These nutrient-dense recipes are easy to make and loaded with flavor. These simple meals, snacks, and desserts are totally satisfying and packed full of nutrients.
Nutrient-dense recipes
Whether you’re looking for dinner recipes, breakfast ideas, snacks, or desserts, this list of nutrient-dense recipes has got you covered.
Dinner recipes
Meatless meatloaf is juicy and loaded with flavor. It’s got plenty of nutrients from chickpeas, almond butter, veggies, and herbs. This yummy dish is a must try. It freezes well and is perfect for a make-ahead dinner. Meatless Meatloaf Recipe
Kale pasta sauce is packed with nutrients and has such a pretty, vibrant green color. It’s a delicious way to get your veggies in. Serve it with a nutritious variety of pasta (Kamut pasta is my current favorite but buckwheat pasta, spelt pasta, or quinoa pasta are all nutrient-dense options). Kale Pasta Sauce Recipe
Vegan stuffed portobello mushrooms are a tasty, plant-based dinner. This recipe calls for oat flour instead of the traditional breadcrumbs. This dish is perfect for entertaining and can be prepared in advance. Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Recipe
This easy tofu marinade transforms bland tofu into a nutrient-dense and totally satisfying meal. It’s made with garlic, ginger, and natural, unsweetened peanut butter. Easy Tofu Marinade Recipe
Beet pasta sauce is perfect when you’re in the mood for something a little different. It’s creamy, filling, and flavorful. Serve it with a nutritious variety of pasta such as spelt pasta, kamut pasta, or any other whole-grain pasta or grain-free pasta you like. Beet Pasta Sauce Recipe
Nutritious dessert recipes
Spelt flour cake Is naturally sweetened with dates. This refined sugar-free cake is moist and delicious. It’s made with almond butter and has a caramel-like flavor. Spelt Flour Cake Recipe
Amaranth cookies are soft, chewy, and delicious. They’re quick and easy to make too. These cookies are sweetened with the dates and don’t contain any added sugar. They’re also gluten free, dairy free, and egg free. Amaranth Cookies Recipe
Chocolate black bean cake is rich, fudgy, and delicious. It’s loaded with fiber and nutrients. This decadent cake is a must try for special occasions. Chocolate Black Bean Cake Recipe
Kale cookies are a tasty way to incorporate more veggies into a treat. They’re soft, chewy, and sweet. They hardly taste like kale which makes them great for picky eaters. Kale Cookies Recipe
Chocolate covered dates are a tasty addition to any dessert table. They’re made with nutrient-dense dark chocolate and you can add any toppings you like. The treats are quick and easy to make. Chocolate Covered Dates Recipe
Peanut butter date cookies are sweetened only with dates. They’re refined sugar free and vegan. These yummy cookies are soft and chewy. Peanut Butter Date Cookies Recipe
Buckwheat cookies are sweet and chocolaty with crispy edges. They’re made with buckwheat flour and are gluten free and vegan. If you haven’t tried baking with buckwheat flour yet, these yummy cookies are a must try. Buckwheat Cookies Recipe
Vegan almond butter cookies are easy to make and so delicious. They’re made with whole wheat flour for an extra boost of fiber and nutrients. They’re sweetened with coconut sugar and are dairy free and egg free. Vegan Almond Butter Cookies Recipe
Dark chocolate hummus is a tasty and nutritious treat. Serve it with fresh strawberries or any other fruit you like for dipping. It’s perfect for parties. Dark Chocolate Hummus Recipe
Side dish recipes
Baked okra is perfect when you’re tired of the same old veggie side dishes. It’s perfectly tender and flavorful. This dish pairs well with a wide variety of main courses. Baked Okra Recipe
Roasted zucchini slices are perfect during zucchini season in the summertime. This dish is simple yet so tasty. This makes a great addition to sandwiches, salads, or pasta dishes. Roasted Zucchini Slices Recipe
Balsamic roasted asparagus is an easy and elegant side dish that’s full of nutrients. The spears are tender with crispy tips. This side dish pairs well with most main courses. Balsamic Roasted Asparagus Recipe
Butternut squash with rosemary Is the perfect nutritious side dish for fall. It’s sweet and tender with slightly crispy edges. The combination of butternut squash and rosemary is so deliciously cozy. Butternut Squash with Rosemary Recipe
A nutrient-dense sweetener
Date paste is a natural sweetener that’s packed with nutrients. It has a yummy, caramel-like flavor and works well in cakes, muffins, cookies, and other treats. It’s quick and easy to make too. Date Paste Recipe
Crackers recipes
Amaranth crackers are crispy and flavorful. They’re vegan and gluten free. These yummy crackers are quick and easy to make. Amaranth Crackers Recipe
Chickpea flour crackers are a delicious grain-free snack. Serve them with hummus or any other dip you like. They’re crispy and satisfying. Chickpea Flour Crackers Recipe
Spelt crackers are nutrient dense and yummy. These homemade crackers are so easy to make they’ll make you question buying store-bought crackers. if you’ve never made crackers at home before, this is a good recipe to start with. Spelt Crackers Recipe
Breakfast recipes
This vegan chickpea flour omelette tastes similar to the real deal. It’s quick and easy to make. Stuff it with your favorite veggies and some vegan cheese. Chickpea Flour Omelette Recipe
Buckwheat muffins are sweet, chocolaty, and delicious. They’re vegan and gluten free. These are perfect for a make-ahead breakfast. Buckwheat Muffins Recipe
Vegan sweet potato muffins are fluffy and moist. They’re nutritious and easy to make. These muffins are perfect for breakfast on busy mornings. You can make them in advance and freeze them, then defrost as many as you need the night before so breakfast is ready to go. Vegan Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe
Maple sweetened banana muffins are moist and delicious. They’re sweetened only with maple syrup and bananas. These muffins are made with whole wheat flour and are egg free and dairy free. Maple Sweetened Banana Muffins Recipe
Vegan whole wheat pancakes are perfect for breakfast on the weekends. They’re filling, flavorful, and delicious. I like to serve them with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup. Add these yummy pancakes to your list of must-try nutrient-dense recipes. Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes Recipe
Dairy-free buckwheat pancakes are nutritious and yummy. They’re made with buckwheat flour and are refined sugar free and vegan. They have a delicious, earthy flavor and satisfying texture. Dairy-Free Buckwheat Pancakes Recipe
Spelt muffins are subtly sweet, moist, and delicious. They’re made with whole-grain spelt flour and are dairy free, egg free, and refined sugar free. These muffins can be prepared in advance and freeze well. Spelt Muffins Recipe
More nutritious recipes to try
This nut-free chocolate spread is more nutritious than the store-bought stuff. It’s easy to make and perfect for picky kids. Spread it on toast, crackers, or apple slices. Nut-Free Chocolate Spread Recipe
Chickpea flour tortillas are quick and easy to make. They’re vegan, gluten free, and so delicious. Stuff them with roasted veggies, hummus, or fresh greens. Definitely add these to your list of nutrient-dense recipes to try. Chickpea Flour Tortillas Recipe