A week of balanced dinners to support your energy

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck eating the same dinners on repeat? Or that when it’s time to do the food shop, you’re completely lacking inspiration? On top of that, trying to come up with healthy, balanced meals that actually support your energy levels can feel daunting and tricky.

That’s why this week we’ve put together a week long meal plan to help inspire you to try something new and hopefully discover a few fresh staples for your regular food shop.

Red Thai Salmon & Vegetable Curry

This meal is a flavour-packed and comforting way to get more vegetables and healthy fats into your week, without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of omega-3-rich salmon, colourful vegetables, and slow-release carbohydrates helps support brain function, reduce inflammation, and provide steady, long-lasting energy.

Ingredients:
Salmon fillets, red Thai curry paste, coconut milk, mixed vegetables (peppers, broccoli, mangetout), garlic, ginger, lime, olive oil

Method:
Gently fry garlic, ginger, and curry paste. Add coconut milk and vegetables and simmer until tender. Roast the salmon in the oven for around 20 minuets, finish with lime juice and serve with rice and the coconut curry sauce.

Oven-Baked Chicken Enchiladas

This is a satisfying, family-friendly dinner that feels indulgent while still being balanced. With a good mix of protein, fibre rich carbohydrates, and vegetables, it helps keep blood sugar levels stable and supports consistent energy throughout the evening.

Ingredients:
Chicken breast, tinned tomatoes, wholewheat tortillas, peppers, onion, spices (cumin, paprika), grated cheese

Method:
Cook and shred the chicken with spices, peppers, and onion. Fill tortillas, roll them up, place in a baking dish, cover with tinned tomatoes and cheese, then bake until bubbling and golden.

Sweet Potato Burrito Bowl with Cottage Cheese

This meal is a quick and colourful bowl that’s easy to customise and great for busy evenings. Sweet potatoes provide slow-digesting carbohydrates for sustained energy, while cottage cheese adds protein and calcium to support muscle function and fullness.

Ingredients:
Sweet potatoes, olive oil, paprika, black beans, salad greens, cottage cheese, avocado, lime

Method:
Roast sweet potatoes with olive oil and paprika until soft. Build bowls with beans, greens, and roasted sweet potato, then top with cottage cheese, avocado, and a squeeze of lime.

Comforting Chickpea & Vegetable Curry

This is a simple, budget-friendly dinner that’s rich in fibre and plant-based goodness. Chickpeas and vegetables support gut health and provide steady energy release, helping you feel nourished and satisfied rather than sluggish.

Ingredients:
Chickpeas, onion, garlic, curry powder or paste, chopped tomatoes, spinach, olive oil

Method:
Soften onion and garlic in olive oil, add spices and tomatoes, then stir in chickpeas and simmer. Fold through spinach at the end and serve with rice or naan.

Prawn Soft-Shell Tacos with Crunchy Slaw

This meal is light, fresh, and comes together in minutes, making it perfect for warmer days or busy weeks. Prawns provide lean protein to support energy without heaviness, while the crunchy slaw adds fibre, antioxidants, and nutrients that support overall health.

Ingredients:
Prawns, taco seasoning, soft tortillas, red cabbage, carrot, yogurt or lime dressing, olive oil

Method:
Quickly pan-fry prawns with seasoning. Fill tortillas with prawns and top with fresh slaw and a drizzle of yogurt or lime dressing.

Baked Cod with New Potatoes & Lemony Green Beans

This is a light but satisfying dinner that’s easy to digest and ideal for midweek meals. Cod provides high-quality protein, while potatoes replenish energy stores and green beans contribute fibre and essential micronutrients.

Ingredients:
Cod fillets, new potatoes, green beans, lemon, olive oil, garlic

Method:
Roast potatoes until tender. Bake cod with olive oil, garlic, and lemon. Steam or sauté green beans and finish with lemon zest before serving.

Lamb Koftas with Flatbreads, Fresh Salad & Yogurt Sauce

This meal is a great way to add variety and bold flavour to your week while still keeping things balanced. Lamb is rich in iron and B vitamins that support energy production, while the salad and yogurt sauce add freshness, fibre, and digestive support.

Ingredients:
Lamb mince, cumin, coriander, garlic, flatbreads, mixed salad, Greek yogurt, lemon

Method:
Mix lamb with spices and garlic, shape into koftas, and grill or pan-cook until browned. Serve with warm flatbreads, salad, and a dollop of yogurt sauce.