Scanning through the recipes in this week’s menu, the word that comes to my mind is balance. It’s got mega-healthy recipes, such as the Chopped Salad and the Super Green Smoothie, and a few crowd-pleasers, including pizza and crispy fish sliders. It all adds up to a deliciously balanced week.
Sheet Pan Salmon with Feta and Tomatoes
I always appreciate a one-pan supper (more ease, less mess) and this one is a win. You start by roasting potatoes, cherry tomatoes, and red onions until they’re about done. Then add chunks of feta and salmon filets rubbed in a savory spice blend. Easy!
Tex Mex Chopped Chicken Salad
This is my kind of supper salad. It’s tasty, satisfying, and mega nutritious thanks to all the colorful veggies and a creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt. It’s a great one to make ahead and pack up for lunch. Wait to dress it until just before eating.
Fish Sliders with Creamy Caper Sauce
Using store-bought breaded fish fillets is a huge time and energy saver for these fish sliders. Shredded cabbage and a simple creamy caper dressing add great texture and flavor to these. I’m always game for an extra vegetable side and these crispy baked sweet potato “fries” would be a great addition (or just a plate of crunchy raw veggies).
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans
Do up a pot of these pinto beans to use as the foundation for a rice and beans dinner. They’re also an excellent side for any of the recipes in this vegetarian tacos round-up. Add sliced avocado, your favorite salsa, corn or flour tortillas, and if you’re in the mood, this tasty Mexican Street Corn Salad.
Prosciutto Arugula Lavash Pizza
Dinner doesn’t get any easier that this pizza, built on whole-wheat lavash (which works deliciously as a quick crust). If you’re an arugula superfan, toss a big handful with a splash of olive oil and balsamic and add it to the pizza after it’s out of the oven. This is also great for a lunch box.
Super Green Smoothie
This smoothie is a tasty way to reboot your routine. It’s packed with nutrient-rich fruits and veggies and so tasty, it goes down easy.
No-Bake Almond Butter Bars with Dark Chocolate
Everyone in my house is crazy about these bars. They are ridiculously good, especially with a glass of cold milk. Feel free to use another nut or seed butter if you like.
SHOPPING LIST // WEEK 36
Sheet Pan Salmon
1 pound small waxy potatoes (such as red-skinned or Yukon Gold)
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes
1 medium red onion
1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Four 5-6-ounce filets fresh salmon
1 ½ teaspoons ground sumac
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
A few dashes cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
4 ounces feta
½ cup roughly chopped fresh basil
1/2 lemon
Tex Mex Chopped Chicken Salad
4 packed cups chopped hearts of Romaine lettuce
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1 medium red pepper
1 cup diced English or Persian cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 medium avocado
3 scallions
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix
¼ cup roasted salted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
2 -3 limes
¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 cup roughly chopped cilantro
Fish Sliders with Creamy Caper Dressing
16 ounces breaded frozen fish fillets
1/3 cup non-fat Greek-style yogurt
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 tablespoon capers
2 teaspoons pickle relish
1 teaspoon ketchup
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 slider buns
1 cup finely shredded cabbage
Pickled jalapeños, if desired
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans
1 pound dried pinto beans (2.5 cups)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Prosciutto Arugula Lavash Pizza
One 14.5-ounce can diced, unsalted tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Four 8×10-inch pieces whole wheat lavash bread
1 1/3 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups arugula or baby spinach
4 to 6 thin slices prosciutto
Super Green Smoothie
1 cup unsweetened macadamia nut milk (or other favorite milk)
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
1 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger
1 small orange
1/2 cup coarsely grated carrot
1 cup baby spinach
No-Bake Almond Butter Bars with Dark Chocolate
1 cup smooth, unsweetened, natural almond butter
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup dried tart cherries
1/4 cup hulled hemp seeds
1/4 cup cacao nibs
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