30-Minute Heart-Healthy Recipes for Your Busiest Weeknights

Fish is a cook's dream because most varieties take less than 10 minutes to grill or sear to perfection. Try tilapia, cod, or sole in this Tex-Mex skillet dinner loaded with color and spice.

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You'll have an easy and healthy dinner on the table in just three steps with these tacos. Go ahead and swap out the beef for chicken, and add sliced red peppers or zucchini for variety. Taco seasoning packets are also a great go-to for added flavor.

Just one pan and six minutes of cooking time stand between you and this herbaceous salmon supper. That means you have zero excuses to not serve it for dinner tonight! Pair it with a side of quinoa or brown rice to round out the meal.

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A magical blend of balsamic vinegar, honey, and crushed red pepper makes this chicken dish taste out of the world. With veggies added, this will be an all-in-one meal that's frequently requested for years to come.

Whether you're eating low-fat, low-carb, Paleo, or Whole 30, this 30-minute heart-healthy recipe fits the bill. If asparagus isn't in season, try the same sheet pan strategy with fresh green beans or Broccolini.

There's not much better than a hot meal in 30 minutes. This lasagna will be a hit for the whole family and comes together way faster in a skillet than a classic baked lasagna. Meat, noodles, and ample cheese. We love everything about it.

A cheesy cauliflower puree stands in for refried beans in this vegetarian entrée that proves you can enjoy hearty meals without meat. Stir some black beans into the corn, asparagus, and tomato topping for extra protein.

The jalapeño chili peppers and garlic are spicy enough to catch your attention without setting your mouth on fire. Top this healthy pasta dinner with parsley for a fresh look and flavor. For a shortcut, using frozen shrimp is an easy and cost-effective choice.

This 30-minute heart-healthy recipe is an Asian-inspired chicken dish with all your favorite ingredients. The freshness of napa cabbage and a full cup of cilantro combined with succulent chicken and topped with honey-roasted peanuts makes this one of our more flavorful, easy healthy dinner recipes for any weeknight.

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Cooking eggplant is easy with this parmigiana recipe. One pan, 30 minutes to cook, and packed with flavor. You'll feel like you're dining on a meal prepared at a gourmet Italian restaurant.

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If you're looking for a seafood dinner, give this one a try. Simple herbs, plus simple fish, equals delicious. Pair with rice pilaf or a fresh green salad to round out this easy healthy recipe.

Once you dress each serving with a splash of olive oil, the lemon juice and garlic that seasons the grilled shrimp can drip right down atop a bed of pasta. Light dinner perfection.

This pasta dinner comes together lightning fast. Farfalle pasta, also known as bow tie, is a thicker pasta, so it stands up to the mushrooms, spinach, and garlic. This hearty dish is packed with vitamins and minerals, and you won't believe it has less than 10 ingredients.

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Nope, that's not Alfredo sauce you see! Nutty tahini is the base of the rich, gingery sauce that coats each bite of linguine, broccoli, carrots, and peas.

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Warning: Things are about to get real toasty. Butter-seared jalapeños give flaky, iron-rich grill halibut an undeniable kick. If the weather isn't cooperating for outdoor grilling, take things inside with a grill pan.

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This bright and delicious chicken dinner is a 30-minute heart-healthy recipe. You'll love the flavorful twist of adding thyme to the classic chicken and potatoes combo. You can incorporate additional herbs like basil, oregano, and rosemary for more flavor-building. 

Thanks to reduced-sodium chicken broth and chicken sausage, this stew is healthier than it sounds. Cannellini beans give it an even bigger protein boost and a dose of fiber, while onions add tender crunch.

If sautéed chicken breast is your go-to easy recipe for dinner, take it to the next level with a creamy cheese stuffing. Crumbled feta teams up with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil to upgrade your dinner in less than half an hour.

Chicken and noodles come together fast for a hungry family. Add carrots or any of your favorite veggies for variety. Serve with a fresh spinach salad to up the fiber.

The next time you crave takeout, try our rice-noodle bowl, complete with juicy ginger-spiced chicken meatballs and a refreshing shredded salad. This low-cal, easy recipe is ready in under 25 minutes—probably faster than delivery!

Delicious is the word that best describes this 20-minute meal. Lime juice, honey, and peanut butter combine to add nutrients to this meal—and tons of flavor. Farro (a whole grain) and kale round out this dish for a complete, satisfying, easy, and healthy dinner.

Turkey tenderloins stacked with deliciousness in just about 20 minutes. Browned pears, lightly wilted spinach, and crumbled blue cheese will have you cooking up this easy healthy dinner recipe again and again.

Fresh, light, and ready to eat in 25 minutes, this pasta dish can't be beaten. This yummy dinner is cooked in a single skillet and each ingredient added builds the flavor. Keep some sauce on the side to use with chicken or turkey for another night.

Coming in at just under 300 calories, this salmon recipe is short on time, not on flavor. The radishes and capers are the stars of the show offering just a hint of spice and zest. It's a simple yet decadent—but healthy—30-minute meal.

Coriander-spiced pomegranate glaze adds a sweet and spicy zip to this savory scallop recipe. For a vitamin-rich base, toss spinach into the skillet for just a few minutes to slightly wilt.

Apple and pork are two flavors commonly served together. Try this refreshing twist by adding pecans. In total, three steps to a perfectly cooked pork chop dinner. Chicken or turkey makes an excellent lean protein substitute with these flavors.

These ground beef sliders use seven ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen or pantry. The recipe is so basic, but this meal feels like a treat. Whip up this healthy dinner in 30 minutes and serve with corn tortillas.

If you haven't thought of flavoring butter before, you will now. The rosemary and mustard combination will make your taste buds sing. An added bonus—this meal is packed with heart-healthy salmon for big nutrition.

This pizza is a complete meal from your oven to the table in mere minutes. Its premade ingredients mean all that's left for you to do is assemble and serve. The blue cheese dressing with the chicken takes this entrée from ordinary to extraordinary.