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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 30 min

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Soft ricotta pancakes with fresh lemon zest, a tender middle and golden edges. A small-batch batter for a slower breakfast.

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oats; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 45 min prep + 5 min rest

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oats

A spoonable oat bake with diced apple, cinnamon and walnuts. Mix it in one bowl, bake, and portion for the week.

Mushroom & Feta Scrambled Eggs; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 15 min

Mushroom & Feta Scrambled Eggs

Browned mushrooms, soft fully cooked eggs and salty feta on toast. A simple skillet breakfast with plenty of savory flavor.

Tomato & White Bean Breakfast Skillet; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 30 min

Tomato & White Bean Breakfast Skillet

White beans simmered in a paprika tomato sauce with two eggs cooked on top. A hearty breakfast made in one skillet.

Raspberry Almond Chia Pudding; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 10 min prep + overnight

Raspberry Almond Chia Pudding

An overnight chia pudding with almond milk, mashed raspberries and vanilla. Finish with toasted almonds just before serving.

Roasted Sweet Potato Tahini Bowls; recipe illustration
Lunch / 40 min

Roasted Sweet Potato Tahini Bowls

Roasted sweet potato and chickpeas over quick couscous, with lemon tahini sauce and crunchy cucumber.

Lemon Dill White Bean Salad; recipe illustration
Lunch / 15 min

Lemon Dill White Bean Salad

A no-cook white bean salad with cucumber, radish and dill in a simple lemon dressing. Good with bread or as a side.

Tuna & Cucumber Yogurt Pitas; recipe illustration
Lunch / 15 min

Tuna & Cucumber Yogurt Pitas

Tuna, cucumber and lemony Greek yogurt tucked into warm pita pockets with crisp lettuce. A quick lunch without mayonnaise.

Carrot & Red Lentil Soup; recipe illustration
Lunch / 35 min

Carrot & Red Lentil Soup

A smooth carrot and red lentil soup with cumin, ginger and lemon. The lentils thicken it without cream.

Smoky Butter Bean Orzo; recipe illustration
Dinner / 30 min

Smoky Butter Bean Orzo

One-pot tomato orzo with butter beans, spinach and smoked paprika. Stir often for a creamy texture without adding cream.

Ginger Broccoli Chicken & Rice; recipe illustration
Dinner / 35 min

Ginger Broccoli Chicken & Rice

Chicken and broccoli in a glossy ginger-soy sauce, served over freshly cooked rice. Prep the sauce before heating the pan.

Garlic Butter Mushroom Gnocchi; recipe illustration
Dinner / 25 min

Garlic Butter Mushroom Gnocchi

Golden pan-fried potato gnocchi with browned mushrooms, garlic, thyme and a little Parmesan. A quick dinner with crisp edges.

Tomato Spinach Baked Eggs; recipe illustration
Dinner / 35 min

Tomato Spinach Baked Eggs

Eggs baked in a garlic tomato sauce with wilted spinach and feta. Serve from the skillet with crusty bread.

Lemon Herb Cod & Couscous; recipe illustration
Dinner / 30 min

Lemon Herb Cod & Couscous

Oven-baked cod with lemon, parsley and garlic over quick couscous. Roasted cherry tomatoes provide a simple pan sauce.

Roasted Cauliflower & Chickpea Tray; recipe illustration
Dinner / 45 min

Roasted Cauliflower & Chickpea Tray

Cauliflower, chickpeas and red onion roasted with cumin and paprika, finished with lemony yogurt sauce.

Banana Yogurt Breakfast Bowl; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 5 min

Banana Yogurt Breakfast Bowl

A quick bowl of cool yogurt, sweet banana and crunchy granola for busy mornings.

Berry Overnight Oats; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 10 min prep + overnight

Berry Overnight Oats

Creamy make-ahead oats, tangy yogurt and fresh berries make mornings simpler.

Chicken & Avocado Lunch Bowl; recipe illustration
Lunch / 31 min

Chicken & Avocado Lunch Bowl

A bright, satisfying salad bowl with warm chicken, creamy avocado, crunchy vegetables and lemon-Dijon dressing.

Creamy Lemon Spinach Pasta; recipe illustration
Dinner / 30 min

Creamy Lemon Spinach Pasta

Silky lemon pasta with wilted spinach, gentle garlic and an easy cream-cheese sauce.

Crispy Chickpea Wraps; recipe illustration
Lunch / 22 min

Crispy Chickpea Wraps

Warm smoky chickpeas, crisp vegetables and a bright yogurt sauce, all tucked into soft tortillas.

Honey Garlic Salmon Rice Bowls; recipe illustration
Dinner / 30 min

Honey Garlic Salmon Rice Bowls

Glazed salmon pieces with garlic, ginger and soy, served over rice with crunchy cucumber.

Lemon Garlic Sheet-Pan Vegetables; recipe illustration
Dinner / 40 min

Lemon Garlic Sheet-Pan Vegetables

Colorful roasted vegetables with golden edges, garlic and fresh lemon.

Mediterranean Couscous Salad; recipe illustration
Lunch / 25 min

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Fluffy couscous with crisp cucumber, tomato, parsley and a tangy lemon dressing.

Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 10 min prep + overnight

Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats

A creamy, satisfying make-ahead breakfast flavored with peanut butter and fresh banana.

Sesame Tofu Noodle Bowls; recipe illustration
Lunch / 35 min

Sesame Tofu Noodle Bowls

Golden tofu, soft noodles and crunchy vegetables with a ginger-sesame dressing.

Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls; recipe illustration
Dinner / 40 min

Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

Smoky chicken, sweet roasted peppers and onions served over rice with lime.

Spinach & Egg Breakfast Wraps; recipe illustration
Breakfast / 20 min

Spinach & Egg Breakfast Wraps

Soft scrambled eggs, spinach and a little cheese tucked into warm tortillas.

Easy Tomato & Basil Pasta; recipe illustration
Dinner / 30 min

Easy Tomato & Basil Pasta

An unfussy tomato sauce with garlic and basil that comes together while pasta cooks.

One-Pot Tomato & Chickpea Soup; recipe illustration
Dinner / 40 min

One-Pot Tomato & Chickpea Soup

A cozy tomato soup with tender chickpeas, carrots and a handful of fresh greens.

One-Pan Turkey Taco Skillet; recipe illustration
Dinner / 30 min

One-Pan Turkey Taco Skillet

Ground turkey, black beans and tomatoes simmer together for a quick taco-style filling.