Healthy recipes

Eating well does not have to mean going without. Here we gather balanced recipes — more vegetables, less fat, clear sources of protein and seasonal ingredients. There are light fish and chicken dishes, salads as a main course, meals with pulses, soups and versions of the classics with less sugar or fat. The aim is to show that healthy eating can be both tasty and simple.

Featured recipes

  • Italian-Style Hummus — A simple recipe for homemade, creamy Italian-style chickpea dip, tahini-free, with fresh spices.
  • Quick Fennel and Tomato Sauce — An unexpectedly delicious and quick fennel and tomato sauce, perfect for a fast weeknight lunch with a touch of Italy.
  • Sicilian Pesto — A quick and refreshing raw pesto made with tomatoes, pine nuts, fresh basil, and celery, ideal for a light summer pasta dish.
  • Vegetable and Ricotta Pate — This quick and healthy vegetarian pate made from ricotta, carrots, and celery is a perfect light spread for breakfast, snack, or appetizer. It comes together in just 25 minutes!
  • Russian Caviar Sauce — An elegant and creamy sauce with vegetables and caviar, ideal for fish dishes, sandwiches, or as an appetizer spread.
  • Fish Sauce with Fresh Tuna and Monkfish — A rich and aromatic sauce made with fresh tuna, monkfish, and anchovies, perfect for pasta. The true taste of the Mediterranean on your plate!

Quick and easy recipes

  • Quick Honey Herb Vinaigrette — A quick and easy dressing that will turn even the most boring salad into a culinary experience.
  • Sour Tofu Cream: Quick Vegan Recipe — A quick, easy, and versatile vegan alternative to sour cream, ready in just a few minutes.
  • Bitter Sauce with Tansy and Goat Ricotta — An intense and aromatic bitter spread, ideal for toasted bread. A bold combination of tansy, goat ricotta, and sprouts for a special gourmet experience.
  • Andalusian Sauce — A quick and creamy Spanish sauce with bell pepper and a hint of chili, perfect with fish, grilled meats, and as a spread.
  • Tzatziki Sauce — A refreshing and creamy Greek yogurt and cucumber dip, ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for summer gatherings.
  • Sicilian Pesto — A quick and refreshing raw pesto made with tomatoes, pine nuts, fresh basil, and celery, ideal for a light summer pasta dish.
  • Refreshing Cucumber Sauce — A quick and easy sauce that is ideal as a salad dressing, but also as an accompaniment to grilled fish or meat.
  • Tofu and Olive Spread — Creamy, delicious, and ready in 15 minutes – this vegan tofu and olive spread is the perfect healthy snack for any occasion.

Latest in this topic

  • Russian Caviar Sauce — An elegant and creamy sauce with vegetables and caviar, ideal for fish dishes, sandwiches, or as an appetizer spread.
  • Fish Sauce with Fresh Tuna and Monkfish — A rich and aromatic sauce made with fresh tuna, monkfish, and anchovies, perfect for pasta. The true taste of the Mediterranean on your plate!
  • Fisherman's Pasta Sauce — A quick and delicious seafood sauce, perfect for spaghetti or other long pasta.
  • Hare Ragù with Pancetta and Red Wine — A rich and aromatic sauce made from hare, pancetta, and red wine, ideal for serving with wide pasta like pappardelle.
  • Wild Boar Ragu — A rich and aromatic hunter's sauce, ideal for colder days. Slow cooking is key for perfectly tender meat and deep flavor.
  • Sea Bass Ragu — A quick and elegant sea bass sauce, ideal for pasta like tagliatelle or pappardelle.
  • Mushroom Pesto — A quick and aromatic pesto made with fresh button mushrooms, parsley, and mint, ideal as a pasta sauce.
  • Ricotta and Hot Dog Pâté — A quick and creamy spread made with just a few ingredients, ideal for crostini, crackers, or as a base for sandwiches.

More ideas for cooking

  • Duck Ragu — Duck Ragu — jednostavno jelo s poznatim okusima, prikladno za obiteljski ručak.
  • Italian-Style Eggplant Spread — A quick and aromatic Italian eggplant spread, perfect for bruschetta and appetizers.
  • Creamy Yogurt and Scallion Sauce — A quick and refreshing sauce made from yogurt, scallions, and fresh herbs, ideal for baked or grilled fish.
  • Creamy Tofu Sauce with Mint and Ginger — A quick and refreshing no-cook vegan pasta sauce, ready in under 15 minutes.
  • Creamy Fresh Pepper Sauce — When you need a quick, impressive, and delicious sauce that elevates any dish, this simple fresh pepper sauce is the solution. Its creamy texture and vibrant color will refresh plates with fish, vegetables, or meat, and it's ready in just 15 minutes, with no cooking required!
  • Creamy Lentil and Vegetable Sauce — A rich and hearty lentil ragu that's both satisfying and healthy. Perfect for pasta, polenta, or as a comforting stew.
  • Creamy Ricotta and Blue Cheese Spread — Quick and easy, yet refined – this spread combines mild ricotta with sharp blue cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect for any occasion.
  • Creamy Carrot Spread with a Hint of the Orient — A simple, healthy, and incredibly tasty spread made from cooked carrots and spices, ideal for serving on toasted bread.
  • Creamy Sprout and Ricotta Spread — A quick, healthy, and incredibly delicious spread made from fresh sprouts, ricotta, and nuts, ready in no time.
  • Creamy Vegetable Carbonara — Rich and creamy, this vegetarian version of carbonara swaps pancetta for fresh vegetables, creating a surprisingly delicious and light meal.
  • Creamy Celery Root and Potato Mousse — A velvety and light mousse made from celery root and potatoes, perfect as an elegant appetizer or creamy side dish.
  • Japanese Vegetable Fondue — A quick and fun Japanese 'fondue' where everyone at the table cooks their own vegetables in a delicious sauce. Ideal for informal gatherings.
  • Rich Fish Broth — A concentrated broth made from white fish and vegetables, strained for a thick texture and rich flavor.
  • Guacamole - Quick Homemade Avocado Dip — A Mexican cuisine classic, perfect for gatherings. A creamy avocado dip ready in no time, ideal with nachos or as a meal accompaniment.
  • Thousand Island Dressing — A quick and creamy dressing ideal for salads, sandwiches, and as a vegetable dip.
  • Red Pepper and Tomato Sauce — A quick and simple pepper and tomato sauce that will perfectly complement any fish dish.
  • Cipollata: Creamy Bell Pepper and Scallion Spread — A quick and easy spread made from bell peppers, scallions, and cream cheese, ideal for warm days, bruschetta, or as a dip with fresh vegetables.
  • Quick Zucchini Sauce for Pasta — A simple and quick zucchini sauce, ideal for a light lunch or dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe combines the freshness of zucchini with the aroma of garlic and the richness of Parmesan.
  • Quick Fenugreek Sprout, Tomato, and Ricotta Sauce — Ready in a flash, this raw sauce combines creamy ricotta, fresh tomatoes, and nutrient-rich fenugreek sprouts. Ideal for a quick lunch!
  • Eel and Pea Stew — A rich eel and pea stew, cooked in a red sauce with Mediterranean spices. A traditional dish with a modern twist, perfect with polenta or pasta.
  • Potent Sauce for Cooked Fish (Salsa Saporita) — A strong and aromatic sauce, prepared in advance, that transforms any cooked fish into a delicacy.
  • Fresh Tomato and Herb Salsa — Fresh Tomato and Herb Salsa — dobar izbor kada želite toplo, zasitno jelo bez kompliciranja.
  • Espagnole Sauce (Spanish Sauce) — A rich and dark foundational sauce, one of the five "mother sauces" of French cuisine.
  • Taramasalata - Creamy Greek Roe Dip — A quick and easy recipe for authentic taramasalata, a well-known Greek fish roe dip, perfect for meze and appetizers.

Frequently asked questions

What is a balanced meal?

Half the plate vegetables, a quarter protein (meat, fish, pulses, eggs, tofu), a quarter carbohydrates (rice, potatoes, pasta, bread).

How many meals a day?

Three main meals and 1 to 2 small snacks suit most people. The exact number depends on your activity level and personal habits.

Can healthy recipes be simple?

Yes. Most dishes in this category take 30 minutes and use everyday ingredients. Healthy cooking needs no special supplements or equipment.