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We've taken a tasty selection from ABC Delicious and LifeEtc magazines and ABC local radio and analysed their nutritional value to bring you recipes that not only taste good but are good for you.
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30 May, 2007
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Main meals
Pork cutlets with pear
19/11/2008
Try this spicy, healthy pork dish from the Sept/Oct issue of LifeEtc magazine.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Oat and sesame crumbed chicken
05/11/2008
This healthy take on fried chicken, from the Nov/Dec issue of LifeEtc magazine, makes a delicious and quick meal.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Lamb rack with tapenade and cous cous
24/09/2008
This tasty dish originally appeared on the ABC's Local website.
Recipe: David Scherer
Lemon chicken with pea and ricotta puree
10/09/2008
Try this healthy variation of lemon chicken from the July/August issue of LifeEtc magazine.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Spelt pasta with roasted pumpkin
13/08/2008
This vegetarian pasta dish from the The Cook and The Chef is tasty and healthy too.
Recipe: Maggie Beer
Beef and tangy tomato tortillas
18/06/2008
Try this easy dish of steak served with corn tortillas, tangy tomato and avocado from the May/June issue of LifeEtc magazine.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Chicken with roasted tomatoes
04/06/2008
Serve this easy to make healthy chicken dish from the May/June issue of LifeEtc magazine.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Paprika-crusted mackerel/salmon
23/04/2008
Mackerel is not as commonly used as salmon but both are full of omega-3 oils and among the most sustainably fished species available in Australia. Serve this easy to make fish dish from the March/April issue of LifeEtc magazine with a serve of a high-fibre vegie like broccoli.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Barbecued sardines with fennel and mint salad
09/04/2008
Sardines are full of omega-3s, plus they're quick to cook. This easy mid-week barbecue meal from the March/April issue of LifeEtc magazine can be increased for a low-fuss barbecue dinner party.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Lamb with spiced plums
13/02/2008
Serve this main course, from the January/February '08 issue of ABC's LifeEtc magazine, with steamed green beans and broccolini.
Recipe: Kathryn Elliott Photography: Amanda McLauchlan Styling: Elizabeth Graham
Related Topics
Not always healthyRecipes on ABC local radio
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Avocado & prawn kebabs with paprika mayonnaise
A different take on the classic prawn and mayo sandwich! -
Pumpkin Chutney
Wondering what to do with that extra pumpkin? Try making a different chutney. -
Lentil shepherd's Pie
Simon Bryant's vegetarian version of a family favourite -
Layered wonton crisps and salad
A spicy twist on the wonton, guest chef Reg Morgan layers fresh Asian flavours with fried wonton crisps -
Pork Stroganoff with Three Mustards
Put 'em together and its a great combo.
on ABC TV