New year, new you! As the new year starts, pursuing a healthier lifestyle often takes center stage, beginning with healthy eating. Explore a wide variety of wholesome options in North Texas.
Birdie’s Eastside
Where: 6221 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas
What to order: Mediterranean Salad, Vegan Harvest Bowl, Grilled Salmon
The recently opened concept from Jon Alexis delivers not only freshness but also delicious, healthy choices like the vibrant Mediterranean Salad – artichoke heart, olive, cucumber, pickled red onion, feta, lemon herb vinaigrette; the wholesome “Big Healthy Bowls” such as the Vegan Harvest Bowl – portobello, cauliflower, sweet potato, slaw, chickpea, pickled red onion, cashew, lemon herb vinaigrette; and the Grilled Salmon with basmati rice, cucumber salad and tzatziki. This patio-driven neighborhood bar and grill ensures there’s options for everyone.
Sweetgreen
Where: Five locations in North Texas
What to order: Guacamole Greens, Harvest Bowl, Miso Glazed Salmon protein plate
The mission-driven restaurant with five locations in DFW serves nothing but healthy and flavorful choices with options such as their flavorful bowls and salads, and recently launched protein plates. Standouts include the Guacamole Greens – chopped romaine, spring mix, red onions, shredded cabbage, tomatoes, tortilla chips, avocado, roasted chicken, lime squeeze and lime cilantro jalapeno vinaigrette; Harvest Bowl – shredded kale, wild rice, roasted sweet potatoes, roasted almonds, apples, goat cheese, roasted chicken and balsamic vinaigrette; and the Miso Glazed Salmon protein plate – white rice, cucumber, nori sesame seasoning, crispy and pickled onions, avocado and spicy cashew.
Dive Coastal Cuisine
Where: 3404 Rankin Street, Dallas
What to order: Grilled Artichokes, Organic Dive Green Salad, Fish On The Grill
Dive Coastal Cuisine is on a mission to deliver healthy fare that is not just clean and fresh but also incredibly flavorful. Whether you're indulging in the zesty lemon-marinated Grilled Artichokes; Organic Dive Green Salad packed with fresh vegetables; or Fish On The Grill, Dive features local organic produce, seasonal seafood entrees, grass-fed hormone-free beef and free-range natural chicken.
Malibu Poke
Where: 3888 Oak Lawn #102, Dallas
What to order: Vegan Garlic Ginger Tofu, Classic Tuna Bowl, Mango Lime Salmon
Malibu Poke focuses on bold, fresh sashimi-grade fish, and sustainably sourced ingredients in their poke bowls. The fast casual concept is committed to importing the energetic fresh flavors of Southern California to Dallas. Guests can enjoy bowls such as the Vegan Garlic Ginger Tofu decorated with fresh scallions, carrots, mango and a seaweed blend; the Classic Tuna Bowl, featuring marinated cucumbers, edamame, crispy shallots and micro herbs; and the new Whole30-friendly Mango Lime Salmon with mango, edamame, micro herbs, scallions, mint, daikon and macadamia nuts.
Malai Kitchen
Where: Three locations in North Texas
What to order: Shrimp Spring Rolls, Grilled Chicken Satay, Lemongrass Mussels, Chicken and Broccoli Noodles, Jungle Curry Hot Pot with Shrimp
Malai Kitchen, the Thai-Vietnamese restaurant with four locations in DFW offers house-made recipes crafted with only the finest ingredients, including a wide array of healthy options starting with the refreshing Shrimp Spring Rolls, Grilled Chicken Satay paired with a creamy peanut sauce, or the savory Lemongrass Mussels. Craving a robust yet healthful meal? Indulge in delicious entrees such as the Chicken and Broccoli Noodles (Pad See Ew) – house-made wide rice noodles in a sweet soy, with chicken, farm fresh egg, and broccoli and Jungle Curry Hot Pot with Shrimp with a plethora of vegetables in an aromatic coconut red curry sauce.
Tacodeli
Where: Two locations in Dallas and two locations in Plano
What to order: Mexico City Sirloin, Happy Taco, Mojo Salmon, Space Cowboy
It’s the new year and that means it's time to taco ‘bout leading a healthier lifestyle. Tacodeli takes pride in creating Mexico City-inspired tacos with premium, locally sourced ingredients. Tacodeli’s chicken is No Antibiotics Ever and are fed an all-vegetarian diet, their pork is USDA organic certified humane, they source local and organic vegetables when they can, and their chips are 100% organic masa chips.
Many of their tacos complement a healthy lifestyle, including the Mexico City Sirloin, the Happy Taco brimming with antibiotic-free chicken, sautéed mushrooms, cilantro, onions and cheese, or try the delectable Mojo Salmon. Vegetarian and vegan are widely available as well such as the Papadulce taco featuring roasted sweet potatoes, grilled corn, roasted peppers, onions and pepitas; or the Space Cowboy — roasted baby portobello mushrooms, grilled corn, roasted peppers, caramelized onion, guacamole and queso fresco.
TJ’s Seafood Market
Where: 6025 Royal Lane, Dallas
What to order: TJ’s Shrimp Cocktail, Salmon Ceviche, Roasted Brussels, Miso Glazed Sea Bass, Pan Seared Scallops, Sesame Tuna Nicoise
TJ’s Seafood Market, a Dallas seafood favorite known for sourcing the freshest seafood offers a plethora of healthy options. Guests can start with appetizers such as TJ’s Shrimp Cocktail, Salmon Ceviche or the Roasted Brussels topped with apple cider, butter and parmesan. Light entrees such as the Miso Glazed Sea Bass paired with green beans and coconut rice; Pan Seared Scallops with farro risotto and herb butter; and the Sesame Tuna Nicoise – greens, olive, egg, potato, green beans, tomato and miso vinaigrette.
UnaVida
Where: 3699 McKinney Ave #307, Dallas
What to order: Heartcakes, Enchilada Verde, Sedona, Fajita
The newly opened modern Mexican restaurant, UnaVida is committed to providing elevated good-for-you food and drink. Award-winning Chef Matt McCallister created a menu that offers dishes inspired by traditional Mexican flavors but are intentionally innovative as well made with the freshest, cleanest and highest quality ingredients. Start off with items like the light and refreshing Heartcakes appetizer with cabbage slaw, avocado and lime aioli. A healthy highlight on the menu includes their bowls such as the Enchilada Verde, Sedona, and Fajita, with your choice of Mexican cauliflower rice, cilantro rice or a quinoa base.
HG Sply Co.
Where: Two locations in North Texas
What to order: Smoky Carrot Hummus, Lamb Tabbouleh, Kale Caesar, Quinoa Burger
HG Sply Co. is known for their healthy options and philosophy with the approach of eating well-sourced, minimally processed and properly proportioned food. Some highlights on the menu include the Smoky Carrot Hummus; Lamb Tabbouleh; Kale Caesar with warm garlic-chickpea croutons, pecorino romano and HG caesar dressing; Quinoa Burger — housemade quinoa burger, smoky carrot hummus, smashed avocado, kalamata tapenade, arugula and tomato; as well as their popular “build your own bowls'' with plenty of protein, base and sauce options.
HERO by HG
Where: 3090 Nowitzki Way, Dallas
What to order: Ahi Tuna Tostadas, Smoky Carrot Hummus, Strawberry Grilled Chicken Salad
If you're seeking a venue to enjoy game-watching while still honoring your health goals, look no further than HERO by HG. Kick off your experience with the invigorating citrus Ahi Tuna Tostadas, featuring a fusion of flavors like onion, cilantro and avocado or the Smoky Carrot Hummus with fresh veggies and grilled pita bread. Light entrees are offered such as the Strawberry Grilled Chicken Salad with strawberries, goat cheese, candied pecans and lemon poppy seed dressing; Tuna Poke; and “BYO” (build-your-own) Bowls.
