Healthy recipes for adults over 60

Breakfast

Apple Cinnamon Protein Oat Bake

A protein-packed baked oatmeal casserole with apple, cinnamon, eggs and vanilla protein powder for a steady-energy start to your day.

4–6 servings

Breakfast

Black Bean & Spinach Egg Muffins

Make-ahead egg muffins with black beans and spinach — an easy grab-and-go breakfast with a solid dose of morning protein.

3 servings (6 muffins)

Breakfast

Easy Protein-Packed Granola

Homemade oat and nut granola with protein powder, chia or flax, cinnamon and honey — great sprinkled over Greek yogurt.

About 5 cups

Breakfast

Garden Veggie Egg Bake

Eggs whisked with cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, baked with spinach, bell pepper, zucchini and cheese — a simple, protein-rich veggie bake.

4 servings

Breakfast

High Protein Overnight Oats

Oats, Greek yogurt, protein powder, milk and chia seeds soaked overnight and topped with blueberries, for a make-ahead breakfast with about 65g protein.

1 serving

Breakfast

High-Protein Egg Bake with Spinach, Feta, and Turkey Sausage

Eggs and cottage cheese baked with turkey sausage, spinach, feta and peppers — an easy make-ahead breakfast that reheats well.

6 servings

Breakfast

Morning Protein Smoothie

Greek yogurt, milk, berries, banana, spinach, flax and nut butter blended into a quick breakfast with about 25–30 grams of protein.

1 smoothie

Breakfast

Red, White & Blue Greek Yogurt Berry Cups

Layered Greek yogurt, strawberries, blueberries and granola — a festive, protein-rich Fourth of July breakfast, snack or simple dessert.

6 small cups

Breakfast

Simple Veggie & Egg Skillet

Eggs cooked right in the pan with bell pepper, spinach and tomatoes — a quick, protein-and-fiber skillet meal with no prep ahead needed.

1–2 servings

Breakfast

Spring Veggie Frittata with Fresh Herbs

Eggs baked with asparagus, spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh herbs and optional feta in one skillet. An easy protein-rich spring meal.

4–6 servings

Breakfast

Sweet Potato Toast

Toasted sweet potato slices make a fun, gluten-free, fiber-rich swap for bread. Top with avocado, eggs, nut butter or hummus.

4 slices

Breakfast

Vegetable Egg Muffins

Eggs baked in a muffin tin with spinach, bell peppers and onions — an easy make-ahead breakfast or snack with about 7g of protein each.

Breakfast

Veggie & Egg Scramble with Avocado

Eggs scrambled with spinach, tomatoes and peppers, topped with avocado — a savory, protein-rich breakfast that keeps blood sugar steady.

1 serving

Lunch

Asian-Inspired Krab & Rice Bowl with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

A no-cook rice bowl with krab, cucumber, carrots and avocado, drizzled with a creamy Greek yogurt, soy and sesame sauce.

1 serving

Lunch

Autumn Harvest Bowls

Quinoa or brown rice topped with cinnamon-roasted sweet potato and Brussels sprouts, sautéed greens, apple and pecans, with a maple cider dressing.

4 servings

Lunch

Avocado and Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

Shredded chicken tossed in a mashed avocado, olive oil and lime dressing, spooned into lettuce cups — about 25g of protein per serving.

2–3 servings

Lunch

Avocado and Salmon Salad

Mixed greens topped with salmon, avocado and tomatoes, dressed with olive oil and lemon — a quick salad rich in omega-3s and healthy fats.

1 serving

Lunch

Chicken & White Bean Power Bowl

An easy protein bowl of chicken, white beans, tomatoes and greens in a lemon-garlic dressing, ready in under 10 minutes.

2 servings

Lunch

Chicken Salad with Fresh Greens

A simple chicken salad with celery, lemon and Dijon, made with mayo or Greek yogurt and served over fresh garden greens, in a sandwich or with crackers.

4 servings

Lunch

Creamy Broccoli & White Bean Soup

A dairy-free, calcium-rich soup of broccoli, white beans, tahini and fortified almond or oat milk, blended until smooth and creamy.

4 servings

Lunch

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

A simple five-ingredient soup of onion, crushed tomatoes, broth and basil, blended smooth if you like — nourishing and easy for a cold day.

4 servings

Lunch

Crunchy Mediterranean Chickpea & Chicken Salad

Chicken, roasted chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, almonds and capers in a lemon-Dijon dressing — lots of crunch without chips or croutons.

4 servings

Lunch

Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Tangy chicken salad made with Greek yogurt, chopped dill pickles and a splash of pickle juice. Serve it in lettuce cups, on toast or in a wrap.

4 servings

Lunch

Edamame Power Salad

A fresh, protein-packed edamame salad with tomatoes, cucumber, avocado and a sesame-soy dressing — a great side or light meal.

4 servings

Lunch

High-Protein Chicken Ranch Wrap

Rotisserie chicken, Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning in a high-protein tortilla with fresh vegetables — about 40 grams of protein in 10 minutes.

2 wraps

Lunch

Lemon-Dill Salmon Cakes

Simple canned-salmon cakes with lemon, dill and Dijon — crisp outside, tender inside, and rich in omega-3s for brain and eye health.

6 small cakes

Lunch

Mineral-Rich Sweet Potato & Black Bean Bowl

Roasted sweet potato, black beans, quinoa, spinach, avocado, pumpkin seeds and Greek yogurt, packed with potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc.

1 bowl

Lunch

Rainbow Chickpea Crunch Salad

A protein-packed, no-cook salad of chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper and avocado, tossed in a zesty lemon Dijon dressing.

4 servings

Lunch

Summer Salmon, Corn & Peach Salad

Pan-seared or grilled salmon over greens with corn, fresh peach, cucumber, feta and nuts, finished with a simple honey-Dijon lemon dressing.

2 servings

Lunch

Summer Strawberry Avocado Crunch Salad

Mixed greens with strawberries, avocado, walnuts, feta and chicken or chickpeas in a honey-balsamic dressing. A satisfying warm-weather salad.

2 servings

Lunch

Turkey Avocado Power Sandwich

Whole grain bread layered with turkey, avocado and greens — a quick sandwich with protein, healthy fats and fiber for steady energy.

1 sandwich

Dinner

5-Ingredient Lemon Chicken & Spinach Soup

A light, high-protein soup of shredded chicken, spinach, lemon and olive oil in low-sodium broth, ready in about 20 minutes.

4 servings

Dinner

Christmas Soup for Sharing

A simple chicken or white bean vegetable soup that's less about cooking skills and more about creating a reason to sit, talk and be together.

4 servings

Dinner

Cozy Lentil Soup

A cozy lentil soup with carrots, celery, tomatoes, cumin and smoked paprika, finished with lemon juice for a warm, healthy dinner.

6 servings

Dinner

Creamy Tuscan Meatballs

Baked turkey or beef meatballs simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach — about 30–35 grams of protein per serving.

4–5 servings

Dinner

Easy Baked Meatballs

Simple oven-baked meatballs made with ground beef, turkey or chicken, Parmesan and almond flour — great to make in bulk and freeze.

4 servings

Dinner

Easy Fish Tacos

Chili-cumin seasoned white fish in warm tortillas with coleslaw, avocado and a quick Greek yogurt lime sauce, ready in about 20 minutes.

4 servings

Dinner

Easy Healthy Meatball Soup

A quick soup of turkey or chicken meatballs, carrots, celery and greens in turmeric-spiced broth — warm, hydrating and full of protein.

4 servings

Dinner

Easy Salsa Chicken

Chicken breasts baked under salsa and melted cheddar. About 5 minutes of prep and 30 minutes in the oven, or let the slow cooker do the work.

4 servings

Dinner

Easy Thai Chicken Soup

Chicken broth and coconut milk simmered with red curry paste, lime, mushrooms, shredded chicken and greens — a 25-minute soup with 24g of protein.

4 servings

Dinner

Garlic Butter Chicken & Veggies

Diced chicken sautéed with garlic, broccoli, bell peppers and zucchini — a quick, delicious skillet meal with about 40 g of protein per serving.

2 servings

Dinner

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles

Shrimp seared in garlic butter and tossed with zucchini noodles and lemon — a healthy, tasty and simple high-protein dinner for two or three.

2–3 servings

Dinner

Garlic Herb Cauliflower Rice Bowl with Lemon Chicken & Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Lemon-oregano chicken over garlicky sautéed cauliflower rice, drizzled with a creamy Greek yogurt sauce. A light, high-protein bowl that serves 4.

4 servings

Dinner

Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Bowl

A quick, balanced high-protein dinner bowl with grilled chicken, quinoa and steamed broccoli — about 34 grams of protein.

1 serving

Dinner

Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Drumsticks & Vegetables

Honey mustard chicken drumsticks grilled low and slow, served with grilled baby potatoes and green beans. An easy summer dinner for 4–6.

4–6 servings

Dinner

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken & Veggie Skewers

Chicken marinated in lemon, garlic and oregano, threaded onto skewers with peppers, zucchini, onion and tomatoes, then grilled. A healthy summer dinner.

4 servings

Dinner

High-Protein Lentil & Chicken Bowl

Lentils, cumin-turmeric chicken and sautéed greens in one bowl, with about 35–40g of protein per serving plus plenty of fiber.

4 servings

Dinner

Keto Lemon Chicken

Tender chicken breasts in a tangy lemon, garlic and thyme pan sauce with no added sugar — a quick, flavorful dinner ready in about 20 minutes.

2 servings

Dinner

Lemon Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

Salmon roasted on one pan with broccoli, carrots and bell pepper in lemon, garlic and olive oil — a quick, protein-packed dinner with easy cleanup.

2–4 servings

Dinner

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

Chicken breasts marinated in olive oil, lemon, garlic, oregano and thyme, then grilled. A quick, healthy, high-protein weeknight dinner.

4 servings

Dinner

Mediterranean Chicken with Warm Blueberry-Walnut Salsa

Pan-cooked chicken topped with a warm salsa of blueberries, walnuts, balsamic, honey and fresh herbs, finished with a little feta.

4 servings

Dinner

Mexican Protein Bowl

Quinoa or rice topped with grilled chicken, black beans, pico de gallo, avocado, corn and Greek yogurt — about 43 grams of protein.

1 serving

Dinner

One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Vegetables

Chicken, baby potatoes, carrots and green beans roasted on one sheet pan with lemon, garlic and herbs — a simple, protein-rich dinner with easy cleanup.

3–4 servings

Dinner

One-Pot Chicken, Broccoli & Quinoa Skillet

Chicken, quinoa and broccoli simmered together in one skillet with garlic and oregano — a simple, nutritious dinner for two in 35 minutes.

2 servings

Dinner

Roasted Sweet Potato & Apple Harvest Bowl

Cinnamon-roasted sweet potatoes, apple and Brussels sprouts over quinoa or farro, topped with nuts, goat cheese and balsamic glaze.

2–3 servings

Dinner

Salmon & Mushroom Power Bowl

Baked salmon, sautéed mushrooms and greens, eggs, avocado and quinoa in one bowl, packed with vitamin D, protein, healthy fats and fiber.

2 servings

Dinner

Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies

Chicken, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper and red onion roasted on one sheet pan with garlic and paprika — balanced, easy to batch cook, minimal cleanup.

2–4 servings

Dinner

Simple Chickpea Pasta

An easy, high-protein chickpea pasta with garlic, olive oil and vegetables — about 18–22 grams of protein per serving without a large portion of meat.

2 servings

Dinner

Spicy Peanut Sweet Potato Soup

A creamy blended sweet potato soup with peanut butter, ginger, cumin and a little chili heat, finished with lime and cilantro.

4 servings

Dinner

Thai Meatballs with Coconut-Peanut Sauce

Baked chicken or turkey meatballs with ginger, garlic and cilantro, drizzled with a quick coconut-peanut curry sauce. Serve over rice or in lettuce.

4 servings

Dinner

Turkey & Sweet Potato Skillet

A simple, hearty one-pan meal of ground turkey, sweet potatoes, onion and spinach with smoked paprika and cumin — plenty of protein and fiber.

4–6 servings

Dinner

Turkey and Vegetable Soup

A simple soup of leftover turkey, carrots, celery, onion and greens in broth with garlic and thyme — a healthy way to use up holiday leftovers.

Dinner

Tuscan Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tomato & Spinach Sauce

Baked turkey meatballs simmered in a creamy tomato and spinach sauce — about 30 grams of protein per serving, and the extras freeze well.

4 servings

Side

Blueberry Walnut Salad with Coconut

Mixed greens with fresh blueberries, walnuts and toasted coconut in a simple lemon and olive oil dressing — refreshing and nutrient-packed.

Side

Broccoli Crunch Salad

Chopped broccoli, carrots, sunflower seeds and nuts in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Fiber, protein and healthy fats with no added sugar.

About 6 cups

Side

Cucumber, Watermelon & Mint Salad with Lime

Watermelon, cucumber, red onion and fresh mint tossed in a simple lime dressing, topped with feta and seeds. A hydrating, light summer salad.

2–4 servings

Side

Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

A simple homemade lemon Dijon vinaigrette with olive oil, garlic and a touch of honey — a healthier swap for store-bought dressing.

About ¼ cup

Side

Maple-Balsamic Roasted Vegetables

Brussels sprouts, sweet potato, broccoli and red onion roasted until browned, then tossed in a maple-balsamic Dijon glaze.

4 servings

Side

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, olives and feta tossed in a lemony red wine vinaigrette. A refreshing side or light meal.

4 servings

Side

Spring Strawberry Spinach Salad with Honey Poppy Seed Dressing

Baby spinach, fresh strawberries, goat cheese and toasted almonds tossed in a simple honey poppy seed dressing — a perfect spring side salad.

4 servings

Snack

Blueberry Walnut Brain Bowl

A quick, brain-friendly breakfast or snack of oats or Greek yogurt topped with fresh blueberries, crunchy walnuts and chia or flaxseeds.

1 serving

Snack

Build-Your-Own Fruit & Yogurt "Sushi" Rolls

A whole wheat tortilla spread with Greek yogurt, rolled around banana and berries, and sliced into rounds. A fun summer snack to make with grandkids.

1 roll

Snack

Chocolate Almond Bites

No-bake bites of coconut, almond butter and cocoa with no added sugar — roll, chill and keep on hand for an easy post-workout snack.

About 18 bites

Snack

Chocolate Date Bites

Medjool dates stuffed with peanut butter and protein, dipped in dark chocolate — a healthier treat for when a sweet craving hits.

10 servings

Snack

Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Nuts

Mixed nuts roasted with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and vanilla — a protein-rich, low-sugar holiday snack that also makes a thoughtful gift.

2 cups

Snack

Cottage Cheese Crunch Bowl

A savory high-protein, low-sugar snack of cottage cheese topped with pumpkin or sunflower seeds, cucumber or cherry tomatoes and a drizzle of olive oil.

1 serving

Snack

Cucumber Tuna Boats

Hollowed-out cucumber halves filled with a quick tuna salad made with mayo or Greek yogurt. A low-carb, high-protein snack that's easy to prepare.

2 boats

Snack

Egg & Herb Cottage Cheese Toast

Whole-grain toast topped with cottage cheese, sliced boiled egg, fresh herbs and cracked pepper — a protein-rich recovery snack ready in minutes.

1 serving

Snack

Greek Yogurt Parfait with Berries & Nuts

Greek yogurt layered with berries, nuts, seeds and a little granola — a quick post-workout snack with protein, healthy fats and carbs.

1 serving

Snack

Homemade Hummus

Creamy homemade hummus made with chickpeas, lemon, garlic, yogurt and olive oil, finished with smoked paprika and fresh parsley.

About 2 cups

Snack

No-Bake Walnut Energy Bites

No-bake oat bites with walnuts, dried blueberries, flaxseed and almond butter, sweetened with a touch of honey or ripe banana.

About 12 bites

Snack

Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip

A creamy blended dip of roasted red peppers, feta, lemon and smoked paprika — simple ingredients, big flavor, and a little protein.

About 1½ cups

Dessert

Berry Vanilla Protein Popsicles

Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder and frozen berries blended and frozen into popsicles. An easy, high-protein summer treat to make with the grandkids.

About 6 popsicles

Dessert

Flourless Black Bean Brownies

Fudgy flourless brownies made with black beans, cocoa and monk fruit — no refined sugar, high in fiber and a healthier sweet treat.

9 brownies

Dessert

Reindeer Rice Krispie Pops

Rice Krispie treat pops with pretzel antlers, candy eyes and a red candy nose — a quick, kid-friendly holiday recipe to make with the grandchildren.

8–10 pops

Drink

Blueberry Almond Protein Smoothie

A yummy, nutrient-dense smoothie with blueberries, banana, protein powder, almond butter and chia or flax for a strong protein base.

1 smoothie

Drink

Coconut Avocado Pineapple Smoothie

A creamy, tropical smoothie with avocado, pineapple, banana, lime, chia and a hidden handful of spinach — no added sugar.

1 smoothie

Drink

Creamy Banana Almond Smoothie

A creamy banana, almond milk and almond butter smoothie with chia, cinnamon and spinach — high in magnesium to help you wind down for sleep.

1 smoothie

Drink

Cucumber Lime Mint Spritzer

Cucumber, lime and fresh mint in sparkling water — a crisp, hydrating pitcher drink that's easy to keep in the fridge for a warm afternoon.

1 pitcher

Drink

Cucumber Mint Citrus Refresher

Cold water or coconut water infused with cucumber, lemon or lime and fresh mint. An easy, hydrating drink with an optional pinch of salt for electrolytes.

2 servings

Drink

DIY Citrus Mint Electrolyte Water

Homemade electrolyte water with lemon, coconut water, fresh mint and a pinch of sea salt — a refreshing, no-added-sugar way to stay hydrated.

About 4½ cups

Drink

Golden Turmeric Smoothie

A creamy banana smoothie with turmeric, cinnamon, ginger and a pinch of black pepper — a simple, tasty way to add anti-inflammatory foods to your day.

1 serving

Drink

Hot Cocoa With Stevia

A warm, low-sugar hot cocoa made with unsweetened cocoa, almond milk and stevia, with an optional scoop of protein or collagen powder.

2 cups

Drink

Protein Power Smoothie

Protein powder, Greek yogurt, nut butter and frozen banana blended into a creamy, 40–50 g protein smoothie for a meal replacement or recovery.

1 smoothie

Drink

Simple Bone Broth

A simple homemade bone broth with vegetables and apple cider vinegar — a delicious way to get extra collagen, on the stovetop, slow cooker or Instant Pot.

About 8 cups