Figuring out dinner after a long day can feel like a HUGE task.
You want something FAST.
But you ALSO want it to be pretty healthy.
Finding meals that are both? Sometimes it feels IMPOSSIBLE.
That’s exactly why we gathered these recipes.
We’re talking simple, quick dinners that won’t take forever to make.
And yes, they are actually GOOD for you.
No weird ingredients or super complicated steps here.
Just easy ideas to get a delicious dinner on the table, even on the BUSIEST nights.
Ready to make weeknights a little less stressful?
Here are 40 quick and healthy dinner ideas to get you started.
1. Shrimp Avocado Brown Rice Bowl
This Shrimp Avocado Brown Rice Bowl makes a light and delicious meal for lunch or dinner.
Enjoy the heart-healthy combination of shrimp and avocado in this simple dish!
2. Chana Masala Instant Pot
Craving delicious, restaurant-style Chana Masala?
This Instant Pot recipe makes it easy to enjoy that authentic flavor in your own kitchen.
Get ready for a quick and flavorful meal that everyone will love!
3. Killer 3 Bean Vegan Chili with White Beans (instant pot)
This Killer 3 Bean Vegan Chili with White Beans (instant pot) is about to become your new favorite weeknight meal!
It’s incredibly easy to make and requires just one pot for a quick clean up.
4. High Protein Butternut Squash Soup with Cottage Cheese
Warm up with this High Protein Butternut Squash Soup with Cottage Cheese, a simple and tasty choice.
It’s a delicious and easy vegetarian soup that’s perfect for a cozy meal.
5. Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs are about to become a staple in your home!
These super simple air fryer meatballs, made with turkey, are so easy to make and will be loved by everyone.
6. Instant Pot Pesto Tomato Tortellini Soup
Instant Pot Pesto Tomato Tortellini Soup is the coziest recipe you’ll make all season.
This tasty tomato soup is incredibly easy to make in your Instant Pot.
You’ll love how quickly this tortellini soup comes together for a comforting and delicious meal!
7. One Pan Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchilada Skillet
This One Pan Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchilada Skillet is the perfect quick and easy vegetarian meal.
It’s packed with flavor, full of sweet potato and black bean goodness, and all made in one pan for easy cleanup.
8. High Protein Green Goddess Detox Soup
This High Protein Green Goddess Detox Soup is a tasty and healthy way to nourish your body.
Packed with flavor, this green goddess soup is a simple and delicious detox option.
9. Instant Pot Hibachi Chicken Dinner
Enjoy a flavorful Instant Pot Hibachi Chicken Dinner, a quick and easy way to get that Japanese Steakhouse taste.
It’s made with simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen!
10. Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers
Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers are a comforting and tasty meal you can make quickly.
This easy stuffed bell peppers recipe uses your pressure cooker to get dinner on the table fast.
Enjoy the delicious flavor of this simple classic!
11. Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken and Rice
Whip up some Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken and Rice for a fast and tasty dinner.
The chicken simmers in a lovely honey garlic sauce, making it a family favorite.
Serve it over rice for an easy 30-minute meal!
12. Guest Post: Tex Mex Salad
This Tex Mex Salad is bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors.
It’s the perfect guest-worthy dish for a potluck or a light and satisfying meal.
Enjoy a taste of Tex-Mex cuisine in every bite!
13. Tuscan Kale and White Bean Soup
Tuscan Kale and White Bean Soup is the cozy bowl of comfort you need tonight!
This hearty soup is packed with flavor and will warm you from the inside out.
14. Crispy Baked Zucchini Feta Tacos
Crispy Baked Zucchini Feta Tacos are the perfect, healthy vegetarian meal you’ve been searching for. These tacos are packed with flavor and easy to make, using simple ingredients you can find at your local grocery store.
15. Easy Bean Soup
This Easy Bean Soup is so fragrant and warming, your whole family will love it!
It’s a simple and easy soup recipe that brings a touch of cajun flavor to your table.
16. Roasted Sweet Potato Feta Soup with rosemary
Warm up with our Roasted Sweet Potato Feta Soup, a simple and healthy vegetarian recipe.
The rosemary adds a special touch to this comforting Roasted Sweet Potato Feta Soup.
17. Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Bowl with a Kick
Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Bowl with a Kick is the perfect dish for a protein-packed and flavorful meal.
Whether for dinner or lunch, this recipe is sure to be a winner.
18. Vegan Tahini Peanut Noodles with Tofu
Dig into these Vegan Tahini Peanut Noodles with Tofu for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
This recipe gives you all the deliciousness of peanut noodles, but without any nuts!
Enjoy a quick and easy vegan dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
19. Low Carb Thai Chicken Wraps Recipe
Craving a quick and tasty meal?
Try these Low Carb Thai Chicken Wraps, packed with shredded chicken, crunchy veggies and the most delicious Thai Peanut Sauce.
20. Dump and Start Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans Stew
Get ready for the easiest and tastiest dinner with this Dump and Start Instant Pot Black Beans Stew!
This recipe delivers a flavorful and satisfying meal with very little effort, thanks to your instant pot.
Enjoy a hearty and delicious black beans dish that’s perfect for any night of the week!
21. Green Goddess Salad Recipe
This Green Goddess Salad recipe combines refreshing greens like iceberg lettuce and baby spinach with crisp cucumber and green onions. Drizzled with an insanely delicious green goddess dressing, it’s the perfect main or side dish.
22. Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
Air Fryer Turkey Burgers are a weeknight game-changer, ready in a flash!
This recipe makes juicy, healthy turkey burgers with ease thanks to your air fryer.
23. Chipotle Black Bean Burgers – Egg Free
Whip up some delicious Chipotle Black Bean Burgers tonight for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
These egg-free burgers are packed with smoky chipotle flavor and hearty black beans, perfect for a tasty vegetarian option.
24. Shakshuka Recipe
Craving a flavorful and easy meal?
Try our Shakshuka Recipe, a vibrant mix of simmered tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and spices, topped with perfectly poached eggs.
25. Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks
Make dinner simple tonight with these Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks!
They’re so tender and flavorful, and this 30-minute meal is perfect for a quick and easy chicken dinner.
26. Caponata – Aubergine Stew {Vegan}
Craving a taste of Sicily?
This Caponata – Aubergine Stew is a delicious and vibrant vegan dish, bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors. It is bound to become a family favorite.
27. Turkey Burger
Get ready for the best Turkey Burger you’ve ever tasted.
These juicy turkey burgers are made with just a few simple ingredients and will definitely hit the spot!
28. Air Fryer Mushrooms Steaks
Air Fryer Mushroom Steaks are the perfect quick and easy meatless meal.
These flavorful portobello mushroom steaks cook up beautifully in your air fryer.
Enjoy a delicious and healthy dinner in minutes!
29. Tuscan Butter Bean Salad with Crispy Artichokes
Enjoy a Tuscan Butter Bean Salad with Crispy Artichokes, a simple and tasty way to eat healthy.
This salad is packed with flavor and is the perfect healthy meal option.
30. Vegan Vegetable Soup Recipe
This Vegan Vegetable Soup recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a cozy and comforting meal.
It’s an easy winter vegetable soup that’s both wholesome and healthy.
Enjoy this vegan vegetable soup for lunch or dinner!
31. Mediterranean Sweet Potato Nachos
Mediterranean Sweet Potato Nachos are here to shake up your snack game!
This delicious recipe offers a fun and flavorful twist on the classic nacho dish.
You won’t miss the tortilla chips with these sweet potato nachos!
32. one pan butternut squash and chickpea casserole (vegan)
This one pan butternut squash and chickpea casserole is the perfect vegan dish for a hearty, plant-based meal.
Enjoy the flavors of fall with this simple and satisfying butternut squash and chickpea casserole.
33. Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe: Get ready for the crispiest, juiciest chicken thighs you’ve ever tasted, made right in your air fryer!
They’re packed with flavor and ready in under 20 minutes, making them a perfect main course for any night of the week.
34. Vegan tempeh bacon sandwich tlta
This Vegan Tempeh Bacon Sandwich TLTA is about to be your new favorite!
It’s the perfect way to enjoy a tasty vegan sandwich with tempeh bacon, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato.
35. Chicken Pesto Flatbread
Chicken Pesto Flatbread is a simple dinner that everyone will enjoy.
Pile on your favorite veggies for a personalized flatbread pizza with savory chicken and pesto.
36. Grilled Chicken & Apples with Couscous
Enjoy the flavors of fall with this easy Grilled Chicken & Apples with Couscous. The perfect way to use fresh apples, this grilled chicken recipe is sure to be a family favorite.
37. Easy Turmeric Broth Soup with Wild Rice and Vegetables Recipe
This Easy Turmeric Broth Soup with Wild Rice and Vegetables recipe is a delicious and healthy option.
Enjoy this easy vegetarian dinner filled with turmeric broth, wild rice, and mixed vegetables, perfect for those chilly nights.
38. Miso Coconut Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
This Miso Coconut Butternut Squash Soup recipe is a fun and easy twist on a classic dish!
It’s the perfect healthy and delicious comfort food to warm you up during the fall and winter months.
39. Salmon Alfredo Pasta
Salmon Alfredo Pasta is a simple, delicious recipe that tastes like it came straight from a restaurant!
Make this easy dish with salmon and alfredo sauce in under 30 minutes – perfect for any night of the week.
40. High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Cottage Cheese
Craving something warm and healthy?
This High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Cottage Cheese is a simple and delicious way to get your protein in.