Author: Charlotte
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One-Pan Lemon Orzo with Spinach and Chickpeas
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 1 1/2 cups dry orzo (about 10 oz/285 g) 3 1/2 cups low-sodium…
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Oven-Baked Ratatouille Casserole with Herbs
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus 20 minutes optional salting) Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes (1 hour 45 minutes with optional salting) Quick Ingredients 1 large eggplant (about 1 lb / 450 g), sliced 1/4 in (6 mm) 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb…
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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…
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Hearty Vegetable Barley Stew with Mushrooms and Thyme
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, diced 3 carrots, diced 3 celery ribs, diced 12 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 cup…
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Creamy Tahini Pasta with Roasted Broccoli and Lemon
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz whole-wheat pasta (fusilli or penne) 1 large head broccoli (about 1 1/4 lb), cut into florets; stems peeled and sliced 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/3…
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled/deveined, tails on optional 8–10 wooden skewers (soaked 20 minutes) or metal skewers 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1 tsp lime zest 2…
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Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: Serves 4 (about 20 meatballs) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients Meatballs: 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean), 1/3 cup plain panko, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup finely grated onion, 3 garlic cloves (minced), 2 tsp dried oregano, 2 tbsp chopped parsley,…
