If you are looking for a healthy dinner idea, we have you covered. After a long day, the last thing the majority of us want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. A busy schedule however, is no excuse for having take out daily. With a little planning and a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a nutritious, yet tasty dinner quickly.
Read on for five quick and healthy dinner ideas which can easily be thrown together for both you and your family on busy evenings (If the meal prep hasn’t been done).
Let’s dive in!
Health dinner idea #1 – Stir-fried veggies and lean meat
It doesn’t get much better than stir-fries for a super quick, healthy and tasty dinner. Personally, I love to do mine with prawns (best value from the frozen section in Aldi!). Chicken, beef or tofu works well too. Sauté your favourite vegetables like broccoli, capsicum and onion (which can even be brought pre-chopped to save the hassle) in olive oil and add seasoning such as garlic and chilli flakes.
Top this with your cooked lean meat of choice, with the addition of reduced salt soy sauce and fish sauce for more flavour. Mix with some thin egg noodles which are boiled in no time, and voila, a high protein, carby, colourful dinner in 15 minutes!
Healthy Dinner Idea #2 – Salmon and roasted sweet potatoes and veggies
This one can be prepped in 10 mins and thrown on while you shower and put the children to bed! I like to season my salmon and throw it into the airfryer as I find it juicier, but can also be thrown on the same tray as the veggies and sweet potatoes in the oven. Remember that it’s important to eat 2 portions of oily fish per week to obtain your omega-3’s. So make an effort to put this meal in at least once a week!
Peel and chop the sweet potato into bite sized chunks, throw on a large tray and drizzle with olive oil. You can roast some carrots and capsicum here too, bring some broccoli to the boil, or simply just have a side salad. As long as we get colour in somehow it’s all good.
Healthy Dinner Idea #3 – Creamy chicken pasta
Yep, you heard me right creamy chicken pasta! Sounds like it shouldn’t be ‘allowed’, in your healthy eating, but with a few simple changes we can make a yummy, low cal quick and easy pasta that will fit in anybody’s goals. First, we want to season our chopped-up chicken to our liking (pre-chopped chicken saves time here) and fry it until golden brown (5-7 minutes) and set aside. Add some onion and garlic to a separate pan and cook until soft.
Lower the heat, add one cup of almond or skim milk, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir ½ cup Greek yogurt and ½ cup low fat grated parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss in lots of spinach for additional nutrients, and enjoy some broccoli on the side. Voila- enjoy a creamy chicken pasta without the guilt!
Healthy Dinner Idea #4 – Tuna Burrito Bowl
Super quick, easy, tasty and nutritious. Tuna (in spring water for less calories) is quickest because we don’t even need to cook it. Just drain and it is ready. While you are doing this, heat up some Mexican rice in the microwave. Mix the tuna and rice together in a big bowl.
Top the bowl with:
- cucumber,
- cherry tomatoes,
- avocado slices,
- mixed greens,
- shredded carrots and
- green onion.
Drizzle some soy sauce over for taste. Alternatively, you can make a yummy healthy dressing by mixing greek yoghurt, lime juice with chilli flakes, paprika and garlic together in a bowl and sprinkle on top. This dish is light yet filling, with the rice providing starchy carbs, the tuna offering protein, and the veggies adding nutrients and crunch!
Healthy Dinner Idea #5 – Yo-Pro Protein Pizza
Protein pizzas are great for the end of the week, when the groceries are running low and you are craving a takeaway. I’m not saying you will reach your goals if you have one every day. However, they are definitely a great alternative for a greasy pizza from Dominos. By having some in the freezer you can enjoy a guilt free pizza full of protein and fibre to fulfil those cravings. As always, a side salad with some Greek yoghurt dressing on the side will really bulk it up and keep you fuller for longer.
In summary
Finding time to make healthy, delicious dinners doesn’t have to be a struggle. With these quick and easy recipes, you can whip up meals that not only taste great but also fuel your body with the nutrients it needs. Remember, healthy eating is all about balance and enjoying the process. Try incorporating these ideas into your weekly rotation, and see how simple, wholesome dinners can make a difference.
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