We all need help with dinner ideas, especially on busy weeks. Here's 5 easy recipes you can use on the regular. Shopping list too!
SHOPPING LIST (4 Servings)
Proteins:
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 salmon fillets
Produce:
- Lemons (2)
- Garlic (1 bulb)
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh dill
- Assorted vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber)
- Mixed greens
- Red onion
- Fresh basil leaves
Dairy:
- Feta cheese
Pantry:
- Linguine or spaghetti (8 oz)
- Quinoa (1 cup)
- Honey
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Black pepper
Oils and Vinegars:
- Garlic Olive Oil
- Butter Olive Oil
- Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
This list should cover the ingredients needed for all five recipes. Enjoy your delicious and varied meals!
RECIPES
1. Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Garlic Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat Garlic Olive Oil and butter over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Stir in lemon juice and cooked pasta. Toss to combine.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
2. Grilled Chicken with Pomegranate Glaze:
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Butter Olive Oil
- Salt and black pepper
- 1/2 cup Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush chicken breasts with Butter Olive Oil and season with salt and black pepper.
3. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
4. In a small saucepan, combine Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture is reduced by half.
5. Brush the pomegranate glaze over the grilled chicken before serving.
3. Garlic Olive Oil Roasted Vegetables:
Ingredients:
- Assorted vegetables (e.g., carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, red onion)
- 3 tablespoons Garlic Olive Oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh herbs (e.g., thyme, rosemary), chopped
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut vegetables into bite-sized pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle Garlic Olive Oil over the vegetables and toss to coat.
4. Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs.
5. Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Butter Olive Oil Baked Salmon:
Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Butter Olive Oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together Butter Olive Oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
4. Brush the mixture over the salmon fillets.
5. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
7. Garnish with fresh dill before serving.
5. Garlic Olive Oil Quinoa Salad with Pomegranate Balsamic Dressing:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked and cooled
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Garlic Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together Garlic Olive Oil and Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar to make the dressing.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Enjoy these delicious and nutritious dinner ideas that are perfect for busy back-to-school evenings!