Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Healthy Meals 15 One-Pot Recipes That Contain Superfoods for an Easy, Healthy Meal Minimal dishes to clean and healthy food? Yes, please! By Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple and previously launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on August 13, 2024 Close Photo: Caitlin Bensel Deciding what to make for dinner never gets easier, but you can make things a touch simpler for yourself if you have a specific ingredient or method of preparation in mind. For this particular collection of recipes, we’ve opted to pair two winning approaches—healthy eating and dishes that can be made in a single skillet (or pan) for a roundup of one-pot recipes with superfoods. In other words, not only are these meals packed with some of the healthiest ingredients you can get your hands on—think beans, avocado, lentils, and fermented foods—but they all come together in a single dish. This means that once you’re done slurping up a bowl of Chickpea-Harissa Stew with Meatballs or chowing down on a comforting plate of Chicken Sausage and Beans, there’s only a handful of things to rinse and scrub. So, if you’re ready to eat healthy with minimal effort, keep scrolling for some nutritious dinner inspiration! 51 Delicious 30-Minute Dinner Ideas Perfect for Busy Nights 01 of 15 Shawarma-Seasoned Cauliflower and Chickpea Pitas Fred Hardy Grab a sheet pan and just a handful of ingredients—cauliflower, superfood chickpeas, yogurt, pita, cucumber, and red onion—to whip up this simple and healthy vegetarian dinner. The key to this dish is in the shawarma spice blend that seasons the roasted cauliflower and hearty chickpeas with the likes of turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and garlic. If you’re not a cauliflower fan, try this one-pan recipe with mushrooms or winter squash instead. GET THE RECIPE 02 of 15 Skillet Chipotle-Pork Enchiladas Victor Protasio This Mexican-inspired meal packed with ground pork, enchilada sauce, and cheese comes together in one skillet thanks to a clever hack. While enchiladas are typically made by coating tortillas in a spicy sauce before filling and then individually rolling and baking them, this recipe calls for you to slice corn tortillas into wedges and mix them into the sauce and filling in one dish. Top with fresh avocado slices for a superfood boost. GET THE RECIPE 03 of 15 One-Pot Chickpea-Harissa Stew with Meatballs Jen Causey There’s nothing not to love about this spicy stew, which comes together in one pot. The rich and bold dish includes homemade lamb meatballs flavored with ginger, turmeric, and cumin, as well as a harissa-flavored tomato broth that’s studded with superfoods like chickpeas and baby spinach. Finish each bowl with a dollop of yogurt (a fermented superfood!) for a touch of creaminess and freshness. GET THE RECIPE 04 of 15 Sun-Dried Tomato Butter Salmon and Broccolini Fred Hardy Oven-baked salmon—a superfood loaded with healthy fats—is seasoned with a mixture of butter, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and garlic, which means each bite of this protein-packed fish is full of flavor. The fish is served with lemony and cheesy roasted broccolini that cooks in the same pan, making this 25-minute meal easy, healthy, and satisfying. GET THE RECIPE 05 of 15 Fast Italian Fish Stew Caitlin Bensel A stew in 30 minutes? Yes, and it's hearty, healthy, and flavorful, too. It features crispy-skin halibut floating on superfood cannellini beans and tomatoes in a rich, flavorful broth. As if that isn’t reason enough to whip up this meal, rest assured that the whole thing comes together in one pot, which means fewer dishes for you. GET THE RECIPE 06 of 15 Shrimp and Chorizo Skillet Supper Greg DuPree Spice up the week with some smoky chorizo and extra-large shrimp. Serve those flavorful proteins over tomato-braised chickpeas and arugula to get as many superfood ingredients as you can in one bite. This meal is simple yet healthy, and comes together in just 30 minutes in a single pot. Better yet? You can keep the leftovers for another night of the week; use the chorizo and shrimp as a topping whether you're making some quick pasta or rice. GET THE RECIPE 07 of 15 Turkey-Pumpkin Chili Caitlin Bensel This hearty chili is perfect for fall, and is made with lean ground turkey that has ample spices to draw out the savory side of its pumpkin purée. Fiber-rich cannellini beans add body to each bowl, which you can top with hot sauce, sour cream, and sliced scallions. The best part? This chili can be made using just one pot. To increase the superfood content, simply add more beans. GET THE RECIPE 26 Perfect Pumpkin Recipes You'll Want to Eat All Year Round 08 of 15 One-Pot Chicken Sausage and Beans Caitlin Bensel We love this cassoulet-inspired dish because it can be made in one pot. To start, cook the smoky andouille chicken sausage, which renders flavorful drippings that you'll use to coat the breadcrumbs for topping. Then, you'll build a tomato-enriched filling made with soft onions, juicy tomatoes, and rich ground pork. All this joins two cans full of superfood cannellini beans, which are on hand to add texture and absorb the saucy deliciousness. You won’t regret making this comforting meal! GET THE RECIPE 09 of 15 Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup To make this one-pot dish, all you need to do is combine the main ingredients—chicken broth, boneless chicken breasts, black beans, and plenty of spices and veggies—turn on your slow cooker, and wait about eight hours for a pot of comforting soup. Yes, it’s as easy as it sounds. When it comes time to serve the taco-inspired meal, top each bowl with cheese, fermented superfood sour cream, cilantro, and tortilla chips for even more flavor and texture. GET THE RECIPE 10 of 15 Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili with Sweet Potatoes Con Poulos If you’re in need of a one-pot meal that will serve a crowd, give this hearty chili a go. The meat-free dish is made with satiating ingredients such as kidney beans, bell peppers, and sweet potatoes, and gets plenty of flavor from spices including cumin and unsweetened cocoa powder. When it’s time to serve this veggie chili, have sour cream, sliced scallions, sliced radishes, and tortilla chips on hand as tasty toppings. GET THE RECIPE 11 of 15 Skillet Eggs in Enchilada Sauce Caitlin Bensel This saucy one-skillet meal takes inspiration from the Middle Eastern shakshuka, but instead of tomato sauce it pairs runny eggs with enchilada sauce, and superfoods like fresh kale and creamy avocado. Garnish with crumbled cotija cheese, a drizzle of hot sauce, and dig in. GET THE RECIPE 12 of 15 One-Pan Salmon with Roasted Cabbage and Olive Vinaigrette This one-pan meal marries salmon with crispy, caramelized cabbage and buttery Castelvetrano olives. While not a superfood like salmon, healthy cabbage contains a good amount of vitamin C to keep your immune system strong. And that’s nothing to sneeze at! GET THE RECIPE 13 of 15 Lentils, Kale, and Sausage Soup Greg DuPree You only need one pot and 40 minutes for this hearty and comforting soup, which is made with superfood lentils, a whopping five cups of kale, and sweet Italian sausage. Serve this dish with a crusty baguette so you can sop up every last drop. GET THE RECIPE 14 of 15 Slow Cooker Black Bean Posole VICTOR PROTASIO Posole is traditional Mexican soup made with spices, poblano chilies, and hominy. While it typically contains meat, this version loads up on superfoods and calls for a pound of black beans instead. Top this one pot meal with fresh avocado for even more superfood deliciousness. GET THE RECIPE 15 Green Bean Recipes That Take Them From So-So to Special 15 of 15 Sheet Pan Salmon with Potatoes and Broccolini Victor Protasio Keep things simple for dinner with a nourishing meal. A quick vinaigrette with lemon, shallot, and mustard gets drizzled on top of the salmon and vegetables at the end for brightness and flavor. When shopping for those superfood salmon filets, look for ones that all have the same thickness, which will help them cook evenly. GET THE RECIPE Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit