Healthy and easy Whole30 meal prep recipes to meal prep in advance that make clean eating simple.
We're sharing 25+ of our favorite Whole 30 meal prep ideas for the weeks to come, you'll have Whole30 lunch ideas, breakfasts, and dinner ready in no time whether you're trying to lose weight or eat clean as a new year reset.
What is Whole 30?
Whole 30 is a clean health challenge that many people find helpful for kicking off a new year of healthy eating habits or as a reset button on their health.
Whole30 isn't a lifestyle you'd follow long-term and it's not just about losing weight, it's also a great way to figure out which foods make your body feel good (or bad).
For a whole month, you give up foods like sugar, grains, alcohol, dairy, processed foods, and beans/legumes and instead, you're filling up on healthy foods like veggies and fruits for your carbs, lean meats, seafood, and eggs.
You can print off our free Whole30 grocery list to make shopping even easier! Think of it like a Whole30 meal plan combined with the recipes we have listed here too.
After 30 days, you slowly start eating the old foods again, one at a time, to see how they affect you.
This is a little more restrictive than a lowFODMAP diet my GI encouraged me to follow last year to figure out what was causing my stomach pain and bloating, but I prefer following a Whole 30 elimination plan since it covers other types of food sensitivities lowFODMAP might not catch such as to gluten.
A Whole30 challenge helped me to realize as I got older that I can't have cow's milk, gluten, coffee, and sugar without feeling unwell. While Whole30 isn't easy to do, it will make a world of difference to your nutrition in the long run!
Why Whole 30 Meal Prep
If you've overindulged during the holidays or maybe have some food sensitivities but aren't quite sure what they are, Whole30 is a great way to clean up your health and get yourself back on track.
The easiest way to make this happen is by meal prepping Whole30 recipes in advance so that you know what foods are coming up, they're already prepped in your fridge, and it'll keep you from grabbing unhealthy options.
We have all three meals of the day wrapped in our Whole30 prepped meals list. So whether you're searching for Whole 30 breakfast ideas, lunches, or dinner recipes, you'll find it here!
Sunday is a popular day to meal prep and gets set for your week and we often meal prep mid-week as well, like on a Wednesday. Whole30 lunches are especially helpful taking on the go to work so you won't be tempted to eat out.
25+ Whole30 Meal Prep Recipes
You'll love our list of Whole 30 meal ideas that all come together super fast.
Most of these will keep in the fridge for 3-4-5 days. Perfect for making your whole work week of meals in advance!
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Italian Turkey Zucchini Skillet
A healthy Italian-inspired turkey skillet recipe with zucchini loaded with flavor that comes together really fast. This will definitely become one of your go-to favorites!
As written the turkey zucchini skillet recipe is low carb, dairy free, Whole30, and keto friendly. Great for a quick dinner or for meal prep.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Breast and Veggies
A healthy dinner can't get much easier than this 15 minute baked sheet pan chicken and veggies! We used quick cooking chicken thighs along with asparagus, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell peppers.
It's super easy to customize which veggies get added to this simple sheet pan dinner.
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Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies
Healthy and simple sausage and veggies in an air fryer. Make with your favorite pre-cooked sausages such as Whole30 compliant chicken sausage.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Sweet Potatoes
A savory and simple sheet pan chicken dinner combines juicy chicken thighs and naturally sweetened sweet potatoes. The recipe is Whole30, paleo, and dairy free.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Meal Prep
Chicken fajita meal prep bowls are a delicious and flavorful meal for lunch or dinner. This recipe is ideal for busy individuals who want to enjoy a healthy meal without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Perfectly seasoned fresh vegetables and fajita chicken will be a Whole Lotta Yum!
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Smoked Salmon Sushi Bowls
Easy and healthy salmon sushi bowls that take less than 15 minutes to put together. With store bought smoked salmon, healthy vegetables, and cauliflower rice, make a simple meal prep lunch for only 265 calories! Low carb, paleo, Whole30 (with 1 recipe swap), and dairy free.
Swap the edamame beans for something like green beans, mushrooms or broccoli to be Whole30 compliant.
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Mexican Shrimp Salad
An easy Mexican-inspired avocado shrimp cucumber salad loaded with vegetables and a tangy lime dressing. The sweetener is optional, which makes this one of our favorite Whole30 meal prep lunches.
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Eggroll in a Bowl (Weight Watchers Approved)
This easy egg roll-in-a-bowl Weight Watchers recipe will truly become one of your favorite quick and easy Asian-inspired meals. Even better? It makes one of the BEST Whole 30 lunch ideas that come together in just 15 minutes.
It's also keto-friendly, it's low-carb, gluten-free, paleo, and dairy-free.
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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl
Assemble easy and healthy BBQ chicken bowls with roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, BBQ chicken, and your favorite garnishes. Easy to adapt! Be sure to use Whole30 approved condiments such as BBQ sauce and mayo, we personally love the Primal Kitchen brand.
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Paleo Breakfast Meal Prep Bowls {Whole30} The Paleo Running Momma
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Having breakfast ready the night before is a true morning treat. With a healthy variety to choose from, these paleo meal prep bowls will be the easiest start to your day!
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Fish Taco Bowl (Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb)
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Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding
A healthy chia seed pudding with coconut milk and topped with a delicious no sugar blueberry sauce. Blueberry chia pudding makes for a healthy meal prep breakfast or snack.
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Whole30 Turkey Breakfast Skillet: Paleo Egg Free Breakfast
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This skillet is quick and easy, full of hearty vegetables and spices including egg-free status! It takes about 20 minutes to cook in a skillet and you're set to chow down!
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Healthy Baked Egg Cups - The Wooden Skillet
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This Whole30 meal prep recipe yields 6 servings and can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months! Talk about the ultimate meal prep.
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Chorizo and Vegetable Breakfast Skillet: Egg-Free, Whole30, Paleo, GF
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A delicious egg-free breakfast skillet mix of chorizo, vegetable, and avocado ready for you in the morning. This recipe is also gluten-free and paleo.
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Whole30 Meal Prep Breakfast Taco Scramble - FIXED on FRESH
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For the savory lovers, this taco scramble is filled with lean ground beef, taco seasoning, and sweet potato. It has a cook time of 20 minutes!
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Chipotle Chicken Fajita Bowls (Whole30, Paleo, Keto, Easy Meal Prep)
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Onto Whole30 lunch prep! A chipotle chicken fajita bowl is the perfect midday meal because it's easy to assemble, is full of flavor, and you get all the nutrients you need!
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Greek Meal Prep Bowls: Whole30 & Low Carb Blog
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This Greek-inspired recipe tastes pretty close to the real thing! With plenty of fresh veggies like bell pepper and onion mixed into a bowl of riced cauliflower and chicken breast, your taste buds will do a little dance.
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Salmon Salad - Low Carb / Keto / Paleo / Whole30 - Easy & Heathy Lunch / Low Carb / Keto / Whole30
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A paleo, low carb, keto, Whole30, and AMAZING salad recipe with salmon will probably knock your socks off. This is a fresh recipe that works great for summer because of its light ingredients and healthy protein.
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Meal Prep Chipotle Beef Bowls (Whole30 Paleo)
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Tasting just like Mexican takeout, chipotle beef bowls are a fantastic addition to the Whole30 meal prep recipes especially when you're on a budget. Only 6 ingredients and a good time, these are something to try!
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Buffalo Chicken Whole30 Meal Prep (Whole30 Meal Prep)
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This recipe holds cauliflower rice and homemade ranch dressing that'll suit your health needs. It's also got protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep your system running properly!
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Whole30 Sticky Asian Chicken Thighs & Spicy Green Beans: Paleo, GF Meal Prep
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I think dinner meal prep recipes have arrived and this one is one to beat. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this Whole30 meal prep recipe can be made in under 30 minutes!
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Teriyaki Chicken Meatball Meal Prep (Paleo, Whole30, AIP)
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Catering to the Whole30, paleo, and AIP diet, Michelle created a lunch or dinner meal prep recipe for teriyaki chicken meatballs. With 5 star reviews and a cook time of 40 minutes, your family will love this recipe.
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Chicken Shawarma Meal Prep Bowls (Whole30, Grain Free)
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The comfort of shawarma is brought into play with the chicken shawarma meal prep bowls. This is served over grain-free cauliflower tabbouleh and kalamata olives with a tasty touch of tahini sauce. Try it out!
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Healthy Beef & Broccoli Meal Prep (Paleo, Whole30, AIP)
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Beef and broccoli is also a comfort food for many, so why not try it paleo, Whole30, and AIP. You'll need a flanked steak, riced cauliflower, and a whole lotta veggies. A perfect meal to prep ahead of time since it takes just under an hour to make.
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Meal Prep Whole 30 Sweet Potato Hash
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For busy weekdays, the Whole30 meal prep recipe of sweet potato hash is good for any time of day. With your choice of either chicken or turkey, garlic, smoked paprika, and kale, you'll be feeling healthier just by looking at it.
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Whole30 Meal Plan Questions
Can I have snacks on the Whole30?
Yes, you can have snacks on a Whole 30 meal plan, but the goal is to focus on healthy meals during the day. Great healthy snack ideas include fruits and vegetable sticks.
Is it necessary to buy organic foods?
Organic foods are recommended for following a Whole30 plan but are not mandatory. The focus should be on whole, unprocessed foods.
If budget is a concern, prioritize organic options for foods known to have higher pesticide residues.
How should I deal with social situations?
Plan ahead for social events. Eat beforehand, bring your own Whole30-compliant dishes, or host social functions at your house.
To be honest, it's best to skip going out to eat for 30 days to make it easier to stick to your health plan.
How should I handle cravings?
Stay hydrated, eat frequent balanced high protein meals, and keep healthy snacks on hand.
Understand that cravings are normal and will decrease as your body adjusts. The hardest part is actually giving up sugar. Sugar is addictive like a drug, sugar addiction is a very real issues, and experiencing short term symptoms like headaches is common while you get it out of your system.
What happens after the 30 days?
After completing the Whole30, gradually reintroduce the eliminated food groups one at a time.
Pay attention to how each affects your body and mind to make informed dietary choices going forward. If you re-introduce a food that makes you feel unwell, you'll ideally want to permanently eliminate that food from your diet going forward.
