| Day |
Meal |
| Sunday |
Healthy Chicken Pho
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 200g rice noodles
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 lime, sliced into wedges
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 jalapeños, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, onion, ginger, and garlic; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add chicken breasts. Simmer for 15 minutes or until cooked.
- Remove chicken, let cool, shred and set aside.
- Strain the broth to remove solids and add fish sauce; adjust salt and pepper.
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In serving bowls, divide noodles and top with shredded chicken.
- Pour hot broth over the noodles and chicken.
- Garnish with bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, green onions, jalapeños, and lime wedges.
- Serve immediately.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 330, Protein: 28g, Carbs: 45g, Fat: 5g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Prepare the broth ahead by simmering chicken, onion, ginger, and garlic together. Strain and store in the fridge.
Tags:
healthy
gluten-free
low-fat
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| Monday |
Healthy Chicken Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with cooked chicken.
- Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and salsa.
- Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt on top.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 350, Protein: 30g, Carbs: 30g, Fat: 12g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Dice the chicken and mix with spices the day before. Store in the fridge for easy cooking.
Tags:
healthy
picky_eater
mexican
tacos
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| Tuesday |
Thai-Inspired Keto Chicken Soup
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in red curry paste, garlic, and ginger; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; bring to a simmer.
- Add bell pepper and mushrooms; cook until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in fish sauce and lime juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 450, Protein: 30g, Carbs: 10g, Fat: 35g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Chop chicken and vegetables in advance. Store them separately in airtight containers. Pre-measure coconut milk and chicken broth for easy access.
Tags:
healthy
keto
thai-inspired
soup
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| Wednesday |
Blue Zone Buddha Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup chickpeas, cooked
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, zucchini, tomatoes, carrots, and almonds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Top with avocado slices and garnish with basil leaves before serving.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 350, Protein: 12g, Carbs: 45g, Fat: 15g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Cook and cool quinoa & chickpeas; chop veggies & almonds.
Tags:
healthy
blue_zone
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| Thursday |
Cheese & Spinach Keto Omelette
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Whisk eggs with heavy cream in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté spinach in the skillet until wilted; remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining butter to the skillet; pour in the egg mixture.
- Cook until edges begin to set, then gently lift edges occasionally to let uncooked eggs flow underneath.
- Once the center is nearly set, sprinkle cheese and spinach over one half of the omelette.
- Fold the omelette in half and cook for another minute to melt the cheese.
- Slide onto a plate and serve warm.
Servings: 2
Macros per Serving: Calories: 320, Protein: 20g, Carbs: 3g, Fat: 26g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Chop spinach and store in an airtight container; shred cheese and keep refrigerated.
Tags:
keto
low-carb
breakfast
|
| Friday |
Kid-Friendly Mexican Quinoa Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, bring quinoa and water to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and red bell pepper for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add corn, black beans, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and add it to the skillet. Mix well.
- Top with diced avocado and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 350, Protein: 12g, Carbs: 55g, Fat: 10g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Cook the quinoa in advance and store it in the fridge. Chop the vegetables and store them in airtight containers until ready to cook.
Tags:
healthy
picky_eater
mexican
|
| Saturday |
Roasted Squash and Red Pepper Bisque
Ingredients:
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 red bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss squash cubes and red pepper halves with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until translucent.
- Add roasted squash, red peppers, vegetable broth, thyme, and smoked paprika.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in coconut milk and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Servings: 4
Macros per Serving: Calories: 180, Protein: 3g, Carbs: 25g, Fat: 8g
Sunday Prep Ideas: Roast the squash and red peppers in advance and store in the fridge to save time on busy days.
Tags:
blue_zone
vegan
gluten_free
dairy_free
healthy
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