Breakfast

Tip: Avoid donuts and pastries and instead opt for energy rich, filling foods to get you through the morning.

Hard Boiled Eggs and Blocks of Cheddar: Hard boil two eggs (or more for the week) the night before work. Chill overnight and grab a couple of slices of cheese and a juice box to go!

Almonds and Fruit: Pack ½ cup of almonds, an apple (or your favorite whole fruit), and run for the subway! Extra hungry today? Grab a low-fat store brand yogurt.

Raisin Toast with Peanut Butter and Honey: Toast two slices of raisin bread, spread two tablespoons of peanut butter, and drizzle honey in between. Wrap it up and catch the bus!

Smoothie and Walnuts: Blend 1/2 cup plain store brand yogurt, 1/2 cup frozen fruit (strawberries, blueberries or bananas) with ¼ cup milk. Pour into a “to-go cup” and grab a handful of walnuts for your drive to work.

Lunch

Tip: Pack a frozen water and iced tea or lemonade mix to avoid high-calorie sodas!

Cheese and Whole Wheat Crackers with Salami and Veggies: Grab 10 whole wheat crackers, 10 small slices of Swiss cheese and 10 slices of hard salami. Pack in a zip lock bag with some sliced peppers or carrots.

Apples and Peanut Butter on Whole Wheat: Spread two tablespoons of peanut butter on whole wheat bread and top with apple slices. Delicious and filling!

Cucumber and Tomato Salad: Toss sliced cucumbers and tomatoes with feta cheese and light dressing in a “to-go” container. Want more protein? Add chunks of chicken or tuna.

Pita, Sliced Veggies and Hummus: Slice a pita and fresh veggies for dipping (carrots, peppers, and cucumbers work well). Put hummus in a “to-go” container and dip away!

Raid the Icebox: Take a look in your refrigerator. Grab that extra tomato or bell pepper, some cheese, and a couple of slices of bread. Add a little mayo or mustard and make a quick sandwich. Get creative and stretch your weekly grocery budget!

Dinner

Tip: Divide leftovers into individual servings for quick meals during the week!

Tuna, Mac and Cheese with Peas: Grab a box of your favorite low-fat macaroni and cheese. As the noodles are cooking, add half of a package of frozen peas halfway through cooking time. Drain and return to pan, and add cheese mix and tuna. Kick it up a notch with fresh parmesan cheese and cracked pepper!

Eggs, Rice and Spinach: Cook rice over the stove top. Choose brown rice as a healthier option. While rice is cooking, microwave a package of frozen spinach and cook two eggs. This is an easy Ecuadorian favorite in under 20 minutes!

More Than Minestrone Soup: Take a can of your favorite minestrone soup. Doctor it up with frozen corn, peas, green beans, and kidney beans and heat. Add some parmesan cheese for flavor and chunks of bread on the side.

Easy Bake Ravioli: Take one package of frozen cheese ravioli and place in baking pan. Pour one container of your favorite spaghetti sauce over the ravioli and sprinkle with mozzarella or parmesan cheese. Cover with tin foil and bake for 50-55 minutes at 425 degrees. Don’t forget your greens! Add a tossed salad on the side.

Easy Chicken Bake: Place thawed chicken tenders at the bottom of a baking pan. Mix one cup sour cream with one can of cream of mushroom soup and pour on top of the chicken. Cook one box of stuffing and cover the chicken and soup mix. Bake 35 minutes at 375 degrees for an easy home cooked classic.