15 Healthy Meals in Just Over an Hour: Meal Prep for a Full Work Week

TLDRLearn how to cook 15 healthy meals in just over an hour, perfect for a full work week. Meal planning and prep is key to sticking to a healthy diet.

Key insights

🍳Meal planning and prep is more effective than willpower alone for sticking to a healthy diet.

🥦Roasted vegetables are a versatile and delicious addition to any meal prep.

🍛Chickpea spinach curry with rice is a flavorful and nutritious option for a meal prep.

🥣Overnight oats with different toppings make for a quick and healthy breakfast option.

🥤A green mango smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious way to start the day.

Q&A

Why is meal planning and prep important for a healthy diet?

Meal planning and prep ensures that you have healthy meals ready to eat, making it easier to stick to a healthy diet and avoid unhealthy food choices.

How long does it take to cook and prep 15 healthy meals?

With the right organization and preparation, you can cook and prep 15 healthy meals in just over an hour.

What are some healthy options for meal prep?

Some healthy options for meal prep include roasted vegetables, quinoa bowls, chicken thighs, and chickpea curry.

Can I customize the recipes to my taste?

Absolutely! Feel free to customize the recipes by adding or substituting ingredients to suit your taste preferences.

How long do the meal prepped meals stay fresh?

Properly stored, the meal prepped meals can stay fresh for up to 4-5 days in the refrigerator.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Learn how to cook 15 healthy meals in just over an hour, perfect for a full work week.

00:12The meals include oven roasted chicken thighs and veggies, veggie quinoa with eggs and salsa, chickpea spinach curry with rice, overnight oats with different toppings, and a green mango smoothie.

03:58Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and chopping the vegetables for the oven roasted chicken thighs and veggies.

08:59Prepare the quinoa and rice in an instant pot or a regular pot, then add the chopped vegetables on top and cook.

12:11Cook the chickpea spinach curry by stir frying scallions, garlic, and ginger, then adding curry paste and coconut milk. Simmer and add chickpeas and spinach.

13:15Cook hard-boiled eggs by boiling them for 8 minutes, then let them cool before peeling.

13:29Prepare overnight oats by mixing oats, chia seeds, yogurt, and milk in jars, then refrigerate overnight.

13:53Blend frozen mango, spinach, banana, and flax seeds for the green mango smoothie, and divide into freezer-friendly containers.

15:48Divide the roasted vegetables and chicken thighs into meal prep containers, and add roasted garlic cloves and pan juices for flavor.