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7 Days, 7 Dinners: Get Fit (in the Kitchen!)

Jan 22 2014 - 5:26pm

After a busy day and a challenging Get Fit 2014 [1] workout, it's important to fuel up with a clean, homemade dinner. Get inspired with this weeklong menu of healthy and delicious meals that are packed with nutrients and flavor.

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Red Pepper and Lentil Bake

High in vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber, red bell peppers make a perfect accompaniment to protein-rich lentils in this low-calorie cheesy bake [2].

Calories: 233

Photo: Leta Shy

Crockpot Chicken

For a healthy, protein-rich meal that doesn't rely on dairy for flavor, try this delicious, Mexican-style chicken [3] recipe full of fresh ingredients. The best part is it comes together in your crockpot, so you only need to dedicate 15 minutes to prep.

Calories: 381

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Cauliflower Veggie Rice

Craving a big bowl of stir-fry? Find delicious comfort in this fresh, bright, and satisfying cauliflower "rice" recipe [4]. This grain-free stir-fry has zero cholesterol, is low in sodium, and offers your entire daily recommended intake of vitamin A and vitamin C in just one meal.

Calories: 278

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Turkey Stuffed Peppers

With just a few ingredients and less than 30 minutes, you can cook up these Paleo and gluten-free Italian-style stuffed peppers [5]. This fresh, clean meal has more than 30 grams of protein per serving.

Calories: 285

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Ginger-Carrot Soup

This ginger-carrot soup [6] is high in vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese, which helps to aid in digestion. To top it all off, there's no cholesterol whatsoever in this light yet satisfying recipe.

Calories: 262

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Shrimp Over Spaghetti Squash

High in protein but low in calories, shrimp is a healthful option for a seafood-loving bunch. This lighter riff [7] on the comforting flavors of traditional scampi takes the gluten and pasta out of the equation and offers a tasty vegetable in its place: spaghetti squash.

Calories: 312

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Polenta and Beans

If you need a tasty new idea, give this spin on the basic burrito [8] a whirl. Instead of wrapping beans and veggies in a flour tortilla, use polenta instead! Since it's made with cornmeal and water, it's completely gluten-free.

Calories: 284

Photo: Jenny Sugar



Be sure to enter our Get Fit 2014 Giveaway [9] for a chance to win $1,000 worth of Champion Athleticwear and a three-night stay for you and a friend at the tranquil and inspirational Red Mountain Resort in Utah! Follow our 31 Days of Fitness [10] workout program to rock your new year with daily workouts.


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