After a month of feasting on fried and festive foods, many people take advantage of the new year to “reset.” Now, I don’t subscribe to the idea that any food is inherently bad, nor that we need to punish ourselves with weeks of sad salads after indulging, but sometimes too much heavy, rich or sweet food can leave us feeling sluggish. If that resonates, I’ve rounded up seven nourishing Jewish recipes that will satisfy you and fill your body with all the good stuff, so you can begin 2026 with energy and good health. And, if Veganuary or Meat-Free Mondays are your thing, there’s inspiration here, too!
From a wholesome multigrain challah to immune-boosting chicken soup; a super easy, veggie-packed kugel to meat-free stuffed cabbage, these healthy Jewish recipes will warm your soul and put a spring in your step.
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Ginger and Turmeric Chicken Soup
Heal your body and soul with this fragrant soup.
Multigrain Challah
Packed with healthy ingredients, this delivers all the satisfaction of good challah, plus a little more!
Broccoli Kugel
This super easy, vegetable-packed kugel is flavorful, nourishing and perfect for making ahead.
Shakshuka
Healthy, protein-packed and easy to scale up or down, shakshuka is a true superfood.
Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage
Meat-free comfort food.
Spelt Banana Bread With Chocolate, Dates and Tahini
Dessert, but make it healthy-ish.
Syrian Lentil Soup
Addes is a hearty soup just perfect for the cold weather months.
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