{"id":39223,"date":"2016-09-11T09:15:47","date_gmt":"2016-09-11T13:15:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=39223"},"modified":"2021-05-13T10:39:51","modified_gmt":"2021-05-13T14:39:51","slug":"healthy-freezer-meals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-freezer-meals\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Healthy Freezer Meal Ideas to Prep Now and Eat Later"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-52346 size-full\" title=\"13 Healthy Freezer Meals to Prep Now and Eat Later\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/13-Healthy-Freezer-Meals-to-Prep-Now-and-Eat-Later-Pin.jpg\" alt=\"13 Healthy Freezer Meals to Prep Now and Eat Later\" width=\"620\" height=\"930\"><\/div>\n<p>Preparing meals at home is one of the simplest ways to make healthy eating habits stick. Unfortunately, busy schedules can make takeout or <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/worst-fast-food-drinks-most-calories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fast food<\/a> a tempting option. Luckily, every kitchen has a secret weapon to make eating right every night way easier \u2014 the freezer. These 13 recipes can all be cooked and assembled ahead of time, frozen for up to four months, and <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/healthy-microwave-meals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">easily reheated<\/a> whenever you need them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/meal-prep-ideas-healthy-eating\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12 Brilliant Meal Prep Ideas to Free Up Your Time<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Before you start cooking, there are a few key rules to keep in mind when freezing meals to save for later:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li><strong>Not all ingredients freeze well.<\/strong> While meaty sauces can emerge from the freezer unfazed, pasta won\u2019t survive the sub-zero temps. <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-turkey-chili\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beans<\/a> can stand up to the cold and come out creamy and delicious, but potatoes can easily turn grainy and dry. Opt for recipes without <a href=\"https:\/\/nchfp.uga.edu\/how\/freeze\/dont_freeze_foods.html\">these ingredients<\/a> for best results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Undercook veggies <\/strong>when freezing big batch <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/turkey-meatball-soup-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">soups<\/a> and stews. Otherwise, they\u2019ll end up mushy and overcooked once reheated.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t add creamy ingredients <\/strong>such as milk, sour cream, or <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/vegan-coconut-curry-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coconut milk<\/a> until reheating, to prevent them from separating or becoming grainy after freezing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Double-wrap casseroles <\/strong>to avoid freezer burn. Two layers of plastic wrap (or one layer of plastic and one layer of foil) should do the trick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>RELATED:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/meal-prep-ideas-healthy-meals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">50 Resources That Make Meal Prep a Snap<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>13 Freezer Meals to Stock Up On Now<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39226 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Breakfast Sandwiches\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042333\/Breakfast-Sandwiches.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Breakfast Sandwiches\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042333\/Breakfast-Sandwiches.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042333\/Breakfast-Sandwiches-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n1.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/damndelicious.net\/2014\/09\/20\/freezer-breakfast-sandwiches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>6&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/damndelicious.net\/2014\/09\/20\/freezer-breakfast-sandwiches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong>Fast food <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/breakfast-sandwich-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">breakfast sandwiches<\/a> couldn\u2019t compete with this homemade version if they tried. Set up your own assembly line at home and prepare a week\u2019s worth of breakfasts in just a few minutes. When it\u2019s time to chow down, nuke each sandwich for a minute or two. <em>Photo and recipe: Chungah An \/ <\/em><em>Damn Delicious<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/oatmeal-breakfast-eat-less-012915\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Breakfast That Could Help You Eat 50 Percent Less at Lunch<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31905 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Empanadas\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/10045447\/Empanadas_PS_2.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Empanadas\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/10045447\/Empanadas_PS_2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/10045447\/Empanadas_PS_2-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n<strong>2.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/breakfast-empanadas-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Breakfast Empanadas<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields:&nbsp;<\/strong>4&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Forget English muffins, croissants, bagels and biscuits \u2014 sandwiching your breakfast in an empanada wrapper can cut calories and fat by as much as half. This protein-packed recipe is filled with <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/egg-whites-vs-eggs-healthy-choice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eggs and egg whites<\/a>, bell pepper, chicken sausage and cheese. But you can feel free to stuff \u2018em with whatever suits your fancy. <em>Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ <\/em><em>Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39227 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Zucchini Lasagna Rolls\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042332\/Zucchini-Lasagna-Rolls-2.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Zucchini Lasagna Rolls\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042332\/Zucchini-Lasagna-Rolls-2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042332\/Zucchini-Lasagna-Rolls-2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n3.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/2014\/07\/three-cheese-zucchini-stuffed-lasagna.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Three-Cheese Zucchini Stuffed Lasagna Rolls<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>8&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 to 3 months<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Looking for a new <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-dinner-recipes-meatless-monday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meatless Monday<\/a> recipe? Zucchini replaces beef in this Italian-inspired dish. The individual rolls make sticking to <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/protein-sources-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">proper portions<\/a> simple, so don\u2019t fret about accidentally over-serving. Store the rolls individually in plastic freezer bags, or assemble the whole casserole, wrap it up and freeze it in a ready-to-bake dish. <em>Photo and recipe: Gina Homolka \/ <\/em><em>SkinnyTaste<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/30-minute-meals-dinner-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">30-Minute Meals for Quick, Healthy Dinner Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39244 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Bacon Turkey Burger\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042313\/Turkey-Burger-2.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Bacon Turkey Burger\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042313\/Turkey-Burger-2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042313\/Turkey-Burger-2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n4.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lisasdinnertimedish.com\/bacon-turkey-burgers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bacon Turkey Burger<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>8-10&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>It doesn\u2019t take much to turn a turkey burger into a dry, bland hockey puck. But the zucchini and bacon in this recipe keeps the patties nice and juicy. Serve them up on a whole-grain bun or on top a bed of greens with a drizzle of your favorite dressing. <em>Photo and recipe: <\/em><em>Lisa\u2019s Dinnertime Dish<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39229 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Buckwheat Waffles\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042330\/Buckwheat-Waffles.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Buckwheat Waffles\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042330\/Buckwheat-Waffles.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042330\/Buckwheat-Waffles-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n5.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/2015\/gluten-free-buckwheat-waffles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gluten-Free Buckwheat Waffles<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>5&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>The dreamy texture of these <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/gluten-free-protein-waffles-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">waffles<\/a> \u2014 crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside&nbsp;\u2014 is sure to satisfy any breakfast crowd. (Did we mention they\u2019re also gluten-free?) The nutty buckwheat flour pairs well with nut butters, classic maple syrup and berries \u2014 but don\u2019t be afraid to get creative with toppings! Make a big batch for weekend brunch and freeze the leftovers in a zip-top bag. <em>Photo and recipe: Kathryn Taylor \/ <\/em><em>Cookie and Kate<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/waffle-iron-recipes-breakfast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15 Inventive Waffle Iron Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39230 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Lemon Chicken Thighs\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042329\/Lemon-Chicken-Thighs.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Lemon Chicken Thighs\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042329\/Lemon-Chicken-Thighs.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042329\/Lemon-Chicken-Thighs-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n6.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/simpleseasonal.com\/recipes\/entrees\/lemon-herb-crusted-chicken-thighs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lemon and Herb Crusted Chicken Thighs<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>4-8&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>If you typically go straight for the white meat, hear us out. Dark meat should make its way into your dinner rotation. Chicken thighs are typically less expensive than breasts. Plus, one thigh usually weighs in at about three ounces \u2014 the <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/protein-sources-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">perfect amount<\/a> for one person. Prep the thighs, add to the marinade and freeze. When you\u2019re ready to use them, defrost overnight and bake until cooked through, about 25 minutes. <em>Photo and recipe: Rachel Hanawalt \/ <\/em><em>Simple Seasonal<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39231 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Curried Cauliflower Wrap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042327\/Curried-Cauliflower-Wrap.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Curried Cauliflower Wrap\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042327\/Curried-Cauliflower-Wrap.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042327\/Curried-Cauliflower-Wrap-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n7.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/themuffinmyth.com\/2015\/03\/curried-cauliflower-chickpea-wraps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Curried Cauliflower Chickpea Wrap<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>6&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>The combination of cauliflower and chickpeas make this vegetarian and gluten-free wrap a satisfying lunch or dinner option. When you\u2019re ready to enjoy, defrost one overnight and serve at room temperature \u2014&nbsp;or give it a quick zap in the microwave. Skip the yogurt sauce to make this recipe vegan, too. <em>Photo and recipe: Katie Trant \/ <\/em><em>The Muffin Myth<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-lunch-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">7 Healthy Lunch Ideas Your Friends Will Want to Steal<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39243 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Sweet Potato Egg Bake\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042315\/Sweet-Potato-Egg-Bake-2.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Sweet Potato Egg Bake\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042315\/Sweet-Potato-Egg-Bake-2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042315\/Sweet-Potato-Egg-Bake-2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n8.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ifoodreal.com\/taco-sweet-potato-and-spinach-egg-bake-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taco Sweet Potato and Spinach Egg Bake<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>9&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>3-4&nbsp;months<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Sweet potato and spinach add a healthy dose of <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/carb-diets-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complex carbohydrates<\/a> and greens to this filling and versatile A.M. meal. Cater this bake to your tastes: Kale or broccoli can easily be subbed in for the spinach if you have it on hand. Craving protein? Add cooked ground turkey or chicken sausage. (We won\u2019t tell if you add extra cheese, as well.) <em>Photo and recipe: Olena Osipov \/ <\/em><em>iFoodReal<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39233 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Chili\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042325\/Chili-2.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Chili\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042325\/Chili-2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042325\/Chili-2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n9.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/2014\/09\/24\/signature-spicy-smoky-sweet-chili-crock-pot-friendly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Signature Spicy, Smoky, Sweet Chili<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>6&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Chili is one of those dishes that will always freeze well. (Plus, there\u2019s nothing quite as satisfying when you don\u2019t feel like cooking!) Rich in flavor, this recipe will please just about anyone, whether they prefer their dish spicy or mild, tangy or sweet. <em>Photo and recipe: Kristin \/ <\/em><em>Iowa Girl Eats<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/healthy-eating-tips-weekend-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9 Tricks to Stick to Your Diet (Even on Weekends)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39234 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Pizzas\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042323\/Frozen-Pizzas.png\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Pizzas\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042323\/Frozen-Pizzas.png 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042323\/Frozen-Pizzas-300x194.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n10.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-homemade-frozen-pizza-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-186527\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Homemade Frozen Pizzas<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 large or 2 small pizzas<strong><br \/>\nGood for: <\/strong>3&nbsp;months<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Frozen grocery store pizzas are a convenient dinner option, but let\u2019s be honest \u2014 they\u2019re rarely as good as a steaming hot takeout slice. Guarantee deliciousness (and keep an eye on the ingredient list) by making your frozen pies at home, instead. There are two secrets to doing this right: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-homemade-frozen-pizza-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-186527\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Partially bake<\/a> the crust to avoid a soppy mess later. Then, double-wrap the pizzas to keep the toppings from drying out. <em>Photo and recipe: Emma Christensen \/ <\/em><em>The Kitchn<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39235 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Sweet Potato Burritos\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042321\/Sweet-Potato-Burritos-2.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Sweet Potato Burritos\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042321\/Sweet-Potato-Burritos-2.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042321\/Sweet-Potato-Burritos-2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n11.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kimscravings.com\/2015\/03\/sweet-potato-breakfast-burritos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields:<\/strong> 8 servings<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Good for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<br \/>\nStart your day right with a hearty serving of veggies and protein thanks to these homemade breakfast burritos. Each wrap contains three grams of fiber, nearly nine grams of filling protein \u2014&nbsp;and only 178 calories! If <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/vegetarian-sweet-potato-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sweet potato<\/a>, zucchini and spinach aren\u2019t your favorites, swap in other seasonal veggies like butternut squash and kale. <em>Photo and recipe: Kim Lee \/ <\/em><em>Kim\u2019s Cravings<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39236 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Oatmeal Cups\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042320\/Oatmeal-Cups-1.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Oatmeal Cups\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042320\/Oatmeal-Cups-1.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042320\/Oatmeal-Cups-1-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n12.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftsy.com\/blog\/2014\/10\/how-to-make-oatmeal-ahead-of-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Make-Ahead Oatmeal Cups<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>5-8&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for: <\/strong>3-4&nbsp;months<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Rolled oats are the base of this freezer-friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/whole-grain-breakfast-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">breakfast recipe<\/a>. Packed with fiber and protein, this bowl is sweetened with banana and dried fruit instead of maple syrup or brown sugar. Add a handful of nuts or a drizzle of nut butter for a healthy dose of fat that will help keep you full. Freeze individual portions using a muffin tin and reheat on the stove or in the microwave come breakfast time. <em>Photo and recipe: Ashley McLaughlin \/ <\/em><em>Craftsy<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-oatmeal-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Oatmeal Recipes Worth Getting Out of Bed For<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39237 size-full\" title=\"Freezer Meals: Veggie Soup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042319\/Veggie-Soup.jpg\" alt=\"Freezer Meals: Veggie Soup\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042319\/Veggie-Soup.jpg 620w, https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/10042319\/Veggie-Soup-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n13.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchentreaty.com\/25-minute-comforting-veggie-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">25-Minute Comforting Veggie Soup<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><strong>Yields: <\/strong>4-6&nbsp;servings<strong><br \/>\nGood for:&nbsp;<\/strong>1 month<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Not all soups are created equal when it comes to surviving a deep freeze. Stews with starchy ingredients, such as potatoes or noodles, can easily turn to mush once reheated. Luckily, all-veggie soups are hearty enough to remain appealing, even after a trip to the freezer. To minimize textural issues when reheating, defrost your pot for a few hours, or overnight, before placing it on the stovetop to warm through. <em>Photo and recipe: Kare Raye \/ <\/em><em>Kitchen Treaty<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Originally published April 2015. 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