It’s a New Year and for many of us that means the start of healthy eating. The best way to start eating healthy is to cook at home. This way you can control the ingredients and the amounts that you use. Here are some healthy and delicious Chinese recipes to start the New Year.

Healthy Breakfast Recipes
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It stimulates metabolism and prepares your body for the rest of the day. Here are some healthy Chinese breakfast recipes to start you day.

1. Chinese Congee
   Congee is a traditional Chinese rice porridge dish that is eaten for breakfast. It is know for it’s health benefits in the stimulation of the digestive system. There are many different recipes for this rice porridge as different ingredients can be added to the rice base. This recipe combines chicken and salty eggs for a delicious savory version of this dish.
2. Chinese Red Date Congee RecipeThis recipe is for a sweet rice porridge and uses Chinese red dates and rock sugar for flavor. Chinese red dates are known for their health benefits which include boosting the immunity and stimulating blood flow.
3. Healthy Egg Foo Young Recipe
   Egg foo young can be eaten any time of the day though it is a perfect way to enjoy your eggs for breakfast. Similar to an omelet, but usually fried using a lot of oil, this healthy egg foo young recipe uses egg whites and a light amount of cooking spray to keep fat and calories down.

Healthy Lunch Recipes
Soups and salads are perfect for keeping in line with healthy eating goals during lunch. These Chinese soup and salad recipes are light and perfect for a midday meal.

1. Wonton Soup Recipe
   Wonton soup is a restaurant favorite, and when prepared at home can be very healthy. This recipe uses pork filled wontons which are then boiled in a healthy Chinese chicken broth. Chicken can also be used in substitution for the pork in this dish.
2. Egg Drop Soup Recipe
   Eggs and Chinese chicken broth are the base of this recipe. Both of these ingredients have health benefits and are low in fat. This recipe is simple to make and is perfect for the approaching cold weather.
3. Restaurant Style Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe
   Salads are one of the best healthy recipes as long as the dressing and toppings are low in calories and fat. This Chinese salad uses boneless skinless chicken breasts that are marinated with teriyaki sauce and then grilled for it’s topping. Then the homemade Chinese dressing uses pectin as it’s base instead of oil for a low fat option. The chow mien noodles are optional as well and should be left out if you’re sticking to a low fat/low calorie diet.

Healthy Dinner Recipes
Dinner is usually the largest meal of the day though it should be one of the healthiest. Steamed recipes and recipes with vegetables should be eaten in place of high fat red meats and starches. Here are some healthy Chinese dinner recipes to end your day.

1. Steamed Chicken with Broccoli Recipe
   Steaming meats and vegetables instead of frying them makes for a healthy and nutritious meal. This recipe combines sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts with fresh broccoli florets that are tossed in a delicious low calorie sauce.
2. Chinese Steamed Fish with Apricot Sauce Recipe
   Fish is a healthy substitute for red meat. In this recipe a whole fish is steamed and then topped with a delicious apricot sauce. Served with a side of white steamed rice this dish makes the perfect healthy dinner.
3. Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry RecipeTofu is another great substitute for red meat. In this recipe tofu is marinated and then lightly stir fried with broccoli and mushrooms, and tosses in a savory garlic, ginger sauce.
4. Shrimp with Mixed Vegetables RecipeIncorporating a variety of vegetables in one meal is sometimes difficult to accomplish. However in this recipe carrots, onions, bell peppers, and broccoli are all combined with shrimp and tossed in a light white sauce. This makes a healthy vegetable filled meal.

These are the perfect recipes to follow if you are looking to eat healthy this year. Enjoy!