We made that principle our guiding light when creating this 1,500-calorie easy meal-prep plan for weight loss. Plus, leftovers are key to keeping this week of meals simple. Looking for a different calorie level? See this same plan at a lower calorie level:1,200-Calorie Meal Prep Plan. Any remaining beans can be frozen for up to 6 months. Day 2 Breakfast (318 calories) 1 servingApple-Cinnamon Overnight Oats Topped with 2 Tbsp....

Looking for a simple fish dinner? Skip the frozen fillets and try this easy recipe for baked, fresh fish fillets. With little prep involved, this is a great last-minute, easy dinner for the family. Randy Mayor Any firm white fish works well. The breading is not too overwhelming, but adds a delicious crunch. Serve it with leafy greens or thinly sliced oven-baked potatoes. Place fish in an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1(3 pound)spaghetti squash 12cupwater Directions Preheat oven to 350F. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scrape out and discard seeds and membranes. Photo: Colin Price Place halves, cut-side down, in a large baking dish; add water. Bake until tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove squash from oven. Turn cut-side up; let cool for 10 minutes. Scrape the inside of the squash with a fork to remove the spaghetti-like strands....

This creamy bean dip is great for a party or picnic. Process until well combined, about 20 seconds. For a spicier dip, add cayenne (or ground chipotle) to taste, up to 1/4 teaspoon. Add oil, cilantro (or scallions) and onion. Pulse until well mixed, about 20 seconds. Transfer to a bowl to serve. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

Chile-garlic sauce pumps up the heat, and fresh ginger adds a bright, warm bite. Flip and continue cooking until set completely, about 30 seconds more. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into bite-size strips. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the pan over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower rice, bell pepper, scallion whites and ginger. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is soft and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes....

Casseroles make perfect meal-prep dinners, and this enchilada version is no exception. Coat a 7- or 8-by-11-inch casserole dish with cooking spray. Spoon 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce into the bottom of the prepared dish. Katie Webster Arrange 1/3 of the tortilla wedges over the tomato sauce. Top with half of the can of beans, half of the chicken and half of the pepper mixture. Top with 1 cup sauce and 1/2 cup cheese....

This quick and easy recipe tops multigrain or whole-grain pasta with flavorful chicken, broccoli and diced vegetables. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper; cook and stir for 30 seconds. Add broccoli; cook and stir for 3 minutes more. Remove broccoli from skillet. Return broccoli to the skillet. Add undrained tomatoes and drained pasta....

Pan-searing chicken tenders locks in moisture while crisping up the outside. It’s a winning recipe for a busy or lazy night. Sprinkle with lemon zest, paprika, salt and pepper; toss to coat evenly. Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Transfer to a large plate. Do not wipe the pan clean. Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley...

This easy Southern-style corn pudding is a great way to use up fresh corn if you’ve got it! But to speed up the prep time, frozen corn kernels work just as well. This simple casserole is light and savory-sweet. Lightly coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish. Combine cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl....

Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 1 minute. Add spinach in batches, cooking and stirring occasionally until completely wilted, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, Parmesan and pepper. Photo: Jacob Fox Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

A week’s delicious dinners to keep your evenings easy and your blood sugar and energy levels stable. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! Cooking dinner is just one of the many tasks we do after work each day. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall There’s also laundry to fold, rooms to clean, and homework to help with. That’s why I rely on practical recipes that make getting nutritious meals on the table a breeze....

These healthy fish tacos can be made with cod or any other firm white fish. Dip an instant-read thermometer into the oil to confirm it’s up to temp before you get cooking. Combine kiwi, onion, cilantro, lime juice and jalapeno in a small bowl. Whisk 1/2 cup flour, baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and beer in a medium bowl. Cut fish into 8 pieces. Dust with the remaining 1/4 cup flour....

Mixed frozen vegetables make this fried rice recipe quick, easy and economical. Add eggs and cook, without stirring, until fully cooked on one side, about 30 seconds. Flip and cook until just cooked through, about 15 seconds. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Add vegetables and cook until just tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer the contents of the wok to a large plate. Return the vegetables and eggs to the wok; add soy sauce and stir until well combined....