What are some good recipes for a hearty, healthy yet light dinner?

Here are three recipe ideas for a hearty, healthy yet light dinner:

  1. Grilled Chicken with Roasted Vegetables:

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lb of mixed vegetables (such as carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and red onions)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Brush the vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  • Grill the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until slightly charred and tender.
  • Serve the chicken with the grilled vegetables.
  • Quinoa Salad with Avocado and Tomato:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and red onion.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  • Serve chilled.
  • Baked Salmon with Sweet Potato and Broccoli:

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Arrange sweet potato cubes and broccoli florets on a baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until tender and slightly browned.
  • Place salmon fillets on top of the sweet potato and broccoli mixture.
  • Bake for another 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
  • Serve hot.