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Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make dinner planning and grocery shopping as easy as can be. Nutritional needs differ from one individual to another, and we invite you to use these dinner plans as inspiration and adjust them as you see fit.Sign upto get a dinner plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday!I have a sweet tooth. I’ll bake off a few balls of cookie dough from the freezer after dinner or grab a square of dark chocolate (or somechocolate-covered almonds) for a midday snack. But that’s added sugar I’m knowingly consuming, and I can consider how it fits into the rest of my day. There are so many foods that haveadded sugarsthat you may not expect, from condiments and salad dressings to bacon, yogurts and coffee creamers. And while there’s room for all foods in a healthy eating pattern, it’s important tobe mindful of your added sugar intake. Over time, consuming too much could contribute to health problems, such as obesity, diabetes and higher risk of heart disease. (Note that naturally occuring sugars, such as those in fruit and dairy, are not associated with the same health risks.) This week is full of dinners without any sneaky sources of added sugars—plus they’re all ready in 30 minutes or less.Your Weekly PlanSunday:Balsamic Chicken with Pasta and Zucchini NoodlesMonday:Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro DressingTuesday:Fish Taco Bowls with Green Cabbage SlawWednesday:25-Minute Sweet Potato and Bean EnchiladasThursday:Sheet-Pan Salmon with Crispy QuinoaFriday:Chicken Caesar Pasta SaladGet the Shopping List
Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make dinner planning and grocery shopping as easy as can be. Nutritional needs differ from one individual to another, and we invite you to use these dinner plans as inspiration and adjust them as you see fit.Sign upto get a dinner plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday!
I have a sweet tooth. I’ll bake off a few balls of cookie dough from the freezer after dinner or grab a square of dark chocolate (or somechocolate-covered almonds) for a midday snack. But that’s added sugar I’m knowingly consuming, and I can consider how it fits into the rest of my day. There are so many foods that haveadded sugarsthat you may not expect, from condiments and salad dressings to bacon, yogurts and coffee creamers. And while there’s room for all foods in a healthy eating pattern, it’s important tobe mindful of your added sugar intake. Over time, consuming too much could contribute to health problems, such as obesity, diabetes and higher risk of heart disease. (Note that naturally occuring sugars, such as those in fruit and dairy, are not associated with the same health risks.) This week is full of dinners without any sneaky sources of added sugars—plus they’re all ready in 30 minutes or less.
Your Weekly Plan
Sunday:Balsamic Chicken with Pasta and Zucchini NoodlesMonday:Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro DressingTuesday:Fish Taco Bowls with Green Cabbage SlawWednesday:25-Minute Sweet Potato and Bean EnchiladasThursday:Sheet-Pan Salmon with Crispy QuinoaFriday:Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
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Sunday: Balsamic Chicken with Pasta and Zucchini Noodles
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02of 06Monday: Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro DressingBrie PassanoWith a mix ofchickpeasandquinoa, this vegetarian salad is packed with protein and fiber to help you feel full and satisfied. Hearty kale makes up the base of the salad, while carrots, bell pepper and pepitas add a variety of crunchy textures. The simple cilantro dressing ties it all together with its fresh flavor. Be sure to use a mayonnaise that has no added sugar (check the Nutrition Facts panel if you’re unsure).Get the Recipe
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Monday: Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing
Brie Passano
With a mix ofchickpeasandquinoa, this vegetarian salad is packed with protein and fiber to help you feel full and satisfied. Hearty kale makes up the base of the salad, while carrots, bell pepper and pepitas add a variety of crunchy textures. The simple cilantro dressing ties it all together with its fresh flavor. Be sure to use a mayonnaise that has no added sugar (check the Nutrition Facts panel if you’re unsure).
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Tuesday: Fish Taco Bowls with Green Cabbage Slaw
04of 06Wednesday: Sweet Potato & Bean EnchiladasAntonis AchilleosThese enchiladas have a secret: instead of tortillas, they’re made with egg wraps, which are lower in carbs and don’t contain added sugar like some tortillas can. The wraps are filled with a seasoned mixture of pinto beans,sweet potatoesand enchilada sauce (check the ingredient list to find one without added sugars). A topping of crumbled queso fresco, pepitas and cilantro makes them as eye-catching as they are delicious. Serve them withTomato, Watermelon & Avocado Saladfor a refreshing side with a touch of natural sweetness.Get the Recipe
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Wednesday: Sweet Potato & Bean Enchiladas
Antonis Achilleos
These enchiladas have a secret: instead of tortillas, they’re made with egg wraps, which are lower in carbs and don’t contain added sugar like some tortillas can. The wraps are filled with a seasoned mixture of pinto beans,sweet potatoesand enchilada sauce (check the ingredient list to find one without added sugars). A topping of crumbled queso fresco, pepitas and cilantro makes them as eye-catching as they are delicious. Serve them withTomato, Watermelon & Avocado Saladfor a refreshing side with a touch of natural sweetness.
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Thursday: Salmon with Crispy Quinoa
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
06of 06Friday: Chicken Caesar Pasta SaladThis salad starts with the components and flavors of Caesar salad that we all know and love and adds in whole-wheat penne, so you get the best of a green salad and a pasta salad in one. Lots of shredded chicken ensures that it’s substantial and filling. Be sure to use a Dijon mustard with no added sugars when making the dressing. I’ll serve some sliced strawberries on the side for a naturally sweet treat.Get the Recipe
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Friday: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
This salad starts with the components and flavors of Caesar salad that we all know and love and adds in whole-wheat penne, so you get the best of a green salad and a pasta salad in one. Lots of shredded chicken ensures that it’s substantial and filling. Be sure to use a Dijon mustard with no added sugars when making the dressing. I’ll serve some sliced strawberries on the side for a naturally sweet treat.
I wish you all a great week, and I hope you enjoy this dinner plan. If you try a recipe, remember to add a review.
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