5 Super Healthy Meals
I’m always on the lookout for new healthy recipes. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, gain muscle, or just stay healthy, diet is at least half the battle. Today, we’re going to take a look at 5 of my favorite super healthy meal ideas.
All of these recipes contain a decent serving of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, all of which will keep you feeling full and satisfied. They’ll also boost your metabolism and help you burn off fat and calories. These recipes are also low in trans and saturated fats as well as added sugar.
Ready for these recipes? It’s time to spice things up a bit and get out of that same old mealtime routine.
5 Recipes to Keep you Super Healthy and Fit
Protein Fiber Salad – Great for lunch or dinner, this salad is packed full of healthy ingredients and low on carbs to keep you toned and ripped.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup of cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup of fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup of raw veggies (bell peppers, cucumber, chick peas, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions: In a large salad bowl, toss together beans, chicken, spinach, and veggies. In a separate bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients and drizzle over salad.
Vegetarian Roll-Up – This makes for one tasty lunch, and it’s full of some major nutritional support. The coconut oil adds an extra fat-burning boost!
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of Nutiva Organic Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil
- ¼ teaspoon of balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of chopped roasted almonds or pine nuts
- ¼ cup of chopped fresh baby spinach
- ¼ cup of chopped mushrooms
- ¼ cup of shredded fat-free cheese of choice
- 1 medium whole wheat wrap
Directions: In a medium sauce pan, heat oil to a medium heat and add nuts, spinach, mushrooms, and vinegar and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, mix in cheese, and add mixture to the wrap.
Carb-Free Egg Salad – Eggs have gotten a bad rap over the years, but they’re a great source of protein to support an active and healthy lifestyle. Remove the carbs and they’re even better!
Ingredients:
- 4 hard-boiled eggs
- 8 hard-boiled egg whites
- 2 tablespoons of light all-natural mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups of fresh baby spinach
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
Directions: Using a fork or a food processor, blend together eggs, mayo, mustard, and salt and pepper until desired consistency. Serve with fresh spinach and tomato slices.
Black Bean and Veggie Chili – Want a super healthy, super nutritious complete meal? This is the one for you. For even more protein, add in ground lean turkey or ground chicken.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of minced fresh garlic
- ¼ cup of chopped onion
- ½ cup of sliced mushrooms
- ¼ cup of diced carrots
- ¼ cup of diced green pepper
- ½ cup of chopped tomatoes
- ¼ cup of diced zucchini
- ½ cup of fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup of water
- ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
- ½ cup of cooked whole grain brown rice
- 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
Directions: Bring oil to a medium heat in a large saucepan. Add garlic, onion, carrots, green pepper, tomatoes, and zucchini. Sauté for 10 minutes, then add spinach, water, and spices. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer for another 10 minutes. Stir in rice and beans and heat for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Veggie & Tuna Pasta Salad – Another great option for lunch or dinner, this pasta salad has everything you need, from healthy carbs to vitamin rich veggies and high protein tuna.
Ingredients:
- 1 package of whole grain rotini or penne pasta
- ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil or Nutiva Organic Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil
- 2 cups of chopped broccoli
- 1 tablespoon of minced fresh garlic
- 1/3 cup of red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of light all natural mayonnaise
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup of grape tomatoes
- ½ cup of fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper
Directions: Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and toss with oil, broccoli, and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Place in fridge and allow to cool for at least 30 minutes. In a separate bowl, combine tuna and mayo. Remove pasta from fridge and mix in red wine vinegar, tuna and mayo mixture, and remaining veggies, herbs, and seasoning. Toss well before serving. Top with some grated parmesan cheese for some extra flavor.
Something a Little Sweet…
Looking for something sweet that’s also super healthy? Check out my awesome recipes for Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies and Banana Oatmeal Cookies. They’re both full of whole food ingredients and are high in protein to build muscle and boost metabolism!
Have any questions or feedback about these 5 Super Healthy Meals? Please leave a comment below…
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Thank you for visiting! Weight Loss and Training is a health blog which features all the best weight loss tips that I have learned over my 20 years of training. My background includes a degree in Kinesiology from the world renown Simon Fraser University, certification in nutritional sciences from UBC, and Personal Trainer Specialist certification from Can Fit Pro.