“Healthy Meal Prep: 25 Ideas to Streamline Your Life”
1. Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place a piece of salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top with your favorite vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms) and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.
2. Quinoa Bowls: Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Divide cooked quinoa into four containers. Top with your favorite vegetables, such as roasted bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Greek Yogurt Parfaits: Layer Greek yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit in four containers.
4. Turkey and Cheese Wraps: Spread a whole wheat wrap with hummus. Top with turkey, cheese, lettuce, and tomato. Roll up and cut in half.
5. Egg Muffins: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray. Whisk together eggs, milk, and your favorite vegetables. Pour into muffin tin and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until eggs are cooked through.
6. Chicken and Rice Bowls: Cook brown rice according to package instructions. Divide cooked rice into four containers. Top with cooked chicken, black beans, corn, and your favorite salsa.
7. Turkey Burgers: Form ground turkey into four patties. Grill or cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Serve on whole wheat buns with your favorite toppings.
8. Baked Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Serve with your favorite toppings.
9. Lentil Soup: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until softened. Add lentils, vegetable broth, and seasonings. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
10. Turkey and Veggie Stuffed Peppers: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut bell peppers in half and remove seeds. Place on a baking sheet. In a bowl, combine cooked ground turkey, cooked quinoa, and your favorite vegetables. Stuff each pepper with the mixture and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until peppers are tender.
11. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto: Spiralize zucchini into noodles. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add zucchini noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender. Toss with your favorite pesto.
12. Turkey and Avocado Wraps: Spread a whole wheat wrap with mashed avocado. Top with turkey, lettuce, and tomato. Roll up and cut in half.
13. Baked Tofu: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut tofu into cubes and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
14. Egg Salad: Hard boil eggs and let cool. Peel and mash eggs in a bowl. Add mayonnaise, mustard, and your favorite seasonings. Serve on whole wheat bread or in a wrap.
15. Greek Salad: In a large bowl, combine chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and oregano. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
16. Turkey and Hummus Wraps: Spread a whole wheat wrap with hummus. Top with turkey, lettuce, and tomato. Roll up and cut in half.
17. Baked Falafel: Preheat oven to 375°F. Form falafel mixture into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with tahini sauce.
18. Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through. Add broccoli and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Add your favorite stir fry sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes.
19. Turkey and Cheese Quesadillas: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Place a whole wheat tortilla in the skillet and top with turkey, cheese, and your favorite vegetables. Top with another tortilla and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.
20. Baked Salmon with Avocado Salsa: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place a piece of salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top with your favorite salsa (such as diced avocado, tomatoes, and cilantro). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.
21. Lentil Tacos: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add cooked lentils and your favorite taco seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through. Serve in taco shells with your favorite toppings.
22. Turkey and Cheese Sandwich: Spread two slices of whole wheat bread with mayonnaise. Top with turkey, cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
23. Baked Sweet Potato Fries: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut sweet potatoes into fries and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
24. Quinoa Salad: Cook quinoa according to package instructions. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, your favorite vegetables, and your favorite dressing.
25. Hummus and Veggie Wraps: Spread a whole wheat wrap with hummus. Top with your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Roll up and cut in half.