While it is difficult to eat healthy when you are busy, a few simple strategies may help you meet the challenge. In "Five Simple Ways to Eat Healthier," Life Learning Today suggests incorporating raw foods in to your meals since they require little preparation. The Weight-Control Information Network recommends keeping portioned, healthy snacks on hand so that you can eat well when hunger strikes. According to "Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference" by Healthy Eating Tips, a switch to whole-grain breads and pastas will be healthier and may decrease your calorie consumption.
Fast Chili
In a medium-sized pot, combine and cook ground turkey and a sprinkling of olive oil. While the turkey is cooking, dice 1/2 cup onions, mince 2 garlic cloves, dice 2 cups of roma tomatoes and drain 1 can of kidney beans. When the turkey is almost cooked, add the onions and garlic. After 3 minutes, add the tomatoes, kidney beans and 1 packet of your favorite chili seasoning. Turn the heat down, cover the skillet, stir occasionally and let simmer for 10 minutes.
Chicken Fajitas
In a skillet, combine and cook strips of chicken breast, a sprinkling of olive oil, a few dashes of cumin powder and a some freshly ground pepper. As the chicken cooks, slice into wide pieces 1 bell pepper of any color, 1/2 zucchini and 1/2 red onion. In another skillet, saute the vegetables with a sprinkling of olive oil. As both skillets cook, warm tortillas either in an oven or microwave. When it's time to eat, combine the chicken and vegetables in a tortilla and add your favorite condiments, like salsa and sour cream.
Lentil Soup
Combine 8 cups of water, 2 vegetable bullion cubes and 3 cups of lentils in a pot and cook on high. You can use any kind of lentil you wish, or a combination of multiple kinds. While the mixture heats, cut 3 stalks of celery, 3 carrots, 3 potatoes and 1 white onion into chunks no thicker than 1 inch. Once the mixture boils, add the vegetables and turn down to a good simmer. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pair this soup with slices of fresh, whole-grain bread from your local bakery.
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