They remind us of our childhood, our last vacation trip or special people – and all worries are forgotten, at least for the moment: Comfort food not only fills you up, it also makes you happy. Three (healthy) feel-good recipes.
Simple, familiar dishes that comfort us in stressful or cold times – that’s comfort food. Food that feels like a cozy evening on the couch. Food that tastes like grandma’s or immediately transports us to a Greek island. They are little moments of deceleration, nostalgic journeys into the past or simply a cozy hug for the soul.
Can comfort food also be healthy?
Admittedly: Comfort food usually has a lot of calories and is often greasy and heavy. But there is another way – comfort food can also be healthy and light without sacrificing the familiar taste and beneficial effects. Here are three recipes that are good for you all round.
Baked potatoes with avocado and curd cheese
A simple dish that is a real mood food thanks to the combination of healthy fats, fiber and protein. Baked potatoes are crispy and hearty, while the avocado and curd cheese provide the necessary freshness and creaminess.
Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes
- 1 avocado
- 100 g curd cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil
Preparation:
- Wash the potatoes well, wrap them in aluminum foil and bake in the oven at 200 degrees for approx. 45-50 minutes until they are soft.
- While the potatoes are baking, pit the avocado, scoop out the flesh and mix with the curd cheese, lemon juice, salt and pepper to form a creamy mixture.
- Cut the potatoes open, arrange the avocado and curd cheese mixture on top and drizzle with a little olive oil.
Yogurt bowl with berries and honey
The creamy yogurt, combined with juicy berries, crunchy nuts and a hint of honey, makes this bowl perfect for starting the day – or as a snack between meals.
Ingredients:
- 150 g yogurt
- 1 handful of fresh berries (e.g. blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 handful of nuts (e.g. walnuts, almonds), roughly chopped
- Optional: 1 tsp chia seeds
Preparation:
- Put the yogurt in a bowl.
- Roast the nuts in a pan for more flavor.
- Spread the berries and nuts over the yogurt.
- Top with honey and optional chia seeds.
- Mix everything lightly and enjoy straight away.
Wholemeal bread dumplings
This healthy version of classic bread dumplings is made with wholegrain bread and offers a high-fiber alternative. Even grandma will be delighted!
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of wholemeal bread
- 1 small onion
- 2 tbsp butter (or 1 tbsp olive oil)
- 250 ml vegetable soup
- 1 egg
- Salt, pepper, 1 tsp marjoram (optional)
- fresh parsley
Preparation:
- Prepare the bread:
Cut the wholemeal bread into small cubes. Toast in the oven if required. - Fry the onion:
Fry the onion in butter or oil, leave to cool. - Mix the dumpling mixture:
Mix the bread cubes, onions, egg, spices and soup until the mixture is moist and malleable. - Shape and cook the dumplings:
Shape the dumplings and leave to stand in boiling salted water for approx. 15-20 minutes until they rise to the surface. - To serve:
Sprinkle with parsley and serve as a side dish.
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