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Healthy 20-Minute Pantry Recipes

Updated:

04/30/2022

Cooking from your pantry and need new recipe ideas? Here are 10 of my favorite healthy pantry recipes – all ready in 20 minutes or less!

Craving a snack or a meal that you can whip right up using pantry staples? Whether you need new ideas for canned tuna, an easy bean dip or a healthy lentil soup recipe, here are 10 easy and healthy recipes made with pantry ingredients!

Spicy Tuna Pasta Puttanesca

4.10 stars average

This fast and easy pasta recipe is quick, spicy and delicious. Made with common pantry ingredients, the whole meal comes together in less than 15 minutes!

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Turkish Red Lentil Soup

4.12 stars average

Scented with mint and cumin, this hearty Turkish Red Lentil Soup is packed with vegetables and loaded with protein.

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Pasta Salad with Tuna and Beans

3.82 stars average

This easy make-ahead meal is bursting with fresh veggies, lemon zest, and toasted pine nuts—perfect for meal prep or a light dinner.

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Make Your Own Homemade Instant Oatmeal Mix

4.45 stars average

This recipe is as easy as combining oats with your favorite nuts, fruit and spices.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn

4.58 stars average

Dark chocolate and natural peanut butter are melted then drizzled over freshly popped popcorn to create this fun and easy snack or dessert recipe!

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Stovetop Mac and Cheese with Tuna and Peas

4.08 stars average

A quick and easy kid-friendly pasta recipe, this Stovetop Tuna Mac and Cheese is sure to be a family favorite weeknight dinner!

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Crispy Baked Chickpeas

4.67 stars average

These crispy baked chickpeas are lightly tossed with truffle salt to create an addictive guilt-free salty snack packed with protein and nutrients.

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Crispy Baked Chickpeas with Truffle Salt

Maple and Brown Sugar Microwave Oatmeal

4.88 stars average

This easy maple and brown sugar oatmeal recipe is ready in just 90 seconds and is naturally gluten free!

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Fudgy Peanut Butter Swirl Energy Bites

4.67 stars average

These rich and fudgy chocolate peanut butter energy bites are perfect for on-the-go snacking!

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Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich

4.41 stars average

The lunchtime classic gets a major upgrade with this Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich made with kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, and fresh basil.

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