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Easy Sunday Meal Prep: 5 Delicious Dinners for a Stress-Free Week

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This meal prep plan offers five easy, delicious dinners that can be prepared on Sunday to enjoy stress-free, flavorful meals throughout the week. Each dish is quick to make, uses simple ingredients, and is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey, lean or regular
  • 4 salmon fillets, about 6 oz each
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 medium bell peppers, assorted colors, chopped
  • 2 medium onions, yellow or white, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced or diced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 4 cups fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped
  • 3 medium tomatoes, diced or 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • Olive oil, for roasting and sautéing
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp chili powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and your choice of seasonings (Italian seasoning for chicken or cumin and chili powder for ground beef). Toss chicken breasts or thighs to coat well. Let rest for 15-20 minutes while prepping veggies.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) to caramelize veggies and seal in meat juices.
  3. Dice bell peppers, zucchini, onions, carrots, and tomatoes. Place most on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then toss to coat evenly.
  4. Roast veggies in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until slightly charred but tender.
  5. While veggies roast, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. For chicken, sear 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). For ground beef or turkey, crumble into pan and cook until browned, about 8 minutes.
  6. In the last 5 minutes of roasting, wilt chopped spinach or kale in a hot pan with a splash of olive oil and a pinch of salt until just wilted.
  7. Divide roasted veggies, cooked proteins, and greens evenly among meal prep containers. Add a drizzle of soy sauce or honey if desired for extra flavor.
  8. Let containers cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before sealing and refrigerating to avoid condensation and soggy meals.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when roasting veggies to ensure proper caramelization. Marinate proteins well for enhanced flavor. Reheat meals gently on stovetop with water or broth or in oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to avoid dryness. Swap proteins or veggies to suit dietary preferences. Store meals in airtight containers in fridge up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

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