The 15 Ingredients, 15 Meals, in 15 Minutes or Less Plan

November 05, 2026

5-Day Whole-Food Plan

15 Ingredients · 15 Meals · 15 Minutes or Less

Five days of simple, whole-food-focused eating built from one short grocery list; every breakfast, lunch, and dinner is designed to come together in 15 minutes or less.

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Ingredients
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Meals
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Meal Plan Overview

Eating well doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. This five-day meal plan uses just 15 grocery ingredients to create 15 satisfying breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.

Every recipe is designed to take 15 minutes or less, using simple cooking methods and ingredients that can be reused throughout the week, so nothing sits forgotten in the fridge and every meal feels fresh.

Plan Details

Duration
5 days
Meals
15 total: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Ingredients
15 grocery items, reused across the week
Time
Target of 15 minutes or less per meal
Servings
1 person
Focus
Whole-food-focused meals, protein, convenience, balanced nutrition
Equipment
Microwave, stovetop, toaster, nonstick skillet

Important: Cooking times are estimates. Chicken and salmon must be thawed before cooking, and some potato sizes or fish portions may take longer than 15 minutes.


Complete Grocery List

15 ingredients · everything you need for all 15 meals

Shopping note: Quantities are preliminary and should be reconciled with the final recipes before shopping. Some package leftovers are expected; they carry over into the following week.

Download Grocery List (PDF)


Day 1

Eggs, Chicken & Salmon

Breakfast

Spinach Egg Scramble & Avocado Sourdough Toast

Spinach egg scramble with sliced avocado on toasted sourdough

Total time: 10 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A five-minute scramble with wilted spinach, creamy avocado, and crisp sourdough. Protein from the eggs and healthy fats from the avocado make this a breakfast that actually holds you until lunch.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup spinach
  • 1 slice sourdough bread
  • ¼ avocado
  • ½ tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Toast the sourdough slice until it is golden and crisp at the edges, then set it aside on a plate. Keep an eye on it, since thin slices can go from golden to burnt in under a minute.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then add the spinach. Toss for about 1 minute, just until the leaves wilt and turn a deeper green but haven’t released much liquid.
  3. While the spinach wilts, beat the eggs in a small bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper until the yolks and whites are completely combined. Pour the beaten eggs evenly over the spinach in the skillet.
  4. Let the eggs set for 20–30 seconds without touching them, then gently push and fold them with a spatula. Continue for 2–3 minutes until the eggs are softly scrambled with no runny liquid left.
  5. Slice the avocado quarter and fan it over the toasted sourdough, then season it lightly with salt. Serve the scramble right alongside the avocado toast while everything is still warm.

Quick tip: Beat the eggs in the bowl while the pan heats, so the scramble is done in under three minutes and everything hits the plate warm at the same time.

Why it works: Eggs deliver complete protein, spinach adds iron and folate, and avocado supplies satiating healthy fats.


Lunch

Coconut Aminos Chicken, Sweet Potato & Broccoli Bowl

Bowl of glazed chicken tenderloins with sweet potato cubes and broccoli

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A balanced bowl with sticky coconut-aminos chicken, tender sweet potato, and steamed broccoli. It’s the kind of lunch that keeps you steady through the afternoon without any post-meal slump.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz chicken tenderloins
  • 150 g sweet potato
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli
  • 2 tsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Dice the sweet potato into small ½-inch cubes so it cooks through quickly and evenly. Place the cubes in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water, cover loosely, and microwave for 4–6 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. While the sweet potato cooks, slice the chicken tenderloins into thin strips against the grain. Pat them dry with paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper so they brown rather than steam.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 6–8 minutes, turning once, until the strips are golden and the thickest piece reaches 165°F.
  4. Pour the coconut aminos into the skillet during the final minute of cooking and toss the chicken to coat it in a glossy glaze. Meanwhile, microwave the broccoli for 2–3 minutes until heated through and bright green.
  5. Drain the sweet potato and add it to a wide bowl with the broccoli and glazed chicken. Spoon any remaining pan juices over the top and toss gently before eating.

Quick tip: Start the sweet potato in the microwave first and sear the chicken while it cooks, so both components finish at exactly the same moment.

Why it works: Lean chicken anchors the meal with protein, sweet potato adds slow-release carbs, and broccoli brings fiber and vitamin C.


Dinner

Pan-Seared Salmon with Smashed Potatoes & Spinach

Pan-seared salmon fillet with smashed potatoes and wilted spinach

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

Crisp-edged salmon with rustic smashed potatoes and a handful of wilted spinach. It reads like a restaurant plate but comes together in a single skillet in about a quarter of an hour.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz thawed salmon
  • 150 g russet potato
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cut the potato into small ½-inch pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water. Cover and microwave for 5–7 minutes until completely tender, then drain off any remaining water.
  2. Pat the thawed salmon dry with paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dry fish is the secret to a good sear, since any surface moisture will steam instead of browning.
  3. Heat half the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and lay the salmon in skin-side down. Cook for 3–4 minutes without moving it, flip once, and cook another 2–3 minutes until the thickest part reaches 145°F.
  4. Move the salmon to a plate and add the remaining oil and the cooked potatoes to the skillet. Press each potato lightly with a spatula to smash it, then cook for 2–3 minutes until the edges are crisp and golden.
  5. Add the spinach to the skillet and toss for about 1 minute until it wilts into the potatoes. Plate the salmon alongside the smashed potatoes and spinach, seasoning everything with a final pinch of salt.

Quick tip: Microwave the potatoes before you touch the salmon, then use the same skillet in sequence so nothing sits waiting and no extra pan is needed.

Why it works: Salmon brings omega-3 fats and protein, while spinach and potatoes round out the plate with iron, potassium, and fiber.


Day 2

Muffins, Sandwiches & Glazed Salmon

Breakfast

Peanut Butter & Berry English Muffin with Egg Whites

Toasted English muffin with peanut butter and berries, served with scrambled egg whites

Total time: 10 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

Sweet, salty, and ready in ten minutes flat. The muffin gives you quick energy, the egg whites keep it protein-forward, and the berries add a fresh, tart finish.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 1 gluten-free English muffin
  • 1 tbsp natural peanut butter
  • ½ cup berries
  • ½ cup liquid egg whites

Instructions

  1. Split the English muffin in half and toast both halves until they’re golden and crisp at the edges. A slightly firmer muffin holds up better against the peanut butter and berries.
  2. Spread the peanut butter evenly over both warm halves so it softens and spreads easily. Leave a small border around the edge to keep it from running off the sides.
  3. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat and pour in the liquid egg whites. Let them sit undisturbed for about 20 seconds so the base begins to set.
  4. Gently push the set edges toward the center with a spatula and continue cooking for 2–3 minutes. Stop as soon as there is no runny liquid left, since egg whites turn rubbery quickly if overcooked.
  5. Spoon the egg whites onto the muffin or serve them alongside, then scatter the berries over the top. Eat right away while the muffin is still warm and the berries are fresh.

Quick tip: Toast the muffin and cook the egg whites at the same time, so breakfast is plated in under five minutes with no waiting on either component.

Why it works: Egg whites add lean protein, peanut butter provides lasting fats, and berries deliver antioxidants with very little sugar.


Lunch

Chicken, Avocado & Spinach Sourdough Sandwich

Sourdough sandwich filled with sliced chicken, mashed avocado and fresh spinach

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A sturdy, satisfying sandwich built on toasted sourdough with warm chicken and cool, creamy avocado. The spinach goes in raw for crunch, so there’s no extra pan to wash.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz chicken tenderloins
  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • ¼ avocado
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken tenderloins into thin strips so they cook fast and stay tender. Pat them dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 6–8 minutes, turning once, until golden and the thickest piece registers 165°F, then rest for 2 minutes.
  3. While the chicken rests, toast the sourdough slices until golden with a little chew left in the middle. Toasting both sides keeps the bread from going soggy once the avocado goes on.
  4. Mash the avocado in a small bowl with a pinch of salt and spread it generously over one slice of toast. Spread it all the way to the edges so every bite gets some.
  5. Layer the warm chicken strips and the fresh spinach over the avocado, then top with the second slice of bread. Press gently, slice in half on the diagonal, and serve immediately.

Quick tip: Slice the chicken thinly enough that it cooks in under eight minutes, then toast the bread in the same skillet once the chicken comes out.

Why it works: Chicken supplies lean protein, avocado adds heart-healthy fat, and raw spinach keeps the fiber and folate intact.


Dinner

Coconut Aminos Salmon with Sweet Potato & Broccoli

Coconut aminos glazed salmon with sweet potato cubes and broccoli

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A savory-sweet glazed salmon plate that uses the same coconut aminos as lunch, so nothing goes to waste. Sweet potato and broccoli make it a complete, colorful dinner.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz thawed salmon
  • 150 g sweet potato
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli
  • 2 tsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Dice the sweet potato into small, even cubes and put them in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water. Cover and microwave for 4–6 minutes until they’re tender enough to pierce easily with a fork.
  2. Pat the thawed salmon completely dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it just begins to shimmer.
  3. Place the salmon in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes on the first side without moving it. Flip once and continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until the thickest part reaches 145°F.
  4. Pour the coconut aminos into the skillet during the final minute and tilt the pan so it coats the fish. Spoon the glaze over the top once or twice so the salmon picks up color on both sides.
  5. Microwave the broccoli for 2–3 minutes until hot and bright green, then drain the sweet potato. Arrange everything on a plate and pour any remaining glaze from the pan over the salmon.

Quick tip: Get the sweet potato into the microwave before you touch the salmon, since it’s the longest step and everything else finishes while it cooks.

Why it works: Omega-3-rich salmon plus beta-carotene from sweet potato and fiber from broccoli make a genuinely balanced plate.


Day 3

Hash, Toast & Skillet Chicken

Breakfast

Sweet Potato & Spinach Egg Hash

Skillet sweet potato and spinach hash topped with eggs and sliced avocado

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A one-skillet hash with browned sweet potato, wilted spinach, and eggs cooked right in the pan. It’s savory, filling, and endlessly forgiving of whatever avocado you have left.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 g sweet potato
  • 1 cup spinach
  • ¼ avocado
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Dice the sweet potato into small ½-inch cubes and place them in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water. Cover and microwave for 4–5 minutes until just tender, then drain well and pat dry.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the sweet potato in a single layer. Let it sit undisturbed for 2–3 minutes so a golden crust forms, then stir and cook another minute.
  3. Add the spinach to the skillet and toss for about 1 minute until it wilts down completely. Push the vegetables to one side of the pan to clear a space for the eggs.
  4. Crack the eggs into the cleared side of the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until the whites are fully set, or scramble them through the hash if you prefer. Season everything with salt and pepper.
  5. Slide the hash onto a plate and top with sliced avocado. Serve immediately while the sweet potato edges are still crisp.

Quick tip: Microwave the sweet potato first, then use those four minutes to prep the eggs and slice the avocado so nothing slows you down.

Why it works: Complex carbs from sweet potato, protein from eggs, and fats from avocado keep blood sugar steady through the morning.


Lunch

Salmon & Avocado Sourdough Toast with Broccoli

Sourdough toast topped with mashed avocado and flaked seared salmon, broccoli on the side

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

Flaked salmon piled onto avocado toast — a café-style lunch with almost no effort. Steamed broccoli on the side adds volume and crunch for very few extra calories.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 4 oz thawed salmon
  • 1 slice sourdough bread
  • ¼ avocado
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli
  • ½ tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers across the surface.
  2. Lay the salmon in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes on the first side without moving it. Flip once and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the thickest part reaches 145°F, then transfer it to a plate to rest.
  3. While the salmon rests, toast the sourdough slice until it’s golden and crisp. Mash the avocado in a small bowl with a pinch of salt until mostly smooth but still a little chunky.
  4. Spread the mashed avocado over the toast right to the edges so every bite gets some. Flake the rested salmon with a fork and pile it on top of the avocado.
  5. Microwave the broccoli for 2–3 minutes until heated through and bright green. Season it with a pinch of salt and serve alongside the salmon toast.

Quick tip: Use the resting time on the salmon to toast the bread and mash the avocado, and microwave the broccoli in that same window.

Why it works: A lighter portion of salmon still delivers omega-3s, while broccoli adds fiber and vitamin C with almost no prep.


Dinner

Chicken & Crispy Potato Skillet with Spinach

Skillet of crispy diced potatoes with chicken strips and wilted spinach

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

Everything happens in one skillet, which means big flavor and one pan to wash. The coconut aminos tie the chicken, potatoes, and spinach together with a savory glaze.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz chicken tenderloins
  • 150 g russet potato
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp coconut aminos

Instructions

  1. Dice the potato into small, uniform cubes and microwave them with a splash of water, covered, for 5–6 minutes. Drain thoroughly and pat dry so they crisp rather than steam in the pan.
  2. Slice the chicken tenderloins into thin strips and season them with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a wide nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through to 165°F. Move the chicken to a plate and set it aside.
  4. Add the dried potato cubes to the same skillet and press them down lightly with a spatula. Cook for 3–4 minutes without stirring too often so they develop crisp, browned edges.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, add the spinach and coconut aminos, and toss for about 1 minute. Serve as soon as the spinach has wilted and everything is coated in the glaze.

Quick tip: Microwave the potato while the chicken sears in the skillet, so both are ready to hit the pan at the same time.

Why it works: A protein-and-potato base with a green vegetable on top is simple, filling, and easy to repeat on busy nights.


Day 4

Egg Whites, Bowls & Stuffed Potatoes

Breakfast

Egg-White & Spinach Sourdough Toast with Berries

Sourdough toast piled with spinach and scrambled egg whites, berries on the side

Total time: 10 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A lighter take on breakfast toast that still feels generous. Egg whites keep the protein high and the fat low, and a side of berries adds natural sweetness.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • ¾ cup liquid egg whites
  • 1 slice sourdough bread
  • 1 cup spinach
  • ½ cup berries
  • ½ tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Toast the sourdough slice until it is golden and crisp enough to hold a generous topping. Set it on a plate while you cook the egg whites.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until it coats the pan evenly. Add the spinach and toss for about 1 minute until it wilts and shrinks significantly in volume.
  3. Pour the egg whites directly over the wilted spinach and let them set for 20–30 seconds without stirring. This gives the base a chance to firm up before you start folding.
  4. Gently push the set edges toward the center with a spatula and keep folding for 2–3 minutes. Pull the pan off the heat as soon as there’s no visible liquid, since egg whites dry out fast.
  5. Pile the spinach and egg whites onto the toast and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Serve the berries on the side for a fresh, sweet contrast.

Quick tip: Start the toast first and cook the egg whites while it pops, so both components land on the plate within a minute of each other.

Why it works: Egg whites give a high-protein, low-fat start, while berries and spinach add fiber, vitamin C, and iron.


Lunch

Coconut Aminos Chicken, Broccoli & Sweet Potato Bowl

Bowl of coconut aminos glazed chicken with broccoli and sweet potato

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

The bowl that anchors the week — repeatable, balanced, and genuinely good. Coconut aminos give the chicken a savory-sweet depth without any heavy sauce.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz chicken tenderloins
  • 150 g sweet potato
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli
  • 2 tsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Dice the sweet potato into small cubes and microwave them with a splash of water, covered, for 4–6 minutes. They should be tender enough to crush easily against the side of the bowl.
  2. Slice the chicken tenderloins into thin strips and pat them dry with paper towel. Season with salt and pepper so the seasoning sticks to the surface rather than the pan.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 6–8 minutes, turning once, until browned and cooked through to 165°F.
  4. Pour in the coconut aminos during the last minute and toss the chicken so every strip gets coated in the glaze. At the same time, microwave the broccoli for 2–3 minutes until hot.
  5. Combine the chicken, sweet potato, and broccoli in a bowl and pour over any glaze left in the pan. Toss once and eat while everything is still warm.

Quick tip: Microwave the sweet potato and broccoli back-to-back while the chicken sears, so no component sits cooling on the counter.

Why it works: A reliable mix of protein, slow carbs, and fiber that keeps energy stable through the afternoon.


Dinner

Salmon & Avocado Stuffed Russet Potato

Baked russet potato split open and filled with flaked salmon, spinach and avocado

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A stuffed potato that eats like a full meal, with flaked salmon, wilted spinach, and cool avocado. It’s comforting without being heavy.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz thawed salmon
  • 150 g russet potato
  • ¼ avocado
  • 1 cup spinach
  • ½ tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pierce the potato all over with a fork and microwave it for 6–8 minutes, turning it halfway through. It’s done when a knife slides in with no resistance at the center.
  2. While the potato cooks, pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the salmon for 3–4 minutes on the first side, flip once, and cook another 2–3 minutes until the thickest part reaches 145°F. Let it rest for 2 minutes, then flake it into bite-sized pieces with a fork.
  4. Add the spinach to the same skillet and toss over medium heat for about 1 minute until wilted. Use the residual heat and oil so the spinach picks up the salmon flavor.
  5. Split the hot potato lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork. Fill it with the wilted spinach, flaked salmon, and diced avocado, then finish with a pinch of salt.

Quick tip: Get the potato into the microwave first and sear the salmon during those six minutes, so the fish is rested right as the potato finishes.

Why it works: Potato provides comforting complex carbs, salmon adds omega-3s and protein, and avocado supplies healthy fats.


Day 5

Muffins, Hash & Crispy Potatoes

Breakfast

Egg, Spinach & Avocado English Muffin with Berries

English muffin topped with mashed avocado, spinach and eggs, with berries on the side

Total time: 10 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A ten-minute breakfast sandwich that uses up the last of the avocado, spinach, and berries. It’s satisfying enough to feel like a treat on the final morning.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 gluten-free English muffin
  • ¼ avocado
  • ½ cup spinach
  • ½ cup berries

Instructions

  1. Split the English muffin and toast both halves until golden and firm. Set them aside while you cook the eggs so the muffin stays crisp.
  2. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the spinach with a tiny splash of water. Cook for about 1 minute, tossing, until the leaves are fully wilted.
  3. Crack the eggs directly into the skillet alongside the spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until the whites are set. Leave the yolks slightly soft or cook a minute longer if you prefer them firm.
  4. Mash the avocado with a pinch of salt and spread it over both muffin halves. A little salt makes a big difference in how rich the avocado tastes.
  5. Slide the eggs and spinach onto the muffin and season with black pepper. Serve the berries on the side to finish the plate with something fresh.

Quick tip: Toast the muffin and cook the eggs at the same time, so the whole breakfast is plated in about five minutes.

Why it works: Eggs and avocado together deliver a steady blend of protein and fat, with berries adding antioxidants.


Lunch

Chicken & Sweet Potato Hash with Spinach

Skillet chicken and sweet potato hash with wilted spinach

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A savory hash with browned sweet potato, golden chicken strips, and a handful of spinach. It’s hearty enough to carry you through to dinner without a snack.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz chicken tenderloins
  • 150 g sweet potato
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp coconut aminos

Instructions

  1. Dice the sweet potato into small cubes and microwave with a splash of water, covered, for 4–6 minutes. Drain well and pat dry so the cubes brown in the skillet instead of steaming.
  2. Slice the chicken tenderloins into thin strips and season them with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chicken in a single layer for 6–8 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through to 165°F. Transfer it to a plate and set it aside for now.
  4. Add the sweet potato to the same skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are browned and slightly crisp. Press them gently into the pan to get more surface contact.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, then add the spinach and coconut aminos. Toss for about 1 minute until the spinach wilts and everything is coated, then serve right away.

Quick tip: Microwave the sweet potato while the chicken browns, then crisp the potato in the same pan at the end for one-pan cleanup.

Why it works: Protein plus a slow-digesting carb and a green vegetable is the simplest reliable formula for a filling lunch.


Dinner

Coconut Aminos Salmon with Crispy Potatoes & Broccoli

Glazed salmon fillet served with crispy diced potatoes and steamed broccoli

Total time: 15 minutes  ·  Serves: 1

A strong finish to the week: glazed salmon, crisp-edged potatoes, and bright green broccoli. Everything comes together in one skillet plus a few minutes in the microwave.

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 5 oz thawed salmon
  • 150 g russet potato
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp coconut aminos

Instructions

  1. Dice the potato into small cubes and microwave with a splash of water, covered, for 5–6 minutes until tender. Drain well and pat dry so the cubes can crisp properly in the skillet.
  2. Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Sear the salmon for 3–4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook 2–3 minutes more until the thickest part reaches 145°F. Pour the coconut aminos in during the final minute and spoon the glaze over the top.
  4. Move the salmon to a plate to rest, then add the dried potato cubes to the same skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes, pressing them lightly, until the edges are golden and crisp.
  5. Microwave the broccoli for 2–3 minutes until heated through and bright green. Serve the salmon with the crispy potatoes and broccoli, spooning any leftover pan glaze over everything.

Quick tip: Start the potato in the microwave before searing the salmon, then crisp it in the skillet while the fish rests.

Why it works: Salmon delivers omega-3s and protein, potatoes add satisfying complex carbs, and broccoli rounds it out with fiber and vitamin C.

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Estimated Weekly Budget

What 15 ingredients actually costs for 15 meals

Meal Per Serving 5-Day Total
Breakfasts $2.10 $10.50
Lunches $4.00 $20.00
Dinners $5.50 $27.50
Estimated week 15 meals $58.00

Pantry staples stretch further: olive oil and coconut aminos are bought once and last several weeks, so your true weekly food cost drops to roughly $45–$50 after the first shop.

Estimates assume mid-range grocery pricing and will vary by store, region, and season. Salmon and chicken are the largest single line items.


Total Nutrition at a Glance

Daily totals across all three meals

Day Calories Protein Carbs Fat
Day 1 1,160 86 g 92 g 50 g
Day 2 1,325 94 g 126 g 45 g
Day 3 1,120 79 g 82 g 46 g
Day 4 1,135 94 g 99 g 38 g
Day 5 1,190 86 g 105 g 47 g
Week total 5,920 439 g 504 g 226 g

~1,185
Daily calories
~88 g
Daily protein
~29%
Protein calories

What stands out: protein lands between 79 g and 94 g every single day, and no day drops below 79 g — so the plan holds steady even on the lightest day.

Estimates only, calculated from standard portion sizes and typical nutrition values. Actual figures vary by brand, cut of meat, and produce size. Adjust portions if your calorie needs are higher or lower.


One list, five days, fifteen meals. Keep this page handy and the shopping list on your phone — everything else is already in your kitchen.

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