Lighten your grocery bag this week with these delicious five-ingredient dinner recipes . These recipes are low in calories and high in fiber and/or protein—an important combination if you're trying to lose weight. Recipes like these
5-ingredient Taco Stuffed Peppers and Pan-Roasted Salmon with Bok Choy and Rice are satisfying, easy to make, and support healthy weight loss.
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Five-Ingredient Taco-Stuffed Peppers
Photography: Robby Lozano | Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf | Prop Styling: Josh Hoggle
These 5-ingredient stuffed peppers are a simple and satisfying addition to taco night. Sweet peppers are stuffed with lean ground beef, black beans, salsa, and melted cheese. Finish with sour cream, sliced avocado, or fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
Grilled salmon with bok choy and rice
Photography: Robby Lozano | Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf | Prop Styling: Josh Hoggle
This five-ingredient salmon dinner requires minimal prep and maximum flavor. Tender salmon is roasted with crisp bok choy, allowing the savory miso glaze to soak up the flavor while cooking. The rice complements the umami, making this the perfect no-fuss dinner.
Five-ingredient avocado and chickpea salad
Photography: Jake Sternquist | Food Stylist: Sammy Mila | Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This avocado and chickpea salad is fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes. It only requires five ingredients. Creamy avocado and hearty chickpeas pair perfectly for a satisfying, plant-based meal. With no cooking and minimal prep, it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Honey salmon with potatoes and spinach
Photography: Jake Sternquist | Food Stylist: Sammy Mila | Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This honey salmon is a quick and hearty weeknight dish (it only requires five ingredients, excluding oil, salt, and pepper). The salmon is seared to perfection and then seasoned with honey for a sweet and tangy finish. Tender roast potatoes and garlicky spinach round out the dish.
Garlic and thyme chicken with kidney beans and rice
Photography: Jake Sternquist | Food Stylist: Sammy Mila | Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This quick chicken dish is perfect for busy weeknights. With just five ingredients (excluding oil, salt, and pepper), it's packed with flavor without the hassle. Using pre-cooked kidney beans saves even more time.
High Protein Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
Photography: Jake Sternquist | Food Stylist: Sammy Mila | Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This ground beef and sweet potato skillet is a hearty, one-pan dinner made with just five ingredients. The sweet potatoes are cooked until tender, allowing them to absorb all the flavor from the beef and vegetables. Prep and cleanup are quick and easy, making this a quick and easy dish to make.
Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini
Photography: Jake Sternquist | Food Stylist: Sammy Mila | Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This flavorful chicken dish is perfect for busy nights. It only requires five ingredients (salt, pepper, and oil excluded). The rich acidity of the balsamic vinegar complements the sweetness of the roasted vegetables. If you have the time, marinating it longer makes it even more delicious.
Creamy Pesto Shrimp Gnocchi & Green Peas
Photography: Greg DuPree | Prop Stylist: Shell Royster | Food Stylist: Emily Hall
This quick dinner features shrimp, fluffy gnocchi, pesto, and green peas in a creamy sauce. Feel free to substitute broccoli or asparagus, and add chili flakes and grated cheese for extra flavor.
Roast Chicken & Sweet Potato
Photography: Morgan Hunt Glaze | Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser | Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
The healthy combination of chicken and sweet potatoes is a timeless favorite. This low-calorie sheet pan dish bakes quickly in a hot oven and is served with a mixed leaf, apple, and blue cheese salad.
Salsa and Bean Stuffed Potatoes
This dish is the perfect fusion of taco night and baked potato. Topped with salsa, beans, and avocado, it only takes 10 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. It's also delicious with sweet potatoes instead of potatoes.
Cauliflower gnocchi with spinach, artichoke and sausage
This quick dinner is rich, mildly spicy, and ready in no time thanks to convenient, healthy ingredients like turkey sausage and tender artichokes.
Easy brown rice pilaf with spring vegetables
This quick, three-ingredient dinner uses ingredients you'll likely have in your fridge or pantry. It's a healthy dish the whole family will love. Using pre-seasoned frozen vegetable mixes adds extra flavor (just watch the salt).
Pan-fried chickpeas and spring vegetables
Photography: Robby Lozano | Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf | Prop Styling: Josh Hoggle
This fresh, seasonal sheet pan dish features chickpeas and vegetables roasted on a single sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. Paired with a creamy, slightly tangy yogurt sauce, it's a light and satisfying dish.
Spicy Chicken & Cabbage Stir-fry
Photography: Robby Lozano | Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf | Prop Styling: Josh Hoggle
This quick and punchy stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken and crispy cabbage are tossed in a spicy chili-garlic sauce. It only requires five ingredients, making it a simple yet delicious recipe.
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