Weekly Meal Plan: December 3–9 with Balanced Recipes and Tips

This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas for you and your family.

Weekly Meal Plan Dec 3 - Dec 9 - breakfast, lunch and dinner recipes and ideas to help get healthy meals on your family's table

This week’s plan focuses on nourishing soups and fresh salads — perfect after the holiday feasting. The menu below is designed to be adaptable: swap in your favorite healthy recipes, reuse leftovers, or adjust portion sizes to suit your household.

I’ve compiled this weekly meal plan to make it easier to get wholesome, tasty meals on the table for you and your family. If you want more ideas, search my recipe index for additional breakfast and dinner recipes.

If you try any of these recipes during the week, please let me know — I’d love to hear how they turned out!

Breakfast Ideas

  • Oatmeal topped with sliced bananas and chopped walnuts
  • Greek yogurt with fresh fruit and a sprinkle of granola
  • Soft-boiled eggs served with fresh berries

Lunch Ideas

  • Leftover French lentil and brown rice soup — reheats well and is filling
  • Leftover chana masala — serve with brown rice or a side salad

Dinner Ideas

  • Monday: French Lentil Brown Rice Soup — serve with a crisp green salad
  • Tuesday: Braised Chicken with Fig Balsamic Glaze — pair with sautéed kale
  • Wednesday: Chana Masala — serve with brown rice and steamed broccoli
  • Thursday: Thai Turkey Larb Lettuce Wraps — light, flavorful, and easy to assemble
  • Friday: Tikka Masala Meatballs — serve with quinoa and sautéed Swiss chard
  • Saturday: Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup — fragrant and soothing
  • Sunday: Brunswick Chicken Stew — hearty, served with quinoa pilaf

Tips for the week:

  • Plan one or two days to cook extra so you have ready-made lunches.
  • Use leftovers creatively — for example, soups can become a base for grain bowls, and stews pair well with steamed vegetables.
  • Keep fresh fruit and yogurt on hand for quick breakfasts or snacks.
  • Balance each meal with vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains when possible.

This flexible meal plan emphasizes simple, nutrient-dense dishes that are family friendly and easy to prepare. Swap recipes based on what’s in season or what you already have in the pantry, and enjoy a week of balanced, satisfying meals.