30 Healthy Dinners That Take 30 Minutes or Less to Make

POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar
POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

After a long and draining day, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen making a meal. You're hungry, and you want your food now! Before you reach for the takeout menu (and possibly undo some hard work from diet and exercise), try one of these 30 recipes. Each takes 30 minutes or less to make, which is definitely quicker than waiting for delivery or takeout. And besides, these recipes are nutrient-packed, healthy, and wholesome. From a cauliflower-crust pizza to zoodles to roast chicken, you'll get all the benefits of health and speed, with very little effort.

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Blueberry, Quinoa, and Kale Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Leta Shy

Blueberry, Quinoa, and Kale Salad

Panko-Crusted White Fish
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Panko-Crusted White Fish

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Cauliflower-Crust Pizza
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Cauliflower-Crust Pizza

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Chirashi Sushi Bowl
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Chirashi Sushi Bowl

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Paleo Stuffed Peppers
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Paleo Stuffed Peppers

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Indian-Spiced Tofu and Chard Curry
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Indian-Spiced Tofu and Chard Curry

Lemon Tuna Salad
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Lemon Tuna Salad

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Cauliflower Fried "Rice"
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Cauliflower Fried "Rice"

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Hemp and Cabbage Detox Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Hemp and Cabbage Detox Salad

Vegan Bean Salad
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Vegan Bean Salad

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Healthy Chicken Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Healthy Chicken Salad

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Polenta and Beans
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Polenta and Beans

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Zucchini Noodles Aglio et Olio
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Zucchini Noodles Aglio et Olio

Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Grilled Chicken Salad With Sherry-Herb Vinaigrette
POPSUGAR Photography | Nancy Einhart

Grilled Chicken Salad With Sherry-Herb Vinaigrette

Paleo Carrot Pasta
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Paleo Carrot Pasta

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Eggless Kale Caesar Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Leta Shy

Eggless Kale Caesar Salad

Rainbow Quinoa Salad
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Rainbow Quinoa Salad

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Taco Salad
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Taco Salad

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Thai Peanut Soba Noodle Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Thai Peanut Soba Noodle Salad

Mexican Tempeh Quinoa Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Mexican Tempeh Quinoa Salad

Herb Chicken-Tofu Burgers
POPSUGAR Photography | Leta Shy

Herb Chicken-Tofu Burgers

Broccoli Slaw Pasta
POPSUGAR Photography | Leta Shy

Broccoli Slaw Pasta

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Penne Alla "Not-Ka"
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Penne Alla "Not-Ka"

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Low-Carb Tortilla-Less Soup
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Low-Carb Tortilla-Less Soup

Kale and Chicken Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Susannah Chen

Kale and Chicken Salad

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