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The aim of the paleo diet is to return to eating healthier foods, more natural, and less processed. That means cutting down on sugar and starches and eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. If you’re dedicated to eating paleo and feeling a little stuck for meal ideas, check out our list of Easy Paleo Meal Ideas for delicious paleo meals that are easy to whip up, and taste great.
Easy Paleo Meal Ideas 1. Stuffed Avocados
Stuffed avocado is a delicious snack and a great lunch, but making homemade tortilla chips will make it a fantastic meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 4 avocados
- 2 cups of bay shrimp
- 2 mangos
- 1 cup of diced red onion
- 1 cup of diced red pepper
- Juice of one lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut each avocado in half, and scoop half to leave a bowl
- Mash the avocado in a bowl. Add the shrimp, mango, red onion, and pepper.
- Squeeze lime juice, and mix thoroughly
- Scoop into avocado boats and serve
- Optional – Round out the meal with tortilla chips
Easy Paleo Meal Ideas 2. Lemon Chicken Skillet
Skillet meals are a great choice when you’re in a hurry, and you don’t have time to hang around in the kitchen. This lemon chicken in broccoli is flavorful and bright, and it’s sure to make a filling meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp of olive oil
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp of Italian seasoning
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 lemon quartered
- 1 tbsp of minced garlic
- 1 tbsp of onion powder
- 10 oz of broccoli florets
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat your oil in a skillet. Season the chicken with the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
- Brown chicken for 4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet
- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, and onion powder. Add chicken and simmer
- Simmer for about 5 minutes. Add lemon quarters, then the broccoli
- Broccoli should turn bright green, and the chicken should cook through
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley
Easy Paleo Meal Ideas 3. One Pan Salmon Dish
Eating fish is a great way to get some healthy fats into your diet. The paleo diet has plenty of salmon recipes to choose from, but this one makes use of some of our favorite superfoods, including blueberries and Brussel Sprouts.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups of Brussel sprouts
- 1 cup of fresh blueberries
- 1/3 cup of fresh basil
- 3 tbsp of balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp of minced garlic
- 2 lemons, one juiced and one sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F
- Place salmon fillets on a lined sheet pan
- Chop Brussel sprouts and place them on the pan with salmon
- Sprinkle sea salt on top of salmon and veggies
- Mash your blueberries so they soften a bit
- Add in ¼ cup of olive oil, ¼ tsp salt and pepper, basil, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. Mix well
- Drizzle 2-3 tbsp olive oil over your salmon and Brussel sprouts. Spoon the basil blueberry mixture over your salmon fillets
- Squeeze fresh lemon on top of the salmon and veggies. Place lemon slices on top of veggies. Sprinkle with extra black pepper
- Bake for 15 minutes
Easy Paleo Meal Ideas 4. Paleo Chili
Chili is one of those crowd-pleasing dishes everyone loves. This paleo spin avoids beans for tasty roasted vegetables and gets it’s flavor from delicious bacon and a mix of your favorite chili spices.
Ingredients
- 3 slices of bacon
- ½ a yellow onion, chopped (medium-sized)
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 1 tbsp of minced garlic
- 2 lbs of lean ground turkey
- 2 tsp of ground cumin
- 2 tsp of dried oregano
- 2 tbsp of smoked paprika
- 1 can of seasoned diced tomatoes
- 2 cans of chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat. Remove it from the pot when you hit your desired crispiness. Add in veggies and cook in the bacon grease until soft. Add garlic. Cook until fragrant
- Add ground turkey until cooked through
- Drain fat, and return the mixture to heat
- Add in your spices, including salt and pepper
- Slowly add canned tomatoes and chicken broth to keep the mixture wet, and leave to simmer
- Top with bacon, and your favorite chili toppings, jalapenos, avocado slices or parsley
Easy Paleo Meal Ideas 5. Paleo Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is another family favorite that you can easily upgrade with a paleo spin. This one uses mashed cauliflowers, ground lamb, and carrots. You can swap out the carrots for your favorite vegetables, and the ground meat can be beef, or even chicken or turkey if you prefer.
Ingredients
- 1 full head of cauliflower
- 2 tbsp of coconut oil
- 1 diced onion
- 2 diced carrots
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 1lb of ground lamb
- ½ beef broth
- 2 tbsp of chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 2-3 quart casserole dish and set aside
- Steam cauliflower until tender
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in onion, carrots, and garlic. Cook until soft
- Add lamb, and cook until browned. Add beef broth slowly as needed to keep everything simmering
- Add in parsley and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low
- Drain the cauliflower and mash with a blender until smooth
- Start with the meat mixture, and line the bottom of the casserole dish. Top with the cauliflower mash. Bake for 30 minutes
The paleo diet is about getting back to human’s natural metabolism. It’s all about eating healthier and enjoying natural flavors. These Easy Paleo Meal Ideas will help you cut your carbs, and feel great about your choices, while still enjoying family favorite dinner classics.
