It happens every few weeks without fail. I look up from my laptop as the clock strikes 5:30 p.m. and all of a sudden realize that 1. I have to make something for dinner and 2. I have absolutely no clue what that dinner is going to be. I know I’m not alone in this all-too-regular dilemma, but I can’t help but feel like it says something about my adulting abilities (or, occasionally, lack thereof). Those who meal prep: 1, Lauren: 0.
Even just a loose meal plan and a little forethought can prevent those hanger pains that tend to creep in as I search my refrigerator and kitchen cabinets, hoping that I won’t have to resort to my trusty takeout go-to. Sure, you have to invest a little bit of time up front, but it will all be worth it when you don’t fall victim to those vicious delivery fees.
We’re looking for something quick, we’re looking for something easy, we’re looking for something with maximum flavor—without maximum time spent at the stove. If that’s what you want (or—let’s be honest—need) too, look no further than these 25 easy meal prep recipes. Delicious without being super time-consuming? Check and check.
1. Vegan Burritos
Source: Jessica in the Kitchen
2. Baked Chicken Caesar Burgers
Source: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
3. Curried Chickpea Cauliflower Bake
Source: Cotter Crunch
4. Spicy Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup
Source: Meal Prep on Fleek
5. Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Source: The Girl on Bloor
6. Dairy-Free Broccoli Cheese Soup
Source: Orchids + Sweet Tea
7. Shawarma Spiced Stuffed Peppers with Tahini Sauce
Source: Abra’s Kitchen
8. Smashed White Bean and Spinach Quesadillas
Source: Sweet Peas and Saffron
9. Air Fryer Tofu with Honey Garlic Sauce
Source: Hello Spoonful
10. Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
Source: By Erin Clarke of Well Plated
11. Sweet Potato Black-Eyed Pea Curry
Source: Sweet Potato Soul
12. Slow Cooker Garlic Cuban-Inspired Pork
Source: Slender Kitchen
13. Meal Prep Thai Basil Chicken
Source: The Girl on Bloor
14. Vegetable Soup
Source: Abra’s Kitchen
15. Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies
Source: Isabel Eats
16. Mozzarella Pesto Mac and Cheese
17. Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Source: By Erin Clarke of Well Plated
18. Whole30 Breakfast Casserole
Source: Hello Spoonful
19. Korean-Inspired Ground Beef Bowls
Source: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
20. Slow Cooker Chipotle Honey Chicken Taco Salad
Source: Sweet Peas and Saffron
21. Kale Steak Power Salad
Source: Meal Prep on Fleek
22. Crispy Chickpea Salad Kit with Butter Fried Croutons
Source: My Name is Yeh
23. Lentil Coconut Curry
Source: Slender Kitchen
24. Slow Cooker Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
Source: Jessica in the Kitchen
25. Winter Kale Salad
Source: Sweet Potato Soul
