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6 Simple Quarantine Dinners You Should Try This Week To Lose 6 Pounds

April 28, 2020 by SheFinds Health
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If you’re getting bored of your current roster of recipes, you’re not alone. When you’ve been in quarantine for this long, you’ve probably already made each of your go-to recipes at least once (maybe twice). It’s hard to stay creative with your home cooking when home cooking is basically you’re only option, and it’s even harder to be creative with cooking and stay healthy.

But we found your solution: keep reading to find the six best healthy recipes you can make for dinner this week using food you probably already have sitting in your pantry.

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best quarantine home cooked dinner recipes for weight loss

Sheet Pan Salmon And Asparagus With Potatoes

This recipe is high in iron, omega-3 and protein, and low in carbs. The best part is it only requires a few ingredients and is very simple to prepare.

Recipe: Le Creme de la Crumb

best quarantine home cooked dinner recipes for weight loss

Lemony Lentil Soup

A warming dish you’ll want to reheat for lunch, this lentil soup is made with onions, carrots, cumin, curry and garlic for intense and amazing flavor. It is great for your metabolism and can help your body burn fat.

Recipe: Gimme Some Oven

best quarantine home cooked dinner recipes for weight loss

Use-It-Up Frittata

You can use pretty much any leftover vegetables, grains and herbs to make this easy-to-follow frittata recipe from Bon Appetit. It is high in protein and vitamins, and can be eaten for breakfast or lunch, as well as dinner.

Recipe: Bon Appetit

best quarantine home cooked dinner recipes for weight loss

Southwestern Rice Salad

High in flavor and low in fats and carbs, this black bean and rice salad is a crowd-pleasing recipe. It only takes about a half hour to make and is great for leftovers.

Recipe: A Couple Cooks

best quarantine home cooked dinner recipes for weight loss

Sheet Pan Chicken And Rainbow Vegetables

Made with an array of diverse veggies, this sheet pan recipe is as colorful as it is nutritious. It is easy to make so it’s a great way to make a healthy dinner for a whole family with only putting in minimal work.

Recipe: Well Plated

best quarantine home cooked dinner recipes for weight loss

White Beans With Broccoli Rabe And Lemon

This recipe can work as either a side dish or a main attraction for a healthy dinner, because it is high in both protein and vitamins. If you have a hard time finding broccoli rabe, you can use regular broccoli and still have the same amazing flavor from this recipe.

Recipe: Bon Appetit

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Grocery store aisle featuring sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Person enjoying a healthy lunch at a dining table.
Sipping spearmint tea for relaxation and digestion.
Various types of bread displayed on a wooden surface.
Fresh bakery items from Costco, including cakes and pastries.
Woman holding her head, feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Woman experiencing joint pain, indicating health issues.
Vibrant assortment of groceries from Shutterstock image.
Popular fast food options from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic cup of coffee.
Assorted bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Top view of Brazilian food dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking time on a watch during breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwiches in a grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of S'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast served with fries and mixed salad.