5 Cozy Weeknight Dinners You’ll Make on Repeat (Dietitian Approved Dinner Plan)

As a registered dietitian, chef, and mom, I’m seasoned in making food that’s exciting, delicious, and nourishing. One strategy I use frequently to accomplish that goal is the “complete meal” approach. A complete meal should have the following things: a plant or meat-based protein, two or more vegetables, and one whole grain (or starchy equivalent, like potatoes or peas). All of the dietitian-approved dinners in this plan are considered complete meals.

In this recipe, the salmon and broccoli cover the protein and vegetable category. I’ll often serve a dish like this alongside brown rice or roasted potatoes. And may also add in snow peas or sliced bok choy for even more veggies. I’m a big fan of the sheet pan meal. I love the simplicity and easy clean-up, and also that I can cook the meal on one pan.