When we’re busy and stressed (that’s most of us, most of the time, especially as we head into – whisper it – crazy season), cooking a well-balanced and tasty evening meal from scratch isn’t always achievable.

But we’re fortunate to have so many easier options available to us, and freezer food is right up there with the best of them. Far from just being ultra-processed and nutrient-short junk, the food in our freezers can be every bit as nutritious and balanced as fresh food, and it’s certainly a lot quicker and easier.

7 nutritionists on the foods they always have in their freezer (and why)