When life gets busy, finding easy dinner ideas that are both delicious and easy to make can be a challenge. Especially as a newlywed couple with busy jobs.
Thankfully Pinterest is filled with easy healthy meal ideas that are the perfect solution for weeknights.
The below 10 healthy easy recipes are some of my favorites! Packed with fresh vegetables, lean proteins, and amazing flavors.
10 Healthy Easy Recipes for Busy Weeknights
1. Mediterranean Chicken Wrap
If you are looking for easy dinner ideas, then you can’t go wrong with a wrap. It’s a great way to enjoy fresh vegetables and lean protein without the hassle of cooking.
This wrap is filled with juicy grilled chicken, balsamic chicken, lemony vinaigrette, and roasted red peppers. It’s a healthy dinner recipe that’s light, satisfying, and full of Mediterranean flavors.
2. Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
Ever since I lived in Mexico, shrimp tacos have been my favorite. They are fairly quick to put together, making them a great choice for an easy weeknight dinner.
Succulent shrimp seasoned with a vibrant fresh mango salsa and a squeeze of lime for the perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
3. Honey Mustard Chicken Cobb Salad
In our household, you can never go wrong with a hearty salad. Especially on busy weeknights.
This simple salad is packed with grilled chicken tenders, hard-boiled eggs, crispy bacon, and a delicious honey mustard dressing. This salad is a great option to add to your list of favorite recipes.
4. Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This dish is a delicious recipe that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich and creamy tomato sauce.
Infused with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of spice, this easy dinner recipe is perfect for any night of the week.
5. Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos
This recipe is a real treat! It’s savory and bursting with flavor.
The rich garlic butter, the sweetness of the honey, and the smoky BB sauce come together perfectly on the seasoned ground beef.
Served in warm tortillas, this flavorful dish is the perfect solution for an easy but delicious dinner idea that your man will love.
6. Shrimp and Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa
You know I love shrimp, so I had to feature another tropical-inspired dish here.
This vibrant bowl combines a perfect harmony of sweet and savory by adding juicy mangoes, creamy avocado, and perfectly seasoned shrimp.
It’s a great make-ahead meal for busy couples who prefer a healthy lifestyle.
7. Lemon Pepper Wings
My husband loves wings. So I’ve made it my goal to find tasty recipes he can use. One of my favorites is lemon pepper wings.
They are zesty, flavorful, and can be paired with pretty much any side.
And the best part is you only need a few simple ingredients to accomplish these mouth-watering wings.
8. Baked Teriyaki Salmon
This simple recipe features tender salmon fillets glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s an easy healthy recipe that delivers, both, sweet and savory flavors in just 20 minutes.
The crispy salmon and sweet teriyaki sauce on some white rice make for a nutritious dinner on lazy evenings.
9. Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki
As a European through and through, I love making Mediterranean meals.
Especially those with healthy, fresh ingredients, such as this ground turkey with a cool and refreshing tzatziki sauce.
The juicy meatballs make for an easy dinner recipe that’s perfect for meal prep or a quick meal any night of the week.
10. Homestyle Pasta Bolognese
Last but certainly not least, we have a traditional and classic pasta Bolognese.
Made with ground beef, tomato sauce, and aromatic herbs, it’s a hearty, easy weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare.
And even though it’s nothing special it’s still one of my favorites.
I hope you enjoyed some of my favorite easy healthy recipes. They are simple yet delicious and take little time to prep and cook.
Because the last thing I want to do on a weeknight is spend hours in the kitchen.
Let me know which of these you will try out next in the comments below.