Tired of eating chicken and veggies for dinner? No problem! There are plenty of healthy recipes that will delight your taste buds without adding inches to your waist. Just because you’re on a diet, doesn’t mean you have to give up flavor or spend hours preparing your meal. Here are three easy, healthy dinner ideas for foodies:
Tuna Wraps
This delicious meal is packed with fiber and protein, so it helps prevent late night cravings. Here is what you need:
1 Can of tuna
1 Tablespoon fat free mayonnaise
1 Pickle, sliced
1 Small onion, sliced
1/2 Cup of peppers
1 Whole wheat tortilla
Salt and pepper
In a small bowl, mix tuna with mayo, pickles, and onion. Spread the mixture over a whole wheat tortilla wrap and then add peppers, tomatoes, or other veggies. Roll up and enjoy!
Balsamic Chicken
Loaded with protein, chicken is the perfect choice for dinner. It has zero carbs and fills you up quickly. All you need are a few basic ingredients:
3 pounds chicken breast
1 tablespoon red chili sauce
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon ginger powder
1 tablespoon honey
In a small bowl, combine red chili sauce, balsamic vinegar, ginger, and honey. Preheat the oven to 405 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the chicken and balsamic sauce in a Ziploc bag and leave it for at least 20 minutes to marinate. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and cook for 15-20 minutes.
Oven Baked Salmon
Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3s and protein. It’s filling and full of flavor, offering a lot of nutrition per serving. For this recipe, you need:
12-ounce salmon fillet
Salsa
Sea salt
Pepper
Cut the salmon fillet into four pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Place it in a non-stick pan and bake for about 15 minutes. Serve with salsa or other dressing, and salad or baked squash. Enjoy!
