As a variation, you could grill the chicken thighs–a little charring would complement the sauce. No mortar and pestle? Process the paste base in a mini chopper. Ingredients Cooking spray 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots 1 large garlic clove, minced 1/3 cup […]
Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce (such as Huy Fong), divided 4 (6-inch) whole-wheat pita rounds 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 medium zucchini, thinly diagonally sliced 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions 1/2 teaspoon […]
Sweet chili sauce is not too sweet, spicy, or salty–great for an instant glaze on the shrimp, in marinades, or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or chicken kebabs. Find it in the international aisle of most supermarkets. If you can’t find it, sub regular chili sauce (such as Heinz), or skip the sauce […]
Ingredients Steak: 1 (15 x 6 1/2 x 3/8-inch) oak grilling plank 4 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, trimmed (3/4 inch thick) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Sauce: 3/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium […]
Precooked whole grains are perhaps the best possible addition to the convenience food lineup, saving time and coming in serving-friendly pouches. Look for unseasoned grains for a product that’s more versatile and lower in sodium. While most precooked grains call for some cooking to reheat and finish hydrating, we skip that step here. The quinoa […]
This loaded veggie bowl gets a touch of smoke from the chili-spiced sweet potatoes and roasted bell pepper and plenty of zing from fresh lime. Chili powder and lime also give toasted almonds an addictive crust; make extra and enjoy as a snack. Cotija cheese has a dry, crumbly texture—it won’t melt or disappear into […]
Just a hint of char on the asparagus adds fantastic complexity to this simple 5-ingredient spring salad. Look for medium stalks rather than pencil-thin ones—those would char and dry out too quickly. A soft-boiled egg adds protein and richness; let the slightly runny yolks mingle with the rest of the salad before enjoying. Whole-milk Greek […]
We combined the classic Niçoise combo of haricots verts, potatoes, hard-cooked eggs, tuna, and olives with whole-grain rye berries, which have a nutty, faintly peppery-tangy flavor. If you can’t find them, use farro or wheat berries. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked rye berries 4 large eggs 8 ounces small red potatoes 8 ounces haricots verts (French […]
This gluten-free take on a taco salad uses seared flank steak in place of ground beef. Instead of a fried tortilla shell, crisp romaine lettuce forms the sturdy base for each salad with crunchy tortilla chips crumbled on top. Queso fresco is a firm, mild cheese—a great alternative to feta if you’re not a fan […]
This one-pan meal is a crowd-pleaser and testament to how 4 ingredients can come together to form a supremely satisfying dish, ready in a flash. We use an old-school cooking trick here and broil the steak directly over the veggies so the meat juices baste them as they caramelize. If you can’t find flat iron, […]