What is the origin of the term “meal prep”?
Once or twice a week, meal prep entails preparing a large batch of meals that will last for 4-5 days. Meal prep is a great way to save time if you only cook a few times a week rather than every day. It’s also a good way to eat healthier: if you have a ready-to-eat meal in the fridge, you’ll be less likely to stop at a fast-food drive-through. You’ll also save money because cooking in bulk is less expensive, and eating lunch at a restaurant is much more expensive. Let’s look for some tasty and healthy food prep meals.

Can I store meals for long periods of time in the fridge?
You should plan on making meals for 3-4 days during your meal prep sessions, depending on the protein you’re using. If you’re using seafood, don’t make more than three days’ worth at a time, and sometimes only two. You should cook chicken and beef in batches for 3-4 days. You should keep certain components like sauces separate until you’re ready to eat so that the food doesn’t get soggy in the fridge.

These prep meals are incredible!

# 1 Chicken Salad in Mason Jars with Creamy No-Mayo Dressing

For weekday lunches, make these easy Chicken Salad Mason Jar Salads ahead of time! With grapes, apple, toasted pecans, and a creamy poppy seed dressing, these healthy meal prep salads are sure to become a favorite!

# 2 Prepare the Salad for the Meal

Any combination of the ingredients listed below will keep well in the refrigerator for several days.

(chopped greens) romaine, spring mix, spinach, arugula, or butter lettuce (rarely all of them, just whichever ones I have on hand at the time)

tomatoes, sliced or diced

cucumber, sliced or chopped (I usually remove the seeds, but this isn’t required)

corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)

bell peppers, thinly sliced or finely chopped

sliced red onions

sliced green onions

# 3 Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits

These healthy fruit and yogurt parfaits are simple to make and make ahead of time for a quick breakfast. Delicious creamy yogurt with fresh fruit layers and crunchy granola and coconut flakes on top.

They are ideal for breakfast because they are quick to prepare.

However, they are so tasty that you can eat them as a snack or an evening dessert. And without any remorse!

Enjoy tasty prep meals and muscle meals in a more convenient and hassle-free manner.