Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring or complicated, and our community proved that in every month of 2025. From quick summer breakfasts to cosy winter warmers and festive December treats, the most-clicked recipes on healthyfood.com show that nutritious meals can be vibrant, flavour-packed and seriously satisfying.
This year’s favourites celebrate colour, clever shortcuts, fresh seasonal produce and the joy of eating well.
Here’s your delicious roundup of what everyone cooked (and loved!) throughout the year. Get ready to bookmark your new go-tos.
Here’s to another tasty year ahead!
January
Summer was in full swing, and our readers were clearly craving fresh starts and fresh flavours. Fruity parfaits kicked off the mornings with cool, creamy layers, while the lemony lentil salad with chicken brought protein-packed feel-good energy to hot summer lunches. And for long lazy holiday brekkies? Our big brunch frittata delivered a veg-loaded crowd-pleaser... Peak sunshine eating!
February
As the summer heat lingered, quick, tasty and light reigned supreme. Corn and cheese fritters brought that golden, crunchy, sweet-corn magic to the table, while the Moroccan chicken tagine offered a flavour-packed escape: big taste, low effort, totally family-friendly. And with the roasted veg, avocado and walnut salad rounding out the month, it’s clear readers were loving no-fuss meals with colour, crunch and seasonal produce.
March
With autumn settling in, comfort was calling, but with a healthier twist. The beef, zucchini and ricotta bake scratched that lasagne itch while sneaking in extra veg, Vietnamese fish cakes delivered light, zesty energy and the fajita chicken wrap kept weekday lunches exciting with smoky paprika and crunchy capsicum. March was all about flavour without the heaviness.
April
Cooler nights = comfort food cravings, and April’s picks say it all. Mustard steaks paired with a layered vegetable bake brought warmth and weekend-dinner charm, while our one-pan Spanish bake for one proved solo dining can be deliciously simple. And as temperatures dipped, slow-cooker split pea soup soared—budget-friendly, hearty and pure autumn comfort.
May
Baking season kicked off early this year! Readers were clearly in the mood for treats that hit the sweet spot without the the sugar overload. The gluten-free birdseed slice became a lunchbox hero, chocolate chip peanut butter cookies ticked every chewy-gooey box and savoury gluten-free muffins kept breakfasts wholesome and quick. May was all about wholesome bakes and cosy snacks.
June
Winter arrived, and so did the soul warmers. Loaded miso soup led the charge with its tofu-edamame-udon trifecta, while our easy chicken risotto became the slow-cooker staple of the season. And because winter weeknights call for comfort with a kick, the speedy seafood laksa delivered spice, slurp, warmth and satisfaction. June was pure mug-hugging goodness.
July
Deep winter cooking hit its stride with hearty staples that don’t break the bank. Easy dhal was the clear MVP—creamy, fragrant and perfectly batch-cookable. The creamy tomato, bacon and mushroom pasta bake brought serious comfort and make-ahead magic to chilly nights, while the oaty apple and berry slice gave everyone a nostalgic, warm-spiced treat for lunchboxes and afternoon cuppas. July was all about cosy classics done healthier.
August
Sweet meets spicy in late winter! Sweet potato brownies were the surprise hit of the season: fudgy, fibre-rich and irresistibly good. Meanwhile, the spicy Indian mince and rice recipe kept households warm and satisfied with its quick, budget-friendly heat. And for those needing something a little fancy without the fuss, honey vanilla pears with ginger cream delivered pure winter dessert elegance.
September
Spring arrived and instantly brightened everyone's plates. The classic potato salad got a lighter, fresher reboot using Greek yoghurt and herbs (a crowd favourite at picnics!), the chicken and veg loaf stepped in as a high-protein family solution, and the bean, tuna and hummus bowl became the speedy lunch of the season. September was all about fresh starts and lighter eating as the weather warmed.
October
With longer days and warmer weather, readers leaned into easy, fun and flavour-packed meals. Carrot cake bliss balls were the sweet snack of the moment, perfect for school bags or afternoon pick-me-ups. Fried egg and chicken rice with charred corn kept midweek dinners fast and delicious, while pizza pinwheels ruled as the ultimate lunchbox win. October cooking = quick, tasty and ready for spring outings.
November
Late spring brought a mix of convenience and protein-rich goodness. Zucchini and cottage cheese fritters fuelled the cottage-cheese craze with crispy, golden satisfaction. One-pan garlic chicken and cauliflower delivered maximum flavour with minimal washing up (a pre-holiday lifesaver), while spiced cottage cheese and date muffins added warm cinnamon comfort to busy days. November was about feel-good food at its best.
December
The festive season wrapped up the year with bright, joyful, summery crowd-pleasers. Strawberry Santas became the fun, fresh Christmas treat everyone made at least once, while egg-free peppermint creams made the perfect edible gift. And for parties and barbecues? Mini baked potatoes—cheesy, creamy and crunchy—topped the charts. December was festive, fresh and full of summertime cheer.
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