6 healthy recipe ideas for September

September’s back-to-school season means returning to work, routines and… a lack of time! Between busy days and the urge to get back on track, eating well can feel like a challenge. Yet all it takes is the right seasonal ingredients and a few simple ideas to put together balanced, delicious and speedy meals.
Discover our 5 express healthy recipes for September, ready in under 15 minutes.

1- Apple, kale & walnut salad

A crunchy salad packed with fibre and nutrients, perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 apples
• 4 large kale leaves
• 6 crushed walnuts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• A squeeze of lemon juice

Method:

1. Wash and slice the apples thinly.
2. Remove the kale stems and shred the leaves.
3. Toss together the apples, kale and walnuts.
4. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.

2- Slimming chicken & plum wrap

A tasty, lighter alternative to the classic sandwich.

Ingredients (1 wrap):

• 1 wholemeal tortilla
• 80 g cooked chicken breast
• 2 plums
• 1 handful of mixed salad leaves (rocket, lamb’s lettuce)
• 1 tsp light cream cheese

Method:

1. Spread the cream cheese over the tortilla.
2. Add the chicken, sliced into strips.
3. Cut the plums into wedges and arrange on top.
4. Add the salad leaves, roll up and enjoy.

3- Grape & natural yogurt smoothie

A wholesome, indulgent and energising snack.

Ingredients (1 serving):

• 100 g grapes
• 1 natural yogurt (plant-based or regular)
• ½ banana (optional, for extra creaminess)
• A few ice cubes

Method:

1. Wash and destem the grapes.
2. Blend with the yogurt and ice cubes (add the banana for a sweeter result).
3. Serve chilled.

👉 Healthy tip: keep the portion to a small glass to enjoy the grapes’ natural energy boost without overdoing it.

4- Express squash & ginger soup

A comforting, light and easy-to-digest dinner.

Ingredients (2 bowls):

• 300 g squash (butternut or red kuri)
• 1 small piece of fresh ginger
• ½ onion
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 500 ml water

Method:

1. Peel and dice the squash.
2. Sauté the onion and ginger in the olive oil.
3. Add the squash and water, and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Blend until smooth and velvety.

👉 Slimming tip: enjoy this soup in the evening with a slice of wholegrain bread for a light yet satisfying meal.

5- Fig, yogurt & chia seed bowl

A quick breakfast or a wholesome, indulgent dessert.

Ingredients (1 bowl):

• 1 natural yogurt (plant-based or regular)
• 2 fresh figs
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Method:

1. Pour the yogurt into a bowl.
2. Add the figs, cut into quarters.
3. Sprinkle with chia seeds and, if desired, a drizzle of honey.

👉 Healthy tip: chia seeds swell in the yogurt and provide a natural appetite-suppressing effect.

6- Express ratatouille

A timeless classic, light and fibre-rich — perfect for September when sun-ripened vegetables are still in season.

Ingredients (4 servings):

• 2 courgettes
• 1 aubergine
• 2 peppers (red and yellow)
• 4 ripe tomatoes
• 1 onion
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Herbes de Provence

Method:

1. Wash and dice all the vegetables.
2. Sauté the onion in the olive oil.
3. Add the courgettes, peppers and aubergine, and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomatoes and herbs, then cook on a low heat for a further 10 minutes.

👉 Slimming tip: serve the ratatouille alongside grilled fish for a well-rounded, balanced meal.

With these express healthy recipes, eating well doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the kitchen. September is the perfect time to ease back into good habits without any frustration. Pair these quick meals with plenty of hydration and, to support your efforts, explore our slimming supplements (fat burners, detox, appetite suppressants).