These nutritious meals will infuse your kitchen with delightful flavors, making them perfect for even your busiest nights. Whether it’s savory tacos or flavorful garlic-infused pasta, each serving contains only 575 calories or fewer. These straightforward recipes, such as our Simple Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles and 15-Minute Salmon & Creamy Orzo with Spinach & Mushrooms, ensure that a satisfying dinner is just moments away.
Tasty Quinoa Chickpea Salad
This filling vegan salad is packed with good stuff: chickpeas, quinoa, and hummus. Enjoy the crunch of sunflower seeds and the unique taste of roasted peppers.
Teriyaki Chicken with Broccoli (Gluten-Free!)
Who doesn’t love teriyaki chicken? This one is better for you because it has less added sugar. Plus, it’s gluten-free if you use tamari (that’s gluten-free soy sauce). You can change the broccoli for any veggie you like – carrots, snow peas, or green beans.
White Bean & Veggie Salad
Check out the White Bean & Veggie Salad – a meatless masterpiece that mixes creamy white beans and avocado. Get creative and toss in different seasonal veggies for a burst of freshness. Whether it’s crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, or vibrant bell peppers, make it your own!
Pesto Ravioli with Spinach & Tomatoes
We skip all the prep hassle by using grape tomatoes, prewashed spinach, and ready-made pesto. This 15-minute Caprese-inspired ravioli is the perfect go-to for those busy weeknights when you want something quick, tasty, and fuss-free. Trust me, your taste buds are in for a treat with this one!
Green Goddess Salad with Chickpeas
Crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, Swiss cheese, and hearty chickpeas hanging out together. The real star? A killer green goddess dressing made with avocados, buttermilk, and a bunch of fresh herbs. It’s so good that you’ll want more, especially when you pour it over some grilled veggies.
Easy Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
A fresh take on the classic that’s as easy as it gets! Swap out the pasta for zucchini noodles, giving you all the flavor without the heaviness. Those juicy tomatoes bring a hint of sweetness and a pop of color, while the cheese adds a nutty richness that’s just too good to resist. It’s like a flavor explosion in your mouth! So, if you’re up for a tasty twist on a classic, this dish has your name written all over it. Let the Easy Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles be your go-to for a quick, delicious meal that hits all the right notes.
Lentil & Apple Salad
Make a satisfying vegetarian meal with this salad featuring lentils, feta, and apple. Perfect for lunch or dinner. Save time by using canned lentils – just choose low-sodium ones and give them a rinse before adding them to the salad.
Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Bowl
Experience the flavors of a taco salad in a healthier twist with this quinoa and black bean bowl. Packed with pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, and avocado, it’s complemented by a simple hummus dressing for a delightful finishing touch. No fried bowl, just wholesome goodness.
Salmon and Lemon-Garlic Pasta
Got some leftover salmon? Here’s a tasty and easy way to make a quick dinner. Keep some pasta water – it makes the lemon-garlic pasta sauce smooth and delicious.
Salmon & Creamy Orzo with Spinach & Mushrooms
This is a lightning-fast salmon dinner that’s all about easy and delicious! Picture this: succulent salmon fillets cozying up to creamy orzo, with wilted spinach and earthy mushrooms bringing their A-game to the party. The secret sauce? Cooking the salmon at a high temperature for a speedy, healthy dinner that’s ready in a flash. And here’s a hack for you – grab presliced mushrooms to make it even quicker.
Quick Spinach & Feta Egg Pitas
Make a fast and tasty meatless dinner in just 15 minutes! Use frozen chopped spinach and crumbled feta for convenience. Spread sun-dried tomato tapenade on whole-wheat pita, then add scrambled eggs inside. Can’t find a tapenade? No worries, basil pesto or sun-dried tomato pesto are great too. Easy and delicious!
Quick Sheet-Pan Chicken & Broccoli
Get dinner on the table in just 15 minutes and clean up is a snap with these simple broiled chicken tenders. They’re coated in everything bagel seasoning and served with fresh broccoli on the side. Plus, a three-ingredient dipping sauce adds a bit of sweetness and spice.
Vegan Tacos with Veggies & Black Beans
Make these delicious vegan tacos in a snap – great for busy nights! They’re so tasty that you won’t even miss the meat or dairy.
BBQ Chicken Tacos with Slaw
Try this quick and delicious dinner idea – BBQ chicken tacos with a zesty slaw. The creamy slaw is so good, that you might want to use it in other sandwiches too. Perfect for busy nights, and you can save time by using pre-shredded coleslaw.