🀩 5x5x5: Fresh Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Recipes


Hi Reader,

Last week I saw a social media post that said, "Start a new year on a Thursday? Get real." I've never related to anything more. πŸ˜†

That said, the kids are back in school, the holiday decorations have been packed away, and I've stocked my fridge with fresh food β€” it's time to move on!

Today I'm sharing 15 recipes to help you do just that. I'm calling it 5x5x5: five breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes to set you up for a work week's worth of wholesome eats.

From make-ahead breakfasts, to lunches you'll be delighted to eat, plus veggie (and flavor) packed dinners, these recipes will leave you asking, Christmas cookies who?

Let's do this! πŸ’ͺ🏼

Healthy Breakfasts

  1. ​High Protein Overnight Oats​
  2. ​Baked Oatmeal Cups​
  3. ​Mini Egg Bites​
  4. ​Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars​
  5. ​Mini Ham & Cheese Quinoa Cups​

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Protein-Packed Lunches

  1. ​Jennifer Aniston Salad​
  2. ​Big Mac Salad​
  3. ​Chickpea "Chicken" Salad​
  4. ​Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing​
  5. ​Italian Quinoa Salad​

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Nourishing Dinners

  1. ​Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls​
  2. ​Crock Pot White Chicken Chili​
  3. ​Chicken Shawarma Bowls​
  4. ​Hamburger Soup​
  5. ​Cauliflower Fried Rice​

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