30 Best Whole30 Recipes {Breakfast, Lunch/Dinner, Sides} - (2024)

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These 30 Whole30 Recipes are tried and true favorites that will make everyone in the family happy. With soups, casseroles, meatloaf, salads, baked fries, egg free breakfasts, fried “rice” and more, there’s a delicious selection here to sample. Whether you’re doing the Whole30 or just need heathy meal ideas, you’re sure to find new favorites in this recipe roundup!

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It’s that time again! Christmas has passed and many of us are gearing up for a January Whole30 – a time to reset our bodies and minds after a whirlwind of holiday festivities and chaos. I’m rounding up the best Whole30 recipes so you can get ready for a month of reliably tasty, realistic meals for you and your family (who may not be doing Whole30 with you.)

Whether you’re prepping for your first round of Whole30, or you’ve completed 10+, you’re bound to find new meals and sides here that will become staples beyond the Whole30.

You’ll sail through the month with meals that taste amazing and will nourish you in all ways. From comfort food to the max, to essential side dishes, to go-to weeknight dinners and make ahead breakfasts, you’re covered for all things Whole30!

Remember – it’s totally fine to have last night’s dinner for breakfast or leftover breakfast casserole for dinner! In fact, this type of planning and flexibility is essential for an easy, stress-free and enjoyable Whole30 in my opinion.

What you need to do now: 1.) bookmark (and pin!) this page 2. drool over all the yumminess to come and 3. pick your favorites and start cooking! Happy Whole30 to everyone!

P.S. – Even if you’re not planning on a round of Whole30 (I’m not) this recipe roundup is full of tasty, easy and healthy meals to switch up your routine for the new year – so even if a Whole30 isn’t in your plans, it’s time to dig in 🙂

More Whole30 Resources:

80 Whole30 Recipes

Whole30 Packable Lunches

30 Days of Whole30 {Meal Plan with Recipes}

Best Whole30 Meal Prep Recipes

30 Best Whole30 Recipes

Whole30 Breakfast:

1. Whole30 Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash {Keto}

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2. Paleo Whole30 Breakfast Casserole

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3. Sweet Potato Hash with Sausage and Eggs

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4. Whole30 Loaded Egg Free Breakfast Hash

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5. Italian Breakfast Casserole

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6. Breakfast Fried Cauliflower Rice {Keto – Omit egg to make egg-free}

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7. Breakfast Meal Prep Bowls – Omit Eggs for Egg-free

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8. Sweet Potato Bacon and Kale Hash – Omit eggs for egg-free

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9. Breakfast Egg Roll in a Bowl {Keto – omit egg for egg-free}

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10. Sweet and Savory Harvest Hash – Egg Free, Vegan

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Whole30 Lunch/Dinner:

11. Chicken Burrito Casserole

12. Zuppa Toscana

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13. Chicken, Broccoli and “Rice” Casserole {Keto}

14. Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower Rice {Keto}

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15. Chicken Milanese with Ranch

16. Chinese Chicken Salad

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17. Guacamole Chicken Salad {Keto}

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18. Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai with Chicken

19. Creamy Tuscan Chicken

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20. Whole30 Meatloaf with Whole30 Ketchup

21. Veggie Ranch Turkey Meatloaf

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22. Loaded Bacon Burger Bowls {Keto}

23. Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

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24. Pesto Chicken Meatballs {Keto}

25. Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad {Keto}

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Whole30 Side Dishes:

26. Cauliflower Risotto {Keto}

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27. Roasted Garlic and Bacon Mashed Cauliflower {Keto}

28. Spinach Artichoke Twice Baked Potatoes {Vegan}

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29. Baked Sweet Potato Fries with BBQ Ranch

30. Garlic Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon {Keto}

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I hope you enjoy these 30 Best Whole30 Recipes and find several new go-to meals that’ll become family favorites well beyond 30 days. Stay tuned for lots of new Whole30 recipes to come this month!

Find more delicious Whole30 Recipes as these websites:

Real Food with Jessica

Healthy Little Peach

The Real Food Dietitians

The Whole Cook

Mary’s Whole Life

Every Last Bite

Real Simple Good

40 Aprons

I Heart Umami

Primal Gourmet

The Defined Dish

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  3. 30 Best Whole30 Recipes {Breakfast, Lunch/Dinner, Sides} - (30)Pamela B says

    wow these all look so delicious! I am on day 10 of my first ever round of whole30. I’ve been enjoying some of the recipies in the Whole30 book, but I’m ready for something new and exciting. Now, the challenge is which one do I make first?!! Thank you for the inspiration and keep it coming please!

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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.

Do you eat breakfast on Whole30? ›

So, yes, we want you eating breakfast during your Whole30.

Here are three ways to make it a little easier.

What is the hardest day of the Whole30 program? ›

Day 10 & 11 – The Hardest Days

These days are notoriously the hardest days on Whole30 because you've gone through almost two weeks of the program, but haven't seen any of the benefits yet.

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

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.

Is oatmeal OK on Whole30? ›

No grains.

This includes wheat, rye, barley, oats, corn, rice, millet, bulgur, sorghum, sprouted grains, and all gluten-free pseudo-cereals like quinoa, amaranth, and buckwheat. This also includes all the ways we add wheat, corn, and rice into our foods in the form of bran, germ, starch, and so on.

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.

Is bacon allowed on Whole30? ›

You can also eat processed meats as long as they don't include any artificial preservatives or added sugars. So when your bacon craving strikes, stick to sugar-free uncured bacon. A hearty meat-based stew with some nutrient-rich avocado makes a great Whole30® meal.

How much weight can you lose on a 30 day diet? ›

"In general, 1 to 2 pounds per week, or 4 to 8 pounds per month, is a safe and sustainable amount to lose," says Sarah Gold Anzlovar, M.S., RDN, LDN and founder of Sarah Gold Nutrition. "Some people may lose more than that in the beginning, but it's often a lot of water weight and not true fat loss."

What do you eat during the 30 day challenge? ›

Allowables and exceptions:
  • Any and all fresh fruit and vegetables from the produce department*
  • Frozen fruit and veg (no sugar added)
  • Fresh meat, chicken, fish and seafood.
  • Whole wheat and whole grain flours.
  • Dried beans and lentils.
  • Whole wheat pasta (this is one of our 'boxed' exceptions)
  • Brown and wild rice.

What does Whole30 do to your body? ›

More than 95% of participants lose weight and improve their body composition without counting or restricting calories. Also commonly reported: consistently high energy levels, better sleep, improved mobility, less pain, improved focus and mental clarity, less bloating, clearer skin, and a sunnier disposition.

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