If you are following the Whole 30 lifestyle, you’ll want to have a list of quick and easy recipes for dinner on hand. Whole 30 requires that you eat mostly whole foods, which means you’re going to be cooking! If your weeknights are busy, you’ll need meals that are easy to prep, that you can put together quickly, and get dinner on the table without too much fuss. We’ve got a list of Whole 30 dinner ideas that will have healthy meals on your table in no time.
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What Is Whole 30?
Whole 30 is a 30-day reset that helps you curb cravings and bad eating habits, heal your digestive tract, and calm your immune system. You’ll temporarily eliminate problematic foods from your diet that may potentially be causing negative mental or physical impacts on your body. Some people may associate Whole 30 with weight loss diet trends, but while it can help, the program is not intended specifically for that purpose. The program was originally designed to change overall eating habits and remove inflammatory foods from your diet to improve overall health.
What’s eliminated from your diet for Whole 30?
- No real or artificial added sugar
- No alcohol
- No grains
- No legumes
- No dairy
- No carrageenan or sulfites
See our full list of Whole 30 Rules
Be sure to check the ingredients list on the prepackaged items you buy including sauces, meats, nuts, etc. There are many products available now that are made to be Whole 30 compliant, so keep an eye out for the Whole 30 Approved logo on things like salad dressings, mayo, and other condiments.
Whole 30 Benefits
People who follow the Whole 30 program often claim to experience a number of benefits from their change in eating habits. And many people who try it, go on to continue eating in the Whole 30 style as often as possible. Some of those benefits include:
- Better sleep
- Reduced joint pain
- Improved digestion (get rid of or reduce acid reflux, bloating, heartburn, gas)
- Acne may improve
- Rashes and skin conditions may improve from elimination of allergenic foods
- Improved allergies and sinus issues
- Reduction of chronic pain
- Controlled blood sugar
- Lower blood pressure
- Improved mood
- Reduction of anxiety
- Improved focus and productivity
Whole 30 Dinner Tips
When it comes to getting dinner ready, whether you’re cooking for yourself or a whole family, most weeknights, you want something that doesn’t take too much time. After a long day, we don’t want to spend an hour chopping and prepping, plus cook time…not to mention the clean-up part. Here are a few tips to make your Whole 30 dinners manageable.
- Buy pre-sliced produce so you can just grab what you need and add it to the pan when you’re ready.
- Prep your ingredients on the weekend and organize them by meal so when it comes time to cook, you can just grab your pre-prepped ingredients and go.
- Make one or two large batch recipes on the weekend so that you have an already cooked dinner that is ready to be reheated.
- Choose easy recipes like one-pot skillets, casseroles, soups, and sheet pan meals to eliminate extra dishes to clean up.
- Use your Instant Pot and slow cooker. These make meal prep so much easier, and reduce the time you have to spend in the kitchen.
- Plan your meals ahead of time and be sure to have your fridge and pantry stocked so you don’t have to make extra trips to the store mid-week.
Whole 30 Dinner Ideas
These Whole 30 Dinner Ideas are easy to prep, so you can put them together quickly, and get dinner on the table without too much fuss.
Whole30 Mongolian Beef (Paleo, Keto, AIP Option)
This Whole 30 Mongolian Beef recipe can be ready in just 20 minutes. I can eat this at least once a week, so make a big batch for leftovers! Serve it with a side of cauliflower rice or a salad.
One Skillet Chicken Cacciatore {Paleo, Whole30} -
This One Skillet Chicken Cacciatore is perfect for weeknight dinners. Serve it over a side of veggie noodles for a complete meal.
Creamy Garlic Spaghetti Squash Casserole (Paleo, Whole30 + Dairy-Free)
This spaghetti squash casserole is creamy and delicious, and the whole family will adore this easy one pan dish.
Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe
This is a delicious one-pot soup recipe that is packd with protein and veggies for a hearty and healthy dinner.
One Pan Lemon Chicken with Asparagus
This easy one pan lemon chicken with asparagus is made with a simple lemon mustard sauce. Serve is with a side of roasted potatoes or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Meal (Whole30 and Paleo)
In the mood for take out? Try this Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Meal.
Whole30 Harvest Sheet Pan Dinner
This Harvest Sheet Pan Dinner is a sweet and savory combination of chicken sausage, apples, butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and bacon tossed in a delicious marinade and baked to perfection! You can even add some potatoes to this one.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken {Paleo, Whole30, Keto} %
This is one of my favorite recipes! This creamy tuscan chicken with sun dried tomatoes is fast and filling and the whole family will love it.
Steak Sheet Pan Dinner - Whole30
There's nothing more hearty than steak and potatoes, and this one comes together easily on one sheet pan.
Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup
You're going to love this creamy and comforting chicken pot pie soup. Best part, toss it in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner is ready when you get home.
Crockpot Whole Chicken (Paleo, Keto, Whole30)
This is one of my favorite things to do to plan for weeknight dinners. Pop a whole chicken in the slow cooker on Monday morning and you've got dinner ready, plus leftovers for the next busy night, too.
Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew: Whole30, Paleo, Gluten-Free
Beef stew is a busy night staple. Make it ahead of time in the crock pot so you have a hearty meal ready in minutes. You'll love all the veggies packed into this one.
Rosemary Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon
Rosemary Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon looks super elegant, but it's surprisingly simple to make and you've got a complete meal on one pan.
Sheet Pan Chili Lime Shrimp Fajitas
Sheet Pan Chili Lime Shrimp Fajitas are made with wholesome ingredients for a fast and fresh meal! Everything is made on a sheet pan with a super flavorful marinade.
Teriyaki Beef Sheet Pan Dinner
Get an Asian-inspired meal on the table in no time with this Teriyaki Beef Sheet Pan Dinner that combines thinly sliced beef and broccoli with a Paleo and gluten-free marinade that bakes up in 30 minutes!
Whole30 Sloppy Joe Bowls
These Whole 30 Sloppy Joes are served over a baked potato. You won't believe how quick these are to make and they're filling and delicious!
Tuscan Garlic Shrimp {Paleo, Whole30}
You can make this healthy, kid-approved Whole 30 Tuscan Shrimp in one pan and it's ready in just 20 minutes.
Vietnamese Garlic Shrimp (Paleo, Whole30, Keto, Easy)
This Vietnamese Garlic Shrimp is golden seared on the outside, juicy on the inside, and drenched in a spicy chili garlic sauce. Serve it over a saide of cauliflower rice!
Korean Ground Beef | Keto, Paleo
This Korean Ground Beef is super versatile. Make a big batch of it and you can serve it in lettuce wraps, over cauli rice, on top of potatoes or on a salad.
Egg Roll in a Bowl (Keto, Whole30, Gluten Free)
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a super quick and easy weeknight dinner recipe. It's ready in minutes and it's packed with healthy veggies, and it tastes great!
Sheet Pan Sausage, Pesto, and Roasted Tomato Noodle Bowls (Paleo)
This noodle bowl is made with avocado pesto, roasted tomatoes, and sausage, tossed with zucchini noodles for a quick and easy dinner that tastes great!
Whole30 Instant Pot Seafood Gumbo (Paleo, Low Carb, Dairy Free)
This Seafood Gumbo cooks in minutes in the Instant Pot with sea bass, shrimp, and fresh veggies!
Instant Pot Short Ribs
These Instant Pot Short Ribs are delicious served with mashed sweet potatoes. It looks and tastes like it took all day to prepare, but it cooks quickly in the Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs with Mushroom Gravy
Who said you can't have comfort food? These swedish meatballs are Whole 30 compliant and super flavorful. Serve them with mashed or baked potatoes fore a quick and hearty dinner.
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