Looking for healthy family meals that the whole gang will enjoy? From pastas and pizzas to traybakes and pies, there's something for everyone – our healthy family meal ideas are super easy and sure to please. Find plenty more family meal recipes and healthy recipes, plus speedy 30-minute meals.
Crunchy and packed with fresh flavours, these tuna tostadas are a great high-protein dinner option that takes under 30 minutes to cook
A spin on the classic French stew, this healthy traybake is the perfect choice for getting more veggies into your diet
Everyone has a speedy pasta dish up their sleeves and this is definitely one to try! It turns simple ingredients into something delicious, the sundried tomatoes give a lovely depth of flavour whilst basil keeps things fresh.
Spag bol, but faster and just as tasty! Why not try this healthy pasta dish, which uses leftover meatloaf and pasta sauce from our Lentil and beef meatloaf recipe. It's on the table in 15, so it's a real winning dinner for busy days.
If you've never tried making your own meatloaf, this simple, tasty recipe is a good place to start. Using lean steak mince and red lentils, it's healthy too and there's even leftovers to create this Spicy lentil and beef spaghetti for the next day!
Ready in just 30 minutes, this fragrant cauliflower curry hits all the right notes for a dinner that's on the table in no time
Use leftover roasted vegetables in this easy potato hash, perfect for a light lunch or dinner
Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, this dish combines tender turkey mince and crunchy cauliflower.
These beautifully spiced pea and potato patties show that you don't need meat to enjoy a seriously satisfying burger. Ginger, chilli and turmeric bring warmth and colour to these vegan burgers, which are fried until golden, topped with mango chutney and fresh coriander and sandwiched in a soft bun. Give this easy vegan burger recipe a go!
Load your flapjacks with fresh apple and dried apricots for a delicious twist on a classic bake that provides 1 of your 5-a-day. These are great for lunchboxes or snacking on the go.
These tasty enchiladas make a hearty midweek family meal
Let your guests dig into this easy-to-assemble aubergine starter at your next barbecue while you appreciate just how easy it was to make
This cheat’s lasagne is an absolute crowd-pleaser, even for the little ones! Spinach is blitzed with a trip of cheeses to make a hidden-veg cheese sauce. Layer up with mushrooms and lasagne sheets for a hearty family dinner that leaves you feeling good.
These cosy loaded jackets are stuffed with mozzarella, cabbage and ham and baked until golden and melty. They're easy on the purse strings and you could use up any cheese, veg or cold meats you might have in the fridge!
Chicken drumsticks are a great budget-friendly choice and make a tasty family meal. This dish is really low-effort – season the chicken with fajita seasoning and bake, while you whip up the slaw and cook the rice. There's certainly bags of flavour here and you'll get 2 of your 5-a-day too!
We think everyone will love these loaded fries – throw everything together and you have a brilliant midweek or weekend treat. Made with sweet potatoes and a tin of taco mixed beans, they provide 2 of your 5-a-day and are high in vitamin C. If you prefer a milder chilli or are serving to kids, just omit the fresh chilli topping.
If you're looking for healthy fish recipes, give these tasty fish tacos a go. They're ideal for a quick midweek meal or Friday night fakeaway, and using frozen battered fish makes prep even easier. Let everyone help themselves to toppings for a fun, family tea.
This cosy, wholesome vegan stew is just the thing for chilly evenings. It's packed with 3 of you 5-a-day and comes together quickly - we've used frozen butternut squash to save you time chopping! Ladle it over rice or serve with crusty bread for dipping. Make-and-freeze ahead for nutritious midweek meals when you need them.
This pea and potato frittata mean works great warm with a salad or eaten cold for lunch the next day
With a flapjack-inspired base, these peanut butter cups are loaded with fruits and veggies for extra taste, texture and nutrition. A great morning or afternoon snack and providing 1 of your 5-a-day, this recipe can be doubled to make a batch for the freezer.
Cooking your chicken in a slow-cooker is an easy, hands-off method that guarantees a juicy result. We've rubbed a piri piri-inspired spice blend on the chicken before cooking alongside corn on the cob. Serve with chips and slaw for a delicious feast.
We love a hands-off traybake recipe and this one is no exception. It's packed with veggies and the black olives give a tangy, savoury hit. We've served it over rice but it would be delicious with potatoes or pasta!
Blitzing veg into homemade pesto is an easy way to eat your greens. Toss through your favourite pasta and serve with grated pecorino for a super-speedy and delicious dinner!
Chicken dippers are a clever shortcut here in these tasty katsu chicken burritos. The homemade sauce is easy to make and packs in some hidden veg, it freezes well too. The whole family will love these!
Here’s a great way to make a small pack of mince go further, while retaining the flavour and comfort of a classic cottage pie. The mushrooms add nutty richness, while the soft cheese in the mash, with a grating of Cheddar on top, will please little eaters. Providing 4 of your 5-a-day and a hit of fibre, this is your new family favourite!
This vegan chickpea curry is something special! Packed with veggies, it's a delicious way to grab 2 of your 5-a-day. Don't forget the spoon of peanut butter, which gives a lovely rich and nutty finish. Why not freeze portions for healthy home-cooked 'ready meals'?
These chicken tacos are loaded with 2 of your 5-a-day and are high in protein. Plus, they take no time at all to rustle up. Don't skip the spring onion salsa, it's bursting with fresh, zingy flavours!
Juicy chicken breasts are marinaded in a store cupboard-friendly satay sauce and cooked in the air-fryer until golden. Served alongside a crunchy slaw and hearty brown rice, a deliciously healthy dinner.
Spend less time in the kitchen and more time in the sun with these slow-cooker pulled turkey rolls
Yes, you can create a delicious flapjack in the microwave and it doesn't need to contain butter or oil! This tasty, fruit-packed recipe is ideal for toddlers, suitable for the 12+ months weaning stage*, but kids of all ages will want a square! Ready in just 10 minutes, this is a great speedy snack to add to your weaning recipes.
Frozen squash and quick-cook orzo pasta make this one of the easiest weaning recipes. Suitable from 10+ months weaning stage*, this is creamy and delicious yet packed with goodness. There's no need to prepare a different dinner for the grown-ups either – this dish serves 2 adults and 2 children, then freeze half the sauce for more meals – ace!
Hearty and wholesome, this sweet potato and lentil dish is great for babies from around 6 months* or you can shape into balls, bake and serve as a finger food. This is a great weaning recipe for batch-cooking – store in the fridge or freeze for future meals.
Homemade gravy is a great way to use up a whole roast chicken. This recipe simmers celery, carrots, and thyme low and slow for over an hour, creating a deep, aromatic flavour. Serve it with your next Sunday roast, or try it as a stock or silky chicken pie sauce.