Author: Charlotte
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Ginger-Lime Tofu Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Peppers
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice + 2 1/4 cups water + 1/2 tsp salt 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed 1 1/2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (for tofu) + 3 tbsp (for glaze)…
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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Grilled Chicken
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 20 minutes marinating) Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Quick Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed + 2 cups water, pinch salt 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Chicken marinade: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon…
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Roasted Veggie and Hummus Grain Bowls
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 bowls Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 60 minutes Quick Ingredients 1.5 cups uncooked brown rice + 3 cups water (see Variation for bulgur) 1 medium cauliflower (about 2 lb), cut into 1-inch florets 2 large bell peppers (red/yellow), cut into 1-inch strips 2 medium…
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Hearty Vegetable Minestrone with Cannellini Beans
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: Serves 6 (about 12 cups) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil, plus 1 tbsp to finish 1 medium yellow onion, diced (1 cup) 2 carrots, diced (1 cup); 2 celery ribs, diced (3/4 cup) 4 garlic cloves, minced…
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Light Spaghetti Squash Carbonara with Turkey Bacon and Peas
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Quick Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (2.5–3 lb) 1 tbsp olive oil, plus 1 tsp if needed 6 slices turkey bacon, diced 1 small shallot, minced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 3/4…
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Balsamic Chicken and Roasted Vegetable Bake
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each) 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tbsp honey, plus 1 tsp for glaze 2 tsp Dijon mustard 3 garlic…
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Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives and Tomatoes
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1.5 lb skinless cod fillets (about 4 pieces, 1–1.5 inches thick) 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved 2 tbsp capers, drained 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 small red…
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Roasted Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad with Honey-Dijon Dressing
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4–6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tbsp olive oil, plus kosher salt and black pepper 1 cup quinoa, rinsed + 2 cups water 3/4 cup pecans, toasted and roughly…
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Shrimp and Veggie Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 cup quick-cooking brown rice + 2 cups water + pinch salt 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 cups small broccoli florets 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly…
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Cashew Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes (includes 10-minute marinating) Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 32 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced Marinade: 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp neutral oil Sauce: 1/2 cup low-sodium…
