(Yes, it’s a thing!)
Better yet, they all go from the stove to the kitchen table in under an hour.
Add them to your weekly lineup to rid the stress from your daily mealtime grind.
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And for more, don’t miss these22 Meals to Melt Belly Fat in 2022.
We recommend setting the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
You’ll have a well-rounded dinner ready to eat in 30 to 40 minutes.
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Zoodles, or zucchini noodles, are the perfect solution.
Then, add in the pesto, chicken, and tomatoes.
After you’ve plated your meal, top with pine nuts.
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A veggie stripper can also create zoodle-like strands in seconds.
For more simple weekday meals you’re sure to love, check out theseone-pot dinner recipes for weight loss.
Not to mention, it’s 100% Instagram-worthy.
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Once it starts to cook a bit, dump in the vegetables and cover the skillet with a lid.
Next, begin to construct your salad.
Start with the greens and then pile on the avocado and salsa.
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Last, top it off with the chicken and veggie mixture.
The easy way to make healthier comfort foods.
Let the flavors mingle in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Oh, and don’t forget to make the rice.
Serve with a toasted whole-grain pita for a complete and filling meal.
Skeptical that this dish will be enough to sate your appetite?
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Add your favorite source of protein.
Grilled chicken andsteakboth make for appetizing additions.
It may seem like an odd combination, but we promise you that it tastes divine.
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Start your culinary adventure by tossing the chicken on a hot skillet and seasoning it with your favorite spices.
While it’s cooking, drain and rinse a can of chickpeas and combine them with the vegetables.
Tip:
Use the leftover mixture to make a pita for the next day’s lunch.
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Next, chop thesweet potatoesand snap the ends off the asparagus.
And for those nights, we suggest whipping up this simpleyet flavorfulmeal.
Here’s how to make it: Grease a 99 baking dish and pour in the veggies and eggs.
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Add parmesan, salt, and pepper to taste.
Pop it in the oven for 30 minutes, or until cooked all the way through.
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Add garlic and cook until it starts to become fragrant.
Simmer for up to 45 minutes, and toss in the beans right before you turn off the burner.
Round out your meal with an ooey-gooeygrilled cheese sandwich.
Eat This, Not That!
You might have noticed we suggest using grass-fed butter over conventional varieties.
That’s because it’s an excellent source of fatty acids that can support weight loss.
One acid,conjugated linoleic acid, or CLA, is sold commercially as a fat-burning supplement.
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Spoon the mixture on one side of each tortilla and fold over, sandwich style.
Cook over a hot skillet until the tortilla has browned and the cheese has melted.
If you like a little heat, use pepper Jack cheese.
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Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt for some added creaminess.
Next, chop up the veggies.
Now, for the stovetop part.
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Pour some olive oil and the garlic into a skillet and heat over a medium flame.
Once the garlic becomes fragrant, add the veggies and spices and stir until they become soft.
A minute before the veggies look ready to be eaten.
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Add the sausage to warm it up.
Combine the pasta with the saute pan mixture before eating.
Need to throw in a load of laundry?
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Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and boiling a pot of water.
Lay thesalmonskin-side down on a lightly oiled tray alongside the veggies.
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Make the rice according to box instructions.
Remove from the heat once the cheese begins to melt.
Pop the veggies in the oven for about 12 minutes, or until a bit brown.
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To make it, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and cut the spaghetti squash in half.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 50 minutes, or until tender.
In the meantime, pour some marinara sauce into a small saucepan along with the meatballs.
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Cover the pan and warm over a low flame.
Top with the sauce and meatballs.
Got a house full of ravenous eaters?
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Bulk up this meal a bit with a big, vegetable-filled salad and some fresh-cut fruit.
It’s about time you did.
“One cup contains 220 calories, 5 grams of fiber, and 8 grams of protein.
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It’s also chock full of antioxidant vitamins A and E and minerals like magnesium and iron.”
Cover and let chill while you chop the veggies.
It’s also brimming with iodine, a building block of your metabolism-running thyroid hormones.
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Better yet, though, it cooks really quickly, making it a great option for hectic weeknight evenings.
Once they’ve started to defrost a bit, add the teriyaki sauce and scallions.
After another few minutes, add the shrimp and continuously stir the mixture to ensure everything gets evenly cooked.
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Top with sesame seeds before serving.
Sear each side for a few minutes until the meat turns brown.
Then, transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
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Pair with olive oil- and ground pepper-topped asparagus.
Both dishes can be baked simultaneously at 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
And thanks to the almonds, the salad also serves up a major fat-burning punch.
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Why’d we pick quinoa over rice?
Rice, however, does not.
For more vegetarian sources of protein, check out thesebest vegetarian sources of protein.
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Before taking it off the stove to eat it, sprinkle it with cheese.
The resulting dish is one that’s packed with muscle-building protein, bone-strengthening calcium, and loads of antioxidants.
Serve over a bed of lightly dressed romaine and pair with a whole grain roll for some energizing carbohydrates.
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After you season the chicken, cook it in an olive oil-greased skillet until it begins to brown.
Take it off the heat and set it aside.
In the same pan, combine the rice, peppers, additional seasoning, and broth.
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Stir the mixture and then add the chicken back into the skillet.
Allow the mixture to simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the liquid cooks down.
Top with the cilantro and serve.
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Drizzle everything with a bit of EVOO and balsamic, and voiladinner is done.
Concerned this meal will leave your tummy rumbling?
Add a sprinkling of crushed almonds or pepitas to your plate.
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Here’s how to pull it all together: First, line two baking sheets with foil.
And drizzle the vegetables with EVOO, salt, and pepper.
Not only is this dish super simple to pull together, but it’s also extremely versatile.
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Next, mix with zucchini, beans, shallots, and almonds.
Allows the flavors to mingle, until the zucchini begins to soften.
Then, add in the bulgur and mix in the cheese.
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Serve over a bed of babykale.
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Then, toss your burger over the bed of veggies and top with your favorite dressing.
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Want a leaner burger that’s still delicious and juicy?
vs. grass-fed = 29 calories/oz.
To round out the meal, pair with some fresh berries or fruit and one of theseeasy dessert recipes.
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Throw all of the above ingredients in serving bowls, set the table, and dinner is served.
Your family will love piecing together their own customized tacos.
If you’re a vegetarian, swap in sliced and sauteed sweet potatoes for the chicken.
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Season ‘em up with olive oil, cayenne pepper, and sea salt for an addictively delicious taste.
Start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Then, cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
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Brush it with olive oil and bake it, face down on a baking sheet for 45 minutes.
One that doesn’t leave you guilty for overdoing it.
Top them with sauce, veggies, and cheese and pop in the oven.
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Once warm, bake the pizzas for 10 minutes.
On a separate baking sheet, drizzle olive oil, salt, and pepper on top of the veggies.
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Plan to keep both trays in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes.
After you’ve cooked the quinoa, let it cool and mix in the bell pepper and black beans.
Serve the combination over a bed of peppery arugula and top it off with your favorite dressing.
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Serve with tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese for a well-rounded dinner.
To make this tortilla pie a reality, start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Add the rest of the chicken mixture and top off the pie with a third tortilla.
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Top it all off with more salsa and cheese and bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes.
