16 healthy comfort food recipes

Healthy comfort food recipes

Healthy chicken stroganoff

High-protein, low-calorie and low-fat – this flavoursome chicken, mushroom and spinach stroganoff is the perfect healthy midweek dinner, served with brown rice.

We've got many more mushroom recipes for you to try.

Miso tofu soup

Silken tofu helps make this miso-rich noodle broth smooth and creamy without the addition of dairy – a nourishing veggie dinner that's ready in just 15 minutes.

Use up the rest of the jar with our moreish miso recipes.

Chicken noodle soup

Fry shredded chicken in miso and gochujang, and add to this nutritious broth for a gut-friendly meal.

See more cosy chicken soup recipes to try next.

Baked bolognese sauce

Our all-in-one baked bolognese is simple and low in calories, requires very little preparation time and tastes amazing. A great way to sneak in extra veggies, and perfect for feeding the whole family. Any leftovers can easily be frozen.

Now try our healthy spaghetti bolognese.

Vegan chilli non carne

This sweet-and-smoky chilli is the epitome of healthy comfort food, providing plenty of satisfying plant protein and fibre from the beans. The tomato sauce is rich in skin-healthy antioxidants and potassium – important for replenishing your salt balance after a workout. It also freezes well, perfect for busier days.

Check out more healthy vegan recipes.

Healthy apple crumble

Try our healthier apple crumble. This recipe tops soft cinnamon apples with a refined sugar-free granola, which also makes a brilliant breakfast, with yogurt instead of custard.

Bounce out of bed for our delicious healthy pancakes.

Tomato soup

This filling tomato soup really packs a punch, thanks to all that chipotle. Add plenty of fresh ginger for even more warmth.

Stir up our soothing vegetarian soups.

Pork shoulder casserole

Check out our melt-in-the-mouth pork shoulder casserole with mixed beans. This slow cooker recipe is an easy one-pot to feed a crowd.

Discover more slow cooker recipes to try.

Tuna pasta bake

A classic, made even better with the addition of dried chilli flakes and rosemary. Like the sound of this?

Check out more of ou favourite pasta bake recipes.

Vegetarian shepherd's pie

This recipe for spiced lentil shepherd's pie is a great veggie version of a classic. It's ready in an hour and is enough to feed the whole family.

Tuck into one of our warming vegetarian pies.

Healthy aubergine parmigiana

An absolute classic, made that little bit healthier by using a few clever tricks. It's high in protein, low in salt and calories, and delicious to boot.

For another popular Mediterranean dish, try easy ratatouille.

Chilli con carne

This Tex-Mex style chilli is made with minced beef, chipotle powder, red wine, dark chocolate and semi-dried tomatoes. It's rich in nutrients and protein, so it's guaranteed to keep you full.

Check out all our high-protein meals.

Chicken saag

Packed with fresh red chillies, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cloves and spinach – this recipe proves you can eat your favourite takeaway dishes without compromising on flavour or nutrition. Low in fat and rich in protein, this comforting dish makes for a great Friday night dinner.

Try our healthy takeaway recipes next time you feel like ordering in.

Creamy lamb curry

This creamy lamb and tomato curry recipe is a great one to have on hand midweek. It may take a little time but it's worth it and it's really easy. Big flavours for minimal effort.

Try more of our curry recipes next, from a Japanese chicken katsu to creamy butter paneer curry.

Coconut chicken noodle soup

This bowl of comforting noodles was inspired by classic Thai red curry. The freshness of the DIY curry paste really sings in this soup, and will help ward off any winter blues.

Get slurping with our best ever noodle recipes.

Thai green tofu curry

Looking for a quick and easy vegan curry recipe? Try our Thai green curry with smoked tofu and plenty of crunchy veg, ready in 25 minutes and low in calories.

Take a look at our tofu recipes for more inspiration.