Tag: fresh basil

Grilled Shrimp over Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients Decrease Serving 5 Increase Serving Adjust Original recipe yields 5 servings Lemon Basil Dressing: 2 cups thinly sliced fresh basil 9 tablespoons olive oil, divided ⅓ cup toasted sliced almonds, divided 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 shallot, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 1 lemon, zested ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 […]

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Garlic Chicken Linguine

Ingredients Decrease Serving 8 Increase Serving Adjust Original recipe yields 8 servings Ingredient Checklist 1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup chopped garlic 6 tomatoes, skinned and chopped, or more to taste 4 cups chopped cooked chicken 10 slices prosciutto, cut into small pieces, or more to taste ¼ cup […]

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Simple Grilled Salmon & Vegetables

ngredients Ingredient Checklist 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise 2 red, orange and/or yellow bell peppers, trimmed, halved and seeded 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon salt, divided ½ teaspoon ground pepper 1 ¼ pounds salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil 1 […]

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Creamy Lemon Pasta with Shrimp

Ingredients Ingredient Checklist 8 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 12 ounces sustainably sourced peeled and deveined raw shrimp (26-30 per pound) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper 4 cups loosely packed arugula ¼ cup whole-milk plain yogurt 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons lemon […]

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Flank Steak with Tomato Bruschetta

For a quick and easy dinner, serve Flank Steak with Tomato Bruschetta. Flank steak is lean and flavorful and definitely has a place in your healthful diet. Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning 1 (1-pound) flank […]

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Breakfast Bowl with Tomato, Avocado, and Egg

This is the kind of breakfast that’s worth waking up for–and enjoying again for lunch or dinner. If you want a starchy component, add precooked farro or quinoa. Ingredients 3 bacon slices 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon water 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) 2 teaspoons chopped […]

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Baked Zucchini Boats

1 zucchini (medium, cut in half and then quartered) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved) salt pepper fresh basil (for garnish) Did you make thisHow many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 lbs your first week and 2-5 lbs every week after. Visit us […]

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Seared Cajun-Style Steak with Green Tomato Relish 18

Ingredients 2 (8-oz.) sirloin steaks, trimmed 1 teaspoon unsalted Cajun seasoning (such as Tony Chachere’s) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 cups chopped green tomatoes (about 3 medium) 1 cup canned white hominy, drained 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons torn fresh basil 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice […]

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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Asian Pear Slaw 11

Marjorie Meek-Bradley relies on fish sauce to bring a new dimension to marinades and vinaigrettes. She finds that this salty pantry staple is especially appealing in crisp salads. Ingredients 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon chopped shallots 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon minced […]

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Spinach-Strawberry Salad 20

This simple spinach strawberry salad is a wonderful starter and an ideal accompaniment to grilled or roast chicken or pork. Ingredients Easy Herb Vinaigrette: 9 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons wildflower honey 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 cup canola oil 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 3 tablespoons minced fresh chives Salad: 1 […]