Chicken and Tomato Basil Soup Creamy Chicken Tomato Basil Soup with Fresh Herbs Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs, cooked and shredded 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus more for garnish) 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Parmesan cheese, for topping (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir and bring to a simmer. Let the soup simmer for 10–12 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir in the cooked shredded chicken and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in the cream, basil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let heat through but do not boil. Serve hot, garnished with extra basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 370 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #chickensoup #tomatobasilsoup #comfortfood #souprecipes #easyhomemade #creamychicken #herbsoup #quickdinner #simplecomfort #soupseason #souplovers #heartybowl #lowcarbmeals #cozykitchen #freshbasil #easyfamilydinners #tomatolovers #chickenrecipes #weekdaycomfort #flavorfulsoups A bowl of this Creamy Chicken and Tomato Basil Soup is like a warm hug on a cold day. Rich, comforting, and packed with fresh basil and tender chicken!

Beef and Quinoa Bowl Protein-Packed Beef and Quinoa Power Bowl with Roasted Veggies Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups water or broth 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 zucchini, chopped 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup spinach, roughly chopped 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped Optional: crumbled feta or avocado for topping Directions: In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside. While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7–9 minutes. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for 4–5 minutes, until veggies begin to soften. Stir in spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Add cooked quinoa to the skillet and mix well. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine. Serve warm, garnished with chopped herbs and optional toppings like avocado or feta. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal per bowl | Servings: 4 servings #beefquinoabowl #proteinbowl #healthymealprep #grainbowlrecipes #nutritiousmeals #highproteinlunch #quinoarecipes #mealprepsunday #balancedbowl #cleaneatingideas #wholefoodsmeal #quickdinner #healthycomfortfood #leanbeefrecipes #veggiebowl #quinoapowerbowl #fitfoodideas #lowcarbmeals #easyweeknightdinner #fitnessfuel This Beef and Quinoa Power Bowl is your new go-to for a healthy, high-protein meal! Packed with veggies and bold flavor

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.

Big Mac Salad Classic Big Mac Deconstructed Salad with Special Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef Salt and pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce 1 cup diced tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup Big Mac-style special sauce (see below) For the Special Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the special sauce. In a large salad bowl, combine shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, pickles, shredded cheddar, and chopped onion. Add the cooked ground beef on top of the salad. Drizzle with the special sauce and toss lightly to combine or serve the sauce on the side. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #bigmacsalad #lowcarbmeals #healthytakeout #burgerinspired #lowcarbdinner #saladrecipe #easymeals #specialsauce #groundbeefrecipes #burgerflavors #quickrecipes #highproteinmeals #freshsalads #homemadedressing #comfortfoodremix #burgerlove #weeknightdinners #easycooking #lowcarblifestyle #flavorpacked Craving a Big Mac but want to keep it light? Try this Big Mac Salad—same great flavors, no bun! Perfect for low-carb nights.

Beef and Spaghetti Squash Savory Ground Beef with Roasted Spaghetti Squash Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup marinara sauce 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Place cut sides down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tender. While squash is roasting, heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce, dried oregano, and basil. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Once spaghetti squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape out the strands into a large bowl or directly onto plates. Top the spaghetti squash strands with the beef sauce mixture. Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spaghettisquash #beefrecipes #lowcarbmeals #healthycomfortfood #glutenfree #groundbeefrecipes #easymeals #familydinner #roastedveggies #ketorecipes #cleanrecipes #homemade #italianflavors #comfortfood #simplerecipes #mealprep #proteinpacked #healthyliving #savorymeals #dinnerideas Looking for a healthy twist on classic spaghetti? Try this Beef and Spaghetti Squash — low-carb, flavorful, and hearty!