If you’re looking to simplify your evenings and stay committed to healthy eating, plant-based meal prep is your best friend. With a little planning, you can have delicious, nourishing dinners ready all week long — no stress, no mid-week scramble. These recipes from Greens and Beyond are ideal for prepping in batches, storing well, and delivering bold flavour every time.
1. Savory Vegan Burrito Bowls
Layer rice, beans, seasoned veg, and a creamy dressing for customisable bowls that reheat beautifully. Perfect for prepping 3–4 at a time and storing in glass containers for grab-and-heat meals.
2. Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta
This comforting pasta reheats well and makes for a quick midweek fix. Pack with a handful of extra greens for bonus nutrition in every bite. A true meal prep classic!
3. Spiced Pumpkin and Red Lentil Patties
These patties are ideal for freezing or refrigerating in batches. Pair them with a fresh salad, wrap them in flatbreads, or plate them with hummus — endlessly versatile for your weekly plant-based dinner prep.
4. Green Goddess Buddha Bowl with Roasted Vegetables
Roast a tray of seasonal veg, batch your grains, and whip up a creamy herb dressing to make this feel fresh every time. A meal prep dream: beautiful, balanced, and endlessly satisfying.
5. Chickpea & Quinoa Patties with Zingy Cilantro Sauce
These crispy patties are packed with protein and flavour. Great for air frying or baking ahead of time, they make an easy dinner when paired with a grain or salad base.
Tips for Successful Plant-Based Meal Prep
- Use stackable containers to save fridge space.
- Prep sauces separately to keep meals fresh and flavourful.
- Label and date everything — especially if freezing portions.
- Choose variety to avoid prep fatigue: rotate cuisines, grains, and sauces.
Want to learn more about the benefits of meal prepping? Check out this Harvard Health guide to meal prep for healthy routines and time-saving strategies.
