Top 15 healthy fast food recipes

Top 15 healthy fast food recipes

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Pressed for time? Skip the takeaway and prepare a speedy weeknight dinner at home with our healthier fast food recipes, from curries to stir-fries.

Often, when we’re tight on time, processed and convenience foods seem like the easiest option. But with our simple, healthy recipes, you can create something nutritious and satisfying in less time than it takes to pick up a takeaway. Our nutritious dishes below come together in 30 minutes or less.

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Pineapple fried rice

Fried rice is a takeaway essential – lighten it up with our healthier version. Juicy chunks of fresh pineapple bring a touch of sweetness and tropical flavour to this vegetarian family dinner.

Jerk chicken burger

Try a healthy twist on a takeaway burger with our nutritious jerk chicken version. Spice up lean chicken breasts with Jamaican-inspired seasoning, then griddle and serve in rolls with sliced mango, tomatoes, lettuce and sauce.

Tamarind prawn curry

Get dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes with this vibrant tamarind prawn curry. It's gluten-free and low in fat and calories, too. To adapt the recipe to your tastes, you can add more tamarind, depending on how sour you'd like it.

Quick chicken hummus bowl

Instead of picking up a grain bowl or salad from a café, try assembling your own at home with our easy chicken hummus bowl recipe. Combine mixed grains with cooked chicken breasts, then top with veg and toss in a simple lemon dressing.

Sesame & spring onion stir-fried udon with crispy tofu

Throw this easy stir-fry together in under 20 minutes for a healthy vegan dinner. Combine crispy tofu with thick udon noodles and fresh veg, then sprinkle over some sesame seeds.

Avocado & black bean eggs

Instead of a pricey brunch at a restaurant, try making this filling egg dish at home. Our colourful vegetarian breakfast comes together in less than 10 minutes, making it perfect for a speedy breakfast. Plus, it's full of wholesome ingredients.

Vegan burger

Get ahead on your weeknight dinner with these versatile vegan burgers. Combine the ingredients in a food processor, then shape into patties and chill overnight to cut down on cooking prep the next day. Then, simply fry until golden brown and top with whatever veg you prefer.

Burrito bowl with chipotle black beans

Want to swap out your takeaway burrito bowl with a homemade version? Our top-rated healthy recipe combines spicy black beans with hearty vegetables, and is served over a fluffy white rice base. It's full of nutrients, plus it's gluten-free and vegetarian, too.

Super-quick sesame ramen

Save on time by elevating a simple pack of instant noodles with our sesame ramen recipe. Add pak choi for a hit of nutritious green veg, and a soft-boiled egg for some extra protein. Finish with a dash of chilli sauce and sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Breakfast burrito

Enjoy a healthy meal on the go with this speedy breakfast burrito. Use a wholemeal wrap and fill with scrambled egg, kale, cherry tomatoes and avocado.

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Enjoy this flavour-packed sweet and sour tofu, with zingy pineapple, red pepper and onion. This vegan meal is served on a bed of basmati rice, and delivers three of your five-a-day.

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Poke bowls are becoming increasingly more popular, and it’s no surprise – they’re healthy, speedy to make and versatile. Enjoy here with silken tofu, quinoa, radish, carrots and edamame beans. Easy to adapt with added extras, if you like.

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Enjoy a lighter version of beef chow mein, made with wholemeal noodles, beansprouts and chestnut mushrooms. It's quick to cook and low in fat and calories – all in all, a great takeaway swap.

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Try these satay strips as a healthier starter or side as part of a Thai-inspired feast, or keep the strips in the fridge for any time you're peckish. Enjoy with cucumber batons and sweet chilli sauce on the side.

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Burgers don’t have to be unhealthy – these prawn and salmon burgers are not only tasty, they're better for you, too, as they're packed with omega-3, which has neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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