Easy Healthy Meal Ideas For The Week

Monday: Egg and Veggie Scramble

Start your week off with a healthy and delicious breakfast. An egg and veggie scramble is the perfect way to begin. This meal is incredibly simple to make and uses basic ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen. Start by cracking two eggs into a bowl and whisking them together with a bit of salt and pepper. Meanwhile, heat a bit of oil in a skillet and add in your favorite veggies such as mushrooms, bell pepper, spinach, and onion. Once the veggies are cooked through, add the whisked eggs to the pan and scramble everything together. Serve with a slice of whole wheat toast and you have a quick, nutritious, and delicious breakfast.

Tuesday: Baked Salmon with Spinach and Rice

This easy dinner is packed with flavor and nutrition. Start by preheating your oven to 400°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a piece of salmon on the baking sheet and season with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through. While the salmon is baking, cook some white or brown rice according to package instructions. Once the rice is cooked, add some fresh spinach to the pot and stir until wilted. Serve the salmon with the spinach and rice and you have a delicious, balanced meal.

Wednesday: Chickpea and Veggie Curry

This vegan-friendly dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite. Start by heating some oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in diced onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until fragrant. Then, add in your favorite veggies such as bell pepper, carrots, and cauliflower and cook until softened. Next, add a can of chickpeas and stir in your favorite curry powder and some salt and pepper. Add a can of coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add more water or coconut milk as needed to reach your desired consistency. Serve the curry over cooked white or brown rice and you have a hearty, flavorful meal.

Thursday: Turkey, Veggie, and Quinoa Bowls

This quick and easy dinner is the perfect way to get in a balanced meal. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a few turkey cutlets on the baking sheet and season with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through. While the turkey is baking, cook some quinoa according to package instructions. Once the quinoa is cooked, add in some cooked veggies such as broccoli, bell pepper, and onion. Divide the quinoa and veggies into bowls and top with the cooked turkey. You have a tasty, nutritious dinner in no time.

Friday: Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Switch up your Friday night dinner with these delicious sweet potato fries. Start by preheating your oven to 425°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut two large sweet potatoes into thin fry shapes and place them on the baking sheet. Drizzle with some oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through. Serve with your favorite dip and you have a delicious, healthy side dish.

Saturday: Vegetable Stir Fry

This easy meal is a great way to use up any veggies you have in your fridge. Start by heating some oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in your favorite veggies such as broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook until the veggies are softened, stirring occasionally. Then, whisk together some soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger and add to the skillet. Cook for a few more minutes and serve over cooked white or brown rice. You have a tasty and nutritious dinner in no time.