8 Quick, Nutrient-Packed & Healthy Microwave Recipes For Busy Days

Are you ready to up your kitchen game without breaking a sweat? 

I've got your back with a lineup of super easy, crazy delicious, and, most importantly, healthy microwave recipes that will make you the master chef of your own kitchen. 

No more hours spent standing over a hot stove – just pop these goodies in your microwave, and that’s it! 

Have you ever craved a veggie-packed omelette that's ready faster than you can say "breakfast goals"? Or maybe you’d love a microwave mug quiche that doesn't compromise on flavor? 

Well, get ready because I’m about to share my top 8 nutritious microwave recipes: 

Easy To Make & Healthy Microwave Recipes

Listed below are the nutritious microwave recipes that are light on the pocket: 

  1. Steamed Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Place fresh broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl.

  • Add minced garlic, a dash of salt, and pepper to taste.

  • Drizzle with lemon juice.

  • Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate and cook on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.

  • Toss the broccoli before serving to distribute the flavors evenly.

    2. Microwave Veggie Omelette

Ingredients:

  • 3 eggs

  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers

  • 1/4 cup chopped onions

  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes

  • Cheese (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Beat eggs in a microwave-safe bowl.

  • Add diced bell peppers, chopped onions, and diced tomatoes.

  • Season with salt and pepper.

  • Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, pausing to stir every minute.

  • If desired, sprinkle cheese on top and microwave for an additional 30 seconds until melted.

  • Allow it to cool for a moment before serving.

    3. Quinoa and Vegetable Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, corn)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Rinse quinoa and place it in a microwave-safe bowl with water.

  • Add mixed vegetables, a drizzle of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Cover the bowl and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and vegetables are tender.

  • Fluff quinoa with a fork before serving.

    4. Microwave Salmon with Herbs

Ingredients:

  • 1 salmon fillet

  • Lemon slices

  • Fresh herbs (e.g., dill, parsley)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Place the salmon fillet in a microwave-safe dish.

  • Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and top with lemon slices and fresh herbs.

  • Cover the dish and microwave on medium-high for 3-5 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

  • Garnish with additional herbs before serving.

    5. Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 1 spaghetti squash

  • 1 cup marinara sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds.

  • Place the halves in a microwave-safe dish, cut side down.

  • Add a little water to the dish and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes or until the squash is tender.

  • In a separate bowl, mix marinara sauce with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  • Scrape the spaghetti squash strands into the sauce, toss, and microwave for an additional 2-3 minutes.

    6. Microwave Mug Spinach and Feta Quiche

Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/4 cup milk

  • 1/2 cup chopped spinach

  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together eggs and milk.

  • Stir in chopped spinach, crumbled feta, salt, and pepper.

  • Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until the quiche is set.

  • Allow it to cool slightly before enjoying.

    7. Brown Rice and Black Bean Burrito Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice

  • 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)

  • 1/2 cup salsa

  • 1/4 cup corn kernels

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • Lime wedges

  • Cilantro (optional)

Instructions:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cooked brown rice, black beans, salsa, and corn.

  • Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

  • Top with sliced avocado, a squeeze of lime, and cilantro if desired.

    8. Microwave Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 1 chicken breast, sliced

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, snow peas)

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • Rice or noodles (optional)

Instructions:

  • In a microwave-safe dish, combine sliced chicken, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a drizzle of sesame oil.

  • Microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

  • Serve over rice or noodles if desired.

Wrapping Up 

These microwave recipes are here to redefine your approach to healthy eating - so let’s embrace simple and time-efficient cooking strategies as part of a healthy lifestyle!

So when you’re planning your next Sunday meal prep, I leave you with a challenge: which of these healthy microwave recipes will become your new go-to? Share with me in the comments - I’d love to hear from you!

Holistic WellnessKathrine KofoedComment