Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
Instructions:
- Prepare Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season Salmon:
- Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and sprinkle with dill, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare Vegetables:
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet around the salmon.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add Asparagus:
- Add asparagus to the baking sheet during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Serve:
- Serve salmon with roasted sweet potatoes and asparagus.
3. Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers, any color
- 1 lb ground turkey or lean beef
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz), drained
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare Peppers:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut tops off bell peppers and remove seeds.
- Cook Filling:
- In a skillet, cook ground turkey or beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add cooked rice, tomatoes, black beans, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Stuff Peppers:
- Stuff each bell pepper with the filling mixture. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle with cheese (if using), and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve:
- Serve stuffed peppers warm, topped with fresh herbs if desired.
4. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients:
- 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare Zucchini Noodles:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender.
- Add Tomatoes:
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Toss with Pesto:
- Remove from heat and toss with pesto. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional pesto or Parmesan cheese if desired.
These healthy dinner recipes are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to support a balanced diet. Enjoy a flavorful and wholesome meal with minimal fuss!