6 Easy and Nourishing Meals to Jump-Start Your New Year
Coming out of all the hustle and bustle and indulgence of the holidays and getting back into our normal routines can sometimes leave us feeling uninspired with what to eat. Couple that with short, dark days, and you may find yourself slipping into unhealthy habits and ordering a lot of take out.
I’ve rounded up 6 super easy and nourishing meal ideas to make healthy eating at home a no brainer. Try these out and kick start your new year with the right fuel to keep you energized and thriving as we begin the ascent into spring.
Ahi Poke Avocado Bowls from The Movement Menu
These make an easy and tasty packed lunch. Bring the avocado whole with a knife and assemble them fresh. Or serve with brown rice for a more filling meal. Avocados are high in potassium, which most people don’t get enough of and plenty of healthy fats and fiber.
Vegan Potato Soup by Cookin’ Canuck
This is a great recipe to make on those nights you can’t bring yourself to go out and get groceries and then make dinner on top of that. You probably have most of these items around in your fridge and pantry. Don’t order pizza, make this easy and veggie-packed soup instead. You’ll thank yourself later.
One Pan Pork Loin with Brussel Sprouts and Apples by The Real Food Dietitians
The beauty of this tasty dinner is it can be prepped ahead of time so all you have to do is put it on a pan and cook. Lean pork is a great source of protein as well as B vitamins and selenium, which helps maintain thyroid function. This dish is also great for entertaining because it looks fancy with minimal effort.
Veggie Loaded Turkey Chili also by The Real Food Dietitians
“Everything you need in one bowl” and ready in under 30 minutes. This chili has plenty of protein, lots of veggies and 9g of fiber. It’s also recommended to top with avocado for some healthy fats. Chili is also a great freezer food to have on hand for those days when your motivation is low.
Fish Curry with Garden Vegetables by Nourishing Meals
No need to order a takeout curry. With halibut and turmeric, this is indeed a deeply nourishing meal. Halibut is a good source of vitamin B12, which helps maintain your energy levels, and essential Omega 3 fatty acids. Turmeric is a powerful antioxidant and may also improve symptoms of depression and arthritis.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Chickpea Tomato Sauce from The Kitchn
A fresh take on the baked potato. Serve with a simple green salad for an easy vegetarian meal. Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They are also high in vitamin A which is great for vision health and maintaining a healthy immune system.