The research is in and, to no one’s surprise, it shows that business travelers are more likely to turn to fast food when they’re on the road. Eating fast food occasionally is OK, but filling up on McDonald’s every chance you get is bound to pack on the pounds, not to mention the internal issues. If you’d like to eat healthier when you’re traveling, consider making one of these easy recipes. They’re all quick, guaranteed to satisfy and will leave you feeling better about your dietary choices.
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Frittata
Eggs are sometimes described as a miracle food, and frittatas only serve to reinforce this idea. They’re easy to make, filling and usually you’ll have enough for leftovers. Plus, you can fill this with literally anything you like, or anything you happen to have on hand. Make it savory with goat cheese or hearty by adding meat like sausage. Chop up any vegetable on hand for an added nutritional boost and crunch! See a full recipe here.
Lentil Stew
This is yet another dish that’s easy to make, nutritious and delicious. Plus, this recipe has just five ingredients, all of which you can keep on hand for a last minute meal. Add more if you like your soups to be hearty or use fewer ingredients if you like to keep it simple. See a full recipe here.
Sautéed Noodles
Dried noodles are pretty easy for even amateur chefs to whip up. Boil the noodles in water, sauté them in oil, add spices and then throw in your favorite veggies to finish. Recipe via Wise Bread.
Baked Fish
Seafood lovers know just how easy and quick it is to prepare fish. Buy a fresh fillet from the local farmers market and get to work. Once you’ve picked your cut, lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper, add a dab of butter or some flavored olive oil, add a squirt of lemon and slide in the oven. If you have a cast iron skillet on hand, a slow pan fry will produce a wonderfully tasteful brown crust on one side.
Drunken Chicken
If the name of this dish doesn’t pique your curiosity, the ingredients sure will. All you need is a chicken, a can of beer and some veggies to make this tasty meal, suggests wisebread.com. Since this recipe typically produces more food than you could ever eat alone, invite your colleagues or friends in the area over to enjoy. Heck, grab a six-pack while you’re at the store and make it a real party. See a full recipe here.
Pimento-Cheese Sandwiches
How could sandwiches not make this list? All you need is bread, simple filling, and you’re done. Delish.com suggests spreading pimento cheese between two slices, since it’s more exciting than a traditional sammie. But we wouldn’t stop if you tried making peanut butter and jelly either. That’s a classic that can’t be denied.
Next time you’re on the road, consider whipping up your own food. It doesn’t have to difficult and chances are it will save you extra calories and money. You can make these simple yet filling recipes with the most basic of kitchens, but when you stay with PC Housing you’ll have a full kitchen at your disposal to make these and more complicated dishes. And what business traveler doesn’t want that?