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Things That Make Eating Healthier So Much Easier
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items Kitchen tools, meal prep favorites & everyday finds that make eating more real food a lot less work. 🙌
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Meal Prep Without Spending All Sunday Cooking
Tools That Make Actual Meals Faster
Making Breakfast & Snacks Easier
Meal Prep Without Spending All Sunday Cooking
I love the idea of having healthy meals ready to go during the week, but spending my entire Sunday cooking? No thanks. 😂 I'm all about keeping meal prep simple—washing and chopping veggies ahead of time, prepping a few ingredients, and having easy o...
You know when you're trying to pour soup, sauce, or chopped veggies into a freezer bag, and the bag decides to fold over at the worst possible moment? These little stands hold the bags open so you have both hands free. Genius!
Ruibo Baggy Rack Holder for Meal Prep, 8 Pack
These little Figmint containers from Target would be handy for packing salad dressing, dips, hummus, or other small extras without taking up a bunch of room in your lunch bag. I like having everything separate until it's time to eat, especially when ...
Little Containers That Make Packing Lunch Easier 8pc (Set of 4): Condiment Food Storage Container Set - Figmint™
We use both stainless steel and ceramic nonstick pans in our house, and honestly, they each have their quirks. There's definitely a learning curve with getting the heat just right, and cleanup isn't always as easy as you'd hope. 😂 But we feel better...
When You Still Want the Convenience of Nonstick: GreenPan Nova Gallery 2pc (10" and 12") Stainless Steel and Ceramic Nonstick Champagne Handle Fry Pan Set
Perfect for making a few lunches ahead of time or keeping leftovers organized in the fridge. Anything that makes eating healthy during a busy workweek a little easier is worth looking into.
Meal Prep Made Easy with Good Containers
These little stainless steel containers are perfect for keeping salad dressing separate until you're ready to eat. I like that they're reusable, have leakproof lids, and are small enough to toss into a lunch bag. Such a simple thing, but really handy...
Because Nobody Wants a Soggy Salad: 8 Pack 2.4oz Leakproof Salad Dressing Containers
I love fresh berries, but keeping them organized in the fridge is another story. This divided berry bin from Target has separate compartments, so you can keep different berries together without mixing everything up. I like the idea of washing and pre...
Because I Always Buy More Berries Than I Need 🍓: Divided Berry Bin with lid Clear - Brightroom™: Refrigerator Organizer, Kitchen Storage, Freezer-Safe
I don't mind cooking, but all the chopping and prep work? Not my favorite part. 😂 This would be so handy for getting onions, peppers, and other veggies ready for salads, bowls, or quick dinners during the week. Anything that cuts down on prep time i...
Mueller Pro 10-in-1 Veggie Chopper & Slicer
We pretty much only use stainless steel cookware because it's durable, holds up well over time, and doesn't have the same coating concerns as traditional nonstick pans. This 10pc set has just about everything you need!
One Reason I'm a Fan of Stainless Steel Cookware: Cuisinart 10pc Classic Stainless Steel Cookware Set
Tools That Make Actual Meals Faster
I don't mind cooking, but after a full day of work, I don't want to spend forever getting dinner on the table. These are the kitchen tools that help cut down on all the chopping, shredding, prepping, and little tasks that make cooking take longer than it needs to.
An air fryer is already one of those kitchen appliances that makes throwing together a quick meal so much easier, but this gorgeous green color?! I'm obsessed. I love the idea of using it for crispy veggies, chicken, or a quick dinner when I don't feel like turning on the oven. And honestly, it's cute enough to leave on the counter.
Okay, But Can We Talk About That GREEN?! 💚: Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6.5-Qt, 4-in-1, Air Crisp Technology, Nonstick Crisper Plate
If you meal prep with shredded chicken, you know how annoying it can be to stand there pulling it apart with two forks. This little gadget lets you twist and shred cooked chicken in seconds.
Chicken Shredder Tool Twist Large with Brush&Fork
This is one of those kitchen finds that makes you wonder why you didn't think of it sooner. Instead of freezing an entire pot of soup in one big container, you can freeze individual 2-cup portions and just pull out what you need. Great for homemade s...
Silicone Freezer Tray for Soup Ice Cubes 2-Cup
There's something nice about getting dinner started in the morning and not having to think about it all day. This 7-quart slow cooker would be great for making a big batch of chili, soup, or shredded chicken that you can use for a few meals throughou...
Crockpot 7-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker
I'm a big fan of sheet pan dinners, especially when I don't feel like spending a lot of time cooking. These uncoated aluminum baking sheets come in three different sizes, which is handy for roasting veggies, cooking chicken, or prepping smaller porti...
Sometimes the Simplest Kitchen Tools Are the Best: Nordic Ware Naturals 3pc Aluminum Jelly Quarter Eighth Set Silver: Baking & Cookie Sheet Bakeware, Hand Wash, Oven-Safe
I don't know about you, but I'm not a fan of cutting into chicken three times to figure out if it's cooked all the way through. A little digital meat thermometer makes it so much easier to check without guessing. Handy for chicken, fish, and other pr...
Because Guessing If the Chicken Is Done Isn't a Great Plan: Taylor Compact Instant-Read Pen Style Digital Kitchen Meat Thermometer: Stainless Steel, Digital Display, -40 to 450°F
Making Breakfast & Snacks Easier
Busy mornings and snack cravings don't have to make healthy eating complicated. These clever little finds make it easier to whip up a quick breakfast, prep snacks ahead of time, and have something good ready when hunger hits.
I love making egg bites - such an easy way to get a lot of protein and tons of options for add-ins. This is convenient b/c you can make 4 at a time easily with little to no clean up!
Dash Egg Bite Maker - Aqua: 4-Egg Cooker, Electric Egg Cooker, Dishwasher-Safe Parts
I love the idea of prepping overnight oats or yogurt parfaits ahead of time, but I don't want my toppings sitting in yogurt all night. These little jars have a separate compartment for granola, nuts, fruit, or whatever you're adding, plus a folding s...
Because Soggy Granola Ruins a Good Breakfast : 4 Pack Overnight Oats Jar Containers with Lids, Folding Spoons and Divided Compartments, Reusable 16oz Containers
I love a good breakfast sandwich, but I don't always have time to stand at the stove cooking eggs and putting everything together. This little gadget cooks the egg and heats up your sandwich all in one place. Such a handy way to make a filling breakf...
Because Breakfast Sandwiches Aren't Just for Weekends: Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker with Timer
I love the idea of using these reusable silicone baking cups for more than just muffins. Think mini egg bites, baked oatmeal cups, or little portions of breakfast you can make ahead and grab during a busy week. They're also handy for separating snack...
: Silicone Baking Cups (12 Pack)
Some mornings, sitting down to make breakfast just isn't happening. A personal blender like this makes it easy to throw together a smoothie with fruit, spinach, Greek yogurt, or whatever you have on hand. I like the idea of making one serving without...
For Mornings When Breakfast Needs to Be Quick: Nutribullet Personal Blender
I love that this little container has a separate spot for hummus, ranch, peanut butter, or whatever you're dipping into that day. Perfect for packing a snack for work, and the sage green color is really cute, too!
Snack and Dip Food Storage Container Sage - Figmint™