Simple ideas for healthy meals

Healthy meals do not have to be complicated. Simple combinations of everyday foods can be balanced, filling and enjoyable.

Build meals from a few basics

It may help to think in parts: a source of carbohydrate, vegetables or salad, and a source of protein.

Examples of simple meal ideas

• Wholegrain toast with eggs and tomatoes
• Porridge with fruit and seeds
• Vegetable stir-fry with rice and beans
• Jacket potato with tuna and salad

Use what you already know

You do not need to start from scratch. Small changes to familiar meals, such as adding vegetables or choosing a wholegrain option, can still be helpful.

Keep meals realistic

Busy days call for practical options. Having a few simple meals you can make easily may support healthier choices more than aiming for variety every day.

Plan for flexibility

Some meals will be more balanced than others. What matters most is the overall pattern rather than getting every meal exactly right.