Whip up one of these healthy dinner ideas any day of the week
Okay, can anybody really make dinner in 20 minutes? Yes, and a tasty dinner at that. We’ve got a lineup of healthy and delicious meals you can make and eat in less time than it takes to order at a sit-down restaurant. Save a little dough, unwind from your day, and whip up one of these feasts tonight! Here’s your first option:
Creole Tilapia
Tilapia is a perfect blank canvas, ready to take on bold flavors and still deliver the delicate texture of a light fish. Don’t skimp on the herbs in this dish; they give it major personality. Add a side of rice or a salad to your tilapia, and dinner’s ready in less time than it takes to sort your mail.
Bonus: Tilapia is an excellent source of phosphorous and niacin, both of which help keep your digestive system, skin, and nerves healthy.
One-Pan Chicken
Any recipe with “one-pan” in the name gets our vote. This dish requires minimal chopping and features maximum flavor. Did we mention it’s ridiculously low in fat? Don’t be surprised if you start putting this chicken creation into regular rotation.
Two-Minute Shrimp Scampi
Seriously, this recipe cooks FAST. And shrimp is a great source of protein. Paired with spinach, a nutrient-packed green vegetable that’s nearly calorie-free, you’ve got an abs-friendly power meal landing on your table in minutes. Literally.
Steak Quesadilla
Feel like Mexican tonight? Skip the bottomless basket of fried tortilla chips that gets foisted on you at Mexican restaurants, and satisfy your craving at home, the healthy way. This easy-prep meal is front-loaded with fiber—a secret weapon of weight loss. If you include the black beans called for in the recipe, you’ll also score a mega-dose of antioxidants.
Spicy Fish Tacos
Get your summer on, any time of the year. These tacos are super-fun to eat and speedy to build. And who doesn’t love a dish that can make cabbage hip? Imagine yourself hanging out on the beach as you enjoy these tortilla fold-ups stuffed with happy flavors.
Chili Chicken and Basil
This one-pan wonder cuts down on dirty dishes and heats up with a serious kick of taste—thanks to a garlic-chili paste you whip up first thing. Once the chicken hits the pan, you’re minutes away from a fabulous, low-fat, Thai-spiced dinner—without having to pay a bill or leave a tip.
Zucchini Rotini
A slam dunk for your taste buds, this pasta dish also offers a secret weapon for your metabolism. By using whole-wheat rotini, you give yourself a slow-burning complex carb that will keep you satisfied for hours.
Braised Salmon with Soy and Ginger
To round out this healthy dish, make brown rice ahead of time and reheat it while your salmon cooks. The flavors alone may lift your spirits, but the omega-3s in the fish have proven mood-boosting qualities.
Source: http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/quick-meals-6