Fit Mom Meal Prep
Meal prepping is a lifesaver for busy weeks. It not only saves time but also ensures you have healthy, delicious meals ready to go. By dedicating a few hours each week to meal prep, you can enjoy stress-free mealtimes and avoid the temptation of unhealthy fast food.
Here are a few of my favorite meal prep recipes that are simple, nutritious, and perfect for the whole family.
Breakfast Wrap
Ingredients:
- Multigrain tortilla wrap
- 2 eggs
- Turkey ground meat
- American cheese
- Jalapeños
Method:
- Scramble the eggs in a non-stick pan until cooked.
- Cook the turkey ground meat until browned and fully cooked.
- Lay out the multigrain tortilla and add the scrambled eggs, turkey, sprinkle American cheese, and jalapeños.
- Roll up the tortilla into a wrap and store in aluminum foil.
Parfait
Ingredients:
- Greek yogurt
- Berries (strawberries + blueberries)
- Grain-free granola
Method:
- In a jar (my favorites are these from Amazon), layer Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and granola.
- Repeat the layers until the container is full.
- Cover and refrigerate. These parfaits make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
Pasta Salad
Ingredients:
- Pasta (cooked and cooled)
- Grilled chicken (diced)
- Tomato (chopped)
- Red onion (chopped)
Dressing:
- Greek yogurt
- Cilantro (chopped)
- Lime juice
- Garlic powder
- Jalapeño (finely chopped)
Method:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, grilled chicken, tomato, and red onion.
- In a blender add the Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, and jalapeño to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
Meatballs
Ingredients:
- Ground beef
- Minced mint
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Sea salt
- Pepper
Method:
- In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, minced mint, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.
Tips for Meal Prepping:
- Plan Your Meals: Plan your meals for the week ahead of time. This ensures you have all the ingredients you need and helps avoid last-minute grocery runs.
- Batch Cooking: Cook large batches of your favorite recipes so you have plenty of leftovers to last throughout the week.
- Invest in Quality Containers: Using high-quality, airtight containers like the glass ones from Caraway keeps your meals fresh and easy to store. A plus? they look so pretty in your fridge!
Meal prepping doesn’t have to be complicated. With these recipes and tips, you’ll have delicious, nutritious meals ready to go. Happy meal prepping!
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Yovana