30 Whole30 Recipes to Keep You Eating Well All Month Long (2024)

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Starting a Whole30? I've got 30 Whole30 recipes to keep you eating well all month long!

All too often, I talk to friends and acquaintances who assume that cleaning up their diet or healthy eating means eating boring, bland food. One of the reasons I started this blog was to offer an alternative. Luckily, alot of blogs out there do the same!

Whether this is your first Whole30, your fifth, or you're just looking for some new, healthy recipes to add to your diet, this roundup has a solid variety to pick from.

These epic recipes come from some of my favorite bloggers and my blog.

I've done my best to include recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I've also made a point to pick Whole30 options that you can spread to multiple meals - because let's face it, you don't want to cook every dang night and leftovers are going to become your best friend!

Notice a huge gaping hole in my roundup? Have a favorite Whole30 recipe that you want to share? Throw the link in the comments! I'd love to see what your favorites are.

Whole30 Breakfast Recipes

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1. Beef and Bacon Breakfast Bowl by The Movement Menu

If you're sick of eggs for breakfast, these beef and bacon breakfast bowls are a great option! Prep the patties, cauliflower rice, and soft boiled eggs in advance so you can eat it throughout the week.

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2. Sausage Hashbrown Egg Bake by The Real Food Dietitians

With veggies, hashbrowns, and eggs, this casserole cooks up a complete meal for a crowd in one go. Make it on a Sunday and eat portions throughout the week!

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3. Salmon Cake Eggs Benedict by Do You Even Paleo

Definitely not your normal breakfast! Make the whole meal for brunch or prep the salmon cakes in advance for quicker weekday morning fare.

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4. "Hearty" Sweet Potato Hash by Wild and Whole

Why not add in some new-to-you foods during your Whole30? I love Wild and Whole's idea to add heart (yes, we're talking about the organ!) into her breakfast.

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5. Plantain Bacon Fritters with Avocado and Poached Egg by Paleo Running Momma

It's no secret that I'm in love with plantains, so of course I had to include a plantain recipe in my roundup! These plantain bacon fritters from Paleo Running Momma make a perfect breakfast.

Whole30 Veggie Recipes

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6. Roasted Beets with Parsley by Do You Even Paleo

Beets are a favorite in this household. This simple recipe teaches you how to properly roast them so they taste like little cubes of nature's candy. The parsley is optional, but who doesn't like an extra burst of color?

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7. Roasted Garlic Parsnip Cauliflower Mash by Tasty Yummies

On a Whole30, you'll get really acquainted with cauliflower! You can use it for "rice", as a base for sauces and creamy soups, and as a healthier version of mashed potatoes. Tasty Yummies covers the latter with this roasted garlic parsnip and cauliflower mash!

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8. Warm Kale & Butternut Squash Salad with Cranberries & Walnutsby Do You Even Paleo

I'm a huge fan of kale salads. The secret? Don't use raw kale! I cook it down slightly and add a big helping of add-ins like butternut squash, cranberries, and walnuts. A dressing brings it all together.

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9. Arugula, Apple & Bacon Salad with Cranberry Vinaigretteby Meatified

This refreshing little salad includes peppery arugula, chopped apples, crispy bacon and a homemade cranberry vinaigrette. Trust me, Meatified knows how to make a good salad!

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10. Mashed Plantains—Sweet & Savory by Do You Even Paleo

Plantains are one of my favorite foods - here's a way to use both unripe (green) and ripe (yellow/brown) plantains for an easy side dish!

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11. Silky Butternut Squash & Apple Soup with Toasted Pecans by Do You Even Paleo

This smooth, silky butternut squash and apple soup is a go-to in the chilly winter months. It's insanely easy to make, and you'll have leftovers to eat throughout the week!

Whole30 Lunch and Dinner Recipes

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12. Salmon Cobb Salad by Stupid Easy Paleo

Take one look at this Salmon Cobb Salad and your mouth will start watering. Can a good Whole30 meal get any better than this? A huge heaping of veggies and salmon...that's what I call a good lunch or dinner!

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13. Zaatar Spiced Venison Meatballs with Avocado Tzatziki by Wild and Whole

These simple meatballs can be made with beef if you don't have venison on hand...but seriously, try to get venison! Again, you can prep meatballs on the weekend so you have food for the whole week.

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14. Dry-Rubbed Crockpot Pulled Pork by Do You Even Paleo

Pulled pork is by far one of the easiest recipes on the planet. Just rub a pork shoulder in a spice blend and throw it in a slow cooker for the day. Eat the meat plain, pair it with greens and cauliflower mash, use it in tacos...the possibilities are endless!

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15. Slow Cooked Bolognese Sauce with Sweet Potato Noodles by A Calculated Whisk

When you stop eating pasta, you start realizing that what really makes pasta delicious is the sauce. Case in point: this slow cooked bolognese sauce from A Calculated Whisk!

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16. Prosciutto Wrapped Cod with Lemon Caper Spinach by Kits Coastal

This simple cod recipe takes hardly any time at all, but you'll feel like you're eating at a top restaurant! Proscuitto and cod are a match made in heaven.

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17. Pepperoncini Shredded Beef Roast by Do You Even Paleo

If you've ever heard of "Mississippi Roast", this is a healthy version of that. Pepperoncini and spices make this flavorful, addicting shredded beef! One reader suggested adding cubed sweet potato to the slow cooker to add some veggies to the mix.

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18. Paleo Fish Taco Bowls by The Movement Menu

"Bowls" are a simple meal idea, and The Movement Menu is the queen! These Fish Taco Bowls are totally Whole30 friendly, but they'd make a great meal regardless of whether you're on the Whole30 or not!

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19. Skillet Pizza Chicken by Do You Even Paleo

This will never be pizza, but it sure has the flavors of it. With tomato sauce, spices, and chicken thighs, this one skillet meal is easy but crazy flavorful. If you can't find Whole30-friendly pepperoni, use proscuitto.

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20. Paleo Skillet Beef Fajitas by A Healthy Life for Me

Yes, fajitas can totally fit into your Whole30! Once you learn how to make beef fajitas at home, you'll add this simple recipe from A Healthy Life for Me to your regular rotation.

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21. Swedish Meatballs in Gravy by Meatified

Meatballs and gravy - it hardly gets better than this! Serve with cauliflower mash for the complete meal.

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22. Buffalo Chicken Smothered Sweet Potato Fries by Do You Even Paleo

Smothered sweet potato fries may look complicated, but it's really quite simple. Make some sweet potato fries. Add homemade buffalo sauce to some leftover chicken. And put the chicken on the fries. Easy and oh so good!

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23. Zuppa Toscana by Farmstead Chic

You can't go wrong with a filling, simple Whole30 friendly soup! This is another recipe that you can prep on the weekend and enjoy throughout the week.

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24. 15 Minute Paleo Taco Skillet Dinner by Tasty Yummies

Heck yes! A one skillet meal that takes little to no time. Tasty Yummies' Taco Skillet Dinner is perfect for those nights when you don't have a plan, but you don't want to stand in front of your fridge eating leaves of lettuce plain because you don't know what else to do.

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25. Quick Thai Red Curry Beef Tenderloin Skillet by Do You Even Paleo

Possibly one of my favorite recipes of all time! This Thai Red Curry skillet cooks up quickly and has a boatload of flavor. Serve with cauliflower rice or mashed plantains.

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26. Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe by Stupid Easy Paleo

I love Steph (from Stupid Easy Paleo)'s idea to make her Buffalo Chicken Salad into a portable mason jar meal! Whether you stuff it into a mason jar for lunch or eat a serving for dinner, this salad is a good bet any time of the day.

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27. Shrimp, Sausage, and Caulirice Skillet by Do You Even Paleo

The name says it all. With one skillet, shrimp, Whole30-friendly sausage, cauliflower rice, and a homemade creole spice blend, this meal is going to be your new best friend. My spouse doesn't shut up about it - and he doesn't eat paleo.

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28. Grain Free Thai Chicken Meatballs with Coconut Red Curry Sauce by Tasty Yummies

I had to include another meatball recipe, because they're excellent for meal prep! Tasty Yummies' Thai Chicken Meatballs are complete with a red curry sauce. Serve them with cauliflower rice or sweet potato noodles.

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29. Whole30 Greek Burgers by Primal Gourmet

Sometimes, you just want a burger! Primal Gourmet's Whole30 Greek Burgers are a great option for that. With a burger this flavorful, you won't miss the bun at all!

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30. Next Level Chicken Wings by Do You Even Paleo

I make these chicken wings on weeknights for something fast and easy. Again, my spouse raves about these. My friends ask me to make them again year-round. They're next level!

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FAQs

What is the Whole30 diet for 30 days? ›

The Whole30 diet is a strict 30-day elimination diet that many people turn to for weight loss or help with digestive concerns. The program encourages you to cut out alcohol, sugar, grains, legumes, dairy, and additives from your diet for 30 days. It is advertised as a total lifestyle change, rather than a simple diet.

What are the hardest days on Whole30? ›

According to The Whole30 Timeline, Days 10 and 11 are the hardest, because you've gotten past the headaches and tiredness, but you haven't started seeing the big benefits.

What is a Whole30 meal plan? ›

Whole30 is a 30-day elimination diet that involves avoiding certain foods that, according to the founders, can cause inflammation and cravings, and negatively affect hormones and gut health.

What happens if I cheat on Whole30? ›

Since the Whole30 diet is more of a food challenge than a long-term change, there are some hurdles. The Whole30 diet has strict rules. The overall goal is to restrict your eating. So, if you “cheat” on a day of your challenge, they recommend you start again from day one.

Are potatoes OK on Whole30? ›

Are Potatoes Whole30? Yes! As of January 2021, all varieties of potatoes are included in the Whole30 diet. Yet, the catch is that fries and chips are not included in the diet as they are not considered to be “real” or whole foods.

How many pounds can you lose on Whole30? ›

Whole30 is a great way to reset your eating habits and jump start your weight loss journey. While results will vary from person to person, many people report losing 10-15 pounds in the first month.

How much weight can you lose on Whole30 in a month? ›

As one of those Whole30 devotees you're probably pretty annoyed with by now, allow me to explain. Three years ago, I dropped 30 pounds (and kept it off) by doing the Whole30 and continuing to eat well in the months that followed. During the 30 days on the program, I lost 11 pounds.

Is it normal to poop a lot on Whole30? ›

Whole30. If you're used to eating a traditional low-fiber American diet—meaning not many fruits, veggies, and whole grains and lots of sugar and processed carbs—switching to this veggie-heavy diet may trigger diarrhea, Upton said.

Why do your pants get tighter on Whole30? ›

Sure enough, I was up 2.6lbs “overnight.” It's water retention and the beginning of the infamous “my pants are tighter” phase of Whole30 as the body continues expelling all the junk and getting used to a new way of eating. Day 8ish is usually a bit of a digestive adventure, so we'll see where things go.

What diet is closest to Whole30? ›

The Whole30 and paleo diets are very similar in their restrictions and health effects but diverge in their implementation.
  • Both cut out the same food groups.
  • Both aid weight loss.
  • Both may promote similar health benefits.
  • May vary in focus and sustainability.
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Do you actually lose weight on Whole30? ›

Whole30 has gained a reputation as an effective program for weight loss and overall health improvement. Many individuals have reported successful weight loss outcomes while following the Whole30 guidelines.

Do people usually lose weight on Whole30? ›

"If you're consuming fewer calories than you usually do while following the Whole30, as well as cutting out a lot of processed foods, alcohol, and added sugars and instead eating lean protein, fruits, and veggies, it's very likely that you will lose weight," she said—which is why, despite not being able to check the ...

Why do I feel so bad on Whole30? ›

In the first week or so on the Whole30 diet, your body is adjusting, physically and psychologically, which can lead to needing some major down-time. Around day six is when exhaustion and cravings typically hit their hardest, Hartwig says. That's because your body has been so reliant on using sugar, not fat, for energy.

Do you go into ketosis on Whole30? ›

No. The Whole30 diet doesn't have a carb limit, so it's not meant to put you in ketosis. However, it tends to be lower in carbohydrates than a standard American diet (SAD) since it cuts out grains, traditional baked foods, and processed items, which are major sources of carbs.

Can I drink diet co*ke on Whole30? ›

Though diet sodas and sugary beverages are off-limits on the Whole30 diet, you can drink water, herbal teas, coffee, and any other liquids that don't contain any sugar or artificial sweeteners. Fruit juice, when 100% pure, is also acceptable on occasion.

Can you eat eggs on Whole30? ›

Anyone on the Whole30 will spend 30 days eating tons of fresh veggies, meat, seafood, fruit, eggs, nuts, seeds, and certain oils. You can find the official program rules here.

How much does Whole30 cost? ›

How much does the Whole30 plan cost? We have 3 options: monthly – $30, quarterly – $60 and annual – $99. The renewal subscription charges are then $21, $48 and $90 respectively.

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