Weeknight Rescue//September 2022//Chicken Thighs w/Vinegar Glaze, Reset Salad, Fish Sliders, Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Lavash Pizza
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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 Reset Button 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.
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CHICKEN THIGHS WITH MAPLE CIDER VINEGAR GLAZE
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If you’ve never had vinegar chicken, give it a whirl. This one has a refreshing salad on the side that pairs well with the tangy glaze. A whole-grain side of farro, sorghum, or brown rice tossed with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon might be nice, too.
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RESET BUTTON SALAD WITH CARROT MISO GINGER VINAIGRETTE
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I consider this the ultimate “reset” salad, perfect for when you’re looking for a break from heavy meals. It’s packed with colorful vegetables and served with a tangy, delicious miso dressing. If you’re serving it for a main dish, consider adding cooked chicken, chickpeas, or baked tofu for added protein and heft.
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FISH SLIDERS WITH CREAMY CAPER SAUCE
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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).
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SLOW COOKER PINTO BEANS
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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 the vegetarian tacos round-up I just posted. Add sliced avocado, your favorite salsa, corn or flour tortillas, and if you’re in the mood, this tasty Mexican Street Corn Salad.
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PROSCIUTTO ARUGULA LAVASH PIZZA
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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.
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SUPER GREEN SMOOTHIE
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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
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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
Chicken Thighs with Maple Cider Vinegar Glaze
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 1/2 to 4 pounds)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup thinly sliced shallots (from about 3 shallots)
1 large fennel bulb
1 Honeycrisp or other crunchy apple
2 tablespoons lemon juice, from about 1 juicy lemon
1 tablespoon olive oil
Reset Button Salad with Carrot Miso Ginger Vinaigrette
1 bunch kale
3 cup chopped hearts of romaine lettuce
2 medium carrots
4 radishes
⅓ english cucumber
1 red pepper
1 small ripe avocado
⅓ cup roughly chopped Tamari or salted almonds
6 ounces baked teriyaki tofu cut into cubes or 2 cups cubed cooked chicken (if serving as a main course)
1/4 cup canola oil (I use expeller pressed, organic)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons white miso
1 teaspoon honey
2 medium carrots
1-inch long piece fresh ginger
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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