When you're trying to lose weight, your meals need to be healthy [1], flavourful, and fast [2]. If you've grown tired of the foods that are currently in your rotation [3], these quick and easy recipes will be a welcome change. Yes, you'll find staples like chicken, soup, and salad, but these low-cal meals are anything but boring. We're talking Asian stir-fry, a tzatziki-topped Greek chicken bowl, versatile turkey meatballs, and so much more.
What's (almost) as amazing as how delicious these recipes are is how quickly they can be prepared [4]. Most can be prepped and cooked in under 30 minutes! Keep reading to find your new staples.
Tortilla-Less Soup
Soup is a dinnertime mainstay because it's satisfying without adding a bunch of calories [6]. This version has all the flavour (and heat!) of a traditional tortilla soup, minus the extra carbs.
Get the recipe: tortilla-less soup [7]
Paleo Meatloaf Muffins
This isn't your mom's meatloaf! These mini loaves are packed with protein and a few hidden veggies. Serve over wilted spinach or with roasted veggies.
Get the recipe: Paleo meatloaf muffins [8]