You're seriously missing out if you're not meal planning. It initially sounds like a meal plan takes a ton of work, but that isn't always the case. Meal planning can guide you to a healthier diet, and take the worry out of cooking every day. Take these 31 easy recipes for example: they take less than an hour of your time, utilize widely accessible ingredients, and yield big servings that you can portion out accordingly throughout the week. Try a few of these meal plan-friendly recipes this month, and you'll see why it's a timesaver and a lifesaver.
Whether meal planning is new to you or you’re a planning pro, we’ve made it simple with this guide full of easy, healthy recipes to try. Take a peek at this 31-day meal plan for 2024 to get some stellar nutritional inspiration!
Paleo Chicken Piccata
Brit + Co
This cozy meal is full of beneficial ingredients and the leftovers reheat amazingly well. (via Brit + Co)
Keto Alfredo Zoodles
Brit + Co
This zoodles recipe is an uber-creative way to craft a delicious alfredo flavored dinner. It's low-carb, keto, vegan and gluten-free friendly. Plus, this recipe stores super well in the fridge for meal prep. (via Brit + Co)
Instant Pot Tuscan White Bean Soup
Brit + Co
Soup is always a good call when it's cold outside. This white bean soup recipe is extremely healthy and filling for the season, so make sure it's not missed on your monthly meal plan. (via Brit + Co)
Mermaid Veggie Sushi Bowl
Brit + Co
Sometimes making a healthy meal look like a work of art makes it taste so much better. Try out this single-serving sushi bowl and garnish it with care. Your fam will love this meal plan option at first bite. (via Brit + Co)
Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Salt & Lavender
Prioritizing protein is a crucial step in maintaining a healthy diet. This easy chickpea salad is packed with protein, and super delicious, too. Prep a big batch to enjoy in a salad or on a sandwich this year! (via Salt & Lavender)
Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Spinach and Cheese
Two Spoons
When meal planning a healthy dinner, don't skip the veggies. This recipe delivers on a super easy and healthy vegan bite. The squash perfectly emulates pasta if you're trying to eat low-carb. (via Two Spoons)
Honey Mustard Mason Jar Salads
Chef Bai
Storing your office lunch has never been easier with a mason jar. The best part about this salad recipe is you can make the portions ahead of time, taking the worry out of your mind when considering what to eat for a healthy lunch. (via Chef Bai)
Healthy Chai Banana Pancakes
Half Baked Harvest
When the sweet tooth calls, we always answer. But that doesn't mean we have to ditch healthy eating. These banana chai pancakes are so yummy and so good for you. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Chicken Caesar Salad with Grilled Romaine
Barley and Sage
Saladdoes not have to be boring to be healthy. Take this Caesar salad for example. It's full of nutrients but is also super delicious with fresh bites of veggies and grilled chicken. Grilling the romaine gives it such an interesting texture, too. (via Barley and Sage)
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Feel Good Foodie
Cauliflower wings are perfect for getting those vegetables in for dinner. Add your desired amount of spice and enjoy! You can even make these super easily in the air fryer for a quick bite. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
A Spicy Perspective
If you haven't tried a stuffed zucchini boat, you are surely missing out on a great easy dinner option. This recipe calls for peppers, quinoa and pine nuts, but you can modify the filling with the ingredients you have on hand. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Sweet Potato Kale Salad
Half Baked Harvest
Another boring salad bites the dust! Make this sweet potato kale salad when you're craving a more hearty dinner. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Tortellini Vegetable Soup
Half Baked Harvest
Get that slow cooker ready, because this healthy tortellini soup is a must-make. When you're craving Italian food, this soup delivers on a full flavor and is packed with veggies. Make a big batch to eat on throughout the week! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Roasted Golden Beet Salad with Farro
Barley and Sage
Farro is the ultimate star of this salad since it carries a ton of protein to fill you up. Prep all of the components and store them separately to easily throw this salad together any night of the week. (via Barley and Sage)
Slow Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Capers
Forks & Foliage
Get all those important vitamins in by preparing a salmon-forward dinner. This recipe pairs a zesty lemon flavor with the fish. Serve on top of salad, rice, or quinoa for a complete healthy meal! (via Forks & Foliage)
Thai Basil Steak Sandwich
Half Baked Harvest
Fresh ingredients just make this sandwich all the better. You can prep this yummy Thai bite with any protein source you feel like adding! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Easy Three Bean Salad
Salt & Lavender
This option is more of a side dish, but it's so delicious we could eat it for a whole meal. The beans will load you up with protein and all the veggie goodness. (via Salt & Lavender)
TikTok Salmon Rice Bowl with Seaweed
Cilantro Parsley
We all saw this recipe go viral, and knowing that it's a healthy choice makes it so much better. Prep and store all of the fresh ingredients separately for the perfect weekly meal prep. (via Cilantro Parsley)
Roasted Delicata Squash and Kale Salad
Barley and Sage
Okay, we're obsessed with pretty salads. This recipe strikes an amazing balance between savory and sweet notes and is packed full of healthy ingredients. (via Barley and Sage)
15-Minute Buddha Bowls
Live Eat Learn
A buddha bowl is a balanced concoction of greens, protein, grains, healthy carbs (like fruit) and healthy fats (hello, avocado). Follow this recipe to guide your first buddha bowl! (via Live Eat Learn)
Quick Chickpea Curry
Two Spoons
When it's cold out, reach for this easy chickpea curry recipe. It's a great healthy dinner that definitely beats any Indian food takeout option. (via Two Spoons)
Healthy Caribbean Chicken Curry Sheet Pan
A Spicy Perspective
Sheet pan recipes are perfect for meal planning, since you can bake a large amount to save for later. It's extremely easy to clean up, since you just need a single sheet pan, so you'll save tons of time in the kitchen. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Turkey Chili
Culinary Hill
Try out using ground turkey the next time you're craving chili. It's lower in fat than your regular ground beef, but still carries a similar flavor. This recipe will be your go-to for a meal plan since all you need is a handful of ingredients and one pot. (via Culinary Hill)
Fresh Green Bean Casserole
Barley and Sage
Your Thanksgiving fave doesn't have to go away with the holiday. This healthy vegetable casserole is perfect to save and dish up later on. (via Barley and Sage)
Ginger Lime Cold Noodle Salad
Chef Bai
This refreshing bite will fill you up for lunch or dinner, and is a great light option for the summertime, too! If you want to crunch on it later, this salad will keep well in mason jars for meal prep. (via Chef Bai)
Grilled Chicken Pitas
Most Hungry
This Mediterranean-inspired pita recipe comes together fairly quickly with minimal cooking time. This one packs a fresh bite with the tomatoes and cucumbers! (via Most Hungry)
Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad
Salt & Lavender
Pasta salad is to die for, in any form. This recipe is ideal for meal prepping since all you need to do is combine the veggies, pasta and tuna! (via Salt & Lavender)
Zucchini Fritter
Fancy Peasant
This zucchini fritter recipe emulates a good old tater tot, except it's a super healthy take. (via Fancy Peasant)
Healthy Chicken Alfredo
The Endless Meal
This alfredo pasta is made with a cauliflower-based sauce that makes it lower-carb without sacrificing good creaminess. Like any meal prep dish, this one can be saved for amazing leftovers. (via The Endless Meal)
30-Minute Healthy Chicken Paleo Teriyaki
Rachel Mansfield
Make this paleo-friendly teriyaki chicken in under 30 minutes. It'll beat any takeout you're craving and deliver a healthy bite. (via Rachel Mansfield)
The Best Crispy Baked Tofu
Munching with Mariyah
Use this baked tofu to top any healthy recipe you make whether its rice, salad or stir fry. It will add a handful of protein to any meal. (via Munching with Mariyah)
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Creative Assistant, Meredith Holser, is B+C's resident food writer, photographer, and TikTok taker. Meredith writes about a range of topics for B+C, but she's adopted food writing in all its many facets for the last year. You can see her work published in Do214, Advocate Magazine, WFAA, and North Texas Daily. Meredith's passion for photography began after sneaking her mom's iPhone to take pictures of flowers on vacation, eventually evolving from a passion to a professional career. Outside of work, you can catch Meredith hiking, trying new recipes, and dreaming about having a yummy little treat.
