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30 High-Protein Family Dinners Under 30 Minutes

ByNick Garcia
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These quick family dinners use fast-cooking proteins and convenient staples so you can put a balanced meal on the table in about 30 minutes.

30 High-Protein Family Dinners Under 30 Minutes infographic

All recipes use olive oil rather than seed oils and contain no soy or tofu. For gluten-free meals, verify packaged broth, seasonings, tortillas, pasta, and grains.

Before you begin

Times are estimates. Cook poultry and ground meat to 165°F and fish to 145°F. Reheat prepared portions until steaming hot.

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  1. 1. Turkey Taco Skillet
  2. 2. Chicken Pasta
  3. 3. Beef Rice Bowl
  4. 4. Shrimp Tacos
  5. 5. Salmon and Asparagus Rice
  6. 6. Chicken Fajitas
  7. 7. Turkey Meatball Pasta
  8. 8. Chicken Broccoli Skillet
  9. 9. Beef Burger Bowl
  10. 10. Chicken Fried Rice
  11. 11. Turkey Sloppy Joes
  12. 12. Shrimp Quinoa Bowl
  13. 13. Salmon Potato Skillet
  14. 14. Chicken Burrito Bowl
  15. 15. Beef and Cabbage Skillet
  16. 16. Turkey Stuffed Pepper Skillet
  17. 17. Chicken Pesto Pasta
  18. 18. Shrimp Vegetable Rice
  19. 19. Salmon Chickpea Salad
  20. 20. Chicken Taco Bowl
  21. 21. Beef Broccoli Rice
  22. 22. Turkey White Bean Skillet
  23. 23. Chicken Greek Bowl
  24. 24. Shrimp Fajita Bowl
  25. 25. Salmon Lentil Bowl
  26. 26. Chicken Sweet Potato Hash
  27. 27. Beef Taco Salad
  28. 28. Turkey Quinoa Skillet
  29. 29. Chicken Tomato Rice
  30. 30. Shrimp Corn Tacos

1. Turkey Taco Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 8 corn tortillas or gluten-free rolls
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

2. Chicken Pasta

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 8 ounces cooked gluten-free pasta
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

3. Beef Rice Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean beef
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

4. Shrimp Tacos

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds peeled shrimp
  • 8 corn tortillas or gluten-free rolls
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

5. Salmon and Asparagus Rice

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (about 5 ounces each)
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

6. Chicken Fajitas

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

7. Turkey Meatball Pasta

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 8 ounces cooked gluten-free pasta
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

8. Chicken Broccoli Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

9. Beef Burger Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean beef
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

10. Chicken Fried Rice

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

11. Turkey Sloppy Joes

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 8 corn tortillas or gluten-free rolls
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

12. Shrimp Quinoa Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds peeled shrimp
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

13. Salmon Potato Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (about 5 ounces each)
  • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

14. Chicken Burrito Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

15. Beef and Cabbage Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean beef
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

16. Turkey Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Combine the prepared ingredients in a lightly oiled baking dish or fill the peppers. Bake at 375°F for 25 to 35 minutes, until hot and the meat is safely cooked.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

17. Chicken Pesto Pasta

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 8 ounces cooked gluten-free pasta
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

18. Shrimp Vegetable Rice

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds peeled shrimp
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

19. Salmon Chickpea Salad

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (about 5 ounces each)
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

20. Chicken Taco Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

21. Beef Broccoli Rice

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean beef
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

22. Turkey White Bean Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

23. Chicken Greek Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

24. Shrimp Fajita Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds peeled shrimp
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

25. Salmon Lentil Bowl

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (about 5 ounces each)
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

26. Chicken Sweet Potato Hash

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

27. Beef Taco Salad

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean beef
  • 8 corn tortillas or gluten-free rolls
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

28. Turkey Quinoa Skillet

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 4 cups chopped vegetables named in the recipe
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

29. Chicken Tomato Rice

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or certified gluten-free grain
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

30. Shrimp Corn Tacos

Servings: 4   Prep: 15 minutes   Cook: 15–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds peeled shrimp
  • 8 corn tortillas or gluten-free rolls
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grain if needed, then wash and chop the produce. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat food.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the protein until safely done, add the vegetables and seasonings, then stir in the cooked base and heat through.
  3. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust the seasoning. Divide evenly into four servings.
  4. Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate in covered containers for up to four days.

Prep tip: Substitute another seasonal vegetable while keeping the listed protein and base quantities similar.

How to make the week easier

  • Cook grains and chop sturdy vegetables ahead.
  • Store fresh toppings separately.
  • Freeze extra cooked portions when you will not eat them within four days.

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