15 Quick and Easy Recipes

1. 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley.

2. 10-Minute Caprese Salad

Ingredients:

  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 ball fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • Olive oil, salt, and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Layer tomato, mozzarella, and basil on a plate.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3. Quick Veggie Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp minced ginger

Instructions:

  1. Heat sesame oil in a wok.
  2. Add ginger and stir for 30 seconds.
  3. Add vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Drizzle with soy sauce and serve.

4. 5-Minute Avocado Toast

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices whole-grain bread
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Salt, pepper, and chili flakes

Instructions:

  1. Toast the bread.
  2. Mash the avocado and spread on toast.
  3. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

5. One-Pan Baked Salmon

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and dill

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place salmon on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes.

6. 10-Minute Pasta Aglio e Olio

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Red pepper flakes

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil, sauté garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Toss cooked pasta with the garlic oil and reserved water.

7. Quick Chicken Quesadilla

Ingredients:

  • 2 large tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup salsa

Instructions:

  1. Place chicken, cheese, and salsa on one tortilla.
  2. Top with the second tortilla and cook in a skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.

8. Easy Greek Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup granola
  • 1/2 cup fresh berries

Instructions:

  1. Layer yogurt, granola, and berries in a glass.
  2. Repeat layers and serve.

9. 20-Minute Chicken Caesar Wraps

Ingredients:

  • 2 large tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions:

  1. Mix chicken, lettuce, dressing, and Parmesan.
  2. Wrap the mixture in tortillas and serve.

10. One-Pot Garlic Butter Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta in a pot, drain, and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in the pot, sauté garlic, and toss pasta back in.
  3. Stir in Parmesan and serve.

11. Quick Caprese Sandwich

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • 1 ball mozzarella, sliced
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

  1. Layer mozzarella, tomato, and basil between bread slices.
  2. Grill or toast until the cheese melts.

12. 10-Minute Egg Salad

Ingredients:

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Mix eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  2. Serve on toast or as a side.

13. Microwave Mug Cake

Ingredients:

  • 4 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar or sweetener
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp milk

Instructions:

  1. Mix ingredients in a microwave-safe mug.
  2. Microwave for 1-2 minutes and serve warm.

14. Quick Taco Salad

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked ground beef
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese
  • 2 tbsp salsa

Instructions:

  1. Layer lettuce, beef, cheese, and salsa in a bowl.
  2. Toss and serve immediately.

15. Simple Banana Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup milk or almond milk
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter

Instructions:

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Serve chilled.

These quick recipes are perfect for busy days, offering both speed and flavor.

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