Whether you love to cook when you have time or prefer to avoid the kitchen at all costs, a quick and easy dinner is a must on a busy weeknight. If you've peeked into the frozen section at your grocery store recently, you may have noticed that frozen meals have come a long way since the TV trays of the past!
A variety of cuisines and cultures are now represented in the frozens aisle, and there are plenty of options for every dietary preference to choose from – all of which can help you maintain a healthy diet to fuel that busy schedule of yours. Ahead, find a few of our favorite frozen meals. Some work on their own and a few others just need a fresh appetizer or complementary ingredient to call it a complete meal.
Purple Carrot Sweet Corn Elote Bowl
Inspired by grilled Mexican street corn, this frozen elote bowl is a delightful mix of corn, chickpeas, red bell peppers, brown rice, and quinoa topped with a creamy lime sauce, pepitas, and vegan Parmesan cheese.
Evol Portabella and Goat Cheese Ravioli
These frozen raviolis are stuffed with portobello mushrooms and three cheeses (goat, ricotta, and Romano cheese) and then topped with a creamy basil sauce as well as red peppers, spinach, and cremini mushrooms.
Amy's Gluten-Free and Vegan Broccoli & Cheese Bake
This vegan mac-and-cheese gets a dose of beneficial fiber from broccoli, and with gluten-free breadcrumbs, it has a nice, crispy top when cooked in the oven.
Gardein Teriyaki Plant-Based Chick'n Strips
Fix these plant-based chicken strips with a side of asparagus, which you can bake at the same time or also steam in the microwave and add a squeeze of lemon or lime to compliment!
Healthy Choice Simply Organic Frozen Unwrapped Burrito Bowl
Make a burrito bowl at home with this easy meal starter you can prepare in the microwave for just a few minutes, then combine with some romaine lettuce and avocado slices!
P.F Changs Signature Frozen Chicken Dumplings
Frozen dumplings are great for making homemade soup in no time. Heat them up with frozen veggies (like carrots and spinach) in broth all at once, whether in the microwave or on the stove.
Sweet Earth Cauliflower Mac Bowl Frozen Dinner
Adding as many vegetables as possible to your favorite comfort foods is pretty much the secret to happiness and health. This cauliflower macaroni would get even better with a side of Brussels sprouts.
Good & Gather Signature Wood-Fired Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza
You just might think you ordered in with this wood-fired pizza and its prosciutto, arugula, mozzarella, as Provolone toppings as well as white garlic sauce.
Alexia All Natural Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
Sometimes, the heart wants what the heart wants. If you're craving something salty, make sweet potato fries at home with a bowl of tomato soup for a meal adults and kids alike will love.
Beyond Burger Plant-Based Patties
Satisfy your summer grilling cravings with these plant-based patties and top them off with whatever fresh toppings you have in the fridge. Need ideas? Here you go!
Banza The Pizza Made From Chickpeas
Ideal for anyone minding their carbs, this four-cheese pizza with a chickpea crust is also gluten-free with no added sugar.
Sweet Earth Frozen Protein Lover's Breakfast Bowl
With 21 grams of protein from eggs, potatoes, and plant-based sausage, this frozen vegetarian meal will keep you satiated well into your day.
Feel Good Foods Gluten Free Vegan Frozen Vegetable Potstickers
These potstickers come equipped with a dipping sauce and quickly become crispy once you fry 'em up in a pan or wok.
Amy's Frozen Meals Vegan Pad Thai
This frozen meal tastes just like takeout, and has a good mix of veggies, tofu, and noodles.
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