10-Minute Delicious and Healthy Dinner Recipes For Tired Nights

Most of us have days wherein we feel exhausted and we lack creative inspiration for dinner. For me, I don’t want to use that as an excuse to eat anything (especially non-healthy options). So, what I do is I create dinners for this type of situation. I have a special 10-minute healthy dinner that I like to do on a rotation and it avoids adding stress to our already busy weeks.

I also make sure that I purchase my ingredients over the weekend and portion them out on a Sunday night. I find that it cuts a lot of time from my meal preparation throughout the week.

Kale & Mushroom Cauliflower Rice

This is very easy to make and it has liver-detoxifying enzymes. Not only that, but it’s brilliant for good skin, balanced hormones, and energy.

10-Minute Delicious and Healthy Dinner Recipes For Tired Nights

Ingredients:

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ leek, chopped finely
  • ½ head cauliflower, pulsed into cauliflower rice (you can use store-bought cauliflower rice instead)
  • 250 grams (about 1 cup) button mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ bunch kale, chopped
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • chili flakes (optional)
  • fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish

Directions:

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium-size frying pan and heat over medium heat. Add the chopped leek and sauté until they turn translucent and golden.
  2. Add cauliflower rice and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes or until it starts to brown. Next, add the mushrooms and kale to the pan. Continue to sauté for another 4 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through. Season with salt, curry powder, the remaining olive oil, and chili flakes, if using.
  3. Plate up and garnish with fresh herbs, to serve.

Lentil Curry

This dish is a great protein and fiber packed option for lunch or dinner. If you’re after a curry in a hurry, you should definitely try this one.

10-Minute Delicious and Healthy Dinner Recipes For Tired Nights

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ medium eggplant, cut into cubes
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons tamari sauce
  • 1 x 400g-tin (about 14 ounces) organic lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 to 2 cups baby spinach
  • a handful of fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium-size frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced red onion and season with sea salt, pepper, and curry powder. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes, eggplant, and a drizzle of tamari sauce. Sauté the vegetables until they start to soften.
  4. Add the lentils, baby spinach, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir until heated through and combined.
  5. Divide into two bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Asian Cucumber Salad

This is super simple and you can do it on your weekday lunch and a healthy dinner.

10-Minute Delicious and Healthy Dinner Recipes For Tired Nights

Ingredients:

  • 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp. rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. lower-sodium tamari or soy sauce
  • ½ tsp. ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp. sea salt
  • 1 large English cucumber, shaved or sliced thin
  • ½ cup shaved red onion
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • ½ cup thinly sliced radish (optional)
  • 1 Tbsp. white or black sesame seeds
  • 3 Tbsp. thinly sliced green onion
  • ½ cup sesame sticks
  • Cherry tomatoes (optional)

Directions:

  1. Combine oil, vinegar, honey, tamari, ginger, and salt in a large bowl; stir with a whisk. Add remaining ingredients; toss to combine.
  2. If you’re making ahead of time, do not add sesame sticks until ready to serve.

I find that these healthy dinner options are perfect for tired nights. If you want to add your personal touch in these recipes, feel free to do so!

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