Mastering Weekly Meal Prep: 5 Easy Laura's Lean Recipes for Healthy Family Dinners

If you're a busy mom juggling family, work, and wellness, mastering healthy meal prep for families can be a game-changer. Imagine opening the fridge and having family-friendly meals ready to go for the entire week—without spending every evening cooking. With a little planning, you can feed your crew high-protein family meals that are budget-friendly, clean-eating approved, and loved by even the pickiest eaters.

We’ve rounded up 5 easy recipes from LaurasLean.com to help you get started with a 7-day family meal plan with grocery list included. These recipes are perfect for prep and freeze meals for family, make-ahead meals for busy weeknights, or batch cooking for families.

Stuffed Bell Peppers & Zucchini Boats

This grill-friendly twist on classic stuffed veggies is perfect for summer evenings. Packed with seasoned ground beef and rice, they're a colorful, wholesome option for the whole family.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Laura’s Lean Ground Beef
• 2 bell peppers, halved and seeded
• 2 zucchinis, halved lengthwise and scooped
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
• Salt, pepper, garlic powder to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill or oven to 375°F.
2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned; drain excess fat.
3. Mix in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and seasonings.
4. Stuff the mixture into pepper and zucchini halves.
5. Top with cheese if using.
6. Grill or bake for 20–25 minutes until tender and heated through.

One-Pan Ground Beef Tacos

This quick, 25-minute recipe is ideal for weeknights. The beef is seasoned and cooked in one pan, then served with your favorite taco toppings.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Laura’s Lean Ground Beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/4 cup water
• 8 taco shells
• Lettuce, tomato, cheese, salsa for toppings

Instructions:

1. Brown beef in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add taco seasoning and water; simmer until thickened.
3. Serve in taco shells with desired toppings.

Cilantro & Lime Rice Bowls

These bowls combine seasoned ground beef with fresh cilantro-lime rice, creating a refreshing and satisfying meal. Great for prep and customizable with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Laura’s Lean Ground Beef
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 cup corn
• Salsa or hot sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brown beef in a skillet and season to taste.
2. Mix cooked rice with cilantro and lime juice.
3. Layer beef, rice, corn, and avocado in bowls.
4. Top with salsa or hot sauce if desired.

Healthy Stir Fry

A versatile dish loaded with vegetables and lean ground beef, tossed in a savory sauce. Serve over rice or noodles.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Laura’s Lean Ground Beef
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell pepper, carrots)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Cooked rice or noodles to serve

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in skillet; cook garlic until fragrant.
2. Add beef and cook until browned.
3. Add vegetables and stir-fry until just tender.
4. Add soy sauce and toss to coat.
5. Serve over rice or noodles.

Extra Veggie Sloppy Joes

A healthier take on a classic favorite, these sloppy joes are packed with vegetables and lean ground beef. Great for picky eaters and easy to make ahead.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Laura’s Lean Ground Beef
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded carrot
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce or ketchup
• 1 tbsp mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Whole grain buns

Instructions:

1. Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and carrot.
2. Stir in tomato sauce and mustard; simmer 5–10 minutes.
3. Season to taste and serve on buns.

Final Thoughts

Meal prepping doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With these family meal prep ideas, you can start building a healthy meal rotation for family that supports your goals and frees up your weeknights. Whether you’re new to how to start meal prepping or a seasoned batch cooker, these easy healthy dinner ideas can help you save time, reduce stress, and stick to your healthy eating habits for families.

Looking for more ideas? Explore more clean-eating meal prep recipes at lauraslean.com/recipes.

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