72 Quick & Healthy Meals That'll Also Save You Money

Chicken Stir-Fry

chicken stir fry with broccoli, cashews, and red pepper PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

A stir fry is our go-to weeknight dinner when we just don’t have the energy to spend a long time in the kitchen—this recipe is no exception. Make it as is, then use it as a jumping-off point to create your perfect chicken stir-fry.

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Egg Roll Bowls

ground pork, cabbage and carrot in a bowl PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

If you’re a fan of crispy savory egg rolls, then you might consider this unwrapped version your dream healthy dinner. Without the need to wrap or fry, this veggie-packed meal comes together in well under an hour.

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One-Pan Chicken & Quinoa

Here’s a quick and easy dinner that’s extra high in protein (thanks quinoa!) and takes very little effort. We love the Tex-Mex spices here; the chili powder and cayenne add a nice kick (but feel free to go lighter on them if you’re sensitive to heat!).

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Stuffed Butternut Squash

stuffed butternut squash PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

After baking brown-sugar-butter-slathered squash until perfectly tender, you’ll top the squash with a hearty filling of quinoa, kale, and chickpeas. Flecked with dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds, the savory pilaf has the perfect balance of texture, flavor, and pops of color.

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White Chicken Chili

white chicken chili with cilantro, chips, sour cream and avocado PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We’ve created our fair share of chili recipes, but this white chicken version is one of our all-time favorites. Adding white beans make this heartier than your average chicken noodle soup, and the addition of green chiles, jalapeño, and sour cream add the perfect amount of heat and creaminess.

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One-Skillet Creamy Thai Basil Chicken

one skillet creamy thai basil chicken PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

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Paleo Pizza

paleo pizza topped with mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, and red onion Parker feierbach

Wait, you can eat pizza on the paleo diet?! Sure can! You just have to make a almond flour crust and use dairy-free cheese. We went supreme-style with mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, and red onion, but you do you!

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Cashew Chicken With Cauliflower Rice

cauliflower rice topped with chicken, zucchini, peppers, and cashews ETHAN CALABRESE9

Air Fryer Orange Chicken

air fryer orange chicken PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: HADLEY SUI

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Butternut Squash Curry

butternut squash curry Erik bernstein11

Baked Salmon

baked salmon with lemon slices and herbs PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

We have no shortage of creative salmon recipes, but there’s a reason this simple version is one of our most popular recipes. Whether you’re looking for the easiest way to feed a crowd or a simple, hands-off weeknight dinner, this is a recipe you’ll want to keep up your sleeve.

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One-Pan Salsa Verde Shrimp & Rice

one pan salsa verde shrimp and rice ERIK BERNSTEIN

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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

air fryer chicken parmesan LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY

The fact that crispy golden chicken can be achieved without the use of any oil whatsoever is amazing (not to mention how quickly the air fryer can do it!). This chicken Parm tastes every bit as good as the traditional version with much less effort to get there.

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Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup Anna Watson Carl

We love lentil soup for its versatility. For this rendition, we add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic as a base, plus canned tomatoes and fresh thyme. Simply add ingredients, set your Instant Pot to high, and press go!

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Fish Taco Bowls

fish taco bowls with cabbage, mango, cilantro and a spicy cream drizzle PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Crispy fish and a creamy, spicy cabbage slaw are the base of these veggie-packed takes on everyone’s favorite taco. Here, sweetness from the diced mango and creaminess from cool avocado blends perfectly with the drizzle of a spicy crema, making this summer-y salad an instant staple.

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Warm Tahini Ramen Noodles

warm tahini noodles PHOTO: PHOTOGRAPHER NAME; JOEL GOLDBERG: STYLIST NAME; SIMON ANDREWS

This quick meal lands somewhere between savory instant ramen and creamy peanut noodles. Throw in your favorite raw veggies for a dish that’s healthy, filling, and delicious. (The trifecta!) For a little extra oomph, whisk in part of a ramen flavor packet little by little, tasting and adjusting along the way.

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Taco Salad

romaine salad topped with ground beef, sour cream, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, diced red onion, fried tortilla strips, and cilantro PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

When it comes to healthy salads, none are more hearty than a taco salad. Load it up with veggies, cheese, and ground beef for the perfect satisfying meal. We love this classic version, but if you want to get fancy, feel free to swap in and out your fave toppings.

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