5 Healthy Food Recipes Using Manuka Honey
Looking for ways to make your meals healthier and more flavorful? Manuka honey isn’t just for colds and sore throats—it’s also an amazing ingredient to incorporate into your everyday meals. Thanks to its natural antibacterial properties, high antioxidant content, and low glycemic index, Manuka honey is a health-boosting alternative to refined sugars.
To help you bring this superfood into your kitchen, here are five wholesome recipes that use Manuka honey in creative and delicious ways.
1. Manuka Honey Breakfast Parfait
Start your day with this easy, nourishing parfait packed with protein and probiotics.
Ingredients:
½ cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup granola
1 tbsp Manuka honey
½ cup fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
Instructions: Layer yogurt, berries, and granola in a bowl or jar. Drizzle Manuka honey over the top. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for a quick breakfast on the go.
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2. Manuka Honey Glazed Salmon
This simple recipe gives you a flavorful dinner packed with omega-3s and natural sweetness.
Ingredients:
2 salmon fillets
2 tbsp Manuka honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions: Whisk together the honey, soy sauce, mustard, and lemon juice. Brush over salmon and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes. Serve with steamed veggies or brown rice.
Want to know why UMF matters when cooking with Manuka honey? Check out our UMF rating guide.
3. Manuka Honey Vinaigrette Dressing
Give your salads a tasty, antioxidant-rich twist with this light dressing.
Ingredients:
1 tbsp Manuka honey
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Shake all ingredients together in a jar. Drizzle over leafy greens, quinoa salads, or roasted vegetables.
4. Manuka Honey & Cinnamon Roasted Nuts
The perfect healthy snack or salad topper—these nuts are sweet, crunchy, and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients:
1 cup raw almonds or walnuts
1 tbsp Manuka honey
½ tsp cinnamon
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions: Mix nuts with honey, cinnamon, and salt. Spread on a baking tray and roast at 170°C (340°F) for 10–12 minutes. Let cool before serving.
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5. Manuka Honey Banana Oat Cookies
These cookies are healthy enough for breakfast but tasty enough for dessert.
Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas
1 cup rolled oats
2 tbsp Manuka honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions: Mash bananas and mix with oats, honey, and vanilla. Fold in optional extras. Scoop onto a baking tray and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes.
Why Cook with Manuka Honey?
Manuka honey retains more nutrients and health benefits than processed sugars. It’s perfect for clean eating and supports your wellness goals—whether you’re boosting immunity, aiding digestion, or simply cutting back on refined sugar.
Just make sure to use Manuka honey at lower temperatures or after cooking to preserve its powerful enzymes and compounds. For best results, choose UMF 10+ or higher.
