Healthy eating can sound intimidating and hard, but it really isn’t. One of the easiest goals to reach with healthy eating is to get back to basics. Healthy cooking doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or time-consuming – why not start by picking a few simple yet nutritious recipes to try in the upcoming weeks? Healthy eating is a process that should be enjoyable and fun, so let’s prioritize wholesome meals that keep us feeling good inside and out! In this blog, I’ll share 2 simple and delicious dinner recipes that you are going to want in your meal plan.
The Benefits of Healthy Eating
Healthy eating can bring a lot of wonderful benefits! Not only will it provide you with a strong immune system and improve your physical health overall, but it can also give you mental clarity and an energy boost that’ll last all day long. When you take the time to cook up some healthy dinner recipes, you’re investing in your future well-being. Healthy eating gives your body and minds more sustenance for living life to its fullest potential.
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Healthy Eating Doesn’t Have To Be Hard
With my go-to method of healthy eating, you won’t have a very difficult time getting dinner on the table! The five steps are easy and can provide you with the building blocks for a nutritious meal for you and your family.
- Step One: Cook your protein – this could be something like baked salmon or grilled chicken.
- Step Two: Roast veggies like broccoli or kale – don’t be afraid to get creative here!
- Step Three: The third step in the process is washing greens such as spinach, arugula, or romaine lettuce.
- Step Four: Pick out a sauce for your new healthy dinner recipe – olive oil and lemon juice make a great option or use one of these delicious Primal Kitchen sauces.
- Step Five: Put it all together and enjoy!
Healthy eating doesn’t have to take much effort, but with this simple method, you can make delicious meals that not only nourish the body but taste amazing too!
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Healthy Dinner Recipes You Can’t Live Without
Looking for a healthy dinner recipe that’s fast, easy, and loved by everyone in the family? This sheet pan chicken fajitas dinner is definitely the answer to your culinary prayers! Not only does it check off all the classic ingredients for a great fajita night, but it’s also so simple to prepare. All you have to do is preheat the oven, chop up some veggies, season your chicken, and pop it into the oven. It’s truly one of those no-mess, no-fuss recipes that will make dinner time less stressful and more flavorful.
Spice Blend
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
- 2.25 lbs. Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1 sliced red pepper
- 1 sliced orange pepper
- 1 sliced yellow pepper
- 1 sliced red onion
Sides/optional add-ins:
- Primal Kitchen Chipotle Lime Mayo
- Radishes
- Tomatoes
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Lime slices
- Pico de gallo
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Lettuce
- Tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix the spice blend together in a small bowl.
- In another bowl, toss the peppers and onions with 1 tablespoon of oil and about a third of the spice blend. Spread the veggies out on one side of a large sheet pan.
- In the same bowl, add the chicken thighs and toss them in the remaining oil and spice blend. Lay the chicken out on the other side of the sheet pan.
- Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for about 40-45 minutes, flipping the chicken and tossing the veggies once halfway through. Shred or chop your chicken after it cools slightly.
- Arrange your chicken, peppers and onions, and fixings in the pan. Serve in lettuce cups or tortillas, and enjoy!
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Salmon Rice Bowl, Anyone?
Healthy dinner recipes don’t have to be boring! That’s why the TikTok salmon bowl sensation is so popular.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups of frozen cauliflower rice
- 6 oz of cooked salmon
- 1/4 cup of kimchi
- 2 tbsp of Primal Kitchen No Soy Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp Primal Kitchen Squeeze Mayo
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1/5 pkg Nori Seaweed Sheets
Instructions
- Steam cauliflower for 3-5 minutes in the microwave (if it’s in a steamable bag, follow directions on the back of the bag)
- Break cooked salmon into pieces with a fork and add on top of cauliflower rice
- Add kimchi to the bowl
- Drizzle Teriyaki sauce and mix to coat evenly
- Add avocado and sesame seeds to bowl
- Top with mayo and sriracha sauce
- Fill seaweed sheet with bowl mixture and enjoy!
Conclusion: Healthy Dinner Recipes Made Easy
Healthy eating can seem daunting, but adding delicious recipes to your meal plan can make it that much easier! Living a healthy lifestyle isn’t about restrictive diets and depriving yourself of food – it’s all taken seriously but still enjoyable. Healthy dinner recipes are the perfect way to get started on the path to health without sacrificing taste or pleasure. Making sure you include a healthy dinner in your weekly meal plan will help you reach your health goals in a way that’s sustainable, appealing, and satisfying. So why not start adding new and tasty recipes to your meal plan tonight? You’ll feel better and healthier while still enjoying amazing food.
Remember, don’t overthink things when it comes to healthy meal prep and making dinner. Focus on the building blocks: protein, veggies, and healthy fat. And if you’re looking for more healthy meals, be sure to download my free guide: Healthy Meals For Moms On-The-Go. We hope you enjoy these delicious and nutritious recipes!
