This is your “best friend” guide to making it easy to eat healthy all week long with over 75 healthy weeknight dinner ideas on the table in no time! From healthy chicken and beef recipes to light pasta, shrimp, or salmon dinners, these super flavorful and healthy meals are on the table in 30 minutes or less. Many of these dinner recipe ideas are centered around the best produce paired with healthy proteins. They require only a skillet, two basic ingredients with many low-carb options! Believe us, it is more than enough to whip up delicious and nutritious meals every night. Enjoy!
Healthy Weeknight Dinners: 75 Healthy meals for Weeknight Dinners
1. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
2. Teriyaki Salmon Bowl
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
3. Healthy Zucchini Tomato Italian Sausage Soup
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
4. Healthy Roasted Chicken Parmesan Kale Salad
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5. Honey Garlic Chicken Bites
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
6. Healthy Tomato Zucchini Soup {Vegan + Gluten-Free}
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
7. Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
8. Garlic Chicken and Zucchini
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
9. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
10. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Pesto, Avocado, and Tomato
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
11. Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
12. Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
13. Curry Tomato Soup
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
14. Best Oven-Baked Chicken
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
15. Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
16. Lemon Garlic Butter Steak and Broccoli Skillet
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
17. Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables (in 15 minutes!)
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
18. Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
19. Lemon Garlic Baked Cod
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
20. Air-Fryer Fried Chicken Thighs and Asparagus
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
21. Collard Greens Cabbage Soup
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
22. 15-Minute Chicken Stir Fry Noodles
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
23. Blackened Chicken Salad with Avocado
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
24. Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Spinach
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
25. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Baked with Asparagus
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
26. Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
27. Easy Fish Tacos Recipe
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
28. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Lemon Asparagus
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
29. 15-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Steak with Spinach
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30. Cabbage Turkey Meatballs Soup
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
31. Chicken Tortellini Soup with Vegetables
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
32. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
33. Pan-Seared Tilapia in Tomato Basil Sauce
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
34. Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
35. 10-Minute Sheet Pan Steak with Lemon Zucchini
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
36. Garlic Broccoli Stir-Fry with Pasta
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
37. Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
38. Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
39. Garlic Butter Salmon and Lemon White Beans
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
40. Instant Pot Pork Chops with Green Beans
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
41. Baked Turkey Meatballs with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
42. Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles (10-Minute )
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
43. Garlic Butter Cod with Lemon Asparagus Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
44. Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
45. Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet (20 Minutes)
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
46. Spicy Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli Mash
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
47. Salmon Foil Packets with Pineapple and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
48. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Tenders and Green Beans Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
49. Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus Skillet
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
50. Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
51. Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
52. Lemon Garlic Herb Shrimp in Foil Packets
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
53. Butternut Lentil Stew
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
54. 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
55. Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
56. Garlic Butter Steak and Lemon Green Beans Skillet
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
57. Easy Cajun Pork Chops with Lemon Garlic Zucchini
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
58. Garlic Herb Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
59. Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
60. Sheet-Pan Honey Chili Chicken with Veggies
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
61. Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
62. Meal Prep Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs with Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
63. Mexican Meatball Soup {Albondigas Soup}
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
64. Italian Pasta Sausage Soup with Kale
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
65. Easy Pasta Salad with Avocado
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
66. Baked Salmon and Pasta
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
67. 15-Minute Meal-Prep Salmon and Asparagus in Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
68. Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
69. Sheet-Pan Chili-Lime Tilapia with Veggies
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
70. Sheet-Pan Maple-Dijon Sausage and Fall Veggies
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
71. Oven Baked Tilapia
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
72. Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
73. Meal Prep Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles
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74. 15-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Steak with Zucchini Noodles
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75. 15-Minute Pepper Steak Stir-Fry
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76. Garlic Butter Pork Bites with Lemon Green Beans
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75 Easy And Healthy Weeknight Dinners: Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
by eatwell101
Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 10 min Cook time: 10 min
Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
Ingredients you need for the Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
Directions
How to make chicken pasta salad:
1. Add the shredded chicken, pasta, onion, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and basil in a large bowl.
2. In a jar, combine the ingredients for the dressing: vinegar, Italian seasoning, Olive oil, salt and pepper.
3. Drizzle your chicken pasta salad with the dressing. Toss gently until all the ingredients are combined. Serve the chicken pasta salad immediately, or chill for later. Enjoy! ❤️
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Tips to make quick, healthy dinners at home
- Make a meal plan for the week: Plan your week ahead and include healthy dinners in your meal rotation. This will easier for you to go grocery shopping, with the additional savings on time and organization. Keep your meal plan stuck on the fridge and in your phone so you have it on hand anytime.
- Even if you’re not so much into meal planning or meal prep, a cupboard and fridge full of simple healthy ingredients help you avoid the “there’s-nothing-to-eat-tonight”. So when grocery shopping, always go to the essentials first: veggies, proteins, spices, and condiments. This way you’ll be sure to always have wholesome ingredients at hand to prepare healthy meals very easily.