Healthy Weekly Meal Plan for Lent: Delicious Recipes, 21 Day Fix & WW Friendly Meals (Week of 3/3/25)
Kick off Lent with a nourishing and delicious Healthy Weekly Meal Plan, packed with yummy dinners and a brand new recipe to excite your taste buds! This comprehensive meal plan simplifies your week by providing breakfast, lunch, and five dinner recipes. We’ve also included all the details for 21 Day Fix Containers and WW points, along with a convenient meal planning spreadsheet to make your healthy eating journey effortless and enjoyable.
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Healthy Meal Plan Overview
This week, we’re slowly transitioning from the cozy comfort of winter dishes to the fresh, vibrant flavors of spring. A recent tease of warmer weather has us eagerly anticipating lighter, seasonal fare, but for now, our meal plan perfectly blends hearty, comforting recipes with bright, springtime options to carry us through. It’s the ideal balance to keep you satisfied and energized.
As we embark on the journey of Lent, this meal plan thoughtfully incorporates meat-free alternatives for Fridays, helping you observe this spiritual season with delicious, wholesome choices. We’re kicking things off on Fat Tuesday with a flavorful Instant Pot Jambalaya, a hearty and satisfying dish that’s perfect before the Lenten fast. For our first meat-free Friday, get ready for an amazing “fake-out takeout” experience with our Air Fryer Salmon Bites Bowls – they’re incredibly yummy and quick to prepare!
We’re also thrilled to introduce a brand *NEW* recipe this week: Sticky Air Fryer Chicken Thighs. This recipe promises to be a family favorite, offering an easy, delicious dinner option that’s bursting with flavor. With these diverse and exciting dinner options, your evenings will be both enjoyable and aligned with your healthy eating goals.
For a high-protein breakfast that’s both delicious and convenient, our Whipped Cottage Cheese and Greek Yogurt Cups are an excellent choice. If you’re looking for an even quicker shortcut, I highly recommend my current obsession: frozen fruit. Simply place a handful of frozen berries or cherries at the bottom of a mason jar, layer with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, and let it thaw overnight in the fridge. By morning, you’ll have a delightful, jammy, and perfectly textured breakfast that’s ready to go. It’s truly a game-changer for busy mornings!
We hope you have a fantastic and healthy week ahead, filled with delicious meals and mindful eating!
Introducing Our Fit Healthy Meal Plans App
For those who love our meal plan inspiration and are looking for an even more streamlined approach to healthy eating, we’re excited to re-introduce our Meal Planning App called Fit Healthy Meal Plans! This innovative app is designed to transform the way you plan your meals, offering unparalleled customization and convenience. It’s truly a game-changer for anyone committed to a healthy lifestyle and efficient meal preparation.
With the Fit Healthy Meal Plans app, you can effortlessly take our weekly meal plan suggestions and completely tailor them to your unique preferences, dietary needs, and schedule. The app also generates a customized grocery list, making your shopping trips faster and more organized than ever before. Imagine having all your meal planning needs met in one intuitive platform!
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Exclusive for App Users: We consistently publish our newest recipes to the app first, giving our dedicated users early access before they appear on the blog. Be sure to check the app regularly for fresh and exciting dishes! Find these exclusive recipes and many more on the Fit Healthy Meal Plans app. It’s the best way to stay ahead of the curve with healthy, delicious meals.
Understanding This Weekly Meal Plan
If you’re new to our weekly meal plans, welcome! For those familiar with our full plans, you’ll find that these weekly guides offer a slightly more flexible approach while still providing comprehensive support for your healthy eating goals. Each week, we meticulously plan five delicious dinners and a convenient breakfast option, along with a versatile lunch suggestion to keep your mid-day meals exciting and nutritious.
Our weekly plans are meticulously designed to align with the 21 Day Fix container system, ensuring you maintain optimal portion control and balanced nutrition. Additionally, we’ve included Weight Watchers points for each recipe, making it easy for WW members to track their progress. This plan is ideal for anyone committed to healthy eating, mindful portion control, prioritizing nutrient-dense whole foods, and embracing a sustainable healthy lifestyle. It’s about making healthy choices accessible and enjoyable, without sacrificing flavor or variety.
Seamless Meal Prep: Grocery List and Tips
To truly simplify your week and make healthy eating effortless, our comprehensive grocery list is an invaluable resource. This detailed list, along with our expert printable prep tips, is exclusively available to our valued email subscribers! These resources are designed to help you organize your shopping and streamline your meal preparation, ensuring your week runs incredibly smoothly in the kitchen.
Imagine knowing exactly what you need to buy and having a step-by-step guide to prep your ingredients efficiently. This can significantly reduce stress, save time, and prevent food waste. It’s never too late to gain access to these fantastic tools! Becoming an email subscriber is completely FREE and unlocks these essential resources. Just click this link to sign up and start receiving your weekly grocery lists and prep tips directly in your inbox. Empower your healthy eating journey with organized planning and efficient preparation!
Tailored for 21 Day FIX | Portion Fix Followers
For our dedicated 21 Day Fix and Portion Fix community, we’ve made meal planning incredibly simple and efficient. All five dinners and the planned breakfast for this week are already pre-loaded into a convenient meal planning spreadsheet, which you can access here. This spreadsheet is designed to take the guesswork out of container counting, helping you stay perfectly on track with your nutritional goals.
To complete your daily plan, simply add in your preferred lunch options and healthy snacks, then make any minor adjustments needed to fit your specific calorie bracket. For the best user experience, click the spreadsheet link, make a copy when prompted, and save it directly to your computer (please note that it may not function optimally on a mobile phone). This personalized tool ensures you meet your daily container targets with ease and confidence.
If you prefer a tangible, pen-and-paper approach to tracking your progress, we’ve got you covered with these fantastic printable resources:
- 21 Day Fix Meal Planner PDF – perfect for visual planning and hand-written notes.
- 2B Mindset spreadsheet tracking tool – an excellent alternative for those who appreciate detailed tracking.
We are committed to providing you with the best tools and resources to make your 21 Day Fix journey successful and enjoyable!
Guidance for Weight Watchers Meal Plan Followers
For our valued Weight Watchers members, we understand the importance of accurate points tracking. We are diligently working to update every recipe on our site to reflect the newest WW points system. This is an ongoing process to ensure all our content is current and helpful for your journey.
You’ll find that some recipes currently include a direct link to help you calculate your personal points, while others have the precise points listed directly within the recipe notes. In both scenarios, the most up-to-date WW points information can be found in the “notes” section of the recipe card on each individual blog post. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to adapt our entire recipe library to the latest Weight Watchers system. Your commitment to a healthy lifestyle is inspiring, and we are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
To get a comprehensive overview of how all the meals for the week of March 3rd, 2025, fit together, you can easily access our detailed 3.3.25 Meal Plan at a Glance Spreadsheet. This spreadsheet is your go-to resource for visualizing your entire week of healthy eating.For the best experience and full functionality, we recommend clicking the spreadsheet link, making a copy when prompted, and saving it to your computer. Please note that while it might open on a phone, its features and user experience are optimized for desktop use.
This week, I’m really enjoying a tuna kick, so I plan to elevate our Greek Pasta Salad by topping it with tuna for an extra boost of protein and flavor. Feel free to customize your Greek Pasta Salad with your favorite protein source, whether it’s grilled chicken, leftover salmon, or any other protein you have on hand. The versatility of this dish makes it perfect for incorporating what you love!Additionally, you might find that our Instant Pot Jambalaya and Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe both yield about six servings. This means you’ll likely have delicious leftovers that are perfect for convenient and satisfying lunches throughout the week! Minimizing food waste and maximizing meal prep is always a win.For even more inspiration, check out our highly popular post featuring 35+ High Protein Lunch Ideas! You’re sure to find something new and exciting to add to your lunch rotation.
When I approach meal planning, I always follow a strategic order to ensure I meet my nutritional goals effectively. I begin by planning my dinners, which are often the most complex meals, then move on to breakfast, and finally, lunch. Once these main meals are set, I fill in my snacks for the day, utilizing my remaining macros, points, or containers. This method ensures that I make the most of my allowances and maintain a balanced diet.For a wealth of ideas on how to incorporate healthy and satisfying snacks into your daily routine, our post Healthy Snack Ideas | 21 Day Fix Snacks is an excellent resource. It provides creative and delicious options to help you fill in any remaining containers, points, or macros after you’ve planned the rest of your day, making sure you stay fueled and focused!
Maintaining your healthy eating habits on Saturdays and Sundays is just as important for achieving optimal results with your 21 Day Fix plan. After following this structured healthy weekly meal plan, you’ll likely have a few leftover meals or ingredients. To prevent food waste and keep your healthy journey on track, we recommend taking a quick inventory of your fridge and pantry at the end of the week. This allows you to thoughtfully plan your weekend meals around what you already have.Many people enjoy having a healthy takeout meal one night on the weekend – think delicious salads topped with grilled protein, or a satisfying slice of veggie pizza. To help you make smart choices and navigate weekend eating, we’ve created a very helpful resource: our Healthy Weekend Meals post. It’s packed with ideas and tips to keep you inspired and accountable!
You are absolutely in luck! We understand that sometimes you need a fully pre-planned guide to kickstart or maintain your healthy eating journey. That’s why we offer an extensive collection of 20 FREE and FULL 21 Day Fix Meal Plans, meticulously crafted for all calorie brackets. Each plan provides every meal laid out for you, taking all the guesswork out of your daily nutrition. Simply choose the plan that aligns with your calorie needs, and you’re ready to go! These comprehensive plans are designed to provide maximum support and convenience for your healthy lifestyle.
This Week’s Delightful Meal Plan
Breakfast: Whipped Cottage Cheese and Greek Yogurt Cups
Groceries:
- ¾ cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1-2 tsp raw sugar optional, depending on how sweet your protein powder is
- zest from one lemon
- 1/2 cup blueberries and/or raspberries
- 1 Tbsp GF graham cracker crumbs optional
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Lunch: Greek Pasta Salad topped with your favorite protein
Groceries:
- 3 cups cooked whole wheat or GF pasta
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 2 cups broccoli florets cut up small
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes cut in half or left whole
- 1/4 red onion sliced (TIP: soak your red onion in water while your pasta is boiling. This takes out the “bite.”)
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbles
- 20 olives I used kalamata
- 1/2 lemon
Dressing
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1-2 tablespoons water
- Sprinkle salt and fresh pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Sprinkle garlic powder
- Juice from 1 lemon
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Monday: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Groceries:
- 2 tsp butter, vegan butter, or ghee
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 1 ½ cup carrots chopped
- ½ onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 bay leaf optional, if you have one
- 6 cups chicken broth or stock
- 1 lemon for 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 lb chicken tenderloins or boneless, skinless chicken breast
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup gluten-free orzo pasta
- 2 Tbsp Fresh parsley plus more for garnish
- Fresh dill for garnish
- 1/2 cup Feta optional topping
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese shredded, optional topping
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Tuesday: IP Jambalaya
Groceries:
For the Cajun Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon sea or kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For the Jambalaya
- 6 teaspoon olive oil divided
- 1/2 lb chicken sausage sliced – I used fully cooked Andouille Sausage
- 1/2 lb medium-sized raw shrimp cleaned and peeled
- 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs diced
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice
- 1 1/2 cups organic chicken stock or broth (3 cups for stovetop)
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5oz
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 stalks celery diced
- 2 bell peppers diced
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Wednesday: *NEW* Sticky Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with roasted broccoli
Groceries:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/3 cup coconut aminos
- 1 Tbsp tomato paste freeze your extra paste to use in another recipe!
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger finely chopped
- 1 dash crushed red pepper optional, I leave it out for my picky kids
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ½ Tbsp cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp of water
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Thursday: Chicken Parmesan Pasta
Groceries:
- 2 lbs chicken breast tenderloins diced into pieces and seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
- ½ onion diced
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup water or broth to scrape off any burned bits
- 2 ¼ cups gluten-free pasta
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes 1 large can
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 cup freshly shredded or cubed mozzarella
- ⅓ cup Pecorino Romano or high-quality Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs optional
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Friday: AF Salmon Bites Bowl
Groceries:
For the Salmon Bites
- 1 pound wild-caught salmon
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger
- 1 lime juice from half, or more to taste
- 5 Tbsp Coconut aminos
- 3 Tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Coconut or avocado oil or oil spray
- Salt sprinkle
- garlic powder sprinkle
- Sesame seeds optional garnish
For the Spicy Mayo
- ¼ cup mayo
- 1 Tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp lime juice
- Water to thin optional
For Bowls
- 2 cups Cooked Brown rice
- 1 cup Mini persian Cucumbers
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 2 cups Cauliflower rice
- 2/3 cup Avocado sliced
- Cilantro optional garnish
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We hope this detailed and SEO-optimized healthy weekly meal plan brings ease, flavor, and success to your healthy eating goals. Remember to utilize our resources, like the Fit Healthy Meal Plans app, grocery lists, and prep tips, to make your week even smoother. Happy healthy eating!