Beef and Wild Rice Pilaf Savory Beef and Aromatic Wild Rice Pilaf Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 cup wild rice blend 2 1/2 cups beef broth 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Salt to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Rinse the wild rice under cold water and drain. In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the wild rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the beef broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. While the rice cooks, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef slices, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and just cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove beef and set aside. In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-6 minutes. When the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and stir in the cooked vegetables, thyme, and beef. Mix gently to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #beefrecipes #wildrice #pilaf #comfortfood #easymeals #dinnerideas #onepotmeal #savorydishes #homecooking #healthyrecipes #glutenfree #heartymeals #proteinrich #balancedmeal #simplecooking #familydinner #seasonalrecipes #ricepilaf #mealprep #foodlover Warm up your dinner with this hearty and savory Beef and Wild Rice Pilaf! Perfectly balanced flavors in every bite.

Beef and Sweet Potato Mash Savory Ground Beef with Garlic-Herb Sweet Potato Mash Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup milk (or more, as needed) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Optional: sautéed spinach or peas for serving Directions: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add sweet potato cubes. Cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Season with paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and reduce heat to low. Mash sweet potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper. To serve, divide the mashed sweet potatoes between plates. Top with savory ground beef mixture and garnish with chopped parsley. Add greens like sautéed spinach if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 430 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #beefandsweetpotato #comfortfoodrecipes #groundbeefmeals #sweetpotatomash #easyweeknightdinner #savorydinner #healthybowl #cleancomfortfood #homestylemeals #beefandmash #familyfriendlyrecipe #glutenfreedinner #balancedmeals #sweetpotatorecipes #highproteinlowfat #dinnerunder30minutes #heartyandhealthy #mealprepideas #cozymeals #veggiefriendlydinner Say hello to comfort in a bowl! This Beef and Sweet Potato Mash is savory, cozy, and totally weeknight-approved.

Tzatziki Chicken Salad Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Fresh Herbs and Crisp Veggies Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped 1 cup cucumber, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, or spinach) 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki sauce. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and mixed greens. Drizzle the tzatziki sauce over the salad and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tzatzikichickensalad #mediterraneanfood #healthylunch #greeksalad #tzatziki #chickenrecipes #freshandhealthy #lowcarbmeals #easyrecipes #summereats #greekyogurt #freshherbs #saladrecipes #proteinpacked #cleaneating #lightlunchideas #healthyanddelicious #homemadeflavor #mealprepideas #balancedmeals Fresh, creamy, and packed with flavor — this Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a Mediterranean dream come true! Perfect for a light and healthy lunch.

Thai Peanut Chicken Salad Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Creamy Peanut Dressing Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped 2 cups shredded cabbage (purple or green) 1 cup shredded carrots 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/2 cup chopped cucumber 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped green onion 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional) 1 tablespoon lime juice For the Peanut Dressing: 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1–2 tablespoons warm water (to thin if needed) 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 clove garlic, minced Directions: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together all ingredients for the peanut dressing. Adjust consistency with warm water until smooth and pourable. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, and green onion. Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Top with chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime juice before serving. Chill for 15–20 minutes for best flavor, or serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes (using pre-cooked chicken) | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 340 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #thaichickensalad #peanutdressing #asianinspiredsalad #proteinpacked #healthymeals #mealprepideas #glutenfreeoption #saladwithcrunch #quicklunch #dairyfreeeats #freshingredients #balancedmeals #lowcarbrecipes #cleanrecipes #simplemeals #saladforlunch #weeknightdinners #highproteinrecipes #thaiflavors #chickensalad Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor—this Thai Peanut Chicken Salad is your new favorite way to enjoy lunch! Crunchy veggies + creamy dressing = perfection!

Shrimp and Peach Glaze Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Peach Glaze Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup fresh peaches, peeled and diced (or frozen, thawed) 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Fresh cilantro for garnish Directions: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside. In a blender or food processor, combine peaches, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, chili flakes, garlic, and lime juice. Blend until smooth to make the peach glaze. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside. In the same skillet, pour in the peach glaze and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss gently in the glaze until well coated. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately, over rice or alongside your favorite sides. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 230 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #shrimprecipes #peachglaze #sweetandspicy #seafoodlovers #summerrecipes #easyweeknightdinner #fruityglaze #freshingredients #healthyseafood #quickmeals #grilledshrimp #saucyshrimprecipe #sweetandsavory #lightdinners #proteinpacked #cilantrogarnish #tangyflavors #glutenfreefriendly #homemadegourmet #balancedmeal 🍑🦐 Sweet meets spicy in this delicious Shrimp and Peach Glaze! Perfect for summer dinners or anytime you want a fresh, fruity twist.