These 7 (ok, maybe 9) flavor-packed staples make it dead simple to build healthy, satisfying meals all week long. Cook once, eat like a champ for days.
Wanna get ahead on your week and play life on easy mode? Knock these out Sunday morning while jamming out to great tunes and vibin’ with the family. Here's how we do it at our house.
1. Big Batch of Beans (1 lb dry bag)
Season with: salt, bay leaves
Use for: Wraps, bowls, salads, smashed on toast, folded into pasta, or served as a side
Tip: Cook them low and slow, like a stew, after a quick initial boil for the creamiest beans. Beans are the unsung hero of weeknight magic.
2. Roasted Veggie Sheet Pan
Veg: Zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, sweet potato (cubed), cherry tomatoes (optional)
Season with: EVOO, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili flakes
Use for: Toss into farro bowls, pasta, wraps, or serve warm with eggs
Pro move: Preheat the sheet pan to get that sear. Flavor boost city.
3. Marinated Cabbage Slaw (Purple Rain Style)
Veg: Thinly sliced red cabbage
Quick Pickle: Lemon juice or vinegar + salt + pinch of sugar + splash of EVOO
Use for: Crunchy contrast in wraps, bowls, salads, or just fork it up solo with grilled chicken
It’s a texture party and your tastebuds are invited.
Smoky white bean stew over creamy polenta, finished with roasted sweet potato, Korean pickled radish, a sour cream drizzle, and fresh lime. A bold fusion bowl that hits every note.
This warm, nourishing bowl features smoked tuna, creamy white beans in their own broth, wilted spinach, roasted sweet potatoes, and tangy pickles—all tied together with lemon vinaigrette. A cozy, flavor-packed meal using pantry staples.
The Seoul Power Bowl layers Korean grilled chicken, farro, roasted veggies, avocado, and a spicy gochujang drizzle for a colorful, flavor-packed meal built from fresh ingredients.
Made with Bullet