50 Whole30 Dinners So Good, You'll Make Them Long After the Program Ends

Five ingredients and 20 minutes is all you need to make our baked chicken recipe.

If your ultimate comfort food tends to be Southern-fried, this clean-eating recipe will curb (and satisfy) those greasy cravings. This easy-to-follow Whole30 shrimp and cauliflower grits recipe comes together in 45 minutes and weighs in well under 300 calories per serving due to its sky-high protein content — one serving offers 29.8 grams.

Get your greens in with this easy one-pan meal of salmon with cabbage and kale.

Loaded with fiber and vitamins, this immunity-boosting cauliflower soup also supports healthy digestion — a win-win combination. It's also a great dish to serve to a group with a mix of dietary preferences, since it's gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan.

This recipe for brick chicken is sure to become a staple in your Whole30 diet. While the everyday seasonings are simple (garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs), the flavors combine into something completely its own.

This fresh and spicy tortilla-less soup is full of fresh produce and weighs in at fewer than 200 calories per satisfying serving. It's high in vitamin C and protein, so anyone who loves Mexican-inspired flavors will find a new favorite healthy dinner in this oh-so-easy recipe — perfect for entertaining!

Even if you've decided to cut back on dairy for your Whole30 plan, it's possible to warm up with a creamy bowl of hot soup that doesn't lay on the cream or calories too heavily. This light pumpkin-coconut bisque will curb your dairy cravings and keep you on track.

Colorful detox rainbow salad will add some brightness and flavor to a day of detox. The water content in romaine works to hydrate your body, while the high fiber content in the red cabbage and carrots aids in healthy digestion. All these veggies are readily available, so you can make this recipe a staple in your clean diet all year.

Satisfy your pasta cravings with carrot fettuccine. The "pasta" ribbons are made using a simple vegetable peeler and sautéed with mushrooms, red peppers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil for a Whole30-approved bowl of comfort.

This Whole30-friendly riff on classic pad thai has over 300 percent of your recommended vitamin C and vitamin A for the day, more than 50 percent of your calcium, and over 30 percent of your iron. Everything about this recipe — especially its tangy and creamy dressing — will make you want to dig in for seconds . . . or thirds.

Food journalist Mark Bittman's spicy sweet potato salad can serve as a special side or stand alone as a hearty dinner. High-fiber sweet potatoes can regulate blood sugar and help you lose weight, while a spicy, antioxidant-rich red pepper and jalapeño dressing ties everything together.

Thick and creamy butternut squash soup with curry and coconut milk is warming and subtly sweet. Light coconut milk contains 68 percent less fat than the regular stuff, significantly cutting the calories of this tasty soup! Just be sure to skip the yogurt garnish.

Fulfill your sugar cravings with this sweet and sour chicken stir fry! The recipe is super flavorful, has no added sugar, and tastes delicious with steamed cauliflower or spaghetti squash on the side.

These easy-to-make baked chermoula chicken thighs are crispy, juicy, and oh so good. Better yet, they taste just as yummy the next day! This scrumptious meal sounds like a no-brainer to us.

If you enjoy the taste of Indian spices, you'll love the coconut paleo chicken curry. Made with spices like curry, turmeric, cumin, and more, this dish is packed with flavor.

A quick and delicious recipe that's Whole30 approved? Sign us up! This teriyaki salmon recipe takes a total of 20 minutes to make and tastes great over cauliflower rice.

The anti-inflammatory turmeric chicken soup is loaded with flavor, Whole30 approved, and is great for battling colds. Seriously, it's packed with ingredients that'll boost your immune system! A win-win, if you ask us.

If potstickers are your guilty pleasure, than have a look at this mouth-watering Whole30 version. Yup, this potsticker stir fry recipe is the tasty filling of a potsticker, and it only takes 30 minutes to make!

A great weeknight dinner, the instant pot egg roll bowl takes a total of 15 minutes to make. The ingredients include ground turkey, spices, veggies, and some added vinegar. You'll be eating this meal in no time!

How delicious do these salsa chicken stuffed sweet potatoes look? The salsa chicken can be served on its own, but served inside the sweet potatoes topped with guac and extra salsa? You can't resist!

One of the keys to a diet like Whole30 is to meal prep. This sheet pan fajita meal prep recipe makes 4 to 6 servings, and trust us, you'll still want more.

We all know how hard comfort food is to resist, especially during Winter. Luckily, this flavorful Zuppa Toscana recipe (aka, Tuscan soup) tastes just as good as comfort food, while upholding Whole30's standards.

Pasta is the best, but it's not Whole30 approved. The next best thing? These enchilada beef sweet potato noodles. The "noodles" are packed with flavor — and paired with their enchilada-esque topping, they're super tasty.

This instant pot carnitas recipe makes up to 16 servings, so you better be hungry! Whether you make it as meal prep or for a crowd, you won't be bored of its delicious taste. Serve it over a bed of greens, add roasted sweet potatoes, or eat it as is. It's good no matter what it's paired with!

Loaded with protein and healthy fats, this avocado egg salad will fill you right up! As long as the ingredients you use are guaranteed Whole30 (double check your mayonnaise and mustard) this flavorful meal will become your new go-to.

Rich in flavor, high in fiber, and bean-free for Whole30 dieters, this healthy sweet potato chili may even become a staple of yours year-round!

If you're missing Chinese takeout, this sesame chicken may be your next best bet. Coated in a naturally sweetened sesame sauce, this crispy chicken recipe is mouthwatering.

With only six ingredients and a total cook time of 10 minutes, you can't go wrong with this teriyaki chicken recipe.

This chicken pesto spaghetti squash is so good, you'll make it again and again. The recipe is super easy to make, and when it's topped with pesto, you can't go wrong.

Whether you eat it for breakfast or for dinner, this Mexican shakshuka is something to drool over. Serve it over cauliflower rice for a perfect midweek meal.

Believe it or not, lasagna can still taste delicious without the cheese and pasta! This low-carb zucchini lasagna proves it. No added sugar, no dairy, and gluten-free, this lasagna still manages to pack a flavorful punch.

Missing buffalo chicken wings? If so, this soup may be your new holy grail. The crockpot buffalo chicken soup tastes just like buffalo chicken, but in soup form, of course. Place it in the slow cooker and check back in later! This soup's a breeze to make.

Rice is one of the easiest foods to pair with a meal, but it's not Whole30 approved. To make up for it, this Mexican cauliflower rice recipe will ease your tastebuds. Its mild tasting and easy to cook, and mixes well with almost any dish.

Tastebuds will love this shaved Brussels sprouts salad. Made with Brussels sprouts, diced apples, chopped almonds, and homemade honey mustard vinaigrette, you'll be munching on this meal in no time!

This top sirloin steak with zesty cauliflower rice recipe is melt-in-your-mouth good. Not to mention, it gives you a chance to practice your skills on the grill!

This cajun grilled cod is juicy, delicious, and naturally Whole30. The key is to cook it in a foil packet, add cajun for a smoky taste, and it's good to go!

Avocado-lovers will obsess over this guacamole salad with grilled chipotle chicken. Without any added sweeteners, this recipe's tomatoes and cilantro dressing are what give it a kick.

One word: yum. The grilled balsamic bruschetta chicken is bursting with flavor. Although it's best when tomatoes are in season, you can still make this scrumptious dish year-round.

With very little effort, this sausage kale sweet potato hash will have your tastebuds roaring with excitement. The only ingredients required are sausage, pepper, onion, potato, and kale. Add salt and pepper, heat it in a skillet, and it's ready to be served!

Sheet pan meals are the best because they're easy, and this sheet pan Greek chicken souvlaki with veggies is exactly that. Simply leave out the feta cheese so that it's Whole30-approved, and it's ready to be made!

If you've ever had a Banh mi sandwich, you know how good it is. Nothing beats a baguette filled with veggies. However, these Banh mi lettuce wraps may be a close second. Drizzled with sriracha mayo, you can't beat this delicious meal.

For a quick weeknight meal, give this creamy tomato basil chicken and spinach recipe a try. The key is the tomato cashew cream sauce. Serve it with cauliflower rice, and it's complete!

Test out a meatless dinner with the instant pot cauliflower tikka masala. Serve it over a veggie rice and you'll be surprised by how filling it is.

If you want a soup that reminds you of a Mexican fajita, give this Whole30-approved fajita steak soup a try.