25 Easy and Healthy Recipes (30 Minutes or LESS!)

By Kristen McCaffrey on Mar 14, 2025

Bowls and Skillets

Mediterranean Bowls

504 CAL 30 MIN

If you love Mediterranean flavors, these Mediterranean Bowls are about to be your new go-to meal! They're packed with juicy grilled chicken, tangy feta, crunchy cucumbers, and a smooth hummus drizzle, all served over a bed of fluffy couscous or quinoa. Fresh, simple, and totally customizable, they make for an easy weeknight dinner or meal-prep win.

Vegan Ground Beef Burrito Bowls (with Impossible Meat)

573 CAL 20 MIN

A vegan ground beef burrito bowl is served with cilantro lime rice, black beans, lettuce, seasoned plant-based ground beef, avocado, corn, and fresh pico de gallo, garnished with chopped cilantro and a lime wedge.

These Vegan Ground Beef Burrito Bowls are packed with flavor and so easy to throw together! Made with hearty lentils, mushrooms, and walnuts, the "beef" is perfectly seasoned with smoky spices and served over rice with fresh toppings. It's a satisfying, plant-based meal that tastes just like your favorite burrito bowl, minus the meat!

Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowls

380 CAL 30 MIN

Teriyaki chicken bowls with chicken breast, snow peas, carrots, red pepper, and quinoa in a bowl with teriyaki sauce.

These Teriyaki Chicken Bowls are packed with bold flavor and wholesome ingredients. The homemade teriyaki sauce is perfectly sweet and savory, coating every bite of tender chicken, while fresh veggies add crunch and color. Serve it over rice for a quick, satisfying meal that's way better than takeout!

Chili Lime Chicken Avocado Bowls

473 CAL 25 MIN

A bowl filled with grilled chili-lime chicken, white rice, black beans, avocado salsa, and fresh cilantro, garnished with lime wedges and green onions.

These Chili Lime Chicken Avocado Bowls have everything you want in a meal: spice, crunch, creaminess, and a hit of fresh lime. The juicy chili-lime chicken brings the flavor, while the black beans, avocado, and crisp veggies add the perfect balance of texture. Toss it all together with rice and a drizzle of your favorite sauce, and you've got a bowl that's as satisfying as it is easy to make!

Peruvian Shrimp Bowls

311 CAL 20 MIN

Peruvian shrimp rice bowls with grilled shrimp, white rice, cilantro mint sauce, salsa criolla, and sliced avocado.

These Peruvian Shrimp Bowls bring together bold flavors and fresh ingredients for an easy, restaurant-worthy meal. Juicy, spiced shrimp are served over fluffy quinoa with crunchy veggies, but the real game-changer is the creamy Peruvian green sauce. It's zesty, slightly spicy, and totally addictive. It's the perfect mix of healthy, satisfying, and seriously delicious!

Turkey Taco and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

258 CAL 25 MIN

Ground turkey and cauliflower rice taco skillet with jalapenos, sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.

This Turkey Taco and Cauliflower Rice Skillet has all the bold, zesty flavors of your favorite tacos but without the extra carbs. Lean ground turkey, taco seasoning, and cauliflower rice come together in one skillet for a quick, high-protein meal that's perfect on its own or stuffed into lettuce wraps for extra crunch!

Burgers, Wraps, and Sandwiches

Tilapia Fish Burgers

293 CAL 20 MIN

Tilapia fish burger with sauce cucumber and tomato on a sesame seed bun.

These Tilapia Fish Burgers are a light, flavorful twist on a classic burger! Made with fresh tilapia, garlic, lemon juice, and a little Dijon mustard, they're packed with zesty flavor and have a perfectly crispy, golden-brown crust. Serve them on a bun with your favorite toppings, or go low-carb with lettuce wraps!

Easy Salmon Burgers

293 CAL 20 MIN

Salmon burgers with fresh salmon and spices served on a bun with coleslaw.

Forget boring burgers! These salmon burgers bring big, bold flavors with every bite! Fresh salmon, bright herbs, and a touch of garlic come together to create a burger that's crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender inside. Serve it on a brioche bun with tangy slaw or go bunless and stack it on a bed of greens for a lighter twist.

Healthy Tuna Melt

324 CAL 15 MIN

If you love a good Tuna Melt, this healthier version is going to be your new go-to! It's packed with lean protein, mixed with a creamy (but lighter!) tuna salad, and layered with gooey melted cheese on whole grain bread. Toasted to golden perfection, it's quick, easy, and hits the spot every time!

Grilled Cheeseburger Wrap

321 CAL 25 MIN

Cheeseburger wraps in a tortilla with ground beef, lettuce, and tomatoes served with homemade burger sauce.

This Grilled Cheeseburger Wrap is everything you love about a juicy burger but wrapped up in a crispy tortilla instead of a bun! Lean ground beef, melty cheese, and all your favorite burger toppings get tucked inside and then grilled to golden perfection. It's quick, easy, and way less messy than a traditional burger. Perfect for busy weeknights or a fun twist on burger night!

Latin & Tex-Mex Inspired Dishes

Green Chicken Enchiladas (with Homemade Enchilada Sauce!)

368 CAL 30 MIN

A baking dish filled with green chicken enchiladas, topped with melted cheese, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and green onions, placed on a wooden cutting board with fresh cilantro and jalapeños on the side.

If you love saucy, cheesy enchiladas, these Green Chicken Enchiladas are about to be your new go-to. They're stuffed with tender shredded chicken, smothered in a flavorful green enchilada sauce, and baked until perfectly golden and gooey. Quick to throw together and seriously delicious, they make the perfect weeknight dinner!

Enfrijoladas (Enchiladas with Creamy Black Bean Sauce)

395 CAL 25 MIN

Enfrijoladas with chicken and black bean sauce in a pan ready to be served.

If you love enchiladas but want to switch things up, enfrijoladas are your new best friend! Instead of a traditional red or green sauce, these corn tortillas are smothered in a creamy, seasoned black bean sauce that's rich, flavorful, and so satisfying. Top them with queso fresco, avocado, or a fried egg for the ultimate comfort food that's surprisingly easy to make!

Steak Fajitas

349 CAL 30 MIN

Nothing beats the flavor of homemade Steak Fajitas! They're tender, marinated steak, sizzling bell peppers, and onions, all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. The secret is in the simple yet bold marinade, which gives the steak that deep, smoky,Tex-Mex flavor. Pair it with guac, salsa, or a squeeze of lime, and dinner is done!

Tofu Fajitas

305 CAL 25 MIN

These Tofu Fajitas are the perfect mix of smoky, spicy, and downright delicious! The tofu soaks up all the fajita seasoning before getting pan-fried until golden, then tossed with sizzling bell peppers and onions. Pile everything into warm tortillas, add your favorite toppings, and you've got an easy, meatless meal that even tofu skeptics will love.

Portobello Fajitas

328 CAL 30 MIN

Portobello mushroom fajitas with peppers, onions, mushrooms, guacamole, and sour cream in a warm corn tortilla.

These Portobello Fajitas are proof that plant-based meals can be just as satisfying as the real thing. Thick, meaty portobello mushrooms get marinated in smoky spices and lime juice, then seared alongside bell peppers and onions for a fajita filling that's packed with flavor. Add some guac, salsa, or cheese, and you've got a restaurant-quality meal at home!

Camarones a la Diabla

216 CAL 15 MIN

Get ready for a flavor punch! Camarones a la Diabla combines juicy shrimp with a rich, spicy sauce made from dried chilies, garlic, and tomatoes. It's bold, slightly smoky, and totally addictive, especially with a side of fluffy rice or warm tortillas to soak up every drop of that fiery sauce!

Bang Bang Chicken Tacos

427 CAL 25 MIN

Crispy chicken, a creamy-spicy Bang Bang sauce, and fresh slaw, all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. What's not to love? These Bang Bang Chicken Tacos have the perfect mix of crunch, heat, and sweetness, making them totally irresistible. They come together fast and taste like something you'd order at a restaurant, but they are way easier to make at home!

Global & Classic Entrees

Sauteed Lemon Pepper Chicken

270 CAL 30 MIN

This Sautéed Lemon Pepper Chicken is proof that simple ingredients can make a big impact. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with zesty lemon, bold black pepper, and a hint of garlic, then quickly seared to golden perfection. It's an easy, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for busy nights but still feels fresh and light!

Fiesta Lime Chicken

367 CAL 50 MIN

This Fiesta Lime Chicken brings big, bold flavors with minimal effort! Marinated in fresh lime juice, taco seasoning, and garlic, the chicken stays juicy and tender, while the creamy lime sauce and melty cheese take it to the next level. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or with roasted veggies for a meal that's as easy as it is delicious!

Baked Stuffed Haddock (Seafood Stuffing)

245 CAL 20 MIN

Baked haddock with seafood stuffing served with broccoli and lemon wedges.

If you love seafood, this Baked or Grilled Haddock with Seafood Stuffing is a total game-changer. The mild, flaky haddock is the perfect base for a buttery, seafood-packed stuffing loaded with shrimp, crab, and the right touch of seasoning. It's an easy, elegant dish that works just as well for a cozy weeknight dinner as it does for impressing guests!

Sheet Pan Spicy Peanut Chicken and Broccoli

362 CAL 20 MIN

Sheet pan peanut chicken and broccoli with peanut sauce on a baking sheet.

This One-Pan Spicy Peanut Chicken and Broccoli is an easy way to bring bold, Thai-inspired flavors to your dinner table. The creamy peanut sauce, infused with garlic, ginger, and a little heat, pairs perfectly with juicy chicken and crunchy broccoli. And since it's all made in one pan, it's as simple as it is delicious!

Tomato Basil Chicken

281 CAL 25 MIN

Some dinners just hit the spot, and this Tomato Basil Chicken is one of them. It's got juicy pan-seared chicken, a rich tomato and garlic sauce, and fresh basil for a pop of brightness that ties it all together. Whether you serve it over pasta, rice, or just with a spoon (because that sauce is that good), you're going to want this in your weekly meal rotation!

Spicy Ground Turkey and Green Bean Stir-fry

294 CAL 20 MIN

Ground turkey and green bean stir fry in a skillet with spicy sauce and chopsticks.

If you're craving something spicy, savory, and ridiculously easy, this Spicy Ground Turkey and Green Bean Stir-Fry is for you! The turkey soaks up all the flavor from the garlic, ginger, and chili sauce, while the green beans add a fresh crunch. It's a better-than-takeout meal that's ready in no time!

Grilled Chicken Margherita

361 CAL 20 MIN

This Grilled Chicken Margherita is everything you love about classic Italian flavors but in a light, protein-packed meal. Grilled chicken gets topped with gooey mozzarella, sweet tomatoes, and fresh basil, then finished with balsamic glaze for that perfect punch of flavor. It's simple, fresh, and ridiculously delicious!

Healthy Kung Pao Chicken

303 CAL 25 MIN

This Healthy Kung Pao Chicken brings all the bold, spicy-sweet flavors of your favorite takeout dish without the extra grease or guilt! Tender chicken is stir-fried with crunchy bell peppers, zucchini, and peanuts, then coated in a perfectly balanced soy, hoisin, and honey sauce with just the right amount of heat. Serve it over rice or cauliflower rice for an easy, flavor-packed meal!

Tips for Making Meals Quicker Without Sacrificing Flavor

Prep Ahead Whenever Possible: Chop veggies, marinate proteins, or portion out ingredients at the start of the week. Having everything ready to go saves tons of time when it's time to cook.
Use Pre-Cut or Frozen Ingredients: Pre-chopped onions, garlic, and frozen veggies are huge time savers without sacrificing freshness. They cook just as well and cut down on prep time.
Batch Cook Proteins: Grill or bake a big batch of chicken, beef, or tofu at the start of the week and use it in different meals. Think tacos, salads, stir-fries, and sandwiches, all with minimal effort.
Stick With One-Pan and One-Pot Meals: Fewer dishes and faster cleanup! Sheet pan meals, stir-fries, and skillet dinners get dinner on the table with minimal mess.
Make Use of Store-Bought Shortcuts: Rotisserie chicken, pre-cooked rice, and canned beans can be a lifesaver on busy nights. They cut cooking time in half while still keeping meals wholesome.
Cook Once, Eat Twice: Double your recipes and freeze portions for later. Soups, casseroles, and pasta sauces all freeze beautifully and make dinner effortless when you're short on time.
Use a Pressure Cooker or Slow Cooker: Instant Pot meals cook in a fraction of the time, and slow cookers let you dump everything in the morning and come home to a fully cooked meal.
Have a Go-To List of Quick Meals: Keep a list of super easy dinners (like tacos, grain bowls, or wraps), so you always have a backup plan when time is tight.
Clean as You Go: Washing dishes and wiping down counters while food cooks saves time at the end of the meal and keeps your kitchen organized.
Stick to Simple Recipes on Busy Nights: You don't need a complicated meal to eat well. Recipes with fewer ingredients and minimal steps (like stir-fries, sheet pan dinners, or skillet meals) make dinner fast and stress-free!