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Lent is over, which means for a lot of people, so is the self-inflicted ban on sugar, & just in time for Easter candy.
Easter is a wonderful time to celebrate new beginnings – why not start fresh with some healthy lifestyle choices as well? There are still plenty of delicious foods to eat that don’t negatively impact our health.
Read below for some healthy brunch, appetizer, dinner, & dessert recipes that will delight your taste buds & help you achieve your wellness goals.
Brunch Recipes
Eggs Benedict Frittata with Hollandaise
No one will know that this classy tasting recipe from Seeking Good Eats was so easy! It’s a low-carb, gluten-free & Keto recipe, & it has plenty of protein to keep you full until dinner.
Keto Pancakes with Almond & Coconut Flour
Pancakes are a great, easy breakfast that everyone loves. This low-carb, Keto, & paleo recipe from Wholesome Yum uses almond & coconut flours to keep the recipe healthy, & you can use any sweetener you like. Check out these Easter-inspired bunny butt & bunny face pancakes to make the dish more festive.
Edible Potato Nests
How cute are these egg nests? They are the perfect festive breakfast for Easter! You can use frozen or fresh shredded potatoes to make the hash brown nests. And the eggs are a perfect way to get in some protein to keep you full until dinner. You can find the full recipe on Kids Cooking Activities.
Appetizer Recipes
Whole30 Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a must-have on Easter. They are delicious, festive, & the perfect way to use up all those dyed eggs. This clean-eating recipe from The Wooden Skillet is just as delicious as the classic one we all love, but it’s paleo & made with all-natural ingredients.
Ham & Cheese Roll-Ups
Between making brunch & dinner, I definitely don’t want to be spending a lot more time in the kitchen making appetizers. These roll-ups recipe from Seeking Good Eats are an easy, low-carb & Keto appetizer recipe that can be made ahead of time. Use fresh ham from the deli for an even better flavor.
Easter Cheese Ball
This recipe from Family Fresh Meals is so cute & the perfect addition to any Easter appetizer table! It’s super easy to make, & it can be made ahead of time, too! Pair it with veggies & gluten-free crackers for a low-carb option.
Dinner Recipes
Salt- & Pepper-Crusted Standing Rib Roast
This classy roast recipe from The Wooden Skillet is perfect for a special occasion. It’s easy to make, which means you can spend more time working on the side dishes & spending time with family.
Sugar-Free Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Ham
Ham is a classic main dish on Easter. Make it healthy & give it a fun twist with this hickory-smoked ham recipe from Seeking Good Eats that uses a brown sugar substitute & bourbon to give it the delicious glaze we all love.
Leg of Lamb
Want to try something a little more ambitious & traditional? This leg of lamb recipe from Seeking Good Eats walks you through step-by-step, & it’s actually not as difficult as it sounds!
Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole
When I think of sweet potato casserole, I think of perfectly healthy sweet potatoes laden in sugar & corn syrup. This dairy-free & paleo recipe from The Wooden Skillet uses pure maple syrup instead of sugar to sweeten the potatoes, & the marshmallows on the top are optional (but not really 😉). Look for corn syrup-free marshmallows in the grocery store (or buy them here) for an even healthier but still tasty twist.
Whole30 Scalloped Potatoes
If you’re looking for a more savory potato recipe, try this delicious, Whole30 & paleo scalloped potatoes from Real Food with Jessica. To make it gluten- & dairy-free, the recipe uses cassava flour & unsweetened almond milk, but you can’t even tell. And the fresh rosemary & thyme add a lovely flavor.
Simple Roasted Broccolini
Get some fresh greens on the plate with this delicious & easy roasted broccolini recipe from The Wooden Skillet. All you add is oil & salt, but the roasting brings out such a lovely flavor, you won’t need anything else!
Keto Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Are you used to having a big bowl of carb-heavy macaroni & cheese on the table? Why not sub it for this low-carb, cauliflower mac & cheese recipe from Seeking Good Eats that doesn’t skimp on the cheese or flavor at all? Trust me – no one will miss the pasta.
Ginger Glazed Carrots
When I think of Easter, I instinctively think of bunnies & carrots. Get these Easter-themed, naturally-sweet vegetable on the table with this delicious ginger-glazed recipe from Gourmande in the Kitchen. Instead of using sugar, the glaze is made with pure maple syrup for a healthier twist.
Dessert Recipes
Copycat Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs
Make a healthier version of the classic Easter candy with this delicious, copycat recipe from Kale Junkie. It uses natural peanut butter & pure maple syrup instead of sugar to sweeten it, & use you can use dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan option!
Low-Carb Lemon Curd Tart with Blackberries
I love the bright flavors of spring. This tart recipe from My PCOS Kitchen is the perfect blend of sweet & tart, & it uses the beautiful fruits to do most of the sweetening. Use powdered erythritol for a Keto version.
Keto Maple Carrot Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot cake is a classic Easter dessert. This Keto version from All the Nourishing Things uses almond & coconut flour to cut carbs, & it adds maple extract for a surprising, delicious flavor. You can use a sugar replacement or coconut sugar in this recipe.
Happy Easter everyone! As always, remember a holiday is just one day, so if you indulge, enjoy it & the people around you, & then get back on track tomorrow.
Do you have a favorite Easter recipe? Share it with me in the comments below!
