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Meal Prep Recipes

Recipes that hold up in the fridge for several days, so one cooking session can cover multiple lunches or dinners. Grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and sturdy salads do particularly well.

Keep sauces and lemon dressings in a separate container and add them when you eat, so everything tastes fresh on day four as well as day one.

Overhead view of a bowl of quinoa topped with crispy roasted chickpeas, cubed sweet potato, kale, and a drizzle of lemon tahini sauce, with a lemon wedge on the side45 min
Savory Mainsvegan

Crispy Chickpea Lemon Tahini Bowl

Overhead view of a bowl of rice topped with sliced lemon oregano chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta, and a dollop of tzatziki, with a lemon wedge beside it45 min
Mainhigh-protein

Greek-Style Lemon Chicken Bowl

Overhead view of a bowl of jasmine rice topped with flaked lemon garlic salmon, edamame, sliced cucumber, avocado, and sesame seeds, with a lemon half beside it35 min
Savory Mainshigh-protein

Lemon Garlic Salmon Rice Bowl

Overhead view of a bowl of sliced lemon herb chicken over quinoa with roasted broccoli, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of lemon yogurt sauce, with a lemon wedge on the side45 min
Savory Mainshigh-protein

Lemon Herb Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Guides to go with these recipes

A resealable bag of whole lemons and a small jar of lemon wedges sitting in a refrigerator crisper drawer

How to Store Lemons So They Last for Weeks

A full mesh bag of lemons spilled out onto a kitchen counter next to a cutting board and knife

What to Do With a Bag of Lemons Before They Go Bad

Questions about meal prep recipes

How long do prepped meals last in the fridge?

Most cooked dishes keep for three to four days in airtight containers. Follow safe food handling and reheat thoroughly.

How do I keep prepped food from tasting dull?

Finish with fresh lemon juice or zest just before eating. Acid brightens food that has sat for a few days.

Can I freeze these meals?

Many cooked dishes freeze well, but salads, fresh herbs, and dishes with delicate textures do not. Check the storage note on each recipe.