Between work, exercise, a busy social life, and sometimes kids, it can be hard to find the time to put together a healthy, balanced meal. And yet, as you’ll see, there are quick and easy recipes out there, ideal for eating well even when you’re short on time! We’ve picked 5 ideas we think you’ll love!
My quick recipes: the vegetarian sandwich
This sandwich is perfect for a balanced lunch break! It contains wholegrain starchy foods, protein and vegetables: a good base for a complete meal… To round out the meal, add a salad and a healthy dessert, like a piece of fruit or some fromage blanc.
Ingredients
- 2 slices of wholegrain bread
- 1 tbsp hummus
- A few thin slices of cucumber, avocado and tomato
- 1 handful of baby spinach
- 1 handful of grated carrot
Method
Simply spread the hummus over the bread, then layer your vegetables inside. That’s it!
My quick recipes: Mexican quinoa salad
This salad has everything going for it: starchy foods, plant-based protein, vegetables… It fits naturally into a varied diet! Enjoy it for lunch or dinner.
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 60g cooked quinoa
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ¼ onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ red pepper, finely diced
- 50g tempeh
- 20g salsa sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp cumin
- 100g black beans, drained and rinsed
- 30g sweetcorn, drained and rinsed
- A few cherry tomatoes
- Fresh coriander and parsley
- ½ avocado, diced
Method
Cook the tempeh in the olive oil with the onion. After a few minutes, add the pepper, salsa sauce and lime juice, then leave to simmer for 15 minutes.
Divide the quinoa between 2 plates, top with the tempeh in sauce, and add all the remaining ingredients. Ready to enjoy!
My quick recipes: the avocado sandwich
This sandwich is one of those perfect quick recipes for lazy days… It takes just a few minutes to make and gives your body everything it needs for a balanced meal!
Ingredients
- 2 slices of rye bread
- 2 lettuce leaves
- Half an avocado
- 1 tomato
- 1 slice of lean cooked ham
- 1 portion of fat-free fresh cheese
Method
Start by washing the tomato and slicing it into rounds. Remove the avocado stone, then cut the flesh into thin slices.
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Spread the soft cheese over both slices of bread, then layer the avocado onto one slice. Add the ham, tomato and lettuce on top, then close the sandwich with the other slice of bread. Enjoy!
My quick recipes: courgette carbonara
Carbonara pasta is a delicious dish, but rather rich… Try this lighter alternative for a meal that’s just as tasty!
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 large courgettes
- 80g diced ham
- 40cl fat-free fromage blanc
- 1 egg yolk
- A little grated cheese
- Black pepper
Method
Start by cooking the diced ham in a non-stick frying pan.
Bring a pan of water to the boil. Meanwhile, peel the courgettes and carefully cut them into ribbons using a vegetable peeler.
Plunge the courgette ribbons into the boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain.
Add the fromage blanc, egg yolk and ham to the courgette tagliatelle. Return to the heat, stirring gently until all the ingredients are well combined.
Divide the courgette carbonara between 2 plates, season with pepper and sprinkle with grated cheese.
My quick recipes: avocado spaghetti
Even if you’re looking after your figure and the appearance of your skin, you shouldn’t cut starchy foods out of your diet, ladies! Find out why here.
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 125g wholegrain spaghetti
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 garlic clove
- 25g tinned sweetcorn, drained
- A few cherry tomatoes
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh basil
Method
First, cook the pasta as usual. Meanwhile, peel and finely chop the garlic.
Then, mash the ripe avocado flesh together with the garlic and lemon juice.
Finely chop the fresh, washed basil and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and transfer to a large bowl. Add the avocado, cherry tomatoes, basil and sweetcorn. Toss well and enjoy!
Planning your weekly menus
These quick recipes are easy to combine, so you can plan your meals for the week without spending hours in the kitchen. Both sandwiches fit neatly into a lunchbox. The Mexican quinoa salad works for lunch or dinner. The courgette carbonara or the avocado spaghetti make good evening meals. Round them out with a salad and a balanced dessert, like a piece of fruit or some fromage blanc.
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We’re willing to bet these quick and delicious recipes will soon become staples in your kitchen, ladies!
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Our tips for saving time in the kitchen
- Cook the quinoa and wholegrain pasta in advance, then keep them in the fridge in a sealed container.
- Wash and chop your vegetables on Sunday, so all you have to do during the week is put your dishes together.
- Add the avocado at the last minute, with a squeeze of lemon, so it doesn’t turn brown.
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