Thai Peanut Noodle Salad Chilled Thai Peanut Noodle Salad with Crunchy Veggies & Fresh Herbs Ingredients: 8 oz rice noodles or spaghetti noodles 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 large carrot, julienned 1/2 cucumber, seeded and sliced thin 3 green onions, chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional) For the Peanut Dressing: 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger 2–4 tablespoons warm water (to thin the dressing) Directions: Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients. Add warm water 1 tablespoon at a time until smooth and pourable. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked noodles, red cabbage, bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and green onions. Pour the peanut dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Garnish with cilantro, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds if using. Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #thaifood #noodlesalad #peanutnoodles #vegetarianrecipes #easyrecipes #healthymeals #asianinspired #quickdinner #mealprepideas #coldnoodles #freshandhealthy #ricenoodles #vegansalad #saladbowl #plantbasedrecipes #weeknightmeals #homemadeasian #spicyandnutty #cleaneating #lunchideas This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad is LOADED with flavor, crunch, and creamy goodness! A perfect meal-prep lunch or light dinner.

Chicken and Broccoli Pesto Pasta Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta with Homemade Basil Pesto Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 3 cups broccoli florets 8 oz penne or farfalle pasta 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets to the pot. Drain and set aside. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Lower heat to medium and add pesto, cream, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet and stir in the cooked pasta and broccoli. Add Parmesan and lemon juice. Toss everything to coat in the sauce. Serve warm, topped with fresh basil and additional Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpesto #broccolipasta #pastarecipe #easyweeknightmeals #comfortfood #pestorecipes #greenpasta #healthycomfortfood #quickdinner #homemadepesto #chickenandbroccoli #pastadinner #onepotpasta #creamybasil #dinnerideas #pastaaddict #flavorfulmeals #familyfriendlydinner #pestochickenpasta #easypastadish This Chicken and Broccoli Pesto Pasta is pure dinner joy! Tender chicken, bright broccoli, and creamy pesto sauce wrapped around perfectly cooked pasta

Looking for a warm and hearty meal that's easy to whip up? This Sausage and Cabbage Skillet is packed with flavor and perfect for busy nights! #ComfortFood #SkilletDinner #EasyRecipes #SausageAndCabbage #WeeknightMeals Ingredients: - 1 pound mild pork sausage - 1/2 cup real butter - 1/2 head cabbage, chopped - 1 diced yellow onion - 1 diced green bell pepper - 1 diced yellow bell pepper - 1 diced tomato - 1/2 pound button mushrooms, diced - Minced garlic (to taste) - Black pepper (to taste) - 1 can cream of mushroom soup - 1 cup shredded medium cheddar cheese Directions: 1. Grab a large skillet and melt the butter over medium heat. Watch it sizzle! 2. Add in the pork sausage and cook until it's beautifully browned, letting the wonderful aroma fill your kitchen. 3. Toss in the diced onion, green and yellow bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté until everything is softened and starting to caramelize. 4. Next, add the chopped cabbage and diced tomato, stirring until the cabbage wilts down a bit. The colors are about to pop! 5. Sprinkle in the minced garlic and some black pepper to taste, then mix in that luscious can of cream of mushroom soup. Stir everything together until it's well coated and heated through. 6. Finish off by sprinkling the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Let it gently melt, creating a gooey, cheesy topping that everyone will adore. 7. Serve it hot and watch it disappear, or portion it out into individual containers for a tasty quick meal later. Nutritional Values (per serving, serving size: 1/4 of the skillet): - Calories: 490 - Protein: 20g - Carbohydrates: 24g - Fat: 38g - Fiber: 3g Enjoy this simple and satisfying dish that warms the soul!

Shrimp and Habanero Glaze Spicy Glazed Shrimp with Sweet Habanero Citrus Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons honey 1 habanero pepper, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat) 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (for garnish) Directions: Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side or until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and habanero, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, orange juice, lime juice, and soy sauce. Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Return shrimp to the pan, tossing to coat in the glaze. Cook for 1–2 more minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #shrimpdish #spicyglazerecipe #habaneroshrimp #seafoodlover #citrusshrimp #easyentrees #quickdinners #spicyanddelicious #garlicshrimp #honeyglaze #orangehabanero #limeinfused #spicyseafood #heatwithflavor #shrimpideas #zestyshrimp #habaneroheat #sweetandspicy #tropicalsauce #weeknightmeals Sweet meets heat in this Shrimp and Habanero Glaze! Juicy shrimp kissed by citrus and just enough spice to wake your taste buds.

Japanese Chicken and Cabbage Stir-Fry Savory Japanese Chicken and Cabbage Stir-Fry with Soy-Ginger Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced 1/2 head green cabbage, chopped 1 small onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon sake (optional, or use water) 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking) Salt and pepper to taste Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish) Cooked white rice (for serving) Directions: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until browned and mostly cooked through. Add garlic, ginger, and onion to the pan and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until wilted but still slightly crisp. Add soy sauce, mirin, and sake (or water), stirring well to coat all ingredients evenly. Drizzle with sesame oil, toss, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat, garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired, and serve over rice. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #japanesefood #stirfryrecipe #chickencabbagestirfry #asianrecipes #quickdinner #weeknightmeals #japaneseinspired #soygingerchicken #cabbagerecipes #easyasiandinner #homecookedjapanese #wokcooking #healthyasianfood #lowcarbdinner #glutenfreestirfry #simplemeals #onepanmeal #comfortfoodasianstyle #ricebowls #savoryjapanese Whip up this savory Japanese Chicken & Cabbage Stir-Fry in just 20 minutes! Quick, healthy, and full of flavor!