bake-with-pea-sweetcorn-rice" target="_blank">Mediterranean veg and fish bake</a> couldn&rsquo;t be easier to put together and serves up two of your five-a-day.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="fish-and-vegetable-bake__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/fish-and-vegetable-bake__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Lighter chicken tikka masala</h2><p>We&rsquo;ve replaced the traditional ghee and cream in this <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/lighter-chicken-tikka-masala" target="_blank">chicken tikka masala recipe</a> with low-fat yogurt and reduced-fat coconut milk, but it still has all the wonderful spicy flavours of a classic takeaway.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="lighter-chicken-tikka-masala__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/lighter-chicken-tikka-masala__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Spiced salmon skewers</h2><p>Get the grill out! The mild curry flavouring in this <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/spiced-salmon-skewers" target="_blank">spiced salmon skewers recipe</a> works wonderfully with the oiliness of the fish. Serve with a side of <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/asian-style-coleslaw-with-baked-sweet-potato" target="_blank">crunchy coleslaw</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="spiced-salmon-skewers__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/spiced-salmon-skewers_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Chilli chicken & mixed vegetable stir-fry</h2><p>Ready in just 15 minutes, this <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chilli-chicken-mixed-vegetable-stir-fry" target="_blank">chilli chicken and veggie stir fry recipe</a> is made with frozen veggies and fresh coriander for a quick, easy and aromatic supper. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="chicken-stirfry__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/chicken-stirfry__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Watercress, pear & pea soup</h2><p>This creamy yet refreshing <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/watercress-soup" target="_blank">watercress and pea soup</a> is thickened and sweetened with a surprise ingredient &ndash; pears! It may sound strange but it really works.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="watercress-soup__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/watercress-soup__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Lean Turkey Meatballs</h2><p>Using lean turkey mince in this <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/healthier-turkey-meatballs" target="_blank">meatball recipe</a> instead of the standard beef mince is an easy way to reduce fat in this dish, but still keep all that juicy flavour. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="meatballs__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/meatballs__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Mexican spiced bean & veg stew with cauliflower rice</h2><p>This <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mexican-spiced-bean-vegetable-stew-with-cauliflower-rice" target="_blank">healthy veggie stew recipe</a> is ready in 30 minutes and has four of your five-a-day. With all the classic flavours of a meat chilli but with extra nutrients, this is sure to be a firm family favourite.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="mexican-spiced-bean-veg-stew-with-cauliflower-rice__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mexican-spiced-bean-veg-stew-with-cauliflower-rice__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Spring veg, chicken & pasta broth with parsnip crisps</h2><p>With less than 250 calories per serving and low in fat, this mouth-watering meal in a bowl will fill you up without filling you out. Get the <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/spring-veg-chicken-pasta-broth-with-parsnip-crisps" target="_blank">spring veg, chicken and pasta broth recipe</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="spring_veg_chicken_broth__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/spring_veg_chicken_broth__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><h2>Lamb, pepper and red onion stir-fry</h2><p>Using tender strips of lamb steak imparts lots of rich flavour, plus means you can get this oriental fusion dish ready and on the table in just 25 minutes. Get the<a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/lamb-pepper-and-red-onion-stir-fry" target="_blank"> lamb stir-fry recipe</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/lamb,-pepper-and-red-onion-korean-cumin-stir-fry__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Find <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/category/recipes" target="_blank">more healthy recipes here</a></em></p>

Healthier Meal Ideas That Aren't A Salad

By Asda Good Living,22nd July 2020

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