Healthy Easter meal ideas

In this season of hope and celebration, Easter becomes a perfect moment to delight in healthy and flavorful dishes. Why not surprise your loved ones with fresh and nutritious options that everyone will enjoy? Discover how to transform your table into a feast that nourishes the body and the soul.

This year, take a chance to try something new and amaze your guests with a banquet that celebrates life and health!

Roasted cauliflower salad with lemon and capers

Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C, K, folic acid, and dietary fiber, making it an ideal food that protects your immune system and digestion. Get ready for an explosion of flavors and textures. The result is a perfect combination of sweetness, acidity, and saltiness that complements each other perfectly.

You will need:

• 1 large cauliflower
• 1 ½ cups of water
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 ½ tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup of capers
• Salt to taste

Let’s get started!

Caper and lemon dressing:

1. Mix ¼ cup of olive oil in a small bowl with 1 ½ tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
2. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of water, stirring constantly, until you reach the desired consistency.
3. Incorporate the rinse salted capers into the dressing.
4. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt as necessary.
5. Let the dressing sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend before using it.

For the cauliflower:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Cut the cauliflower into large pieces and place them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
3. Add a cup of water to the baking sheet and sprinkle the cauliflower pieces with salt.
4. Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake for five minutes or until the cauliflower is tender but still firm to the touch.
5. Remove the cauliflower from the oven and place it in a large bowl.
6. Pour the dressing over the cauliflower and mix well.
7. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend before serving.
8. Enjoy this delicious and healthy roasted cauliflower salad with lemon and capers!

Healthy Easter Eggs

This delicious recipe gives a healthy twist to the classic tradition of Easter eggs! They are delicious and full of proteins and healthy fats, making this recipe a feast for the eyes and the palate.

You will need:

• 2 cups of peanut butter
• ½ cup of honey
• ¾ cup of coconut flour
• 1 cup of sugar-free chocolate coins
• Plastic wrap

Let’s get started!

1. Combine the coconut flour, peanut butter, and honey in a bowl until fully integrated.
2. Cover a tray with plastic wrap.
3. With slightly dampened hands, shape the mixture into egg-shaped balls and place them on the tray.
4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to compact before covering them with chocolate.
5. Melt the chocolate coins and dip the peanut butter balls in them, covering them completely.
6. Place them back on the plastic wrap and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
7. And there you have it: enjoy these delicious and healthy little eggs with your family!

Caramelized Salmon with Orange

Families often turn to fish for their Easter meals as part of the traditions related to abstaining from red meat during Good Friday. Besides providing an interesting range of nutrients, such as antioxidants and Omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is one of the most versatile fish to cook, as it can be combined with sweet and savory ingredients. If you’re looking for an option, we share this delicious recipe.

You will need:

• 4 cherry tomatoes
• 3 oranges
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salmon fillets
• 1 bunch of spinach
• Salt, pepper, and granulated piloncillo to taste

Let’s get started!

1. For the marinade, mix the orange juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl.
2. Marinate the salmon fillets and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the piloncillo powder, and mix it.
4. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet with the skin side down and cook for 6-8 minutes.
5. Turn the fillets over and add the remaining orange juice and piloncillo. Cook for another 5-6 minutes or until the salmon is cooked.
6. Serve the caramelized salmon with a spinach salad, cherry tomatoes, and orange slices. Add salt to taste.
7. Enjoy with your family!

What do you think of these healthy recipes for Easter? Transform your table into a feast that nourishes the body and the soul, and dare to try something new this year.