23 Prepped & Perfect Meals You Can Make Ahead
Meal prepping isn’t just a time saver, it can be the difference between having a nutritious meal to fuel your day or trying to rummage something out of the fridge again! These meals are perfect to prep ahead and take on the go. Nutritious, delicious, and energizing meals – soups, sheet pan meals, and more.
Sheet Pan Tofu Ranch Bowls
You don’t have to be vegan to love this healthy plant-based sheet-pan ranch bowl! This recipe features roasted ranch potatoes, tofu, whole grains, vegetables, and a creamy non-dairy ranch dressing. It’s also a delicious meal prep recipe for a busy week ahead.
Get the Recipe: Plant-Based Sheet Pan Ranch Bowls.
Mediterranean Garbanzo Bean Salad
When you’re in the mood for a salad that’s incredibly delicious, fun to eat, and super nutritious, this garbanzo bean salad is what you’re going to want to make! Made with crunchy and fresh veggies, satisfying garbanzo beans, and a homemade vinaigrette, this salad can be prepped ahead for quick and healthy lunches or served as a side dish to your favorite protein.
Get the Recipe: Garbanzo Bean Salad.
Southwest Salad
The classic southwest salad gets a modern makeover! Greens are topped with spiced chickpeas, tomatoes, grilled chicken, sharp cheddar, guacamole, and tortilla chips to flavor each bite. You can make some components ahead for an even quicker meal.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Salad.
Veggie Minestrone
You’ll love this healthy soup recipe! Loaded with vegetables (8 different ones, to be exact) and beans (3 different types), this minestrone simmers away in a rich tomato broth and is both hearty and healthy at the same time. It’s cozy, comforting, delicious, and nutritious on a cold day or chilly night.
Get the Recipe: Minestrone Soup.
Sheet Pan Shrimp and Veggies
You’ll love this recipe for its quick prep and colorful, fresh veggies that pair perfectly with shrimp. It’s all roasted on one sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. The best part? It’s ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or a quick dinner fix.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Shrimp and Veggies.
Greek Orzo Salad
You’ll love this Greek orzo pasta salad with bright, fresh flavors and satisfying, salty bites! It’s made with classic Greek ingredients like crunchy and crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, salty feta, and fresh dill. Everything is tossed with tender pasta and a red wine vinaigrette for an utterly delicious salad.
Get the Recipe: Greek Orzo Salad.
Cowboy Caviar
Don’t tell the party guests that this bean dip is secretly super-nutritious – it will be gobbled up based on flavor alone! Made with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, two types of beans, and a tangy dressing, it’s hard to stop eating this dip! Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a scoopable snack everyone always adores.
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar.
Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili
This slow cooker butternut squash chili recipe is exactly what you need to make the next time you find yourself craving something nutritious, delicious, and super filling. It has a delicious sweet and savory flavor and is easily customizable when served with a variety of toppings.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili.
Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry
This 20-minute stir fry makes a great weeknight dinner. The sweet and savory chunks of chicken taste just as good as the dish from your local Chinese restaurant. Serve it over rice or with stir-fried veggies for a take-out fake-out dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry.
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
This recipe is all about tender, juicy marinated chicken complemented by creamy feta and a mix of vibrant, fresh veggies. You’ll love how the flavors meld together for a hearty, satisfying meal with minimal effort. It’s the perfect go-to for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired dinner.
Get the Recipe: Greek Sheet Pan Chicken.
Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet
Taco night has never been so tasty! This dish is as easy as can be and is loaded with cheesy ground turkey, black beans, corn, and plenty of taco toppings to make a one-dish meal that can fill up a hungry family. You can have this quick meal on the table in just about 15 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet.
Chicken Vegetable Soup
Shredded chicken meat, carrots, celery, and onions with rice and spinach make an ultra-nutritious soup! You will love this aromatic and colorful comfort food dish on cold days. Make it ahead so you have a filling lunch in minutes.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Vegetable Soup.
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod
This Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod is a light, refreshing option with tender fish and vibrant Mediterranean flavors. With a sprinkle of herbs and a drizzle of olive oil, it’s a simple yet flavorful meal that will transport you straight to the coast.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod.
Ground Turkey Meal Prep Recipe
This protein-packed bowl is a meal prep dream, combining lean ground turkey with vibrant veggies and hearty grains for a balanced, satisfying dish. It’s perfect for busy days and delivers a delicious mix of flavor and nutrition to keep you fueled all week.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Meal Prep Recipe.
Mediterranean Steak Bowls
Bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this bowl features tender, seasoned steak, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing over a wholesome grain base. It’s a nutrient-dense meal that brings bold taste and vibrant ingredients together in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Steak Bowls.
Mediterranean Baked Turkey Meatballs
Make these baked meatballs anytime you crave Mediterranean flavors. These start with ground turkey and a delicious blend of spices. Pair them with a simple salad, rice and cucumbers, or tuck them into a pita pocket for a tasty sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Baked Turkey Meatballs.
Best Chicken Salad
The best part of this rotisserie chicken salad recipe? The TEXTURE! Instead of big chunks of chicken and celery, everything is processed together into a pate-like texture that is absolutely perfect. It’s perfect scooped up with crackers and fresh vegetables, stuffed into tomatoes, or in between two slices of good bread for a classic sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Best Chicken Salad.
Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl
A fiery and flavorful twist on a classic rice bowl, this dish pairs spicy tuna with fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a perfectly balanced sauce. It’s a satisfying, protein-rich meal that’s as nourishing as delicious.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl.
Southwest Turkey Taco Bowls
Make these turkey taco bowls for dinner on a night that you crave southwestern flavors. With ground turkey, diced tomatoes, black beans and corn kernels served over rice, these bowls are as easy as they are filling and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Southwest Turkey Taco Bowls.
Greek Meatball Soup
This Greek meatball soup is such a tasty twist on how to serve ground turkey. With rice, onions, eggs, and red pepper in the turkey meatballs and a brothy soup with an egg-lemon sauce, this soup is unique and so delicious that it will be a regular on your meal planning rotation.
Get the Recipe: Greek Meatball Soup.
Ground Pork Stir Fry
Stir fry dinners always makes a great busy night meal option. This recipe starts with ground pork and adds mushrooms, spinach and the yummiest peanut butter sauce for a filling meal that is flavorful and comes together fast for a great family-style meal.
Get the Recipe: Ground Pork Stir Fry.
Crockpot Salsa Chicken
This crockpot salsa chicken is easy, versatile, and incredibly flavorful! Made with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, let the slow cooker do the rest of the work. You’ll have flavorful and juicy chicken for tacos, salads, bowls, and more. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is as delicious as it is effortless.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Salsa Chicken.
Lemon Pepper Shrimp
This juicy lemon pepper shrimp recipe is sure to become a weeknight dinner fave and there’s a lot to love. It’s full of butter-y, lemon-y, pepper-y flavor (YUM!); it’s ready in about 10 minutes; and it’s made with a handful of ingredients. The bright and delicious lemon flavors enhance the shrimp in this delicious recipe. We love it over rice, but it would also be great on pasta.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Pepper Shrimp.
