Last Updated on November 7, 2022 by
Cooking is less expensive but requires effort/executive function/time, so not always practical. Takeout is wonderful, especially when you can have it delivered, but that usually equals a hefty delivery fee and a not-so-healthy food option. Good for the tastebuds, bad for the budget. And as far as starvation? No. Nah. Newp. I have a figure to maintain, that’s out.
What are our other options?
There is another option that we need to take into higher consideration. Sometimes we need to be aware of the problem before it gets too big and head it off by finding foods we can eat when we are too depressed, or stressed, or distracted, or busy, or anxious, or whatever obstacle is stopping you from eating. So we need food. Food we can eat at home that we don’t have to cook. Sometimes our brain says no to cooking, but we still have to say yes to eating.
Healthy Food That Doesn’t Require Cooking
- Hummus Collard Wraps
Via Eating Bird Food
Great as a light dinner or lunch, these low-carb collard wraps can be made with any vegetables and hummus of your choice. Be careful not to overstuff the wraps or it’ll be difficult to keep them together.
- Chopped Italian Salad
Via Lemon Tree Dwelling
This salad calls for chicken and bacon, but you can use whatever leftover meat you have in your fridge. Dress the entire salad if serving a crowd, but if you’re only having a serving dress it individually to avoid soggy leftovers.
- Lemon Tuna Salad Pita
Via PopSugar
This lighter tuna salad recipe doesn’t use any mayonnaise, but if you want some creaminess try adding Greek yogurt or mashed avocado. One can of tuna should make two pitas.
- Shrimp Ceviche Stuffed Avocados
Via Heather Christo
This shrimp ceviche, marinated in lime juice, takes only 10 minutes to prepare. If you want to save dishes and have a natural bowl for your ceviche, don’t remove the avocado skin.
- Three Bean Salad
Via Tasty.co
Beans, loaded with protein and fiber, are also very cheap, making for an inexpensive and filling dinner. You can also top the salad with a sprinkle of cheese or some diced avocado.
- No Noodle Pad Thai
Via Cookie and Kate
Daikon radish, carrot, and zucchini serve as the “noodles” for this Pad Thai. Feel free to swap the tofu for shrimp or chicken if you prefer.
- Ginger Tofu Watermelon Bowl Salad
Via PopSugar
If possible, use the smaller watermelons available in the grocery store. If you don’t like pine nuts, peanuts or cashews would be great additions to this salad.