Tasty, Healthy Food in Phoenix

If you’ve resolved to eat healthy this year, it doesn’t mean you have to give up on dining out. These Phoenix-area restaurants offer great healthy menus with offerings ranging from seafood to vegetarian fare. Check out our options for the tastiest healthy food in Phoenix.



Farm & Craft

Farm & Craft, with one bistro in Old Town Scottsdale and another in Uptown Phoenix, brings together food and community. The seasonal menu, which includes local and responsibly sourced ingredients, uses 100% grass-fed beef and also features vegetarian and vegan options. Farm & Craft is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is also popular for brunch and happy hour. The bowls are always a good healthy option. Build your own, or go for the Fried Farro Bowl with farro, grilled pineapple, shredded carrot, snap peas, jalapeño, cilantro, toasted cashews, and a tamari glaze. Be sure to try the Farro Mac & Cheese for a gluten-free twist on an American classic. The Herb Crusted Grilled Salmon over roasted Faroe island salmon, lemon turmeric breadcrumb, zucchini noodles, corn puree, and tomato vinaigrette is a favorite entrée.

Salmon entree at Farm & Craft. Photo courtesy farm & Craft

Salmon entree at Farm & Craft. Photo courtesy farm & Craft

ProteinHouse

ProteinHouse, with three Arizona locations, is a protein-rich, fast-casual restaurant serving athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to eat clean. Dine in at the restaurant or let ProteinHouse do your meal prep. Lean bowls include your choice of protein. For a post-workout splurge, try Chocolate Monster Pancakes, featuring chocolate, bananas, and walnuts on whole-grain whey protein pancakes.


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The Sexy Bowl at ProteinHouse. Photo courtesy ProteinHouse

The Sexy Bowl at ProteinHouse. Photo courtesy ProteinHouse



Kale + Clover Mindful Kitchen

Kale + Clover Mindful Kitchen is a fast-casual restaurant with chef-crafted healthy options, located in Scottsdale. Here, diners can start the day with a cold-pressed juice, nut milk or fresh smoothie, and a selection of entrées, including veggie/vegan and gluten-free dishes. An egg-white burrito with sweet potato has a smoky chipotle salsa. Want something stick-to-your-ribs good? Try the quinoa porridge with apples and maple syrup. For lunch and dinner, the Superfood Salad is a meal in a bowl with greens, quinoa, and avocado topped with a bright lemon vinaigrette. For a veggie twist to the popular sushi roll, try the Avocado Summer Roll with a house-made chili garlic sauce. Other options range from Turkey Bolognese to Shrimp Pesto Pasta.

Note: The restaurant has temporarily closed so watch their Facebook page for updates.

Kale and Clover Food Avocado Summer Roll. Photo courtesy Kale + Clover

Kale and Clover Food Avocado Summer Roll. Photo courtesy Kale + Clover



24 Carrots Natural Café & Juice Bar

24 Carrots Natural Café & Juice Bar in Tempe serves all-vegan, mostly gluten-free dishes made with local, organic, seasonal ingredients. At 24 Carrots, it’s all about clean eating, whether you opt for an all-natural smoothie, fresh juice, a savory dish, or want something sweet. A local favorite is My Favorite French Toast, dipped in coconut custard and served with grilled banana, house granola, and berry orange syrup. A gluten-free option is available. Raw eating is definitely clean eating, so try the Raw Tacos Supreme, a gluten-free, vegan option to traditional tacos. They start with a house-dehydrated veggie tortilla, topped with walnut “taco meat,” greens, rainbow veggies, cashew sour cream, and avocado.

Raw Tacos Supreme. Photo courtesy 24 Carrots

Raw Tacos Supreme. Photo courtesy 24 Carrots

True Food Kitchen

True Food Kitchen, founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, has locations in Phoenix and Scottsdale. True Food celebrates better living and prepares items with ingredients known for their anti-inflammatory properties. The menu features gluten-free, veggie, and vegan options, but there are also great choices for meat and fish lovers. Although the menu changes often, drawing on what’s in season and available, there are always a few favorite mainstays. Try the Inside Out Quinoa Burger with hummus and tzatziki. Want meat? No worries. Try the pan-seared natural chicken or a taco with grilled fish or grass-fed steak. True Food also has a hand-crafted cocktail menu featuring fresh ingredients. Opt for a margarita with pomegranate and ginger, or a grapefruit vodka martini with organic vodka and fresh Thai basil.

Inside Out Quinoa Burger. Photo courtesy True Food Kitchen

Inside Out Quinoa Burger. Photo courtesy True Food Kitchen

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Arizona Dining

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Written by Susan Lanier-Graham

Founder and publisher Susan Lanier-Graham has traveled the world for the past twenty years, filling a passport or two along the way. She has wandered through the jungles of Thailand, explored the mysteries of the Great Pyramids, and shared the night with a leopard in Zambia. She sailed in the Mediterranean, sipped her way through Burgundy canals and Champagne caves. She followed Rembrandt’s footsteps through Amsterdam. Susan found her center on the red rocks of Sedona and soaked up an exquisite sunset over the Indian Ocean in Bali. Susan is always looking for wow moments around the world or across the street to share with adventure lovers everywhere. She has authored more than 75 books and hundreds of magazine articles. Susan is an award-winning travel writer and member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). She is a Certified California Wine Appellation Specialist (CWAS). Susan is also the managing editor of North Peoria Lifestyle, a print lifestyle publication in the Phoenix, Arizona, area. Susan's work regularly appears in print and online in a variety of publications. These include various AAA publications, Postcards for Travel Leaders, Alamo.com, Hotels.com, Fairmont.com, Sofitel.com, Paradise Valley City Lifestyle, Scottsdale City Lifestyle, So Scottsdale, Green Living AZ, Modern Luxury, Marriott.com, WHERE Arizona, WHERE Traveler Phoenix + Scottsdale, and more.

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