For busy weeks, meal prepping is an easy way to maintain a healthy eating pattern.

These make-ahead recipes are effortless since they only take 20 minutes or less of active time to prep.

Here, the richness of tahini tempers the spicy chile paste in this cup-of-noodles-style mason jar soup recipe.

Southwest Black-Bean Pasta Salad Bowls

If desired, reheat the oatmeal before adding the toppings.

Topped with high-protein edamame and shrimp, this satisfying lunch will help you power through the afternoon.

These overnight oats “cook” while you sleep.

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If you’re able to’t find a hearty mix, go with broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts.

Pumpkin Overnight Oats

Make these easy vegan overnight oats with whatever nondairy milk you have on hand.

Blueberry Almond Chia Pudding

Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe.

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Couscous & Chickpea Salad

Cooked couscous and canned chickpeas come together in this quick lunch salad.

The basil vinaigrette makes it taste anything but basic!

When in season, we recommend adding fresh chopped tomatoes for a spin on tabbouleh.

Spicy Slaw Bowls with Shrimp & Edamame

Quinoa & Chia Oatmeal Mix

Make your own hot cereal mix with this healthy recipe.

One serving of the warm cereal contains six grams of fiberalmost a quarter of your daily quota.

To keep the ingredients from getting soggy, dress this salad and top it with peanuts just before serving.

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For a delicious vegan option, swap in roasted tofu for the chicken breast (see Associated Recipes).

Leftover chicken, tofu or canned beans can be swapped in for the shrimp.

Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding

Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe.

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veggie grain bowl in a glass to-go container

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Maple-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Wedges and Brussels Sprouts

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