“Meal prep is all about the planning, and the part that usually takes the longest to get done is the protein,” notes Toby Amidor, author of The Healthy Meal Prep Cookbook. By dedicating a little time when you have it to making the mains, you can quickly put together a variety of delicious dishes that will be ready whenever you want them.
These recipes from Amidor make creative use (and reuse!) of your main protein ingredients, so you can serve up a clean, healthy meal in just a few minutes.
Barbecue chicken is a beloved dinner favorite, but it isn’t particularly well known for being easy or quick to make. Thankfully, that’s where the magic of the slow cooker comes in. By the time dinner rolls around, you’ll have a delicious (and not too heavy) family meal ready to go.
This nutritious stir-fry recipe does require a bit of TLC but when seasoned properly and paired with an intensely flavorful peanut sauce, you’ll be wondering why you ever ordered takeout.
This savory and delicious pork tenderloin recipe is great both as the star of your meal or as a protein base in an array of other dishes. Try chopping it up and adding it to brown rice and beans or a chili.
Baked Salmon with Citrus Herbs
Try this mouthwatering baked salmon the next time you’re in the mood for fish.
Level-up your meal prep with this flavorful tofu recipe. When it comes to tofu, people generally complain about the lack of flavor, which isn’t an issue here. This recipe infuses ginger, garlic, onions, and plenty of other flavorful ingredients.
BY TOBY AMIDOR, MS, RD
