Weekly Menu Plan #4

Planning your meals for the week can seem like a daunting task, but it’s an effective way to improve your health, save time and money while promoting a balanced diet. By preparing healthy and delicious meals in advance, you avoid last-minute headaches and ensure that you are eating nutritious foods throughout the week. Here are creative ideas for balanced meals Monday through Sunday, from breakfast to lunch to supper.

Monday

Breakfast – Vegetable Omelet
Ingredients: eggs, spinach, peppers, mushrooms, cheese, salt and pepper.
Whip up a protein-rich, veggie-rich omelette to start the week off right.

Lunch – Chicken curry and basmati rice
Ingredients: chicken fillet, curry paste, coconut milk, seasonal vegetables, basmati rice.
A tasty and comforting meal, perfect for unwinding after a long day.

Dinner – Quinoa, cucumber and tomato salad
Ingredients: quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, lemon juice.
A fresh and nutritious salad that comes together quickly for a light evening.

Tuesday

Breakfast – Fruit and Seed Smoothie
Ingredients: banana, mixed berries, almond milk, chia seeds, honey.
A delicious and healthy smoothie to fuel up before a busy day.

Lunch – Grilled Fish with Avocado Salsa
Ingredients: white fish fillet, avocado, tomatoes, coriander, lime juice.
A light and savory dish that will bring out the fresh flavors of the avocado salsa.

Dinner – Soba Noodles with Stir-Fried Vegetables
Ingredients: soba noodles, carrots, peppers, broccoli, soy sauce.
A quick and delicious vegetarian option for a balanced dinner.

Wednesday

Breakfast – Falafel Wrap
Ingredients: falafel, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, tahini sauce.
A gourmet vegetarian wrap that adds a touch of flavor to breakfast.

Lunch – Roast Beef with Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients: roast beef, potatoes, carrots, zucchini, olive oil.
A hearty and comforting meal that will please the whole family.

Dinner – Red Lentil and Coconut Milk Soup
Ingredients: coral lentils, coconut milk, carrots, spinach, curry.
A nutritious and exotic soup to warm up at the end of the day.

Thursday

Breakfast – Chicken and Avocado Sandwich
Ingredients: wholemeal bread, roast chicken, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes.
A healthy and delicious sandwich, perfect for a quick lunch break.

Lunch – Homemade Vegetable Pizza
Ingredients: pizza dough, tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, peppers, onions.
A homemade pizza for a convivial family meal.

Dinner – Shrimp and grilled vegetable skewers
Ingredients: prawns, peppers, zucchini, lemon marinade.
A light and tasty meal, ideal for summer evenings.

Friday

Breakfast – Fruit Pancakes
Ingredients: pancakes, seasonal fruits, yogurt, maple syrup.
A delicious way to start the weekend with a sweet touch.

Lunch – Stir-fried noodles with vegetables and tofu
Ingredients: noodles, tofu, broccoli, peppers, soy sauce.
A delicious and balanced Asian dish, ready in minutes.

Dinner – Salmon en papillote with Mediterranean vegetables
Ingredients: salmon fillet, zucchini, tomatoes, olives, Provencal herbs.
A healthy and tasty meal that cooks gently in its aluminum foil.

Saturday

Breakfast – Blueberry Pancakes
Ingredients: flour, milk, eggs, yeast, blueberries.
A gourmet breakfast to start the weekend off right.

Lunch – Veggie Burger with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients: vegetable patty, burger bun, avocado, tomatoes, sweet potatoes.
A delicious and satisfying vegetarian meal for a relaxing evening.

Dinner – Teriyaki Chicken with Brown Rice
Ingredients: chicken fillet, teriyaki sauce, sesame seeds, brown rice.
A classic Asian dish to end the week in style.

Sunday

Breakfast – Eggs Benedict
Ingredients: poached eggs, English muffin, spinach, Hollandaise sauce.
A gourmet brunch to savor the weekend gently.

Lunch – Vegetable Lasagna
Ingredients: lasagna noodles, zucchini, spinach, tomato sauce, béchamel.
A comforting and vegetarian meal for a soothing end to Sunday.

Dinner – Chicken tacos with homemade salsa
Ingredients: tortillas, grilled chicken, salsa (tomatoes, onions, coriander, pepper), guacamole.
A friendly and delicious meal to end the week in style

Here are two delicious desserts for the week:

  1. A Fruit pie
  2. A Chocolate fondant

And don’t forget to grab your printable to write menus.

Feel free to adjust these meal ideas based on your dietary preferences and the ingredients available in your kitchen. By planning your meals in advance, you can enjoy a varied, balanced and delicious diet throughout the week. Enjoy your food !

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Denise K