When you want a healthy dinner on the table fast, these recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. The ingredients and methods listed below will help you whip up a delicious, nutritious dinner with minimal effort.

Grilled Fish with Cilantro-Lime Tomato Salsa

  • Ingredients: Fish filets of your choice, 2-3 tomatoes, 1 lime, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoons olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Method: Start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. Meanwhile, prepare the salsa by dicing the tomatoes and adding them to a small bowl. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the tomatoes, finely mince the garlic and cilantro, and add them to the bowl. Drizzle the olive oil over the salsa and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the fish filets on the preheated grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes. Flip the fish carefully and cook on the opposite side for an additional 4-5 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Serve the fish with the salsa and a side of your favorite veggies.

Veggie Stir-Fry with Sesame Ginger Sauce

  • Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, 2 cloves garlic, 1 large bell pepper, 2 medium carrots, 1/2 cup green beans, 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, 3/4 cup cooked quinoa, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons tahini, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon chili sauce, 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds.
  • Method: Start by heating the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Mince the ginger and garlic and add them to the hot oil. Add the bell pepper, carrots, and green beans to the pan and sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until tender. Add the mushrooms and cooked quinoa to the pan and sauté for an additional 5 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by combining the soy sauce, tahini, honey, and chili sauce in a small bowl. Add the sauce to the vegetables and quinoa and stir until everything is thoroughly combined. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and serve.

Coconut Curry Noodle Bowl

  • Ingredients: 5 ounces rice noodles, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, 1 jalapeño pepper, 1 red pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon curry powder, 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk, 2 cups chopped spinach, Juice of 1 lime, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Method: Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a boil and cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mince the onion, jalapeño, garlic, and red pepper and add them to the heated oil. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the curry powder, coconut milk, and spinach to the pan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 10 minutes. When the noodles have finished cooking, add them to the skillet and stir in the lime juice, cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve the curry noodle bowl warm.

With these quick and easy recipes, a nutritious dinner is just minutes away! The ingredients in these recipes are versatile and can be easily swapped out and substituted depending on your dietary preferences.