12 Easy Weight Loss Dinners You Can Make in 20 Minutes

 

12 Easy Weight Loss Dinners You Can Make in 20 Minutes 

Get ready to enjoy a tasty dinner that comes together in just 20 minutes or less of active time! These easy dishes are perfect for busy weeknights since they come together quickly. They are also low in calories and high in protein and/or fiber to help support weight loss by keeping you full and satisfied for longer. You’ll love options like our Grilled Chicken with Farro & Roasted Cauliflower or Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce for a speedy yet nourishing meal. 

Grilled Chicken with Farro & Roasted Cauliflower 

You can find farro in most grocery stores, near the rice. If you can't find farro, you can use wheat berries or brown rice instead; cook according to package directions.

Salmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

An easy-to-make slaw served on the side of these salmon tacos makes for a filling and fast weeknight dinner. If you prefer more heat in these fish tacos, simply add a pinch or two of chipotle chile powder or cayenne with the chili powder. 

Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce 

To achieve flavor quickly in this sun-dried tomato pasta recipe, we use the oil from sun-dried tomatoes to create the base of the cream sauce. Meanwhile, the residual heat of the pasta wilts the spinach in record time for a fast weeknight dinner. 

Pistachio-Crusted Halibut 

A layer of pistachios combined with panko breadcrumbs on top of the halibut fillets provides a delicious crunch and a pop of vitamin B6, a nutrient important for blood sugar regulation. We like the firm texture and mild flavor of halibut, but cod, haddock or tilapia can be used in its place. 

Sloppy Joe-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes 

Take sloppy Joes to a new level with tender sweet potatoes standing in for the bun. Sweet potatoes pair perfectly with the tangy, flavorful filling of ground beef, black beans and spices. Chopped dill pickle sprinkled on top adds crunch to this quick weeknight dinner the whole family will love. 

High-Protein Greek Salad Omelet Wrap

Would you rather have a salad or a wrap for dinner? Wait, why not both! This protein-packed meal features Greek salad tucked into an egg-white wrap. It also makes for a delicious breakfast. 

15-Minute Salmon & Creamy Orzo with Spinach & Mushrooms

In this quick salmon dinner, salmon fillets are paired with creamy orzo, wilted spinach and earthy mushrooms. Cooking the salmon at a high temperature helps speed up the cooking in this healthy dinner recipe. Look for pre-sliced mushrooms to speed it up even more. 

Green Goddess Salad with Chickpeas 

In this cucumber, tomato, Swiss cheese and chickpea salad recipe, a healthy green goddess dressing is made from avocado, buttermilk and herbs. The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.

Creamy Lemon & Dill Skillet Chicken 

This creamy lemon and dill skillet chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser and makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. Chicken cutlets cook quickly, taking this recipe from skillet to table in only 20 minutes. The drippings and fond from the pan are at the heart of the tangy, vibrant pan sauce that you serve with the chicken. 

Spinach, Lima Bean & Crispy Pancetta Pasta 

We opt for fresh spinach pasta here--it cooks quickly and adds a pop of color. Cooking lima beans in pancetta drippings infuses them with flavor. 

BBQ Chicken Bowls

 These BBQ chicken bowls are perfect for weeknight dinners. They come together in just 25 minutes and are chock-full of the classic barbecue flavors you love, including saucy beans, coleslaw and potatoes.

Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta 

If you've ever wanted to make a meal out of warm spinach and artichoke dip, this creamy pasta is for you. And here's what's almost as good as the flavor of this comforting dish: the fact that this healthy dinner takes just 20 minutes to prepare.