Healthy Meal Prep Ideas: 5 Easy Recipes for Busy Weeknights
Meal prep can be a game changer for busy weeknights, helping you eat healthier while saving time and money. These simple recipes are perfect for making ahead and enjoying throughout the week.
➡ Recipe 1: Chicken, Quinoa & Veggie Bowls
Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts (grilled or baked)
1 cup cooked quinoa
2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
Olive oil, salt, pepper, and your favorite seasoning
Instructions:
1. Season and cook the chicken until fully cooked.
2. Roast veggies with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Divide quinoa, veggies, and chicken into meal containers.
➡ Recipe 2: Turkey & Sweet Potato Skillet
Ingredients:
1 lb ground turkey
2 large sweet potatoes (diced)
1 onion (chopped)
2 cups spinach
Olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika
Instructions:
1. Sauté onions in olive oil until softened.
2. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
3. Stir in sweet potatoes, cover, and cook until tender. Add spinach last.
➡ Recipe 3: Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Ingredients:
1 can chickpeas (rinsed)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 red onion (chopped)
1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
Olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oregano
Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings.
➡ Recipe 4: Baked Salmon & Asparagus
Ingredients:
2 salmon fillets
1 bunch asparagus
Olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season salmon and asparagus, place on a baking sheet.
3. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon is flaky.
➡ Recipe 5: Egg Muffin Cups
Ingredients:
6 eggs
1 cup spinach (chopped)
1/2 bell pepper (diced)
1/2 cup cheese (optional)
Salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Whisk eggs and seasonings. Add veggies and cheese.
3. Pour into a greased muffin tin and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Meal prep made easy! Try these healthy recipes and enjoy nutritious meals even on your busiest days.
