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Some nights — especially when you have had a day — you just can’t find the energy to cook up a meal. And most mornings? We’re just lucky if we can make it out the door with matching shoes on. Great news: The freezer aisle has been getting a much-needed revamp over the past few years, so there are more healthy frozen meals than ever before to keep you covered morning, noon, and night. Fill up your freezer with these healthy frozen dinners and delicious breakfast picks, so you won’t have to default to delivery on those days when you just can’t even (or, when you’re out of groceries and there’s a snowstorm outside).
But before you head to the grocery store, a few tips:
Read the label: Ideally, you should be able to recognize and/or pronounce the entire ingredient list. Most importantly, though, the first listed ingredients should be whole foods (think: 100% whole-grains, sweet potatoes, broccoli, eggs, beans).
Check the sodium: Many frozen entrées contain 500+ mg of sodium (and often much more than that!), which is more than 20% of your recommended daily allotment. Aim for a meal that clocks in at 490 mg or less for dinner. Bonus points if the meal also has at least 4 grams of protein and fiber.
Pick your protein wisely: Prioritize leaner cuts of meat, plant-based protein like scrambled eggs or tofu, and seafood when possible.
Portion control: Don’t be fooled by the picture on the front of the package. Sometimes the frozen meal inside is half the size of what’s shown. This means the portion could be too small or too low in calories to actually fill you up and keep you satisfied. It’s always a good idea to round it out with a healthy serving of fruit or vegetables (i.e. a hearty side salad!). Otherwise you may find yourself hungry later on, leading you to eat twelve cookies.
Looking for healthy frozen meals delivered? Check out our picks for the best healthy meal delivery services.
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