Are you ready to get your meal prep on? Having a healthy meal ready to enjoy can help you say no to unhealthy food choices. These healthy recipes from Mompreneur VA will simplify you life.

My Top 5 Meal Prep Products

1. Glass Containers - Glass helps keep produce better longer I typically use 1-2 paper towels in my glass containers to help absorb any extra moisture from the produce to help them last longer.
                              
2. Prep Containers- Prep containers are great for those who have to take their food on the go with them; this allows you to be prepared!
   
   
3. Produce Bags- Produce bags are perfect for the produce that you aren't going to cut up and store in glass!
   
   
   
4. Physical Meal Planner - I am a pen and paper person so having these physical resources to plan my meals and grocery shopping trips are perfect!
   
   
   Meal Planning Insert Bundle
   Health and Wellness Insert
   Meal and Grocery Insert
   
   
5. Meal Prep Scale - I personally don't use a meal prep scale as I am home and don't track macros but having this as a resource is one of the most requested things I have gotten recently so I wanted to share a low cost and medium cost option with you guys!
   
                  

Meal Prep Tips

• Don't be afraid to repeat
  When you’re creating your meal prep plan, remember that
  there’s no need to cook something different for breakfast, lunch,
  and dinner each day. Just choose two or three of your favorite
  recipes for each meal, and simply double or triple the recipe so
  you can have it multiple times throughout the week.
• Frozen can be just as good as fresh
  This is especially true when it comes to meal prep. Since frozen
  vegetables have already been cooked, all you have to do is heat
  them in the microwave with some cooked quinoa and your pre-
  made chicken breast, and you’ve got yourself a balanced meal.
  Frozen fruit is also a great addition to smoothies; no washing or
  cutting required.
• Look for shortcuts
  Make it easy on yourself if you’re willing to swap a few extra
  dollars to save a little extra prep time. Many grocery store chains
  offer pre-chopped veggies, zoodles, “pre-riced” cauliflower rice,
  peeled and diced fruit, pre-washed salad greens, and precooked
  proteins like fish, chicken, and tempeh.
  
• Batch cook staples
  Prep staples — like rice, oats, lentils, and yams — in bulk. You’ll
  return to them again and again, and they can take the longest
  to cook. You can make a pot of rice, use some now for a meal,
  refrigerate a portion, and freeze a portion to be used later.

Baked Oatmeal Cups With Berries and Bananas

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Serves: 12 (1 muffin = 1 serving)

Ingredients:
Nonstick cooking spray
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 large bananas, mashed
1 Tbsp. honey
2½ cups dry old-fashioned rolled oats
1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon
1½ tsp. baking powder
1½ cups unsweetened almond milk
2 cups fresh blueberries, (or raspberries)

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350° F. Prepare twelve muffin cups by coating with spray. Set aside.
Combine eggs, extract, bananas, and honey in a large bowl; mix well. Set aside. Combine oats, cinnamon, and baking powder in a medium bowl; mix well. Add oat mixture to egg mixture; mix well. Add almond milk; mix well.
Divide oat mixture evenly between prepared muffin cups. Top evenly with blueberries.
Bake 26 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Vanilla Peach Overnight Oats

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Serves: 1

Ingredients:
1⁄2 cup dry rolled oats
1 scoop Vanilla Whey Shakeology (or vanilla protein powder)
2⁄3 cup water
1⁄2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1 medium peach chopped

Instructions:
Combine oats and Shakeology in a medium bowl; mix well.
Add water and extract; mix well. Soak, covered, in the refrigerator
overnight.
In the morning, top with peach;
serve immediately. This delicious breakfast can also be
made in a one-pint Mason jar. You can double or triple the recipe to
prep breakfasts for a few days. Peach topping can be substituted for any
fruit.

Strawberry Overnight Oats

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Serves: 1

Ingredients:
1⁄2 cup dry rolled oats
1 pinch sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
1 scoop Strawberry Whey Shakeology (or strawberry protein powder)
1 Tbsp. chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk, divided use

Instructions:
Combine oats, salt, Shakeology, and chia seeds in a medium bowl; mix
well. Add 2⁄3 cup almond milk; mix well. Soak, covered, in the refrigerator
overnight.
In the morning, add remaining 1⁄3 cup of almond milk, if desired. Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Southwest Chicken and Black Bean Salad

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1⁄2 tsp. lemon pepper
4 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups black beans
3 cups sliced orange bell peppers
3 cups sliced red bell peppers
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 cups chopped tomatoes
3 cups sliced grilled chicken breast
1⁄2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions:
To make dressing, combine vinegar, lemon juice, and lemon pepper in a
medium bowl; whisk to blend. Slowly add oil while whisking; mix well.
Evenly divide dressing between 4 one-quart Mason jars. Set aside. Evenly layer beans, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, chicken, cheese, and cilantro on top of dressing in jars.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Shake before serving.

Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 27 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. extra-virgin organic coconut oil
1 lb. raw chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut
into 1-inch cubes
1 dash sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
1⁄4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1⁄4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1⁄4 cup water
3 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. finely chopped fresh ginger
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
2 cups cooked brown rice
1⁄4 cup sesame seeds

Instructions:
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or until no longer pink in the middle. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute. Remove from skillet. Keep warm. Set aside.
Add soy sauce, water, honey, and ginger to skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; gently boil for 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens. Add onion, bell peppers, and broccoli; cook covered, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add chicken mixture; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until chicken is coated with sauce and heated through.
Evenly divide rice between four meal prep containers. Evenly top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle evenly with sesame seeds.

Greek Zucchini Salad

Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
1⁄2 medium ripe avocado, cut into cubes
1⁄4 cup reduced-fat (2%) plain yogurt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped (or 2 Tbsp. red onion)
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1⁄2 cup sliced celery
1⁄2 cup thinly sliced red bell peppers
1⁄2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1⁄2 cup sliced cucumber
6 cups shredded raw spinach
1⁄2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1⁄4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1⁄4 cup pitted Kalamata olives
2 cups medium zucchini, spiralized (approx. 2 zucchini)

Instructions:
Place avocado, yogurt, garlic, shallot, lemon juice, and parsley in a
blender; cover. Blend until smooth. Evenly divide dressing between 4
one-quart Mason jars. Set aside.
Evenly layer celery, bell peppers, onion, cucumber, spinach, tomatoes,
cheese, olives, and zucchini on top of dressing in jars.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Shake before serving.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
1 cup low-sodium organic chicken broth
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 medium jalapeño peppers, seeded and deveined, chopped (optional)
2 Tbsp. chili powder
2 Tbsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. ground smoked paprika
1⁄2 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
2 bay leaves
1 lb. raw chicken breast, boneless, skinless
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas, warm
1 cup pico de gallo (or fresh tomato salsa)
1 medium ripe avocado, sliced
1 medium lime, cut into 4 wedges
1⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions:
Place chicken broth, garlic, jalapeños (if desired), chili powder, cumin, paprika,
salt, bay leaves, and chicken in a 3-quart slow cooker; mix well and cover.
Cook on high for 21⁄2 to 3 hours (or on low for 4 to 5 hours), or until chicken is
tender.
Transfer chicken to a cutting board and shred with 2 forks.
Evenly divide chicken between 8 tortillas. Top evenly with pico de gallo,
avocado, lime juice, and cilantro; serve immediately.
Make this chicken on the weekend and have It ready for meals during the week - in tacos, on top of salads, with roasted veggies, etc.

Zoodles with Ground Turkey and Marinara Sauce

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 2

Ingredients:
2 tsp. olive oil, divided use
2 cups spiralized zucchini
8 oz. ground turkey
Italian seasoning (to taste)
Sea salt (or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
1 cup marinara sauce

Instructions:
Heat 1 tsp. oil in a medium pan; add zucchini and cook for 2 minutes. Divide evenly between two meal-prep containers and set aside. Heat remaining 1 tsp. oil in a medium pan; add ground turkey and cook, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
Add Italian seasoning, salt (if desired), pepper (if desired), and marinara sauce; stir to combine.
Pour half turkey mixture over each serving of zoodles.
Tip: Be careful to avoid overcooking the zoodles if you meal prep. They’ll reheat
nicely if just barely cooked when you meal prep.

Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hour 17 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
Parchment paper
1 small spaghetti squash, (approx. 31⁄2 to 4 lbs.)
Nonstick cooking spray
4 cups all-natural marinara sauce
3 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh basil (optional)

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375° F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Set aside. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and membrane. Place spaghetti squash, cut side down, on baking sheet. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until tender.
Reduce oven temperature to 350° F. Scrape spaghetti squash flesh into stringy
noodles. Lightly coat 4-quart baking dish with spray. Evenly layer half spaghetti squash, half marinara sauce, and half ricotta cheese in baking dish. Repeat with second layer.
Evenly top with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 30 to 32 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. Garnish with basil (if desired).
Store leftover lasagna in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Snack Ideas for the Week

• Apple and 2 tsp. peanut butter
  Pre-portion peanut butter into 5 storage containers and enjoy with
  medium apple.
• Mexican fruit salad
  In a large bowl combine 2 cups chopped cucumber, 1 cup chopped jicama, 1 cup chopped pineapple, 1 cup chopped watermelon, 1 cup chopped mango, the juice of two limes, and chili powder to taste. Stir to combine. Divide evenly into five resealable plastic bags or food storage containers. Place in fridge. Serve with 2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut and 3⁄4 cup cottage cheese.
• Raspberry Greek yogurt snack box
  1 cup raspberries (or blueberries), 4 chocolate or plain Graham crackers (1 sheet), 1 Tbsp. cacao nibs mixed with 2 Tbsp. unsweetened coconut flakes.
• Chips & dip snack box
  1⁄2 cup baked corn tortilla chips , 1⁄4 cup guacamole, 1⁄4 cup pico de gallo, 3⁄4 cup bell pepper sticks, 1⁄2 cup pineapple cubes

Smoothie Bags

Freezer smoothie bags are perfect for busy school mornings or a quick afternoon snack. In labeled ziplock bags, combine the ingredients for each smoothie except the liquid. Keep bags in the freezer. To use a smoothie bag, add 1 cup liquid (such as water or unsweetened almond milk) to the blender followed by smoothie bag contents and any extras such as chia seeds or Shakeology superfoods. Blend until smooth.

• Mango, Strawberry, & Banana Smoothie: 1/2 cup mango, 1/2 cup strawberries, 1/2
  banana sliced, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup spinach
• Tropical Bliss Smoothie: 1/2 cup pineapple, 1/2 cup mango, 1/2 banana sliced, 1 cup kale
• Very Berry Smoothie: 1/3 cup blueberries, 1/3 cup strawberries, 1/3 cup pitted cherries, 1 cup spinach
• Sweet + Sour Berry Smoothie: 1 kiwi, peeled + halved, 1/2 cup strawberry, 1/2 cup
  peaches, 1 cup cauliflower