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    27 Healthy Recipes to Start the New Year

    Published: Jan 1, 2017 / Updated: Feb 1, 2018 / 16 Comments

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    You'll want to check out this roundup of 27 healthy recipes to start the new year including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, vegetarian, vegan, and even dessert options!

    Happy New Year!!

    It's a predictable trend - people overeat during the holidays and want to make up for it in January. It's understandable. I'm not really one for new year's resolutions myself, but I definitely try to eat healthier in January.

    Healthy doesn't have to be boring! I reached out to my fellow food bloggers and put together this collection of healthy (yet tasty!) recipes that are sure to help you start 2017 on a positive note.

    Bring on the deliciousness!

    Baked Farro with Butternut Squash, Kale, and Pancetta from The Beach House Kitchen

    a bowl of baked farro with butternut sqaush, pancetta, and kale and a fork

    Vegetarian Pasta Fagioli from Cilantro and Citronella

    a bowl of vegetarian pasta fagioli on wooden surface with slices of bread

    Organic Vegan Millet Porridge from La Petit Chef

    vegan millet porridge in a bowl with apple slices and a pear

    Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli Bowls from Fox and Briar

    metal skillet with buffalo chicken and broccoli

    Roasted Cauliflower and Kale Soup from Cooking LSL

    bowl of roasted cauliflower and kale soup with spoon

    Spicy Miso Zucchini Ramen Noodles from Hapa Nom Nom

    spicy miso zucchini ramen noodles in a bowl with chopsticks

    Wheat Berry Risotto with Roasted Winter Vegetables from Lauren Caris Cooks

    wheat berry risotto with roasted vegetables in a white bowl

    Chickpea & Spinach Curry from Killing Thyme

    cast iron skillet with chickpea and spinach curry

    Crispy Chicken Thighs with Garlicky Kale from Pinch and Swirl

    crispy chicken thighs with garlicky kale on a plate with knife and fork

    Easy 20 Minute Turkey Bolognese from Salt & Lavender

    easy healthy turkey bolognese in a white bowl

    Salted Avocado Chocolate Pudding from Midlife Croissant

    salted avocado chocolate pudding in a glass

    Holiday Detox Smoothie from Use Your Noodles

    holiday detox smoothie in a glass

    Roasted Chickpea Fattoush Salad from Veggies Save the Day

    roasted chickpea fattoush salad in bowls with forks

    Creamy Chia Seed Breakfast Pudding from Curry Trail

    creamy chia seed breakfast pudding in two glasses topped with cherries

    Salmon Soba Noodles from The Purple Ladle

    bowl of salmon soba noodles with vegetables beside chopsticks

    Bolognese Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups from The Girl on Bloor

    bolognese zucchini lasagna roll-ups in a bowl beside glass of white wine

    Green Goddess Pasta Bowls from The Endless Meal

    green goddess pasta bowls topped with salmon and baby tomatoes

    Corn & Leek Fritters with Herbed Yogurt from Shiny Happy Bright

    close-up of stack of three corn leek fritters with herb yogurt

    Coffee Coconut Frappuccino from Beaming Baker

    hand holding glass of coconut coffee homemade frappuccino

    30 Minute Greek Chicken and Orzo Pot from Wilde Orchard

    skillet with Greek chicken and orzo

    No Bake Mango Cheesecake from That Girl Cooks Healthy

    slice of no-bake mango cheesecake on a plate

    Zucchini Noodles with Portobello Bolognese from Domesticate Me

    zucchini noodles with portobello bolognese in a bowl

    Salade Lyonnaise from Basil and Bubbly

    salad lyonnaise on plates with baguette and champagne

    Watermelon Radish Orange Salad from Rhubarbarians

    watermelon, radish, and orange salad on a plate beside forks and spoon

    Three Bean Sweet Potato Chili from A Virtual Vegan

    three bean sweet potato chili on rice in a bowl

    Healthy Barley Soup from Watch What U Eat

    healthy barley soup with carrots in a white bowl

    Chicken Salad Rolls with Miso Tarragon Dipping Sauce from Salt & Lavender

    several leftover chicken salad rolls with bowl of miso tarragon dipping sauce

    Which is your favorite of these 27 healthy recipes to start the new year?

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    1. Dana says

      January 5, 2017 at 6:40 AM

      One of each, please!
      What a gorgeous round-up, Natasha. Great picks! Thanks for including my curry πŸ™‚

      Now, which one of these to dive into first…

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 5, 2017 at 8:10 AM

        Thanks, Dana! I know, it's a tough decision. πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    2. Jayne says

      January 5, 2017 at 3:53 AM

      Awesome roundup Natasha - some much needed inspiration here after too much indulgence! Thank you for including my Salmon soba noodles

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 5, 2017 at 8:09 AM

        Thanks and you're welcome!! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    3. Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom says

      January 3, 2017 at 12:17 PM

      WOW! They all look so delicious it's hard to decide which one to make first! This is a post that is very much needed as I have been just a wee bit indulgent over the holidays πŸ˜‰ Thank you so much for including me among such amazing posts and bloggers! Hope you have a truly wonderful New Year, Natasha!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 3, 2017 at 12:18 PM

        Thanks so much, Kathleen!! Your recipes are always so yummy-looking that it wasn't a hard decision. πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    4. Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      January 3, 2017 at 8:07 AM

      What a fantastic way to kick off the new year! I love that so many different recipe ideas were included. They've totally got me inspired to eat healthier and more deliciously this year. πŸ™‚ Thank you for including my coconut coffee frappe. πŸ™‚ Happy New Year, Natasha! πŸ™‚ xo

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 3, 2017 at 8:09 AM

        Thank you, Demeter! Happy New Year! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    5. Meghan | Fox and Briar says

      January 1, 2017 at 5:25 PM

      What a great roundup of healthy recipes! Thank you so much for inlcuding my Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli Bowls!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 1, 2017 at 5:26 PM

        Thanks, and you're welcome!! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    6. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      January 1, 2017 at 2:22 PM

      This healthy round up of recipes is totally what I need to start the new year off on the right foot Natasha! Thank you so much for including my farro recipe! Can't wait to check out all these wonderful dishes! Happy New Year!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 1, 2017 at 5:27 PM

        You are welcome!! Thanks, Mary Ann. πŸ™‚

        Reply
    7. Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says

      January 1, 2017 at 10:43 AM

      Happy New Year! Thank you for including my Roasted Chickpea Fattoush Salad in this healthy collection of recipes!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 1, 2017 at 10:45 AM

        You are welcome, Amy! Your salad looks delicious!

        Reply
    8. Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says

      January 1, 2017 at 10:10 AM

      Boy am I ready for some light and healthy food! What I love about these dishes is that they're healthy and varied and satisfying! Many of these will be on my table this month! Thank you for sharing, Natasha!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 1, 2017 at 10:44 AM

        Me too!! You are welcome, and I hope they're all enjoyable. Happy New Year!! πŸ™‚

        Reply

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