When it comes to cooking at home, sometimes simplest is best. That’s why I love preparing Whole30-compliant dishes! Whether you’re committed to the full 30-day program or just wanting to weave new healthy recipes into your diet, you and your family will love these easy, delicious Whole30 recipes!

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    Whole30 Meals

    Whole30 recipes are perfect for when you want to eat clean and feel better. They are simple, made with real ingredients, and often don’t take very long to prepare.

    When it comes to healthy cooking and eating, I’ve found that simplest is best — especially on a busy weeknight or when you’re meal-prepping. Sometimes all you need is a lean protein and some veggies.

    Meal-prepping is a crucial component of the Whole30 program. It helps to prevent the need to think about what you’re going to eat so that you can focus of simply fueling your body. Keeping it simple is the best way to be successful on this journey!

    Below I am sharing my go to dinners, sides, salads, dressings and sauces all approved on the Whole30 meal plan!

    Whole30 Entrées

    Shredded Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef in white bowl with fork

    Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef: With only 15 minutes of prep time, recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or your next Taco Tuesday. Let your pressure cooker do the work for you and have dinner on the table in just over an hour!

    Instant Pot Vegetable Soup in white bowls with spoon

    Instant Pot Vegetable Soup: This soup is one of my go to Whole30 Recipes! A breeze to make and packed with that cooked-all-day flavor we all love in soups, but without the hassle of having to cook it all day. You can make this in just 15 minutes!

    Instant Pot Shredded Chicken in white bowl with fresh cracked pepper on top

    Instant Pot Shredded Chicken: This is the absolute easiest and simplest way to batch cook juicy, tender chicken to eat on its own or use in another Whole30 recipe

    Chicken Puttanesca in white casserole dish with wooden spoon

    Chicken Puttanesca: Juicy chicken thighs are simmered in a rich tomato broth with olives and capers. You can make this recipe on the stovetop, oven or in the slow cooker.

    Spiralized Zucchini with Tomato Sauce

    Zucchini “Pasta” with Tomato Sauce: A healthy, low-carb meal that can be made in under 30 minutes.

    Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken in crockpot

    Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken: Chicken breasts slow cooked until tender and juicy in a tangy barbecue sauce.

     

    Crispy Instant Pot Carnitas in Instant Pot

    Crispy Instant Pot Carnitas: They take only 30 minutes in the instant pot and are super easy to make. Cooking these carnitas low and slow makes them so tender and juicy!

    Instant Pot Chicken Carnitas on sheet tray

    Instant Pot Chicken Carnitas: These chicken carnitas are loaded with Mexican spices, onions, garlic, fresh squeezed orange and lime juice. They come out spicy, tender and juicy!

    Whole30 Sides

    whole 30 compliant deviled eggs on the white plate

    Instant Pot Deviled Eggs: This Southern staple is popular across the country because of their rich flavor, simple assembly, and classic look. They make a wonderful appetizer or side dish at any get-together with family and friends.

    Whole 30 Spicy Chipotle Guacamole with tortilla chips

    Spicy Chipotle Guacamole: Smokey, spicy and loaded with flavor, this guacamole get’s it’s heat from chopped up chipotles in adobo. Perfect as a snack or appetizer and only takes 10 minutes to make!

    Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges on white tray

    Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges: A super easy and healthy side dish that comes together in minutes! All you need is 4 ingredients and 30 minutes to make these sweet potato wedges.

    Chipotle Corn Salsa in white bowl

    Chipotle Corn Salsa: Loaded with super sweet corn, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno and roasted poblano peppers, this corn salsa taste’s just like Chipotle’s. Only it’s better!

    Air Fryer Vegetables in white bowl with spoon

    Air Fryer Vegetables: This recipe is sure to be your new favorite way to work veggies into any meal! It’s super quick, easy, and flavorful. Plus, you can use any combination of vegetables you like!

    Baked French Fries on white plate with ketchup

    Baked French Fries: These are easy, delicious, and might give your favorite restaurant brand a run for its money! Soft and fluffy on the inside, yet extra crispy on the outside.

    Whole30 Salads

    Cucumber Avocado Salad in white bowl with spoon

    Cucumber Avocado Salad: This recipe is simple, refreshing, and bright. Packed with fresh veggies like cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, and avocado, this is a great side dish for grilling season!

    Watermelon Feta Salad in two bowls

    Watermelon Feta Salad: This recipe is loaded with tons of fresh berries and basil. This is the perfect light and refreshing summer salad! Pair with a Whole30-compliant dressing, and omit the cheese.

    Whole30 Mexican Kale Salad with a Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette in large white bowl

    Mexican Kale Salad with a Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette: Loaded with black beans, jalapeno, corn, and red bell pepper. Just omit the cheese and any sugar from the dressing, and this is a Whole30 salad!

    Whole30 Dressings and Sauces

    Whole30 Salsa Verde in clear mason jar

    Salsa Verde: This recipe is ready in 10 minutes with only 7 ingredients! Pan-roasted for extra flavor and pureed with garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice, this simple salsa is just like the restaurant version.

    Whole30 Mixed Berry Compote in small white bowl with spoon

    Mixed Berry Compote: Whip together a quick batch of this 3-ingredient berry compote recipe when you’re craving something healthy and sweet.

    Whole30 Homemade Cajun Seasoning in white bowl with spoon

    Homemade Cajun Seasoning: It only requires eight dry spices you likely have on hand. It’s the perfect way to spice up any dish!

    Whole30 Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce in crockpot with wooden spoon

    Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce: It’s simmered low and slow for 8 hours! A quick and easy make ahead meal that makes tons of leftovers.