We all know that chopping veggies can be time-consuming and sometimes a little tedious, especially when you’re trying to prepare a healthy meal in a hurry. If you’re looking for ways to skip the dicing, slicing, and chopping but still enjoy fresh, delicious meals, we’ve got you covered!
This roundup features a collection of easy, healthy recipes that require no chopping—just pick up pre-prepped ingredients or let frozen veggies do the work for you. From vibrant salads to satisfying pasta dishes, these recipes are perfect for anyone who wants to eat well without spending extra time in the kitchen.
1. Quick Cabbage Salad by Sivan Kobi
To make this a true no-knife salad, buy already shredded carrots and cabbage.
2. Quick and Easy Can Salad by Riqi Schonbrun
As the name implies, everything in this salad comes from a can. How easy can you get?! This is a great salad for those times when you haven’t gotten to the grocery in a while. Keep your pantry stocked and you can always enjoy a quick and easy canned salad!
3. Calabrian Chili Shakshuka by Sara Goldstein
I took the classic recipe and kicked it up a notch with Tuscanini’s Calabrian chilis. They add a beautifully complex flavor and piquant kick that works beautifully in the tomato sauce. They provide a real decent amount of heat, so use accordingly!
*Use frozen chopped peppers and onions for a quicker, no-knife version of this recipe.
4. Caprese Pasta by Chayie Schlisselfeld
There is nothing like the classic combination of tomatoes, basil and cheese. This is one of the easiest dinners you can make!
5. Falafel Arayes by Erin Grunstein
This is one of those recipes that came about when I realized I didn’t have what I needed for my originally planned dinner. And it’s definitely staying on the dinner rotation.
6. Southwestern Stuffed Omelette by Sara Kalish
All your favorite southwestern flavors stuffed into brunch! Use as much of each ingredient as you like!
*Instead of slicing the avocados, simply scoop with a spoon.
7. Sesame Soba Noodles by Rachel Goodman
These recipes prove that healthy eating doesn’t have to mean hours spent in the kitchen—just choose a few simple shortcuts, and you’ll be enjoying a tasty, wholesome meal in no time!
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