Healthy(ier!) Dinners to Keep Your New Year Resolutions

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Happy New Year, Reader,

Who else made the resolution to eat better this year? I know I can't be alone, and this year, I'm sticking to it.

A new year is a natural time to reset routines, and when I make a good dinner like one of these, I eat the leftovers for lunch the next day, so it's a win all around.

These recipes focus on simple cooking, balanced ingredients, and flavors you're sure to love. If you made the same resolutions I did, this is a great place to begin.

Four Healthier Mains to Put on Repeat

Keeping meals balanced gets easier when fluffy couscous and veggies come together with fresh herbs and a simple dressing. Vegan Couscous Salad delivers a filling, plant-based dinner that's even more delicious the next day.

​Poached Orange Salmon cooks gently in a citrus-forward sauce that keeps the fish tender while fitting perfectly into a healthy start to the year. Best of all, it takes barely any time to prep or cook.

​Creamy Chickpea Tomato Soup warms the body while satisfying your soul with rich, smooth tomato flavor and hearty chickpeas. It comes together in minutes and makes a cozy, nourishing dinner any night of the week.

I love when citrus and spices flavor my dinner, and in winter, I "grill" this on my stovetop if I don't feel like braving the weather. Lime Marinated Grilled Chicken is one of my family's most requested dinners.

These mains are practical, flavorful, and easy to work into a weekly routine. Start with one recipe, and let it set the tone for the year ahead.