Meals for the Workweek
Welcome to discover healthy, quick, easy meals for the workweek. That will energize and sustain you throughout the workweek, including 4-step meals. In the fast-paced rhythm of modern life, finding time to prioritize our health and well-being can often feel like a challenge. Yet, amidst the chaos of deadlines and responsibilities, lies an opportunity to transform our daily meals into moments of nourishment and vitality, offering handcrafted delights for 2
Join us as we explore quick, easy meals for the workweek, vibrant flavors and innovative recipes that will revitalize your workweek routine, providing fast (10-30 min) meals. Each dish is crafted to fuel the body and mind, alongside quick and easy meals. Whether you’re seeking quick and convenient options for busy weekdays or planning for leisurely weekend meal prep sessions, these healthy, quick, easy meals for the workweek ideas offer a delicious solution to your culinary dilemmas, including 3-10min meals.
Here you can, also, find new recipes for various needs:
Transforming scarp into delights
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Chicken and quinoa is a nutritious dish with grilled chicken, cooked quinoa and fresh vegetables topped with a tangy lemon vinaigrette for a quick, wholesome meal.
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Vegetable and hummus wraps are fresh and light, combining a variety of vegetables, hummus and optional toppings like avocado and feta. All wrapped in whole-grain tortillas for a quick, healthy meal.
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Salmon and asparagus in foil is a light, healthy dish. Salmon fillets and asparagus are baked with garlic, lemon and olive oil, in foil.
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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables
Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 250 calories
- Fat: 8 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
Ingredients:
- Quinoa (1 cup, uncooked)
- Assorted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Balsamic vinegar (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley) for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.
- Set aside to cool.
- Chop the assorted vegetables into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the chopped vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast the vegetables in the (preheated) oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Once the vegetables are roasted, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and roasted vegetables.
- Drizzle the quinoa and vegetable mixture with balsamic vinegar and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with roasted vegetables and fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley) before serving.
Chickpea Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 350 calories
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
Ingredients:
- Chickpeas (1 can, drained and rinsed)
- Mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, snap peas) (2 cups, chopped)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
- Brown rice (1 cup, uncooked)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Red pepper flakes (optional) (1/2 teaspoon)
Instructions:
- Cook the Brown Rice: Add 1 cup of uncooked brown rice and 2 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid and simmer for about 25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Once cooked, remove from heat, fluff the rice with a fork and set aside. Tip: For extra flavor, add a pinch of salt or a few drops of olive oil to the rice while it cooks.
- Prepare the Stir-Fry Base: While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant (being careful not to let it burn). Tip: Stir continuously to keep the garlic from browning too quickly, which can taste bitter.
- Add Vegetables: Add 2 cups of mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots and snap peas) to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp. If you prefer softer vegetables, cook for 2-3 minutes. Tip: Cut vegetables to a similar size for even cooking and add a splash of water if the vegetables begin to stick to the pan.
- Incorporate Chickpeas and Seasoning: Add the drained and rinsed can of chickpeas to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables. Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and if desired, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a slight kick. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until the chickpeas are warmed and evenly coated in sauce. Tip: Adjust the soy sauce and red pepper flakes to taste, as chickpeas absorb flavors quickly.
- Combine and Serve: Once the chickpea and vegetable stir-fry is fully cooked, divide the brown rice among serving plates and spoon the chickpea mixture over the top. Serve immediately.Tip: Garnish with freshly chopped herbs like cilantro or green onions for a fresh finish.
Lentil Soup with Spinach
Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 250 calories
- Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
Ingredients:
- Lentils (1 cup, dried)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Carrots (2 medium, diced)
- Celery (2 stalks, diced)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Vegetable broth (4 cups)
- Spinach (2 cups, fresh)
- Bay leaves (2)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, celery and minced garlic to the pot.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, 5-7 minutes.
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and drain them.
- Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth and bay leaves to the pot with the vegetables.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and continue to simmer until the spinach is wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Turkey and Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 55-60 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving – 1 stuffed bell pepper):
- Calories: 350 calories
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Ingredients:
- Bell peppers (4 large)
- Ground turkey (1 lb)
- Quinoa (1 cup, uncooked)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Tomato sauce (1 cup)
- Italian seasoning (1 tablespoon)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
- Set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey.
- Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Mix everything until well combined.
- Remove from heat.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey-quinoa mixture, packing it in tightly.
- Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish, standing upright.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the (preheated) oven for 25-30 minutes or until the peppers are tender.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheese over the stuffed peppers, and bake for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 250 calories
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
Ingredients:
- Chickpeas (1 can, 15 ounces, rinsed and drained)
- Cucumber (1 medium, diced)
- Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
- Red onion (1/4 cup, diced)
- Kalamata olives (1/4 cup, pitted and halved)
- Feta cheese (1/2 cup, crumbled)
- Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)
Dressing:
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
- Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
- Pepper (1/4 teaspoon or to taste)
Instructions:
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas thoroughly, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the cucumber and red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, pit and halve the Kalamata olives and chop the fresh parsley.
- Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, halved Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the chickpeas.
- In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
- Toss the salad gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 250 calories
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
Ingredients:
- Firm tofu (1 block, 14 ounces)
- Mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, snap peas) (2 cups, chopped)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
- Ginger (1 teaspoon, grated)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Sesame seeds (optional) (1 tablespoon)
Instructions:
- Press tofu to remove excess moisture: wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and place a heavy object (such as a cast-iron skillet) on top. Let it press for 20-30 minutes, then cut it into cubes.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stirring until fragrant, 1 minute.
- Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, 5-7 minutes.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry until tender, 5 minutes.
- Season the stir-fry with soy sauce and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir-fry if desired.
- Serve with hot cooked rice or noodles.
Spicy Black Bean and Corn Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 150 calories
- Fat: 6 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
Ingredients:
- Black beans (1 can, 15 ounces, rinsed and drained)
- Corn (1 cup, canned or frozen, drained)
- Red bell pepper (1 medium, diced)
- Jalapeño (1 small, diced)
- Red onion (1/4 cup, finely chopped)
- Cilantro (2 tablespoons, chopped)
- Lime juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Chili powder (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon or to taste)
- Pepper (1/4 teaspoon or to taste)
Instructions:
- Rinse and drain the black beans and corn thoroughly, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion and chop the cilantro.
- Add them to the bowl with the black beans and corn.
- Whisk the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
- Toss the salad gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.