Lunch/Light Meal Ideas

For when you're craving something light...
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a white bowl filled with pasta and broccoli covered in parmesan cheese
Chicken and Broccoli Fettuccine with Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce
Try this lighter version of your favorite fettuccine Alfredo pasta, using a super creamy and delicious cauliflower alfredo sauce for fewer calories and more sneaky veggies!
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50m
two plates filled with chicken and vegetables on top of rice next to lemon wedges
Healthy Chinese Orange Chicken
This Healthy One-Skillet Chinese Orange Chicken recipe has a homemade citrus sauce that is so simple, and yet so incredibly flavorful. A healthy Asian inspired chicken dinner that tastes best served on a bed of rice and some green beans.
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30m
two white plates topped with chicken and rice next to chopsticks on a table
Vietnamese Coconut Caramel Chicken
Vietnamese Coconut Caramel Chicken is a simple Asian-inspired one pan chicken dinner combining garlic, ginger, fish sauce, coconut sugar, and coconut cream into a sweet sticky glaze that coats the tender chicken chunks! Refined sugar-free & dairy-free. Serve with rice or cauliflower rice for a lower calorie version
a skillet filled with meat and broccoli on top of a white table
Ground Beef and Broccoli Fried Rice
Beef and Broccoli Fried Rice gets you two take-out classics in one - fried rice and Mongolian Beef and Broccoli! A simple Asian Rice Bowl recipe made in under 30 minutes!
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30m
two white bowls filled with beef and broccoli
Ground Beef and Broccoli Fried Rice
Beef and Broccoli Fried Rice gets you two take-out classics in one - fried rice and Mongolian Beef and Broccoli! A simple Asian Rice Bowl recipe made in under 30 minutes!
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30m
two white plates topped with chicken and veggies next to chopsticks on a table
Vietnamese Coconut Caramel Chicken
Vietnamese Coconut Caramel Chicken is a simple Asian-inspired one pan chicken dinner combining garlic, ginger, fish sauce, coconut sugar, and coconut cream into a sweet sticky glaze that coats the tender chicken chunks! Refined sugar-free & dairy-free. Serve with rice or cauliflower rice for a lower calorie version
a plate with rice, broccoli and meat covered in bbq sauce on it
Easy Baked Firecracker Chicken
Easy Baked Firecracker Chicken served with sweet & spicy firecracker sauce is a healthy spin on a Chinese restaurant favorite made healthy by baking the chicken breast instead of breading and frying!
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25m
a white plate topped with chicken, asparagus and lemon wedges next to a fork
Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken - Not Enough Cinnamon
An easy recipe for baked lemon pepper chicken that only needs 6 simple ingredients! No chopping, no slicing, and made with a simple healthy DIY lemon pepper seasoning that is free from artificial ingredients. A zesty and light low carb, paleo, gluten-free, and Whole30 approved chicken dinner your whole family will love!
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38m
lemon pepper chicken with green beans and asparagus on the side, in a white plate
Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken - Not Enough Cinnamon
An easy recipe for baked lemon pepper chicken that only needs 6 simple ingredients! No chopping, no slicing, and made with a simple healthy DIY lemon pepper seasoning that is free from artificial ingredients. A zesty and light low carb, paleo, gluten-free, and Whole30 approved chicken dinner your whole family will love!
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38m
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Persian Salmon in Parchment Paper with Pomegranate & Herbs - Paleo
Impress your guests with this stunning Persian Salmon in Parchment Paper topped with pomegranate arils, zingy herbs, and chopped nuts. A healthy low carb salmon dinner perfect for dinner parties! #lowcarb #persianrecipes #salmon #glutenfree #cleaneating
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easy baked lemon chicken with green beans and asparagus
Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken - Not Enough Cinnamon
An easy recipe for baked lemon pepper chicken that only needs 6 simple ingredients! No chopping, no slicing, and made with a simple healthy DIY lemon pepper seasoning that is free from artificial ingredients. A zesty and light low carb, paleo, gluten-free, and Whole30 approved chicken dinner your whole family will love!
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38m
two plates of pasta with mushrooms and parmesan cheese on them, ready to be eaten
Mushroom Carbonara Pasta
This mushroom carbonara is an incredibly delicious and easy vegetarian alternative to the classic carbonara for those of us who don't eat meat in general or pork in particular. Made with a whole egg, yolks, and lots of pecorino or parmesan!
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30m
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Vanilla Raspberry Chia Pudding - Not Enough Cinnamon
You are going to love this creamy Vanilla Raspberry Chia Pudding! Quickly blend all ingredients before you go to bed, let the pudding set overnight and wake up to a healthy, satisfying breakfast pudding that tastes like dessert!
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15m
a casserole dish with vegetables and cheese in it
Healthy Big Mac Burger Casserole Recipe - Not Enough Cinnamon
Whenever you’re craving a burger, this easy Whole30 Big Mac burger Casserole will do the trick! It has all the flavors we love about a burger. The ground beef, the pickles, the lettuce and tomato, and most importantly - the special sauce. An easy dinner for weeknights!
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1h 10m
this is a salad with strawberries and other vegetables
Healthy Strawberry Chicken Salad Recipe with Poppyseed Dressing
A healthy chicken salad recipe that has the perfect balance of savory grilled chicken breast, greens, fresh sweet strawberries, avocado, and crunchy candied almonds all tossed with a creamy Lemon Poppyseed Dressing.
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30m