At the end of a busy day, there’s nothing better than sitting down to a tasty dinner at home. That’s especially true when you’re clean eating. Enjoy these clean eating dinner ideas.
It’s a real treat to sit down to a meal when you know it’s going to taste good and be good for you. Luckily, it’s incredibly easy for you to eat clean dinners when you have the right recipes on hand.
This list is my love letter to the ‘clean’ dinner. Rich, delicious, and packed to the gills with nutrients, these recipes are all-natural and undeniably good for you.
But the best part? They’re also tasty. Whether you’re feeding your family or flying solo, this list has what you need to build the perfect weekly meal roster. Let’s dive in.
1. Stuffed Butternut Squash with Pork
Source: allnutritious.com
First things first, one of the most important qualities a dinner can have is its ability to comfort you after a hard day. Luxurious, indulgent, warm in your stomach and your heart.
This is like a Sunday roast without the extra effort. Just ground pork, delicious roast squash, and a dusting of sweet apple. Perfection.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 681
• Fats: 41g
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 60g
• Fiber: 11g
• Sugar: 18g
2. Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash
Source: allnutritious.com
Looking for a clean meal without the stress? Salmon is the choice for you! This super simple salmon and avocado recipe plays on one of the best combinations in the world.
Aside from how good this tastes, the best thing about this dish is how easy it is to prepare. Seriously, thirty minutes and you’re good!
Per Serving:
• Calories: 463
• Fats: 35g
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 12g
• Fiber: 7.5g
• Sugar: 1.6g
3. Zucchini Stir Fry with Garlic and Sesame Seeds
Source: allnutritious.com
One of the easiest dishes on this list, this zucchini stir fry features simple, affordable ingredients made to taste incredible. Enjoy with a side of fluffy white rice or some well-seasoned noodles.
Sprinkle with a dash of white sesame seeds, and you’re good to go.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 203
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 6.7g
• Carbs: 22g
• Fiber: 5.5g
• Sugar: 9.7g
4. Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Source: allnutritious.com
If you’re looking for a luxurious alternative to taco night, these sweet potatoes have your back.
Stuffed to the gills with a delicious black bean mixture, these rich potatoes come topped with sour cream.
The guacamole and sweet corn add a refreshing touch to balance out the richness of the beans. Not to be missed.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 479
• Fats: 19g
• Protein: 16g
• Carbs: 67g
• Fiber: 20g
• Sugar: 11g
5. Air Fryer Salmon
Source: allnutritious.com
If you’ve got an air fryer on deck, then I don’t have to tell you how great they are. This air fryer salmon is warm, crispy, and glazed in an unforgettable soy honey garlic sauce.
Served alongside some flash-fried greens, this meal can get you through even the toughest of days.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 287
• Fats: 17g
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 7.2g
• Fiber: 0.6g
• Sugar: 4.5g
6. Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep
Source: allnutritious.com
If you’re anything like me, then you love to come home to a pre-prepared dinner. Luckily, this simple meal prep dinner recipe lets you get ahead of the entire week.
The chicken and sweet potato combination is unbeatable, helping to keep you full and satisfied well into the next morning.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 728
• Fats: 37g
• Protein: 56g
• Carbs: 43g
• Fiber: 8.6g
• Sugar: 12g
7. Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Source: allnutritious.com
Who doesn’t love the sweetness of teriyaki sauce? These wraps balance the sticky sweetness of a classic Japanese flavor with the lightness of fresh lettuce.
While you can enjoy just the chicken and lettuce, there’s room for more at this party. Add vegetables, rice, noodles, or anything else that strikes your fancy.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 161
• Fats: 4.5g
• Protein: 22g
• Carbs: 7.1g
• Fiber: 0.7g
• Sugar: 3.8g
8. Chicken Salad Meal Prep
Source: allnutritious.com
Salads are a clean eating staple, but they have a bit of a boring reputation. The solution? Hit them with an unbelievable dressing.
This meal prep salad recipe contains my go-to tangy dressing, ensuring you can chow down without getting bored of a classic chicken salad.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 597
• Fats: 31g
• Protein: 55g
• Carbs: 26g
• Fiber: 5.9g
• Sugar: 17g
9. Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, Apples, and Brussels Sprouts
Source: allnutritious.com
Sheet pan bakes are one of my favorite things on planet Earth. They make dinner preparation so simple, especially if you’re eating on a budget or trying to stick to clean ingredients.
Even better, the baking process cooks the protein and vegetables to perfection without adding too much oil.
Check out these other clean eating meal prep recipes.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 471
• Fats: 16g
• Protein: 48g
• Carbs: 37g
• Fiber: 8.4g
• Sugar: 16g
10. Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken
Source: allnutritious.com
Speaking of which, here’s another sheet pan recipe to try your hand at. If you’re searching for something a little unique to shake up your week, this cashew chicken is just the ticket.
Nutty, crunchy, and rich with herbs, this high protein sheet pan is an easy breezy dinner that will see you through the week.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 579
• Fats: 40g
• Protein: 33g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 4.3g
• Sugar: 12g
11. Herb Crusted Salmon
Source: allnutritious.com
Salmon is one of those fish that can stand up to some more robust flavors. It’s oily and flaky, with a unique flavor profile that doesn’t get lost underneath herbs, spices, and crusts.
Case in point: this herb crusted salmon! This high protein fish recipe is a quick and easy way to keep your salmon moist while boosting its flavor.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 333
• Fats: 20g
• Protein: 27g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 2.7g
• Sugar: 6.2g
12. Sheet Pan Chicken and Cauliflower
Source: allnutritious.com
Ever enjoyed a perfectly-baked chicken thigh? Well, you’re about to. These delicious roasted chicken thighs are only made better by the presence of perfectly-spiced cauliflower.
The red onions add some much-needed sharpness to balance everything out.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 583
• Fats: 39g
• Protein: 47g
• Carbs: 14g
• Fiber: 4.7g
• Sugar: 4.1g
13. Sheet Pan Pork Chops and Vegetables
Source: allnutritious.com
Next up, let’s show some appreciation for one of the best proteins to roast: the humble pork chop! Pork chops have just enough fat on them to roast beautifully, and pair well with spices.
Bell peppers ring the entire tray, along with asparagus to add some springtime freshness.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 390
• Fats: 28g
• Protein: 22g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 4.3g
• Sugar: 7.9g
14. Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
Source: allnutritious.com
Greece is well-known as one of the best regions to eat healthy food. Luckily, it’s also had a long time to figure out how to make that healthy food utterly irresistible.
This sheet pan recipe requires minimal washing up, and it’s so quick to put together!
Per Serving:
• Calories: 248
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 29g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 3.4g
• Sugar: 5.3g
15. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Source: allnutritious.com
Let’s turn that globe a little further and touch down in Mexico for some delicious fajitas. Bell peppers and spiced chicken cut into strips and roasted to perfection.
Who knew it was this easy to prepare authentic Mexican food?
Per Serving:
• Calories: 473
• Fats: 14g
• Protein: 44g
• Carbs: 44g
• Fiber: 7.1g
• Sugar: 4.7g
16. Ground Turkey Cabbage Rolls
Source: feastingnotfasting.com
If you’ve never tried a cabbage roll, then this is your chance to do so! These ground turkey cabbage rolls are moist and delicious, packed to the brim with protein and swimming in an aromatic sauce.
These are a healthier twist on an Eastern European meal and great for winter nights with the family.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 392
• Fats: 9g
• Protein: 37g
• Carbs: 44h
• Fiber: 10g
• Sugar: 12g
17. Baked Chicken Kabobs
Source: thedizzycook.com
Kabobs are such a great summertime choice, especially if you have a grill at home! These are easy to prepare ahead of time, and make a great family-friendly option.
Not to mention, you can whip these up ahead of your next potluck, and you’ll become the new neighborhood favorite!
Per Serving:
• Calories: 294
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 38g
• Carbs: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 3g
18. Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Potatoes
Source: therusticfoodie.com
Let’s take a trip to the Mediterranean next, where it’s all about spices, clean ingredients, and warmth.
Placing this sheet pan down on the dinner table, you can practically feel the sea spray on your face. Rich with energy and low on dishes, this is an unbeatable midweek feast.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 474
• Fats: 16g
• Protein: 42g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 7g
• Sugar: 4g
19. Tofu Lettuce Wraps
Source: cravingsomethinghealthy.com
Tofu is one of those ingredients that needs a little bit of TLC before it can put its best foot forward. Luckily, it’s easy to do once you have the right knowledge.
This recipe teaches you how to make out-of-this-world tofu lettuce wraps good enough that your whole family will be clamoring for them.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 152
• Fats: 8g
• Protein: 7g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 3g
20. Vegetarian Greek Stuffed Peppers
Source: therusticfoodie.com
Here’s another vegetarian meal packed with Mediterranean flavors! These stuffed peppers contain orzo, feta, spinach, and a generous handful of Kalamata olives.
Meatless meals don’t get any more fresh and flavorful than this (plus, they’re super easy to prepare last-minute).
Per Serving:
• Calories: 353
• Fats: 19g
• Protein: 10g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 5g
21. Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Source: cravingsomethinghealthy.com
Salmon is one of my favorite proteins to rely on for a clean eating diet. It’s rich in omega-3, which we can’t naturally produce, making this fish the ultimate in brain food.
Luckily, it’s also super easy to prepare! You can have this pistachio-crusted version ready in just thirty minutes.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 409
• Fats: 26g
• Protein: 33g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 8g
22. Cauliflower and Black Bean Tacos
Source: simpleandsavory.com
Even if you’re a habitual meat eater, I’ve got a feeling that you’ll love these cauliflower and black bean tacos. These are a fun intersection of Mexican and Greek cuisine.
The cauliflower and black beans make the mixture extra robust, so this keeps you full for ages!
Per Serving:
• Calories: 518
• Fats: 20g
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 57g
• Fiber: 12g
• Sugar: 5g
23. Ground Chicken Meatballs
Source: drdavinahseats.com
If you’re anything like me, then you love a good meatball. But sometimes, all that red meat is a bit too rich for my blood. That’s when it’s better to choose lean meat, like chicken!
These chicken meatballs are so rich and delicious that you won’t miss the beef even a little bit.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 100
• Fats: 7g
• Protein: 7g
• Carbs: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
24. Cilantro Lime Salmon
Source: dashfordinner.com
Looking for something light and bright to enrich your next summer dinner? This cilantro lime salmon is a perfectly balanced, clean meal with an aroma spilling out of all corners.
Make sure to char some pieces to help balance out all that lightness, and you’ll have the perfect dish.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 365
• Fats: 18g
• Protein: 35g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 10g
25. Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs Dinner
Source: thefeatherednester.com
Sometimes the day calls for a classic, comforting roast chicken. But who wants to go to all the trouble of roasting an entire chicken on a weeknight? Not me!
That’s where this super simple sheet pan recipe comes in. Rich with all your roast vegetable favorites, this is like a Sunday roast, but it only takes thirty minutes to prepare.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 401
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 33g
• Carbs: 33g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 4g
26. Zucchini Noodles with Chicken
Source: simpleandsavory.com
I know many people aren’t on board with the zucchini noodle trend, so this is my submission to change their minds. This is an absolutely delicious dish perfect for a summer dinner with friends.
Just fancy enough for dinner parties but simple enough for a weeknight, this is the ultimate versatile dish.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 231
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 15g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 8g
27. Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry
Source: turningclockback.com
Turn the clock back with the anti-aging properties of this delicious sweet potato and chickpea curry. The turmeric in this curry fights inflammation and helps with your digestion.
One of the best things about this recipe is that you can toss any vegetables into the mix, and it will taste just as good.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 443
• Fats: 22g
• Protein: 6g
• Carbs: 53g
• Sugar: 10g
28. Baked Cajun Chicken Thighs
Source: greatchickenrecipes.com
If you’re anything like me, then you’re in love with Cajun seasoning. Luckily, it’s never been easier to enjoy this stunning flavor profile.
This dish only requires five simple ingredients – probably things you already have in your pantry!
Per Serving:
• Calories: 345
• Fats: 28g
• Protein: 19g
• Carbs: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
29. Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Source: hungryhealthyhappy.com
Making fajitas became a lot easier once the air fryer hit the countertops! All you need is half an hour, your choice of protein, and any vegetables you have in your fridge.
This version comes with a sauerkraut salsa which is extra good for your gut.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 184
• Fats: 6g
• Protein: 22g
• Carbs: 9g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 5g
30. Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Source: hungryhealthyhappy.com
When it comes to busy weeks, a home cook’s best friend is their slow cooker. These chicken thighs are so tender that they fall off the bone and are rich with an array of amazing spices.
Enjoy these on a bed of rice, alongside your favorite roasted vegetables, or just on their own!
Per Serving:
• Calories: 402
• Fats: 22g
• Protein: 45g
• Carbs: 3g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
31. Shrimp Chop Suey
Source: thefoodblog.net
Finally, let’s cap off our list with an homage to one of the most popular takeout dishes in history: chop suey. When you feel the takeout menus calling your name, this dish can help!
Beat back the cravings with the sticky sauce and crunchy vegetables of this easy-to-prepare shrimp dish. Serve with rice, or enjoy solo. This is the Friday night dish you deserve.
Per Serving:
• Calories: 135
• Fats: 5g
• Protein: 6g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 9g
And with that, we’ve reached the end of our list! Thirty-one recipes later, it’s clear that you can enjoy good food that’s also good for you.
These recipes are quick, easy, and perfect for families and solo diners alike. So, let me know in the comments which of the clean eating dinner ideas are best for you!
Happy cooking, and all the best for your week of clean eating.