On busy nights, these easy freezer meals will help you get a healthy dinner on the table without a lot of fuss. They include cozy soups, pastas, and more!
When I want to get a quick, healthy dinner on the table, freezer meals are the first thing I turn to. These easy meals aren’t store-bought frozen dinners, but the soups, stews, and casseroles that I make ahead and freeze myself. Stored and reheated the right way, these freezer meals are just as flavorful as they were on the day they were made. When I have a stash of them on hand, making a delicious, healthy dinner is as simple as heating one up!
Below, you’ll find my favorite freezer meals to make ahead, along with my best tips for storing and reheating them. So pick a recipe, make a big batch of it, and save the leftovers for another day. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later!
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Baked pastas and enchiladas are some of my favorite make-ahead freezer meals. They’re comforting, satisfying, and guaranteed to please, whether I’m warming them for a crowd or just Jack and me.
To freeze these recipes, fully assemble them up to the point of baking. Tightly cover the baking dish and freeze for up to 3 months. When you want to serve them, bake, covered, at 350°F for one hour, or until heated through. Then, if the dish you’re making has a layer of cheese on top, uncover and bake until the cheese is browned and bubbling. So easy!
My philosophy on vegetarian lasagna? The more veggies, the merrier! Roasted mushrooms, fennel, onions, carrots, zucchini, tomatoes, and leeks pack this recipe with exciting textures and flavors.
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Roasted butternut squash, scallions, and black beans fill these comforting veggie enchiladas. Serve them with sliced avocado, cilantro, and a big squeeze of lime juice on top!
Heads up: the method I use for reheating these stuffed shells is a little different from the one I use for the other recipes in this section. I still fully assemble the shells before freezing, but instead of baking them from frozen, I transfer them to the fridge to thaw overnight, or for at least 10 hours, before I bake them. Then, I bake them, covered, for 30 minutes, or until they’re fully heated through. They come out perfect!
These easy freezer meals are a staple in our house throughout the fall and winter. To freeze them, fully prepare the recipes and allow them to cool to room temperature. Then, transfer them to freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Place containers in the fridge to thaw overnight or defrost them in the microwave. Tip: I like to freeze individual portions so that I can reheat one for a quick and easy lunch!
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On a cold night, this smoky, spicy chili will warm you up from the inside out. It’s fantastic with a side of homemade cornbread or jalapeño cornbread. They both freeze perfectly too!
This thick, hearty chili is great on its own…but it’s even better with all the fixings! Pile your bowl with Greek yogurt or vegan sour cream, pickled red onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and/or avocado to take it over the top.
The next time you’re cooking veggie burgers or balls, double the recipe and freeze half for later! Stash the cooked, cooled patties or balls in a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag, and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, bake them at 400°F for 10-20 minutes, or until fully thawed and heated through.
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When I find a stray bag of this crispy, herb-flecked falafel in my freezer, I feel like I’ve won the lottery. Serve it with pita, fresh veggies, and hummus or tahini sauce for a fresh, flavorful vegetarian meal.
Have you tried cooking with green jackfruit? With its mild flavor and meaty texture, it’s a great plant-based substitute for pulled or shredded meat. I love to use it to make saucy BBQ sandwiches and spicy vegan tacos, and both fillings freeze perfectly. Transfer them to the fridge to thaw overnight and reheat them on the stove, or defrost them in the microwave. And don’t forget – hamburger buns and tortillas freeze well too. Keep some on hand, and you’ll be able to assemble these recipes in no time!
Love sweet and spicy flavors together? You HAVE to try this recipe! The easy mango salsa offers a refreshing contrast to the flavorful jerk-spiced taco meat.
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Soups are the healthy freezer meals I make most often. They’re soothing, warming, and perfect for lunch or dinner. To be honest, almost any soup recipe will freeze well, but to get you started, I’ve shared a few of my favorites below.
To freeze these recipes, allow them to cool completely after cooking. Then, transfer them to airtight containers and freeze. Keep in mind that soup will expand in the freezer, so don’t fill your containers completely. Allow frozen soup to thaw in the fridge before reheating it on the stove, or defrost it in the microwave, stirring every couple of minutes.
We have this fan-favorite recipe on repeat throughout the fall and winter. It’s smooth, creamy, and full of sweet, earthy flavor from the squash and fresh herbs.
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This 10-ingredient soup is thick and creamy, with a kick of heat from chipotles in adobo. Tame the spice with a dollop of Greek yogurt, vegan sour cream, and/or avocado.
This flexible soup recipe is my favorite way to use up whatever veggie odds and ends I have in the fridge. Cauliflower, broccoli, butternut squash, potatoes, or greens… They’d all be delicious in this many-veggie soup.
Freezer meals have never been more fun! Packed with meaty jackfruit, refried beans, and tangy green chiles, these crispy taquitos are a great addition to any well-stocked freezer. Reheat them from frozen in a 400°F oven for 25 minutes, or until crisp and warmed through.
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Packed with veggies like cauliflower, butternut squash, peas, and spinach, this aromatic coconut curry is one of our go-to healthy freezer meals. Serve it over cooked white or brown rice, which – heads up! – you can also make ahead and store in the freezer.
Making homemade ravioli is a bit of a project, so why not cook once and eat twice? Freeze uncooked ravioli in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet for two hours. Then, transfer them to an airtight freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat, cook them in a large pot of salted boiling water until they float, for about 6 minutes.
Forget their name – these yummy tofu and veggie burritos would make a great meal at any time of day. To freeze the burritos, fully assemble them and wrap them tightly in foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Transfer one to the fridge to thaw overnight before zapping it in the microwave to heat it through.
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That give you a head start on making a full meal later. Take pasta sauce, pizza dough, and cooked grains. Once you have them on hand, you can easily make a healthy, home-cooked dinner without a lot of fuss.
Or vegan pesto or kale pesto! Freeze them in ice cube trays so that you can thaw as much or as little as you’d like at a time.
Keep marinara handy in your freezer, and you’ll never have to buy the store-bought kind again! To freeze it, allow it to cool completely, transfer it to an airtight container, and freeze for up to 3 months.
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The next time you make homemade pizza, double the dough! Once it rises, freeze half in an airtight container for another night. To use it, allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge. Bring it to room temperature before you stretch it.
One of my favorite ways to meal prep is to batch-cook and freeze grains like rice, quinoa, and farro. That way, whenever I need a wholesome side dish or a base for a grain bowl, I just have to pop one in the microwave to thaw. To freeze cooked grains, spread them in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze for two hours. After that, you can transfer them to a freezer bag or container without them clumping together.
Or any home-cooked beans. They all freeze perfectly! They’re more flavorful than their canned counterparts, and once you have them in your freezer, they’re equally convenient. Add them to chilis, salads, or soups, or serve them as a side dish.
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