Need inspiration for healthy ways to eat veggies during the winter? We’ve gathered our favorite veggie packed recipes that are satisfying enough for winter – from soups, chilis, salads, stir fries, and even mac and cheese! Getting that serving of veggies in never tasted so good!
Healing Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup
Roasted tomato and red pepper soup is sweet, creamy, and perfect for dunking grilled cheese sandwiches into. It’s the ultimate winter soup.
Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple
We love this homemade sweet and sour chicken with pineapple when we are craving Chinese food. It’s packed with so much flavor. The chicken isn’t deep fried, so it’s much lighter. Plus, it’s easy to make!
Instant Pot White Chicken Chili (Healthy)
Instant pot white chicken chili is lighter than most chili recipes. It is packed with veggies, lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats. It’s easy to make, and feeds a crowd. The leftovers are great, perfect for meal prep.
Easy Beet and Fennel Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Beet and fennel salad makes a great side dish to any meal. It’s easy to make, and lasts in the fridge for up to 1 week making it great for meal prep.
Healthy Greek Yogurt Dill Dip
This homemade version of dill dip is healthier than store bought. It uses fat free Greek yogurt as the base for a lighter twist that won’t lack any flavor. Serve with any raw veggie for dipping. It’s perfect for packed lunches, meal prep, or even to serve on a veggie platter for parties.
Anything You Have Chickpea Curry
Chickpea curry can be made with a wide variety of veggies and protein. This is the perfect, easy, meal to make the most of whatever you already have on hand. So warming, comforting, and satisfying.
Our Favorite Marinated 3 Bean Salad (Great for Meal Prep)
Marinated 3 bean salad is packed with crunchy green beans, and soft kidney beans and chickpeas. The perfect salad to prep for lunches, dinner, or even parties because it is best made in advance with time to marinate and chill. It gets better the longer it sits.
Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry (30 Minutes)
Chicken broccoli stir fry is a quick and easy meal that’s ready in 30 minutes, and only uses one pan. It tastes just like what you order at your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Satisfying Instant Pot Lentil Soup
Instant pot lentil soup is loaded with a variety of veggies, and plant-based protein from the lentils – it will keep you full for hours. It’s easy to make, inexpensive, healthy, and comforting.
Sheet Pan Maple Glazed Salmon with Brussels Sprouts
A quick and easy, one pan entree that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Maple glazed salmon with Brussels sprouts is delicious, it’s salty, sweet, and savory.
Kale Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing
Kale Thai salad is packed with veggies, and juicy mango. It’s tossed with a peanut dressing that takes the salad over the top. This vegan salad is satisfying enough to be enjoyed as an entrée salad.
Turkey Pumpkin Chili (Healthy)
You will love how hearty, yet light this chili is. Turkey pumpkin chili is bursting with pumpkin, lean ground turkey, white beans, and veggies. Top it with with cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and green onions. It’s warming, and cozy – the perfect healthy meal for fall and winter.
Healthier Mac and Cheese (Super Creamy)
This healthier mac and cheese recipe is a lighter version that doesn’t sacrifice on cheesy flavor. Plus, it’s loaded with broccoli which is a great way to get your veg in, and is a great match with cheddar. Super easy to make, perfect for a weeknight.
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