Healthy recipes

Salads, bean dishes, meal-prep bowls and lighter chicken recipes for weekday lunches and quick sides. Many recipes here come together in 15 to 35 minutes, so they suit a workday lunch or a make-ahead container. Salads range from Mediterranean white bean with feta and kale with cranberries and walnuts to Thai chicken with peanut dressing and Greek quinoa.

For meal prep, look at the BBQ chicken rice bowls, street corn chicken bowls and Turkish white bean salad. Quick sides include steamed asparagus, creamy white beans and pickled bell peppers, while chicken lettuce wraps, baked chicken strips and spicy black bean soup cover heartier meals. Check the time on each recipe to choose between a fast fix and a batch that keeps for several days.

Vietnamese Shredded Chicken Salad in 20 Minutes

Vietnamese Shredded Chicken Salad

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Salads often feel bland. This Vietnamese Shredded Chicken Salad stays vibrant with a zesty dressing; see our section Why These Ingredients Work for more.

Cowboy Chicken Salad with Chipotle Dressing

Cowboy Chicken Salad

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Meal preppers will love this Cowboy Chicken Salad. It includes an ingredient swap table to help you keep this vibrant meal healthy and budget-friendly.

Slow-Cooked Chicken Burrito Bowl

Chicken Burrito Bowl Meal Prep

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Chicken thighs, salsa, and lime juice create this Chicken Burrito Bowl. Total time is 6h 40min and it includes a detailed method comparison table.

Healthy Shredded Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Includes a guide for storing and reusing leftovers. These Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a protein-packed meal for those seeking a healthy, low-carb dinner.

Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos in 25 Minutes

Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Vibrant, low carb flavors define these Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos. This guide explains why this method works to keep the meat juicy. Try it tonight!

Healthy Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Busy meal preppers will love these Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Follow the step-by-step cooking guide for a high-protein Thai meal in 25 minutes.

Shredded Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt

Shredded Chicken Salad

4.00 (6 Ratings)

Meal preppers will love this Shredded Chicken Salad. The Greek yogurt binder creates a tangy result; check the quick recipe specs for full details.

High Protein Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Bowl Meal Prep

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Meal preppers will love this Street Corn Chicken Bowl. Use the detailed ingredients list to create a high-protein dinner with charred corn and lime rice.

Chicken Lettuce Wraps: Savory and Crisp

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

4.17 (6 Ratings)

Ground chicken, ginger, and water chestnuts make these Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Includes a quick method comparison and a 25 minute total time.

Grilled Chicken for Sandwiches with Lemon

Grilled Chicken for Sandwiches

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Zesty lemon Grilled Chicken for Sandwiches. This guide explains why the method works for juicy results every time. Great for healthy weekly meal prep.

Creamy Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Meal Prep Chicken Salad Sandwiches

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Too much mayo often makes chicken salad feel heavy. These Chicken Salad Sandwiches use lemon and Dijon for brightness; see our quick recipe specs for more.

Spicy Southwestern Black Bean Burger

Black Bean Burger

4.17 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 28 minutes, this Black Bean Burger is a budget-friendly win. It includes a guide on why these patties stay firm for a satisfying, meaty bite.

Smoky Vegan Black Bean Burger

Black Bean Burger

5.00 (2 Ratings)

High-temperature searing creates a firm crust for this Black Bean Burger. This guide includes details on the searing process and takes 30 minutes.

Crispy Black Bean Burgers

Crispy Black Bean Burgers

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Black Bean Burgers with a shattering exterior and savory center. Check the quick recipe specs for a budget-friendly meal. Ready in just 15 minutes.

Creamy White Beans with Herb Oil

Creamy White Beans

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Buttery Creamy White Beans make a rich side dish. This guide includes a quick method comparison for canned or dried beans. Great for healthy meal prep.

Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Dip: Smoky Heat

Raspberry Chipotle Bean Dip

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Cream cheese, sour cream, and onion create this Raspberry Chipotle Bean Dip. Learn the best ways to serve this smoky appetizer in just 18 minutes.

Creamy Garlic Parmesan White Beans

Garlic Parmesan White Beans

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Cannellini beans, garlic, and Parmesan make these Garlic Parmesan White Beans. Learn more in the what makes it work section, ready in 15 minutes.

Homemade Spicy Black Bean Soup

Spicy Black Bean Soup

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Includes an ingredient swap table to customize your heat level. This Spicy Black Bean Soup is ideal for budget-conscious, healthy meal preppers.

Hearty Black Bean Burgers with Oat Flour

Black Bean Burgers

5.00 (1 Rating)

Black beans, oat flour, and soy sauce flavor these Black Bean Burgers. This guide explains Why This Texture Actually Works in just 37 minutes.

Hearty Black Bean Burgers: Firm and Meaty

Black Bean Burgers

4.43 (7 Ratings)

Ready in 30 minutes, these Black Bean Burgers have a firm, meaty bite. This guide includes a quick method comparison to save you money on pantry staples.