Returning to routine after a summer filled with meals eaten at work can feel like a challenge. Planning a weekly menu that is healthy and easy to prepare is practical, and a few simple recipes can help build good habits and restore balance in a diet. This article shares easy and fast Tupperware-friendly meals to take to the office, college, or workplace.
Today, five dessert-inspired ideas for eating at work are showcased to save time in the kitchen and support meal planning, so there’s no need to improvise or rack the brain when it comes to shopping. The focus is on very easy, practical, light recipes that can be made with products available at Mercadona or any nearby supermarket.
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Five easy recipes to take to work
Recipe: Grilled Chicken Tenderloin with Fusilli, Frozen Vegetables, and Pesto Sauce — INFORMATION
To start the week strong, this combination of ingredients is reliable. It is a delicious dish with high nutritional variety and straightforward preparation.
- Season 200 g chicken tenderloin with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon ground paprika. Wet thoroughly on both sides.
- Fry the tenderloins back and forth until golden brown.
- Cook 125 g of frozen broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower. It can be microwaved for 5 minutes at 900W or boiled for 5 minutes.
- Cook 100 g fusilli for 11-13 minutes with a pinch of salt.
- Assemble in a Tupperware container and dress with 3 tablespoons of fresh pesto at serving time.
Stuffed potatoes with tuna, the richest and easiest recipe you will succeed
Enjoy the benefits of vegetables and legumes in this meal. Sea bass is a white fish known for its mild flavor, high protein content, and low fat. This dish highlights a balanced, nutritious profile:
- Cook 2 pre-seasoned sea bass fillets with a drizzle of oil at 200º for 13 minutes.
- Brown 1 clove of minced garlic with a little oil and sauté 50 g of grated carrots.
- Wash and drain 100 g chickpeas and 20 g salad sprouts.
- Prepare a dressing with 50 ml of oil, juice of 1 lemon, zest of half a lemon, and 5 g of chopped parsley.
- Combine the ingredients and finish with the vinaigrette when ready to eat.
Asparagus toast au gratin: A light dinner that’s super easy to prepare
Catch the pace of the week with this quick recipe rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. It’s ideal for recharging energy during the last part of the workweek:
- Chop 150 g of cooked octopus.
- Chop ½ red onion and ¼ green bell pepper into cubes. Cut 5-6 cherry tomatoes in half.
- Brown 1 clove of minced garlic with a little oil and sauté 50 g of grated carrots.
- Wash and drain 100 g of white beans.
- Prepare a dressing with 50 ml of oil, 7 ml of vinegar, 1 tablespoon of red pepper, and 5 g of chopped parsley.
- Combine the ingredients and finish with vinaigrette when ready to eat.
A very healthy Mediterranean menu to balance the excesses of summer
Another delightful blend of flavors, balanced with high protein, low fat, and ample minerals and vitamins:
- Put the pork tenderloin in the oven at 200º for about 13 minutes.
- Remove the tenderloin and cut into medallions.
- Heat the truffle sauce in a pan until it boils, then add the medallions to finish cooking.
- Sauté 125 g of frozen vegetables with a little oil.
- Microwave 1 cup of basmati rice and mix with the pork and all ingredients in the container.
Lemon recipes that are making waves this summer
A light weekend option. Salmon is a natural source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Paired with fiber from brown rice, peas, and vegetables, it creates a complete and tasty meal:
- Cook 100 g of frozen broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots. It can be microwaved for 5 minutes at 900W or boiled for 5 minutes.
- Separate and sauté 40 g of frozen peas until tender.
- Heat 1 cup of brown rice in the microwave and combine all ingredients with 100 g of smoked salmon in the container.
- Prepare a dressing with 50 ml of oil, 8 ml of soy, 15 g of honey, 2 sliced radishes, and 10 g of chopped roasted peanuts. Keep the dressing separate until serving.
These ideas provide straightforward, budget-friendly options for busy workdays, with a focus on easy preparation, portability, and balanced nutrition. (citation: Mercadona-inspired meal ideas).