Easy Dinner Ideas for Healthy Eating
Finding easy, nutritious dinner ideas to cook every night can be a challenge.
When we are short on energy, it’s easy to reach for unhealthy takeout or processed food.
Eating healthy doesn’t need to be difficult or time-consuming. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious and nutritious meals.
Try these four simple and healthy dinners this week.
Broiled Asparagus with Salmon
Salmon is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acid, which are good for your heart. Combining it with the nutrient-rich vegetables asparagus makes for a balanced and complete meal.
Pre-heat your broiler. Line a baking tray with foil, and then place the salmon and asparagus on it. The salmon can be seasoned with garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper and other spices or herbs. You can add flavor to asparagus by brushing it in olive oil with garlic.
Broil the salmon for 10 minutes or until it is cooked and the asparagus are tender.
Grain Bowls
Grain bowls can be a great way to get a variety of nutrients in one meal. Start by preparing a base made of brown rice, whole grains, or quinoa.
Add any vegetables that you have. You can choose from broccoli, Brussels sprouts and carrots. Add them to the bowl using any cooking method that you like: frying, baking, or steaming.
For extra protein, add beans, salmon or chicken. Top your bowl with healthy sauce or dressing. Try salsa, balsamic or olive oils, for example.
Vegetarian Stir Fry Lettuce Rolls
Stir-fries allow you to make the most of whatever vegetables are on hand. Add any vegetables you want, but onions, peppers, mushrooms, beansprouts, peas and bean sprouts are good choices. Add brown rice or noodles for a filling meal.
Stir-fry the vegetables in some oil until they are tender. Add seasonings like ginger, garlic and soy sauce for taste. Wrap the rice and veggies in lettuce leaves and enjoy. This meal is packed with vegetables and nutrients.
A big loaded salad
Salads can be a great option for a healthy dinner, but if all you do is throw pre-made lettuce into a bowl to serve as an appetizer or side dish, they will become boring. Start with dark leafy greens such as kale or chard to make a salad that is more interesting and filling. Add other lettuce types for more flavor and nutrients.
Add some vegetables chopped, like carrots, tomatoes and cucumbers. Add foods high in protein, such as beans, chicken or salmon, hard-boiled egg, tofu, or hard-boiled eggs.
Instead a creamy or fatty dressing, choose something lighter like olive oil, balsamic or lemon juice.
This big salad is not an appetizer or a side dish. It’s a satisfying and complete meal on its own.
