{"id":7109,"date":"2025-08-21T10:03:20","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T09:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=7109"},"modified":"2026-04-10T16:12:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T15:12:59","slug":"quick-midweek-meals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.ie\/blog\/quick-midweek-meals\/","title":{"rendered":"Fast feasts \u2013 quick midweek meals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We all have those days when we just want something quick and tasty on the table without any faff or fuss \u2013 and at Slimming World, we fit our Food Optimising plan to your lifestyle, no matter how busy you might be. With&nbsp;hundreds of simple, less-than-30-minute Slimming World meals, you absolutely can get the weight loss you want without spending ages in the kitchen. Here\u2019s a tasty selection&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Slimming World meals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/burger-in-a-bowl\">Burger in a bowl<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/burger-in-a-bowl\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/burger-in-a-bowl-v2_blog-500px.jpg\" alt=\"Burger in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-10650\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 25 mins&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Juicy beef, our special super sauce and a &#8216;bowl lotta flavour&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/lentil-shepherds-pie\">Lentil shepherd\u2019s pie<\/a>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/lentil-shepherds-pie\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lentil-shepherds-pie-fast-feasts-body-slimming-world-blog.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World vegan shepherds pie\" class=\"wp-image-7105\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 30 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freezer-friendly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve replaced the lamb with lentils in this super-comforting, satisfying and Free vegan pie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extra-busy week? Try a Slimming World Kitchen recipe box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve added \u2018quick cook\u2019 meals to our recipe boxes, so you can enjoy delicious, slimming-friendly feasts in 20 minutes or less! With everything you need delivered to your doorstep on a day to suit you, it\u2019s the perfect no-stress solution for extra-busy weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/slimmingworldkitchen.co.uk\/choose-recipes\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"115\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/SWKitchen-Small-CTA-Opt1.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World Kitchen - Food Optimising delivered!\" class=\"wp-image-8816\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/smoky-air-fryer-chicken-nuggets\">Smoky air fryer chicken nuggets<\/a>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/smoky-air-fryer-chicken-nuggets\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/air-fryer-chicken-nuggets_sw_blog.jpg\" alt=\"Air fryer chicken nuggets\" class=\"wp-image-6141\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 30 mins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Air-frying nuggets helps you get that gorgeous golden colour and crunch without&nbsp;deep-frying \u2013 and we can confirm they\u2019re just as juicy and delicious!&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/eat-slimming-world-air-fryer-recipes\/\"><strong>More on the blog: Make the most of your air fryer with these quick dishes&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/salmon-kimchi-noodle-bowls\">Salmon kimchi noodle bowls<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/players.brightcove.net\/5245389806001\/default_default\/index.html?videoId=\t6369673688112\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" width=\"900\" height=\"390\"><\/iframe><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 25 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This nourishing noodle bowl is quick, easy and packed with goodness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/quorn-bolognorzo\">Quorn bolognorzo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/quorn-bolognorzo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Body-QuornBolognorzo-BowledOverCookbook_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Bowled Over cookbook - quorn bolognorzo RAFFLE RECIPE\" class=\"wp-image-11369\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 25 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetarian<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freezer-friendly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This veggie take on spag bol is rich, hearty and oh-zo satisfying. It can also be made with vegan mince, if you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/half-hour-roast-chicken-dinner\">Half-hour roast chicken dinner&nbsp;<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/half-hour-roast-chicken-dinner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chicken-dinner-fast-feasts-body-slimming-world-blog.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World quick chicken dinner\" class=\"wp-image-7110\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 30 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This quick roast chicken is a super Sunday time-saver \u2013 and perfect when you fancy a midweek roast. Even better, you can throw everything into one roasting tin, saving time on the washing-up, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/cupboard-love-tuna-pasta\">Cupboard-love tuna pasta<\/a>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/cupboard-love-tuna-pasta\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/cupboard-love-tuna-pasta-fast-feasts-body-slimming-world-blog.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World tuna pasta\" class=\"wp-image-7104\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 20 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have time to shop, raid your&nbsp;cupboards for the ingredients to make this brilliantly budget-friendly dish.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/five-easy-family-dinners-for-25\">More for members: Feed the family for less with&nbsp;five easy dinners for&nbsp;\u00a325&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/creamy-mushroom-pappardelle\">Creamy mushroom pappardelle<\/a>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Body-CreamyMushroomPasta_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"creamy mushroom pasta\" class=\"wp-image-13118\" style=\"width:500px;height:500px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 25 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetarian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes you can enjoy pasta on the Slimming World plan, and our members will find more than 100 recipes \u2013 from a classic carbonara to a stuffed cannelloni \u2013 on the app and website.&nbsp;This moreish mushroom dish is ready in 23 minutes flat!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/chilli-ramen-bowl\">Chilli ramen bowl<\/a>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/chilli-ramen-bowl\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/chilli-ramen-bowl-new_sw_blog-body-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8245\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ready in 30 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ramen is satisfying, nourishing, full of flavour\u2026 and messy \u2013 but that\u2019s all part of the fun! This slurpable vegan superstar\u00a0gives tofu top billing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Too busy to cook? 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