Clean Eating Recipes

Eating clean may sound like an “out there” buzz term, but the basic principles behind this movement are founded on sound nutrition. Once you get used to it, cooking and eating clean recipes is a snap, even during busy weeknights. To make life easier, plan your menu ahead of time and keep your pantry stocked with healthy “clean” foods. All of these “clean” dishes come together in less than an hour and all of them use simple ingredients most people have on hand or can be quickly picked up at the grocery store. For those strictly following a clean-eating diet, these Cooking Light recipes fit the bill. For those who are just interested in what “clean eating” is all about, see how easy (and delicious) it can be.

Clean Eating For Beginners

Clean Eating does NOT have to be complicated. Simple whole food recipes with everyday ingredients available at any grocery store, and no more than 1 hour of standing in the kitchen for the whole day.

Prep: 20min

Total: 60min

Yield: 1

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 1630 kcal, Carbohydrate 216 g, Protein 85 g, Fat 52 g, Saturated Fat 9 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 384 mg, Sodium 737 mg, Fiber 36 g, Sugar 56 g, unSaturated Fat 38 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 3/4 cup milk of choice
• 1/2 cup raspberries (or any other type of berries)
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 eggs
• 1 carrot
• 1 Lebanese cucumber
• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes
• 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
• 1/2 lemon
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 small sweet potato
• 10 asparagus
• 2 tsp avocado oil
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1/4 tsp chili powder
• sea salt
• pepper
• 1 cup coffee with splash of milk
• 2 clementines

Instruction:

1. Breakfast: Add oats and milk to a sealable container, place in fridge overnight, top with berries and maple syrup the next morning.
2. Lunch: Cook quinoa and eggs, add half of quinoa and one egg to sealable lunch container, top with julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, and tomatoes. Add lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt and pepper to a sealable jar and shake to combine. Add dressing on lunch bowl minutes before eating.
3. Dinner: Season chicken thighs with spices, sea salt, and pepper. Peel and thinly slice sweet potato. Preheat a large pan over medium heat, then brown chicken and sweet potato in a little oil for 5 minutes per side, then add a splash of water to the pan to deglaze it. Add the asparagus to the pan, cover it, and let everything steam on low for 20 minutes or until the sweet potato is tender.

65 Quick and Easy Healthy Dinner Ideas: Chicken Tostadas

These Chicken Tostadas are tasty, easy and kid approved. It is one of the best in this collection of 65 Quick Healthy Dinner Ideas. If you need easy, quick healthy meals for dinner tonight that are comforting and delicious, you have come to the right place.

Prep: 20min

Total: 20min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 tostada

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 tostada, calories 391 kcal, Sugar 3 g, Sodium 451 mg, Fat 21 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 19 g, Cholesterol 48 mg

Ingredients:

• 8 corn tortillas or tostada shells
• 3 medium tomatoes (diced)
• 4 medium avocados (diced)
• 3 tbsp red onion (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup cilantro (finely chopped)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• Juice of 1 lime
• 15 oz can low sodium black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 3 cups shredded chicken (like rotisserie or chicken breast)
• 1/2 cup feta or Cotija cheese (crumbled)
• Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Instruction:

1. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat and place tortillas in a single layer. Spray both sides of the tortillas with cooking spray and a sprinkle of salt. Bake at 400 degrees F for 6 minutes per side.
2. Mix tomato, avocado, red onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt and lime juice.
3. Top each shell with guacamole salsa, beans, chicken and cheese.

Healthy Dinner Recipe: Hamburger Helper

This is the best Homemade Hamburger Helper recipe. The perfect easy healthy dinner!

Prep: 5min

Total: 30min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 2 cups pasta & beef

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 2 cups pasta & beef, calories 507 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 21 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 103 mg, Sodium 459 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, unSaturated Fat 9 g

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Ground Beef
• 1/2 onion (chopped finely)
• 3 cups rotini pasta (sub penne or medium shells (10 oz))
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instruction:

1. Heat a pan over medium high heat. Spray the pan with cooking spray.
2. Brown ground beef and onion in the pan until cooked through- about 10 minutes.
3. Add in the seasonings, Worcestershire sauce, pasta, broth, tomato paste and water. Stir, cover and bring to a boil.
4. Once boiling, remove cover and reduce to a simmer, stirring occasionally for 12-14 minutes or until pasta is done and liquid is reduced by 3/4.
5. Move the pan off the heat and add in shredded cheese.
6. Stir until combined, taste for salt and pepper and add more as desired.

Clean Eating For Beginners | Never “diet” again

FAQ

What foods do you eat on clean eating?

• Fresh fruit. Apples, bananas, blueberries, grapes, oranges, strawberries, 100% fruit juice.
• Vegetables. …
• Lean meats/protein. …
• Grain (cereal) foods. …
• Dairy products.

Can you eat eggs on a clean diet?

How do I start eating clean?

1. Avoid processed and refined foods. …
2. Limit sugar. …
3. Load up on veggies. …
4. Eats fresh fruits, in moderation. …
5. Eat healthy fats. …
6. Eat lean protein. …
7. Say “no” to the salt shaker. …
8. Keep an eye on portion size.

Can you eat bread on clean eating?