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Quick Family Meal Ideas

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When I started sharing recipes on The Fit Peach, my goal was simple — to make healthy eating doable for families like mine. These are the quick family-friendly meals that show up in my kitchen week after week: fast, flavorful, and nourishing. Whether it’s a 30-minute dinner, a make-ahead breakfast, or a sweet treat, these recipes are meant to make feeding a family feel easier (and a little more delicious)!

Quick Family Meal Ideas Table of contents

🥗 Healthy Weeknight Dinners

Salmon Teriyaki Bowl
Spice up your weeknight dinner with these air fried teriyaki salmon bites! They have a sweet crispy outside with a soft flaky inside and are cooked in no time in the air fryer. Placed on top of a bed of brown rice with edamame and avocado and drizzled in a creamy spicy yogurt sauce, they're sure to be a dish the whole family will love!
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Overhead view of a bowl with teriayki air fried salmon bites and rice and greens.
Easy Sweet Chili Recipe
The perfect balance of flavors, this sweet chili recipe is the ultimate comfort food for cold winter days. Made with pantry staples, it’s simmered on the stovetop for an easy meal great for weeknight dinners, meal prep, and more! 
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Sweet chili in a white bowl with cheese and yogurt on top.
Healthy Honey Sesame Chicken
Sweet, savory, and delicious, this chili honey sesame chicken is a healthier take on the honey sesame chicken from your favorite restaurant. Baked, never fried and made without flour or cornstarch, it’s guaranteed to become a new family favorite with just one bite! 
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Bowl with rice, broccoli, and honey sesame chicken.
Gluten Free Ramen Noodles Recipe
Transform your favorite college meal into a nutritious comfort food recipe with this healthy homemade ramen noodles recipe!
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Overhead view of a bowl with chicken ramen noodles and a soft boiled egg.
Hibachi Steak Bowls
Make weeknight magic with these hibachi steak bowls — tender steak, crisp veggies, and a drizzle of yum yum sauce, all piled over fried rice. It’s like your favorite takeout dinner decided to stay in, throw on sweats, and get even more delicious.
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Chopsticks hold a piece of grilled beef dipped in creamy sauce above a small bowl, with vegetables and more beef pieces in the background.
Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
Prepare this dairy-free, gluten-free marry me shrimp pasta recipe in less than 30 minutes, using just a pot and a skillet!
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Marry me pasta with shrimp and parsley on top.
Mushroom Truffle Pasta
Prepare this truffle pasta recipe with a handful of ingredients for a quick, budget-friendly option for special occasions and date nights!
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Truffle pasta in a bowl with herbs.

🍳 Meal Prep Breakfasts Made Easy

Overnight Protein Oats
Make high protein overnight oats 3 ways with simple ingredients and just a few minutes for breakfasts you'll look forward to all week!
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High protein overnight oats in three different flavors in containers.
Egg Bites in Oven
Simplify your breakfast with these savory ricotta cheese egg bites! They're supremely fluffy with chopped pepper and onions throughout (just like Starbucks) and baked to perfection in the oven with a muffin tin. Whip up this recipe before your week and enjoy an easy quick breakfast all week long!
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Life Saving Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos (gluten & dairy free!)
With 26 grams of protein in each, these freezer breakfast burritos are perfect for meal prep. Think of them as the ultimate make-ahead burrito—packed with ground turkey, veggies, eggs, and sauce, and freezer-friendly for up to 3 months. Just wrap one in a paper towel, pop it in the microwave, and breakfast is served!
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A breakfast burrito cut in half, stacked with visible scrambled eggs, sausage, and red bell peppers, rests on a sheet of parchment paper—perfect for make-ahead freezer breakfast burritos.
Oatmeal Flour Pancakes
Oat flour pancakes are a delicious twist on the traditional pancake recipe. Made with oat flour and Greek yogurt, they’re soft, fluffy, and quick to make!
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Fork taking a bite of a stack of oat flour pancakes.
Best Chia Seed Pudding
Learn how to make the best healthy chia seed pudding recipe with three flavor variations for a quick, make-ahead breakfast!
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Almond butter and jelly chia seed pudding in a glass jar with a spoon.
Chocolate Brownie Baked Oats
These chocolate baked oats are a breakfast you’ll look forward to waking up to! Featuring a rich, brownie flavor, they’re made with simple, gluten free ingredients and zero refined sugar for an indulgent recipe you can feel good about. Prepare a batch in advance, and start your mornings off on the right foot all week long.  
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Brownie baked oats in a white container with chocolate chips.
Hash Brown Sausage Egg Bake
Breakfast just got a whole lot simpler with these easy sausage and cheese hash brown egg cups. They make the perfect on-the-go breakfast or a great addition to a weekend brunch spread.
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Hash brown egg cups on a wooden platter.

🥤 Smoothies, Mocktails & Healthy Drinks

Berry Smoothie
If you're looking for a healthy breakfast or snack, this triple berry smoothie is packed with all the protein, fats, and vitamins you need to start your day off on a high note! It's the best and easiest smoothie you can make right at home with only 3 simple ingredients and can be whipped up in a flash.
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Frozen Electrolyte Slushies (4 ways)
These frozen electrolyte smoothies not only have rehydrating characteristics but they also are a great way to cool off this summer! The flavor possibilities are endless. I crafted 4 of my favorite combinations below - enjoy!
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Frozen Whipped Coconut Lemonade
This frozen coconut lemonade is creamy and ridiculously refreshing—basically summer in slushy form. It’s sweet, tangy, and totally slurpable on those hot sticky days when you need a little frozen treat.
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A frosty glass of lemon slush, garnished with a lemon slice and a glass straw, sits on a wooden table with fresh lemons and another drink in the background. Sunlight highlights the creamy, refreshing texture.
Thanksgiving Sangria Recipe
This thanksgiving sangria is perfect to throw together for the holiday season and sure to impress any and all guests! It's made with white wine, fresh fruit, a bubble ginger beer for some fun added fizz. Whip up a big batch because this white wine cocktail gets even better with time!
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Pitcher of thanksgiving sangria with oranges and cinnamon sticks inside.
Margarita Recipe with Agave
Make this homemade margarita recipe with agave for an easy our-ingredient cocktail with sweet, citrus flavor and the perfect amount of fizz!
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Margarita on a table with a lime wedge.
Frozen Pomegranate Margarita Mocktail
Skip the tequila and blend up a refreshing pomegranate margarita mocktail! It's tart yet sweet and a perfect non-alcoholic option to enjoy on a warm summer day.
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Glass with a frozen pink margarita mocktail.
Cozy Maple Pumpkin Bourbon Cocktail with Apple Cider
Toast to fall and cooler weather with this maple pumpkin bourbon cocktail! It has hints of cinnamon and apple and is made with real pumpkin to give it a cozy fall flavor.
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Pumpkin bourbon cocktail in short glass with cinnamon stick inside and pumpkins in background.

🍫 Better-for-You Dessert Recipes

Chocolate Greek Yogurt Ice Cream
This frozen yogurt is delectably rich and creamy without the indulgence! It's naturally sweetened with maple syrup and has a deep chocolate flavor from cacao. With each bite you'll get a refreshing dose of tangy chocolate that's good until the last drop.
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Frozen chocolate yogurt in a rectangular dish with parchment paper with a scoop taken out.
No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars Recipe
These healthy no bake chocolate oat bars resemble a chocolate rice krispie treat, but better! Each one has a crispy, nutty oat base with a thick layer of dark chocolate on top. They take about 10 minutes to whip up with just 4 wholesome ingredients. Easily made gluten free and dairy free and even your kids will love them!
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Oat bars with chocolate layer on top and a bite taken out of it.
Edible Brownie Batter Recipe
Rich and decadent edible brownie batter that's safe to eat by the spoonful! This edible brownie batter is packed with rich chocolate flavor comes together with only 6 simple ingredients. It's perfect for kids and made vegan and gluten-free too!
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Apple Pop Tarts
These apple pop tarts have a crispy golden brown crust, sweet apple butter filling, and a delicious cinnamon frosting. It's the perfect festive fall treat to serve for brunch that kids and adults alike will love!
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Apple pop tarts on parchment paper with cinnamon frosting.
Almond Flour Brownies Recipe
These almond flour brownies have a deep fudgy texture, rich chocolaty flavor, crinkle top layer, and come together in half an hour. This recipe is so easy and made with simple ingredients like almond flour, coconut sugar, and dairy-free chocolate, they may just be better than traditional brownies!
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Vanilla Coconut Milk Ice Cream
You're going to want to add a scoop of this vegan ice cream to anything and everything! It has a sweet vanilla flavor and is made dairy free with coconut milk. It pairs perfectly with a slice of pie or a cookie or in a bowl with your favorite toppings!
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Banana Mug Cake Recipe
Make this single serve banana bread in a mug with just ten ingredients and 3 minutes for a sweet breakfast, snack, or dessert!
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Banana cake in a mug with ice cream on top.

🥣 Healthy Kitchen Staples

Crispy Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Make the best crispy caramelized Brussels sprouts with six ingredients for a sweet and savory side dish full of nutrients and flavor! 
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Caramelized brussel sprouts on a baking sheet.
Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Learn how to make a roasted spaghetti squash recipe with four ingredients and less than an hour for a nutritious side dish or main course!
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Spaghetti squash stands in a tan bowl with a fork.
Healthy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Learn how to make the perfect healthy oven roasted sweet potatoes with cinnamon and simple ingredients in just over 30 minutes!
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Roasted sweet potatoes on parchment paper with seasonings.
Sweet Potato Fries Dipping Sauce
Elevate your fry game with these four dipping sauces for sweet potato fries! Made with minimal ingredients and with flavors ranging from hot honey mustard to maple cinnamon yogurt, there's a dip for everyone!
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Sweet potato fries with dipping sauces on a baking pan.
Basic Chimichurri Sauce
Learn how to make the best chimichurri sauce with eight ingredients and just a few minutes to add flavor to all your favorite recipes!
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Chimichurri sauce in a glass jar with a spoon.
Easy Honey Mustard Dressing
This honey mustard dressing is hands down the best you'll ever make—and trust me, you'll want to drizzle it on everything! Made with a creamy Greek yogurt base, it's thicker, richer, and a bit healthier than the classic. Perfect for salads, as a veggie dip, sandwich spread, and so much more!
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A spoon drizzling honey mustard dressing.
Greek Yogurt Dressing
This greek yogurt dressing comes together with less than ten ingredients and a matter of minutes. Better than any store-bought dressing, it's creamy, tangy, and full of savory flavor. Serve it with all your favorite recipes! 
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Creamy greek yogurt salad dressing in a measuring cup with a spoon.
Cashew Butter
Prepare to have your nut butter world rocked with this homemade vanilla bean cashew butter recipe! It has a silky smooth texture with hints of sweet vanilla flavor. This delicious spread has a variety of uses from smoothies to toast toppings to enjoying it by the spoonful!
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