15 Healthy & delicious meals You Can Make in 15 Minutes for programmers.

Hey there, fellow coders! We all know the struggle of finding time to cook healthy and delicious meals between long hours of coding, debugging, and caffeine-fueled sprints. But fear not! This article is your ultimate savior, presenting 15 quick and easy recipes that are perfect for busy programmers like us.

These recipes are:

• Quick to prepare: Most of them can be whipped up in under 30 minutes, so you can get back to coding without spending hours in the kitchen.
• Easy to follow: No complicated instructions or fancy ingredients here. Just simple, straightforward recipes that anyone can follow.
• Healthy and nutritious: We’ve made sure to include a variety of nutrient-rich ingredients to keep you energized and focused throughout the day.
• Delicious and satisfying: Because let’s face it, food is one of the few joys in life, and we deserve to enjoy it!

So, without further ado, let’s dive into the recipes!

1. Scrambled Eggs with Avocado Toast:

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
• 1/2 avocado
• 1 slice of bread
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toast the bread.
2. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper.
3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a knob of butter.
4. Pour the eggs into the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until scrambled.
5. Mash the avocado and spread it on the toast.
6. Top with the scrambled eggs and enjoy!

2. Tuna Salad Sandwich:

Ingredients:

• 1 can of tuna
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of celery, chopped
• 1/4 cup of onion, chopped
• 1 slice of bread
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix the tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Spread the mixture on the bread and enjoy!

3. Greek Yogurt Parfait:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup of berries
• 1/4 cup of granola

Instructions:

1. Layer the yogurt, berries, and granola in a glass or bowl.
2. Enjoy!

4. Oatmeal with Fruit:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of oats
• 1 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of fruit, such as berries, bananas, or apples

Instructions:

1. Combine the oats and milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the fruit and enjoy!

5. Smoothie:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of fruit, such as berries, bananas, or spinach
• 1/2 cup of yogurt
• 1 tablespoon of peanut butter

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Enjoy!

6. Chicken Salad:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of celery, chopped
• 1/4 cup of onion, chopped
• 1 slice of bread
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix the chicken, mayonnaise, celery, onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Spread the mixture on the bread and enjoy!

7. Salad:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of mixed greens
• 1/2 cup of vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, or carrots
• 1/4 cup of protein, such as grilled chicken or tofu
• 1/4 cup of dressing

Instructions:

1. Combine the greens, vegetables, protein, and dressing in a bowl.
2. Toss to coat and enjoy!

8. Soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 can of soup
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1/4 cup of bread, croutons

Instructions:

1. Heat the soup in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the water and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Serve with croutons and enjoy!

9. Pasta:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of pasta
• 1 jar of pasta sauce
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
2. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
3. Add the pasta sauce and Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
4. Serve hot and enjoy!

10. Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich:

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of bread
• 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
• 1 banana

Instructions:

1. Spread the peanut butter on one slice of bread.
2. Top with the banana slices.
3. Sandwich together with the other slice of bread.
4. Cut in half and enjoy!

11. Veggie Omelet:

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup of chopped vegetables (such as spinach, tomatoes, or mushrooms)
• 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetables, cheese, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
3. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until set.
4. Fold the omelet in half and serve hot.

12. Fruit Salad:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of mixed fruits (such as apples, bananas, strawberries, and grapes)
• 1/4 cup of yogurt
• 1 tablespoon of honey

Instructions:

1. Chop the fruits into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a bowl, combine the fruits, yogurt, and honey.
3. Stir to combine and serve chilled.

13. Baked Potato:

Ingredients:

• 1 potato
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Scrub the potato and prick it all over with a fork.
3. Rub the potato with salt and pepper.
4. Bake the potato for 45-60 minutes, or until it is soft when pierced with a fork.
5. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

14. Yogurt and Granola:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of yogurt
• 1/4 cup of granola
• 1/4 cup of fresh or dried fruit (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, granola, and fruit (if using).
2. Stir to combine and enjoy!

15. Avocado Toast:

Ingredients:

• 1 slice of bread
• 1/2 avocado
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toast the bread.
2. Mash the avocado and spread it on the toast.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Enjoy!

16. Hummus and Veggie Wrap:

Ingredients:

• 1 whole-wheat tortilla
• 1/4 cup hummus
• 1/2 cup vegetables, such as shredded carrots, cucumbers, and tomatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Spread the hummus on the tortilla.
2. Top with the vegetables.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Roll up the tortilla and enjoy!

17. Overnight Oats:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup yogurt
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1/4 cup berries

Instructions:

1. Combine the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and berries in a jar or container.
2. Stir well and refrigerate overnight.
3. Enjoy in the morning!

18. Hard-Boiled Eggs:

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water.
2. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then cover the pan and remove it from the heat.
3. Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10 minutes.
4. Drain the hot water and rinse the eggs with cold water.
5. Peel the eggs and enjoy!

19. Tuna Salad Sandwich:

Ingredients:

• 1 can of tuna
• 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of celery, chopped
• 1/4 cup of onion, chopped
• 1 slice of bread
• Salt and pepper to taste