We’ve all been there; you’re too lazy/busy to spend a lot of time making yourself a meal or snack, while simultaneously too broke to go spend money on food. Then there’s the struggle of eating healthy. Easy Mac takes approximately seven minutes to cook, but is it worth feeling like sh*t about yourself for the rest of the day? Probably not. I’ve compiled a short list of my favorite quick, healthy recipes for snacks and meals that don’t require a ton of ingredients.

1. Omelet

Ingredients:

-Eggs/egg whites

-Vegetables (optional)

-Shredded cheese

-Meat (optional)

Omelets are full of protein and yummy goodness. The plus? They can be eaten at any time of the day. First, start cooking anything you want to put inside it. I usually cook up some mushrooms and spinach first. Next, using egg whites or a couple of beaten eggs, pour it over your vegetables and/or meat (such as ham or sausage). Sprinkle cheese on top. Let it cook for a few minutes before flipping it, and voila!

2. Zucchini fries

Recipe via http://allrecipes.com/recipe/236302/baked-zucchini...

Ingredients:

-Cooking spray

-1/2 cup breadcrumbs

-1/4 cup grates Parmesan cheese

-2 eggs, beaten

-3 zucchinis (ends trimmed, halves, cut into ½ inch strips)

I love zucchini fries. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Combine breadcrumbs and cheese in one bowl, beat eggs in another bowl. Working in batches, dip zucchini strips in egg, roll in breadcrumb/cheese mixture, and place on baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them once, halfway through. Dip in spicy mayo for a real treat!

3. Smoothies

Ingredients:

-Frozen fruit

-Milk (optional)

-Peanut butter

-Yogurt

-Dark chocolate

Smoothies are so quick and easy to make, and the possibilities are endless. One of my favorites is a chocolate, peanut butter, and banana smoothie. Whenever I buy bananas, they go bad so easily. I decided to start getting my potassium via smoothies instead. Chop up bananas into slices and store in freezer-safe Ziploc bags. Throw about a cup of frozen bananas, a cup of milk, a tablespoon or so of peanut butter and a couple squares of dark chocolate into a blender, and you’re good to go.

4. Whole wheat wrap

Ingredients:

-Whole wheat wraps

-Lunch meat/cheese

-Hummus (optional)

-Tomato (optional)

-Avocado (optional)

-Condiments

When you’re sick of sandwiches, wraps are the way to go. Put a wrap on a piece of foil on a baking sheet, and top it with your meat and cheese of choice. I personally love chipotle chicken breast and cheddar cheese! Put your oven on broil and leave the wrap in until the cheese has melted. Top it with any toppings of your choice. You can never go wrong with tomato, avocado, and spicy brown mustard.

5. Sweet potato fries

Recipe via http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/bake...

Ingredients:

-Sweet potatoes (skinned, halved, cut into ½ inch strips)

-Olive oil

-Salt

-Pepper

-Garlic powder

These yummy fries will satisfy your craving for something sweet or salty. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Chop up your sweet potatoes. Throw them into a bowl or large Ziploc bag. Add enough olive oil for a light coating, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste and mix around until all the strips are sufficiently coated. Spread the strips out on the baking sheet, being careful not to crowd it. Bake for about 20 minutes, flipping occasionally. Dip in mustard, ketchup, or anything your heart desires.

6. Greek yogurt

Ingredients:

-Greek yogurt

-Toppings of choice

Greek yogurt on its own can really turn people off. However, there are many ways to make this a healthy and satisfying dessert! One of my favorite ways to eat Greek yogurt is topped with maple syrup, walnuts, and a dash of cinnamon. Chop up some apples to dip in the yogurt, and prepare to please your sweet tooth. Another way I love to eat it is with a tablespoon of raspberry preserves and a couple pieces of dark chocolate…YUM!