These 15 Healthier Dinner Ideas are the perfect way to jump-start the new year!  A combination of lean proteins, low-carb selections and healthier cooking styles make eating healthy so easy and delicious.  

Try a low-carb version of your favorite pizza by substituting spaghetti squash.

Veggie Lover’s Spaghetti Squash Pizza Boats Via Peas and Crayons

Cauliflower is used as the base of this creamy, skinny Alfredo sauce.

Skinny Cauliflower Alfredo Via A Virtual Vegan

Skip the unhealthy takeout and try this Easy Orange Chicken recipe instead.

Easy Orange Chicken Via Lemon Blossoms

Grilled salmon is at the top of my list for favorite, healthy dinner options and this sweet chili sauce is everything.

Grilled Sweet Chili Salmon Foil Packets Via Modern Farmhouse Eats

I just love throwing everything on a sheet pan for an easy, healthy dinner.

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables Via 3 Yummy Tummies

I love the idea of meatless meatballs served over spaghetti squash for a healthier dinner alternative.

Vegetarian Eggplant Meatballs Via Byte Sized Nutrition

I just love a good quinoa salad and this version with goat cheese, pomegranate and honey mustard vinaigrette is calling my name!

Warm Quinoa and Goat Cheese Salad Via Kitchen Sanctuary

I’m loving these vegetarian tacos with sweet potatoes and avocado.

Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado Salsa Via The Rustic Foodie

Veggies are hidden in this leaner version of Sloppy Joe’s…I’m going to try and trick my kids with this one!

Healthier Sloppy Joe’s Via Celebrating Sweets

I just love a good salad and this Italian one has all the good fixin’s.

Italian Chopped Salad for 2 Via Pinch and Swirl

Reduced fat cheddar, chicken sausage and broccoli make this a healthier mac and cheese alternative.

Buffalo Chicken Broccoli Mac and Cheese Via Taste And See

Pistachios make a welcome addition to this tasty, low-carb salmon recipe.

Pistachio Crusted Salmon Via Home Made Interest

No beef will be missed with these veggie burgers made with quinoa and topped with avocado.

Quinoa Veggie Burgers with Avocado Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Zoodles with a lemon, caper and butter sauce for a flavorful, low-carb meal.

Zoodles with Lemon Caper Butter Via Umami Girl

Everything you need in one pan is always a winner in my book!

Green Bean and Mushroom Braised Chicken Via Served From Scratch