10 Healthy Meal Prep Recipes To Try ASAP

Whether you’re trying to make better choices for your health, budget or both… you can’t go wrong with meal prepping. Preparing your meals ahead of time not only saves you major time in the morning, but it can also save you cash and keep you on track and energized throughout the week. Wanna add some healthy meal prep recipes to your book? Check out these delicious make-ahead dishes we found on Instagram!

1. @goveganmeal / Vegan Mushroom Broccoli Rigatoni

You just can’t go wrong with a creamy combination of mushrooms and pasta. This vegan recipe is perfect for making ahead of time or just whipping up for dinner. Check out the post caption for all of the deets!

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? Vegan Mushroom Broccoli Rigatoni! . Follow @goveganmeal for more daily vegan inspiration ?. ? Recipe below ? .⠀ ??Recipe: Pasta:⠀ 16 ounces rigatoni⠀ 1 head broccoli, chopped⠀ 1–2 cups baby bella mushrooms⠀ . Sauce:⠀ 2 1/4 cups unsweetened plain almond milk⠀ Juice from 1 lemon (or more to taste)⠀ 12 large garlic cloves⠀ 3 tbsp brown rice flour⠀ 1–1.5 tsp sea salt ⠀ 1 tbsp olive oil⠀ Black pepper to taste⠀ Optional: 1/2 tsp lemon zest⠀ . Turn on post notifications to stay updated with our latest posts . Tag a friend that would love to eat this ? . . . . . . ? by @eatwithclarity #veganmuscle #vegancommunity #veganrecipes #plantbasedfitness #plantbasedgirl #plantbasedwholefood #veganmeal #veganfeature #veganbowls #veganfoodie #vegantacos #veganfoodlover #veganbeauty #plantbasedcheese #plantbasedrecipes #veganblogger #veganforlife #vegancheese #plantbasedmealprep #plantbasedmama #vegancurry #vegancake #veganrecipe #plantbasedfoodshare #plantbasedhealing

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2. @primaverakitchen / Greek Chicken Salad

Quit bringing that boring salad to lunch. This tasty Greek salad is gluten-free, low carb *and* Paleo and Whole30 friendly. Bookmark the entire recipe on their blog, Primavera Kitchen!

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A Greek Chicken Salad is a fresh spring flavor you can make any time of year. Packed with bright healthy ingredients, it makes a great lunch or meal prep solution. . . Clickable link in my profile for ALL THE RECIPES or find the recipe here ? https://www.primaverakitchen.com/greek-chicken-salad-bowls-meal-prep/ . . #mealprepideas #salad #saladrecipe #mealprepsunday #mealprepmonday #mealprep #healthymealprep #lunchideas #mealprepmadeeasy #easymealprep #healthylunchideas #healthylunch #mealpreplife #mealprepdaily #easymelprep #mealprepping #bakedchickenbreast #chickenbreastrecipe #chickendinner #chickenrecipes #chickenbreast #easyrecipes #easydinner #dinnerideas #chickenlover #lowcarbmeals #lowcarbrecipes #lowcarbfood #greekfood #greeksalad

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3. @fortheloveofgourmet / White Cheddar Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

This veggie-infused comfort dish looks delish, plus it’s easy to make. Just toss all of the ingredients in your magical Instant Pot and it’ll be ready to prep in 20 minutes. Read the full recipe on For The Love Of Gourmet!

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Halfway through this cold and snowy week and my plans include a big bowl of this instant pot white cheddar cauliflower mac and cheese. Basically the coziest and easiest mac and cheese with veggies snuck in! I’m headed to Austin this weekend for a girls weekend with one of my best college friends and I’m so excited for some warmer weather. Recipe in the blog archives! ? . . https://fortheloveofgourmet.com/instant-pot-white-cheddar-cauliflower-mac-and-cheese/ . . #thefeedfeed #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #yahoofood #todayfood #buzzfeast #buzzfeedfood #bhgfood #instantpot #instantpotrecipes @instantpotofficial #foodblogger #foodblogfeed #foodphotography #foodphotographer #mypinterest #myamazonkitchen #abmlifeisbeautiful #forkfeed #beautifulcuisines #hautecuisines #foodtographyschool #eeeeeats #comfortfood #dinnerrecipes #instafood #easydinner #easydinnerideas

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4. @easyfamilyrecipes / Italian Tortellini Skillet

We’re fans of any make-ahead meal that involves tortellini. This recipe can be whipped together in one skillet, making cleanup and meal planning a breeze. View the entire recipe in the photo caption.

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➡️How about a ONE SKILLET meal that's loaded with veggies and still kid friendly!? I. Am. In.? l This unicorn exists and it's surprisingly easy to make! 1️⃣Swipe to see the step by step. 2️⃣Hop over to the link in my profile for serving suggestions, nutrition info and printable recipe card.  3️⃣Get the recipe below! ITALIAN TORTELLINI SKILLET INGREDIENTS 1 lb Italian sausage ground 1 sweet yellow onion diced 1/2 cup carrots finely diced 3 cloves garlic pressed 4 cups baby spinach fresh 1 jar marinara sauce (23 oz) 1 cup beef broth 1/2 tsp salt 8 oz cheese tortellini frozen 1/4 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat, stirring and breaking up as you cook. 2. Remove the sausage from the skillet and cook the onions and carrots in the grease from the sausage until the onions are translucent and the carrots are soft. Stir in the pressed garlic. 3. Add the marinara sauce, broth, Italian sausage, and salt and stir to combine. 4. Stir in the tortellini and continue to cook over medium heat. Once the sauce starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low, place the lid on the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. 5. After 5 minutes remove the lid, turn the heat back to medium and stir in the spinach. Continue to cook for 3-5 more minutes until the spinach has wilted, the tortellini is soft and the sauce is thick. 6. Remove from heat and top with parmesan cheese. Serve hot. Enjoy! RECIPE NOTES: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or in the freezer for up to a month. ©2019 Easy Family Recipes- Recipe found at: https://easyfamilyrecipes.com/Italian-sausage-totellini-skillet #tortellini #lunchideas  #dinnertonight #foodforkids #familydinner #dinnerrecipe #slowcookerrecipe #easyfamilyrecipes #dinners #recipeoftheday #recipe #mealplanning #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealprepping #mealprepmonday #mealplan #mealpreprecipe #dinner #recipes #recipebox #dinnerfortwo #ww #healthydinner #oneskillet

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5. @foodiecrush / Quinoa And Kale Protein Power Salad

Trust us, you’re not gonna fall into a food coma at work with this protein-packed salad. With quinoa, kale, pistachios and bright citrus, it’ll keep you awake all day. Save the entire recipe (and many more) on Foodie Crush!

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Quinoa, kale, chickpeas and pistachios turn a hum drum lunch into a protein packed feast because whether you're declaring resolutions, revolutions or re-solutions, ‘tis the time of year when we all want to eat better. More healthy. More wholesome. But why do we need the new year to remind us we should be eating healthy, whole foods? To eat seasonal? To eat and live right? Well…with veg-heavy salads like this on the table, the answer is right on your plate. Get the recipe with the link in my profile then search "quinoa kale". ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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6. @flourishingfoodie / Hearty Vegetarian Chili

Need something to warm you up throughout the week? Try this vegetarian-friendly chili! Loaded with vegetables and coziness, all you’ll need are your favorite toppings to take along with you. Read the entire recipe over at Flourishing Foodie.

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The ground is covered in a blanket of snow. The driveway and road are covered in a sheet of ice. Kids are home from school today. I have no food in the house, but luckily just enough to make this hearty veggie chili. Send help. And wine. . . . #bhgfood #foodwinewomen #instafood #instagood #tastingtable #thekitchn #thekitchen #feedfeed #thefeedfeed #foodglooby #foodgasm #foodgloriousfood #dietitianapproved #dietitians #dietitianeats #plantbasedfood #plantbasedpower #plantbased #plantbasedrecipes #chilli #warmfood #cozyfood

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7. @healthfulradiance / Creamy Cauliflower Curry

Take a break from your other make-ahead dishes and try this vibrant (and vegan-friendly) curry! But just a heads up, there’s a strong chance you’ll wanna make this tasty dish 24/7. Peep the full ingredient list in the photo caption!

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i’ve been dyinggggg to share this recipe because i’ve made it every week for the past two months. i adore all of my curries but i’ve finally nailed a technique that i’m obsessed with for both rich flavor and texture. dropping the details below ♥️ ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️ creamy cauliflower curry: olive oil 
diced onion 
ground ginger 
curry powder 
cumin turmeric 
sea salt
1 can full fat coconut milk 
2 coconut tbsp sugar  1 5.3 oz container vegan greek yogurt
1 can rinsed and drained chickpeas
2 medium zucchinis, chopped 
1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets 
2 medium red bell peppers, diced sauté onions in generous amount of olive oil and sea salt until soft. add the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and salt. cook and stir until the spices are fragrant.  add the coconut milk, yogurt, and coconut sugar and bring to a simmer. cook at a light simmer for 4-5 minutes. add the cooked chickpeas, cauliflower, and zucchini. bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes. add the kale and simmer until just tender, 2-3 minutes. . . #healthyfood #healthy #foodie #cleaneats #foodblogger #vegans #veganstew #pb#whatveganseat #wellness #fitness #healthyinspo #healthylife #glutenfree #grainfree #paleo #healthymeals #plantpower #thenewhealth #mbg #food52grams #thefeedfeed #stew #thechalkboardeats

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8. @foodhome.co / Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

If you’re trying to resist the urge to order take-out at the office, then this chicken fajitas recipe is definitely for you. The best part? It’s all prepped on one sheet! View the entire recipe in the original photo caption.

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S H E E T P A N chicken fajitas. I think this is hands down the most popular recipe I have ever posted. It’s loved by all and nothing gives me more joy! It’s on the menu this week and I’m sharing the recipe ?. #foodhomeco ⠀⠀ Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas … Ingredients: … 4 chicken breasts, sliced into strips 1 yellow pepper, sliced (thick julienne) 1 red pepper, sliced (thick julienne) 1 green pepper, sliced (thick julienne) 1 purple onion, sliced (thick julienne) Olive oil 1 package tortillas … Toppings: 1 package micro-greens or lettuce Guacamole Salsa Hot sauce 1/2 lime, sliced Optional: feta or shredded cheddar … Taco Spice mix: 1 Tbsp chili powder, 1/2 Tbsp paprika, 1/2 Tbsp garlic powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black ground pepper, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) … Instructions: … 1. Preheat oven to 400 ‘ F 2. Coat large cookie sheet with a little bit of olive oil. Arrange veggies on cookie sheet. 3. Add sliced Chicken breast on top. 4. Sprinkle with taco spice mix and drizzle with olive oil. Toss gently to coat and then spread out so that pieces of chicken are not overlapping each other. 5. Bake for approximately 10-15 minutes. Rotate halfway and bake until chicken is cooked through. 6. Squeeze with fresh lime right before serving. 7. Serve family style and with tortillas and desired toppings. You can also make taco bowls and serve on top of rice. . ✨K I D E D I T: quesadillas or chicken with a side of rice.

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9. @thespicearsenal / Breakfast Egg Muffins

Meal prepping is a godsend for those of us who aren’t big morning people. Too zonked to make your breakfast? This recipe will definitely help. Grab your ingredients and get going with the full recipe.

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Breakfast Egg Muffins – "How do you like your eggs, sir?", we reply, "muffined!" New way to enjoy your eggs and they turn to be delicious too. Use this to meal prep your way into the work week and heat them as needed. So versatile and delicioso that you will love them. . . . . . . . . #thespicearsenal #arsenal #eggs #eggslut #proteinpacked #mealprep #healthymealprep #foodie #foodgawkers #eggstagram #foodstagram #foodblogger #foodpics #instagood #instafood #instapic #foodlover #heresmyfood #healthylifestyle #ketomealprep #keto #onmytable #foodgasm #foodporn #yummy #tasty #yuminthetumrepost

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10. @theskinnyishdish / Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

Repeat after us: cheesy chicken spaghetti. This lighter recipe is creamy, cheesy, slightly spicy *and* ready in less than an hour. Score! Save the entire recipe from the Skinnyish Dish.

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I thought I’d hop on real quick here and talk bout how I’ll be approaching recipes specifically having to do with “the purple ww plan”. ⁣ ⁣ Here’s my Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti. It’s delicious. It’s a family FAV! It’s 8 Points on ?, 7 Points on ?, and 7 Points on ? using the exact recipe, but if yer doin’ purple you can easily tweak it by using whole wheat spaghetti noodles and that makes it only 4 Points a serving. If you have a moment.. can ya hop on over to this blog post (tap @theskinnyishdish for link in bio or google “skinnyish dish chicken spaghetti”) and tell me if the way I wrote it in the recipe notes makes sense? I’m not doing the purple plan, but I do want to make my recipes accessible to everybody because that’s important to me. ♥️ thank you! ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Direct recipe link: https://theskinnyishdish.com/tex-mex-cheesy-chicken-spag/

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Now that you’ve got some new recipes on your radar, it’s time to focus on freshening up your workout routine! Boost your backside with 17 Booty-Blasting Kettlebell Workouts!

Allison Wheeler

Allison is a writer, Bruce Springsteen enthusiast, and sixth-generation Texan living in Denton, Texas.