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.
Whip up this vibrant ginger chicken stir-fry noodle for a speedy midweek meal
A spin on the classic French stew, this healthy traybake is the perfect choice for getting more veggies into your diet
Whip up a creamy sauce using cauliflower, olive oil and pumpkin seeds that pairs perfectly with pasta. Use the leftovers to make our Summery chickpea stew for tomorrow's lunch.
Put your slow-cooker through its paces with this super sausage and butter bean casserole – the perfect meal to cook while you're working from home
A simple chicken traybake elevated with smoky paprika, all you have to do is get it in the oven and wait for the magic to happen
Healthy, midweek cooking at its best, this one-pot baked chorizo and white fish recipe uses delicate orzo pasta and is packed with vitamin-rich spinach, pepper, hearty tomatoes and garlic. Also a good one to have up your sleeve for when friends drop by.
Need a quick dinner fix? This delicious katsu curry is ready in a flash. We've used frozen breaded cod for speed, with a homemade katsu sauce. The result is rich, tangy-sweet, comforting and super-tasty!
If you love tomato soup, give this beautifully vibrant tomato soup recipe a go that provides 2 of your 5-a-day as well as protein. Smash through a crisp cheese topper into a sweet and fragrant soup that's laced with aromatic herbs. Remarkably, it's all ready in just 30 minutes.
This flavoursome pasta salad makes a great lunch on the go or simple spring dinner. Ready in 15 minutes, it uses leftover marinated courgettes (see tip, below) and budget-friendly tinned salmon, so it's a super-easy solution when hunger strikes!
A tapas classic, pan-fried prawns are quick, easy and bursting with flavours of the Mediterranean
If you're looking for a tasty spin to really set your Christmas dinner apart, then look no further than this zesty roast turkey recipe
Homemade pesto is the focal point of this simple pasta recipe
A true Italian classic, it really is hard to beat juicy pork meatballs, tender tagliatelle and a generous helping of Parmesan
Crunchy and packed with fresh flavours, these tuna tostadas are a great high-protein dinner option that takes under 30 minutes to cook
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!