Short on Time? Don't Sacrifice Taste — Check Out These 20-Minute Meals From Dietitians

Alix recommended a high-fibre English muffin topped with peanut better and banana for a quick, simple, and filling breakfast (peanut butter and banana is a classic combo). Rachel suggested quinoa parfaits, which are high in protein, though said she often advises people to precook the quinoa ahead of time in larger batches (quinoa takes about 15 minutes to cook). To assemble the parfait, scoop 2/3 cup of cooked grain and layer it with Greek yoghurt and raspberries. Top the parfait with two tablespoons of chopped nuts and a drizzle of honey. You can also try this pumpkin breakfast parfait featuring quinoa if you're feeling some major Fall vibes.

You can never go wrong with a salad for lunch. Alix echoed that and said all you need is bagged salad mix from the grocery store, your own dressing (or crunchy toppings, if you want), and rotisserie chicken or chickpeas for protein. Another option? Alix's "Bento Box" lunch, which consists of turkey roll-ups with cheese, veggies and hummus, and high-fibre crackers. These are all components you can individualize to your liking.

A fun take on the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich is banana and nut butter. Rachel says to use slices of locally-based bread (store-bought is fine, but try to find something with whole grains) and spread them with a "generous serving" of nut or seed butter. Swap jelly with sliced bananas, and eat up!

If you're into pasta — because, well, it's pasta — you'll be happy to hear about these dietitians' healthier options. Alix suggested spiraled courgette mixed with a bean-based pasta and a fast bolognese sauce. "Just cook up lean ground meat such as turkey or chicken and add your favourite jarred tomato sauce," she said. She recommended Cucina Antica, Rao's, or Michael's of Brooklyn.

Rachel loves making red lentil pasta with tomato sauce. For the sauce, use crushed tomatoes, chopped garlic, and olive oil. Add a scoop of plain Greek yoghurt to the sauce for a creamy texture. "This also helps to boost the protein content of the meal," she said. "Last, sprinkle nutritional yeast into the pasta to further boost the protein content."