
24 healthy filling meals that won’t leave you hungry
These wholesome meals are packed with protein, good fats and wholegrain carbs to keep you feeling full and satisfied
Just because you're looking to eat a little healthier, doesn't mean you should be left wanting more. The key to a meal that's wholesome and filling is including plenty of protein, wholegrain carbs for slow release energy and lots of good fats.
Below you'll find plenty of healthy meal ideas which use these key ingredients. Next, have a look at our best healthy dinners, healthy carb recipes and high-protein recipes. Plus, check out 10 foods that give you energy and 10 foods to boost brain power.
Healthy filling meals that won’t leave you hungry
Paprika chicken with Spanish-style chickpeas
Serve butterflied, marinated chicken breasts with honeyed paprika chickpeas for a flavoursome and protein-packed dinner.
Roasted cauli and couscous salad with zhoug and crispy shallots
Our colourful cauliflower salad combines giant couscous with a punchy zhoug dressing for a filling meal.
Healthy salmon pasta
This healthier take on a creamy salmon pasta proves you can keep dinners light while feeling satisfied and fuller for longer.
Roast vegetable salad with kale pesto
Sweet potatoes, peppers and lentils form the base of this veggie salad, paired with a nutty kale pesto dressing drizzled over the top.
Sweet potato and lentil curry
A vibrant, low-calorie, vegan dinner made with sweet potatoes, red split lentils, coconut milk and plenty of spices.
Squash and coconut dal with jammy eggs and crispy onions
Pair butternut squash with coconut milk, lightly toasted spices and crispy onions to make a vibrant vegetarian dal.
Ginger chicken noodle salad
Toss nutty soba noodles, shredded chicken, crunchy sesame seeds and fresh aromatic herbs with a zingy ginger dressing for a high-protein, veg filled lunch.
Baked orzo with harissa prawns
Flavour prawns with harissa, dill, garlic and lemon, then serve swirled through orzo pasta, baked with tomatoes, for a healthy supper.
Five-bean chilli
Mixing up the beans in your chilli means you get different textures and plenty of vegan protein.
Broccoli and peanut soba noodles
Try using wholegrain soba noodles instead of the white variety for a meal with slower energy release. Combine with roasted peanuts for a crunchy hit of protein.
Chickpea and cauliflower curry
Ramp up the protein in this vegan curry with a tin of chickpeas, alongside lots of warming spices and creamy coconut milk.
Turkey ragu
Like a healthier version of spaghetti bolognese, this low-fat and high-protein ragu comes packed with celery, courgette and carrots, plus a little Marmite for a deeper savoury note.
Healthy one-pan chicken and rice
Chicken is marinated in soy, hoisin, honey and garlic, then cooked with brown rice. It's a simple midweek dinner that's packed with Chinese-inspired flavours.
Baked cod and butter beans
Flaky cod with a rosemary parmesan crust, served on a sweet cherry tomato and butter bean sauce is rich, wholesome and healthy.
Miso mackerel with chilli brown rice
You'll love this quick Japanese-style mackerel. The miso-mirin marinade takes minutes to make. Serve with brown rice for a meal that's packed with fibre and good fats.

Chilli con carne cottage pie
Make cottage pie so much more exciting with paprika, chilli and cumin. This low-calorie, high-fibre midweek dinner is topped with mashed sweet potatoes for a hearty dinner.
Chicken burrito bowl
Chicken, rice and beans all provide plenty of energy. Here they are combined to make a quick, effortless lunch.
Healthy slow cooker chicken curry
Double up the protein in your chicken curry by adding chickpeas – it all comes together in a handy slow cooker.
Healthy sausage traybake
Sausages can be healthy too, when served with the right things. Serve with chickpeas and veggies for a fibre-rich meal.
One-pot winter warmer
A vegan one-pot packed with plenty of ginger and turmeric, plus filling sweet potatoes and beans.
Healthy fried rice
A healthy twist on a classic, this paneer fried rice is flavoured with ginger, garlic, chilli and curry powder. You can add in whatever veggies you have at home.
Avocado fusilli pasta
Avocados makes everything super-creamy, including pasta sauce. Plus, it's packed with the good variety of heart-healthy fats.
Healthy beans on toast
Make your own healthy beans on toast, instead of going for the canned processed version. These will keep you full for much longer.
Chickpea tagine
Nutritious chickpeas and spinach form the base of this tagine, flavoured with warming spices like cinnamon, cumin and turmeric.
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