15 Best Whole 30 Meals for Busy Weeknights

Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

These juicy, flavorful lemon herb chicken thighs are perfect for a Whole 30 compliant meal that’s both quick and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
4. Arrange the thighs on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.

Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce

This spaghetti squash with meat sauce is a fantastic, healthy alternative to traditional pasta.

Ingredients:

• 1 spaghetti squash
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the squash in half, remove seeds, and bake for 40 minutes.
2. In a pan, sauté onion and garlic until translucent. Add beef and cook until browned.
3. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Use a fork to shred the cooked squash and top with the meat sauce.

Cauliflower Fried Rice

A delightful low-carb version of your favorite takeout, this cauliflower fried rice is quick and nutritious.

Ingredients:

• 1 head of cauliflower, grated
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, sliced

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan, add cauliflower, and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
2. Push cauliflower to the side, scramble eggs in the pan, then mix with the cauliflower.
3. Add vegetables and coconut aminos, and stir-fry for another 5 minutes.
4. Garnish with green onions and serve.

Zucchini Noodles with Pesto

A refreshing and light meal, zucchini noodles with pesto are perfect for a quick dinner.

Ingredients:

• 3 zucchinis, spiralized
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Toss zucchini noodles with the pesto sauce until well coated.
3. Serve immediately, garnished with extra pine nuts.

Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

This one-pan meal of salmon and asparagus is not only Whole 30 friendly but also a breeze to clean up.

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange salmon and asparagus on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Add lemon slices on top and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and asparagus is tender.

Sweet Potato and Sausage Skillet

A hearty one-skillet meal, this sweet potato and sausage dish is perfect for a busy weeknight.

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, diced
• 1 pound sausage (Whole 30 compliant)
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes and cook until soft.
2. Push sweet potatoes to one side and cook sausage until browned.
3. Add bell pepper, onion, salt, and pepper; cook until vegetables are tender.
4. Stir everything together before serving.

Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli

Packed with flavor and nutrition, this chicken stir-fry with broccoli is a quick and easy dinner choice.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan, add garlic and chicken. Stir-fry until chicken is cooked.
2. Add broccoli and bell pepper, cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Stir in coconut aminos, cook for 2 more minutes until vegetables are tender.

Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp

This Thai coconut curry shrimp is a flavorful, exotic dish that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Cooking method:

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan, add curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
2. Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, and bring to a simmer.
3. Add shrimp and bell pepper, cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Beef and Broccoli

A classic takeout favorite, this beef and broccoli dish is both Whole 30 compliant and incredibly tasty.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound flank steak, sliced
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, and arrowroot powder.
2. Heat oil in a pan, add beef and cook until browned.
3. Add broccoli and sauce, cook until broccoli is tender and sauce thickens.

Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Light and refreshing, these turkey lettuce wraps are an ideal choice for a swift and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 head butter lettuce
• 1 cup mushrooms, diced
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan, add ginger and turkey, cook until turkey is browned.
2. Add mushrooms and coconut aminos, cook until mushrooms are tender.
3. Serve turkey mixture in lettuce leaves.