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.
1. Meatless Meatloaf
This vegan 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
2. Kale Pasta Sauce
This 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
3. Chocolate Black Bean Cake
This 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. It’s high on the list of my favorite nutrient-dense recipes. Chocolate Black Bean Cake Recipe
4. Flaxseed Crackers
These homemade flaxseed crackers are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants. They’re easy to make and delicious. These crackers are a great alternative to store bought crackers. Flaxseed Crackers Recipe
5. Amaranth Cookies
These 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
6. Dark Chocolate Hummus
This 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
7. Chocolate Covered Dates
These chocolate covered dates are a tasty addition to any dessert table. They’re made with dark chocolate and you can add any toppings you like. If you’re a fan of dates, definitely add these to your list of nutrient-dense recipes to try. They’re so quick and easy to make. Chocolate Covered Dates Recipe
8. Peanut Butter Date Cookies
These 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
9. Roasted Asparagus With Balsamic Vinegar
This 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. Roasted Asparagus With Balsamic Vinegar Recipe
10. Butternut Squash With Rosemary
This 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
11. Dried Fig Cookies
These dried fig cookies are soft, chewy, and totally satisfying. They’re made with dried figs and are perfect when you’re in the mood for a nutritious treat. These cookies are loaded with fiber and essential nutrients. Dried Fig Cookies Recipe
12. Kale Cookies
These 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
13. Dark Chocolate Covered Figs
These chocolate covered figs are loaded with fiber, antioxidants, and essential nutrients. They’re quick and easy to make. These delicious treats are perfect for gifting and make a great addition to any dessert table. Chocolate Covered Figs Recipe
14. Buckwheat Cookies
These 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
15. Spelt Flour Cake
This 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
16. Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
These 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
17. Beet Pasta Sauce
This 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
18. Baked Okra
This baked okra is perfect when you’re tired of the same old veggie side dishes. It’s perfectly tender and flavorful. This nutrient-dense side dish pairs well with a wide variety of main courses. Baked Okra Recipe
19. Vegan Almond Butter Cookies
These 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
20. Dark Chocolate Dipped Oranges
These chocolate dipped oranges are an easy and nutrient-dense addition to any dessert table. They’re sweet, juicy, and bursting with flavor from fresh orange zest. These are perfect for the holidays or whenever you’re in the mood for a fruity treat. Chocolate Dipped Oranges Recipe
21. Dark Chocolate Covered Pecans
These dark chocolate covered pecans are an easy and nutritious treat. Dark chocolate combined with toasted pecans balances richness and crunch. They’re subtly sweet and totally satisfying. These are one of my favorite easy nutrient-dense recipes when I’m craving something sweet. Chocolate Covered Pecans Recipe
22. Pumpkin Spice Truffles
These pumpkin spice truffles are perfect if you’re in the mood for fall flavors. They taste so decadent but are made with nutrient-dense ingredients like dark chocolate and pure pumpkin puree. These yummy truffles are a must try. Pumpkin Spice Truffles Recipe
23. Chickpea Flour Crackers
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
24. Roasted Zucchini Slices
These 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
25. Date Paste: 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
26. Amaranth Crackers
These amaranth crackers are crispy and flavorful. They’re vegan and gluten free. These yummy crackers are nutrient dense and easy to make. Amaranth Crackers Recipe
27. Vegan Sweet Potato Muffins
These vegan sweet potato muffins are fluffy and moist. They’re nutritious and easy to make. These muffins are perfect for a nutrient-dense 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
28. Maple Sweetened Banana Muffins
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
29. Spelt Crackers
These spelt 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 nutrient-dense recipe to start with. Spelt Crackers Recipe
30. Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes
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
31. Spelt Muffins
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
32. Vegan Frittata
This vegan frittata recipe is packed with protein and nutrients. It’s easy to make, filling, and delicious. This plant-based breakfast recipe is a must try. Vegan Frittata Recipe
33. Chickpea Flour Tortillas
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
34. Tempeh Chips
These tempeh chips are a delicious high-protein, plant-based snack. They’re delicious served with salsa, hummus, or any kind of dip you like. These chips are totally satisfying. Tempeh Chips Recipe
35. Date Muffins
These yummy date muffins are sweetened only with dates and don’t contain any added sugar. They’re dairy free, egg free, oil free, and vegan. They’re perfect for a nutritious snack or breakfast. These are one of my favorite nutrient-dense recipes. Date Muffins Recipe
36. High Protein Chocolate Mousse
This high protein chocolate mousse is luscious and satisfying. This easy dessert recipe is perfect if you’re looking for tasty ways to boost your protein intake. High Protein Chocolate Mousse Recipe
37. Carob Cookies
These soft and chewy cookies are made with unsweetened carob powder. They’re a delicious alternative to chocolate cookies. Carob Cookies Recipe
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