1-WEEK MEAL PLAN

1-week meal plan

Thank you for subscribing to the blog. Here is the easy 1-week meal plan to make your week go smoother and free of worries about what to cook. I have put some of my favorite recipes in it. All these recipes are easy to cook and taste delicious. These Instant Pot recipes don't take much cooking time either!

I like to plan my meal schedule in advance. This way, I don't have to worry every day about what to cook for lunch or dinner. I'm putting one of my best 1-week meal plan here for you. Do try it.

1-WEEK MEAL PLAN THAT YOU'LL LOVE

1. MONDAY

BREAKFAST- AVOCADO TOAST: Monday is usually a little hectic. So ease it with my 5-minutes Avocado Toast Recipe. This is easy and you can add any topping of your liking.

5 Breakfast Toast Ideas

Are you in search of some breakfast recipes that are healthy & easy to make? Then look no further! This list of 5 sweet & savory Breakfast Toast Ideas can be made in under 10 minutes with little preparation.

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5 breakfast toast ideas served for breakfast.

LUNCH - ALOO GOBHI: My days are really tough on Monday so I prefer something simple that can be cooked quickly. And Aloo Gobhi fits perfectly for a busy weekday.

GOBI PARATHA RECIPE (STUFFED CAULIFLOWER PARATHA)

Gobi Paratha is a yummy Indian flatbread stuffed with spiced grated cauliflower. It's soft, tasty, and filled with healthy veggies. People love to eat it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with butter, curd, or pickle.

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Image showing dollop of butter on stack of gobi parathas.

DINNER - MOONG DAL TADKA FRY: Finish the day with a nourishing & comforting lentils recipe. This is easy and you can make it under 30 minutes. It is served with Rice or Indian Flatbread.

Green Moong Dal Recipe

Looking for a wholesome and versatile dish that is easy to pack and is packed with healthy nutrients. The Green Moong Dal recipe is the perfect solution for your next comforting meal.

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Overshot of green moong dal on a blue background.

2. TUESDAY

BREAKFAST - SABUDANA KHICHDI: I like Tuesdays to be fun after a busy & hectic Monday. So here I have an easy & simple breakfast recipe, Sabudana Khichdi.

Sabudana Khichdi

Sabudana Khichdi (or Tapioca Pearls or Sago) is a popular Indian dish that is Vegan & Gluten-Free and is usually served in breakfast. This Khichdi/Pilaf is made with Tapioca Pearls (or Sago), Potatoes, Peanuts, Herbs, and Spices.

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BREAKFAST RECIPE

LUNCH - KADAI PANEER: Kadai Paneer is my favorite & it doesn't take a lot of time for preparations. It is great for lunch or dinner.

Kadai Paneer Recipe

Kadai Paneer Recipe is a popular Indian Paneer Recipe that is colorful, spicy, tangy, and flavorful. It is made by combining Paneer (Indian cottage cheese), onion, bell peppers, and tomatoes in freshly grounded Kadai Masala.

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Kadai Paneer with whole spices on the background.

DINNER - RAJMA MASALA: Rajma Masala / Kidney Beans Curry goes great in dinner as it is filling & comforting and pairs well with rice. It is easy and everyone loves this curry.

RAJMA MASALA (Punjabi Rajma Recipe)

Rajma Masala (Punjabi Rajma Recipe) is a soul-satisfying and comforting Indian curry. It is easy to make and goes great with some steamed rice. Made by adding boiled rajma/ red kidney beans with onion-tomato masala (Kada Masala) with spices.

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3. WEDNESDAY

BREAKFAST - BAKED POTATO: Start the day with my special Baked Potato that you can easily make in the Instant Pot or in an Air Fryer with your favorite toppings.

NINJA FOODI BAKED POTATOES

Ninja Foodi Baked Potatoes are perfectly fluffy & tender from the inside yet have a crispy skin. And it takes only 30-40 minutes to prepare them, which is far less than making them in the oven.

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Ninja Foodi Baked Pottaoes serve don a black plate.

LUNCH - BAINGAN BHARTA: If you want something which is delicious but doesn't take much of your time, then Bharwan Baingan / Stuffed Eggplant will fit in your schedule.

Baingan Bharta

Baingan Bharta in Oven (or Mashed Eggplant) is one of the most popular Punjabi Recipes. It is made by roasting the eggplant and then adding it to Indian Masala made from onion, tomatoes, and spices. Make it into a complete meal by serving it with Indian flatbread like roti/chapati.

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Taking a bite of roti and baingan bharta.

DINNER - CHILI GARLIC NOODLES: I enjoy noodles any day of the week & they definitely fit well mid-week. You get a change from the usual Indian food recipes & no one can say no to them.

CHILI GARLIC NOODLES

If you're craving for extra special spicy food, then Chili Garlic Noodles is the one for you. Grab a bowl and indulge in the flavor of these noodles. I have made it in an Instant Pot by first sauteing the vegetables and cook noodles till Al Dante.

Chili Garlic Noodles

4. THURSDAY

BREAKFAST - FRIED IDLI: Fried Idli works great in breakfast or in the evening snacks too. It is quick & easy if you have some leftover Idlis. You can add different chutneys to complement the recipe.

FRIED IDLI OR MASALA IDLI

Fried Idli or Masala Idli is yet another yummy breakfast dish made with leftover Idlis. This is a mildly spiced dish made by sauteing vegetables and idlis in a pan.

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FRIED IDLI

LUNCH - JACKFRUIT MASALA: Jackfruit Masala is an easy recipe to enjoy in lunch. It is made in under 30 minutes with some basic Indian spices.

JACKFRUIT CURRY RECIPE (Instant Pot & Stove-Top)

Jackfruit Curry Recipe is a delicious vegetarian meat option to satisfy your taste buds. It is easy, can be made in Instant Pot and Stove Top, and pairs perfectly with rice or naan. It is made by adding jackfruit pieces to a creamy curry made with onion, tomatoes, spices, and cream.

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DINNER- PAV BHAJI: Pav Bhaji is a popular street food that you can easily make in the Instant Pot without any mess. It is made in minutes and is healthy, full of flavors, and goes great with some dinner rolls.

Instant Pot Pav Bhaji

Instant Pot Pav Bhaji is a quick and easy way to enjoy this delicious Indian street food in under 30 minutes. It is a medley of vegetables topped with butter, lemon juice, and cilantro.

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Side OS of Pav Bhaji.

5. FRIDAY

BREAKFAST - KHAMAN DHOKLA: Khaman Dhokla is a great option for the breakfast and is healthy as it is made from gram flour batter. This is popular for evening snacks and works perfectly for breakfast too.

INSTANT KHAMAN DHOKLA

Instant Khaman Dhokla is a savory cake that is steamed and is light, soft & fluffy. This is healthy anytime snack that can be made in under 30 minutes in an Instant Pot. This is made with Gram Flour & Spices along with some tempering.

INSTANT KHAMAN DHOKLA

LUNCH - CHIMICHURRI RICE: Friday is somewhat relaxing for me so I prefer making something special. Chimichurri Rice is full of flavors and is easy & quick to make in the Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Chimichurri Rice

Chimichurri Rice is easy, delicious, and flavorful. This copycat recipe of Trader Joe's popular Chimichurri Rice is made by adding veggies, rice, and tomatoes with chimichurri sauce.

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A spoonful of chimichurri rice.

DINNER - CAULIFLOWER TIKKA MASALA: I keep Friday dinner a little special too. Cauliflower Tikka Masala fits perfectly in a special Friday dinner menu.

CAULIFLOWER TIKKA MASALA

Who doesn't love Indian curries? Indian curries are filled with bold flavor and lots of spices, and have a creamy & buttery flavour. Cauliflower Tikka Masala falls in this category with an added bonus that the cauliflower pieces are first grilled and then added to the curry.

CAULIFLOWER TIKKA MASALA

6. SATURDAY

BREAKFAST - SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEAS HASH: Start the weekend with my personal favorite Sweet Potato & Chickpeas hash. It is healthy & tastes so amazing.

SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEAS HASH

Sweet Potato & Chickpeas Hash is an easy & healthy breakfast that I and my family relish a lot. It is made by adding steamed/baked sweet potato, flavored chickpeas, veggies, and sauces.

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sweet potato & chickpeas hashhash

LUNCH - PALAK PANEER: Palak Paneer has always been my favorite. It is healthy & can be made quickly in the Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Palak Paneer

Instant Pot Palak Paneer is one of the most popular Punjabi dishes. As Spinach has a very bland flavor, the spices used in the Palak Paneer turn it amazingly yummy. It is made by combining boiled spinach with onion-tomato masala, paneer, and spices.

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palak paneer

DINNER - PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE: Pineapples are perfect for weekends as they are so flavorful. I cook either noodles or fried rice on the weekends & Pineapple Fried Rice is always on the top of my list.

Pineapple Fried Rice

Pineapple Fried Rice is a great dish to have on a busy weeknight or on a lazy weekend. This is one dish that you need to enjoy by itself without any side-dish as it is loaded with crunchy vegetables & juicy pineapple. The fruity & juicy flavor of this Thai dish makes this recipe so unique.

PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE

7. SUNDAY

BREAKFAST - BANANA BREAD: Sometimes it's good to have something special and light. So I usually like Banana Bread or Zucchini Muffins for those days.

Vegan Banana Bread

If you are looking for a deliciosuly moist Vegan Banana Bread which is also easy to make, then you should definitely try this recipe. This is made by adding ripe bananas, walnuts, cinnamon, and chocolate chips. These are so great for breakfast or snack, or if you are having craving for a sweet treat.

BANANA BREAD

LUNCH - AIR-FRIED CAULIFLOWER TACOS: Who doesn't love Tacos? Weekend gets more special with these special air-fried cauliflower tacos with avocado & jalapeno cream.

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TACOS

Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos are one of our favorite meals for Taco Tuesdays. They are made by first air frying buffalo cauliflower and serving on tacos with some Cilantro-Avocado sauce and lemon juice.

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TACOS

DINNER - VEG BIRYANI: End the week with super aromatic Veg Biryani that you can easily make in Instant Pot without much fuss.

Paneer Biryani Recipe

Paneer Biryani Recipe is aromatic, flavorful, and it is loved by many. It is made by layering rice, paneer, and veggies with some spices. It is best enjoyed with yogurt or raita.

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Paneer Biryani Recipe served in a black wok.

Conclusion: Hope this Meal Plan will help you with planning the week better. If you want some more posts like this one, do let me know, I will publish some related recipes in the upcoming Newsletter.

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