Crisp, delicate butter lettuce leaves have a cup shape that’s perfect for holding the sweet-and-savory ground turkey mixture and crunchy, colorful vegetables. The key is not to weigh down the cups with too much filling so they don’t tear. Add some heat with crushed red pepper or a diced red Fresno chile. The sugar here […]
Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked soba (buckwheat noodles) Cooking spray 1 (1-pound) sushi-grade tuna steak 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup finely chopped English cucumber 1 cup shredded carrot 1/2 cup julienne-cut radishes 1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions 3 tablespoons rice vinegar […]
This colorful orzo and chicken main dish salad is packed with an assortment of chopped fresh vegetables and tossed with a tangy lemon dressing. It’s a great use for leftover or rotisserie chicken. Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked orzo 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon […]
These Greek-style pork chops feature classic Mediterranean ingredients like garlic, oregano, yogurt, fresh dill, cucumber, and red onion. Serve toasted pita wedges with the pork chops. Ingredients 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 (4-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops 3/4 cup […]
Salty-sweet and full of fresh crunch, these wraps are a tasty way to pack in a serving of vegetables that the kids are sure to love. Ingredients 1 large carrot, peeled 1/2 (12-inch) English cucumber 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon sugar 4 (4-ounce) turkey cutlets 3/4 teaspoon dark sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon freshly […]
Adding tahini to the marinade makes the chicken buttery tender without an overwhelming amount of sesame flavor in the finished dish. It also helps the chicken to char nicely on the grill. Ingredients Chicken: 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste), well stirred 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons […]
Simple, fresh, and perfectly portioned for two, this main dish salad is great for a quiet weeknight. Just you? Enjoy the second portion for lunch tomorrow; it will hold up nicely. Ingredients 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided Cooking spray 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and […]
Mahimahi has a sturdy, dense texture that holds up to the marinade (more delicate fish like snapper or tilapia would cure in the lime juice). If using a lighter fish, skip the marinade and squeeze a lime wedge over the fish after cooking instead. Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided 1 tablespoon extra-virgin […]
A chopped salad, full of contrasting flavors and textures and bound by a zingy vinaigrette, is a great quick and easy meal. Red bell peppers, romaine, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes are available year-round, making this satisfying main a staple worth keeping in rotation. We take the extra step of grilling the bell peppers along with […]
This Middle Eastern-inspired bowl is all about big flavor with minimal effort. A garlicky, tahini-spiked yogurt brings all the elements together and takes just minutes to make. Assemble a few bowls at the beginning of the week for easy make-ahead lunches. Ingredients 12 ounces skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast, shredded (about 3 cups) 2 teaspoons […]