Salmon Baked in Foil

Salmon is often touted as one of the best brain foods available, thanks to its high amount of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. It’s also packed with protein, which helps you fight hunger pangs all night long. There are plenty of healthy salmon recipes floating around the Internet, but we chose this one because it’s quick and easy. You only need a few ingredients and 20 or so minutes of cook time.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 4 tablespoons of olive oil
• 3 tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

1. Place each piece of salmon on its own sheet of foil and top with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, diced tomatoes, and seasonings.
2. Fold foil packets closed, and place them on a large baking sheet.
3. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 to 25 minutes.

Rice and Bean Stuffed Peppers

We love recipes for stuffed peppers because they’re always easy and delicious. If you want extra protein in your stuffed peppers recipe, add chicken, turkey, or hamburger.

Ingredients

• 4 bell peppers, any color
• 1 can of black beans, drained
• 1 cup of rice
• 1 cup of cheese
• 15 olives, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, smashed
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 cup of sour cream
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Prepare rice according to the directions on the package. During this time, saute onions and garlic in a skillet drizzled with olive oil.
2. Combine all ingredients inside of peppers with the tops removed, saving the cheese for last.
3. Bake for 30 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potato

Sweet potatoes stuffed with pulled pork are an excellent alternative to pulled pork sandwiches for folks on a low-carb or gluten-free diet.

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 1 sweet onion, diced
• Pulled pork, either homemade or from a deli
• Barbecue sauce, to taste

Preparation

1. Bake sweet potatoes for approximately 1 hour at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Stuff with pork and onions, then drizzle with barbecue sauce.

Loaded Hashbrowns

Transform hashbrowns from a side dish to the star of the dinner table by piling them high with tomatoes and cheese.

Ingredients

• Hashbrowns
• Tomatoes, diced
• Shredded Cheese
• Bacon, turkey, or ham

Preparation

1. Prepare hashbrowns as usual.
2. Top with tomatoes, shredded cheese, and meat. You can also top your hashbrowns with sour cream, salsa, shredded chicken, or black beans.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken tortilla soup warms you up on a cold day, but it’s also a popular summertime meal. Make it in a crockpot or slow cooker for a hassle-free dinner that’s ready when you get home from work or school.

Ingredients

• 4 cups of shredded chicken
• 3 cups of chicken broth
• 1 can of tomato sauce
• 1 can of salsa, any variety
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 small yellow or white onion, chopped
• 1 cup of corn
• 1 cup of black beans
• ⅛ cup of fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Heat on high for 2 hours or low for 4 to 6 hours in a slow cooker.
2. Garnish with sour cream and shredded cheese.

Italian-Style Tuna Sandwich

Serrano chile lends a subtle spiciness to this Italian-style tuna sandwich. Top your tuna sandwich with pesto, either homemade or store bought, for authentic Italian flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 baguette or 4 ciabatta rolls
• Handful of lettuce leaves, any variety
• 1 can of tuna, drained
• 4 hardboiled eggs
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil
• 1 serrano chile, thinly sliced

Preparation

1. Drizzle olive oil on a sliced baguette or ciabatta roll.
2. Top with lettuce, tuna, hardboiled eggs, and serrano chile slices. Lightly sprinkle salt and pepper over the sandwich.

Walking Taco

You may have seen walking tacos at carnivals or outdoor festivals. To make your own, combine your favorite taco ingredients in a bag of Fritos or Doritos and grab a fork. We like to top our Fritos with cooked hamburger, salsa, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.

Greek Salad

In honor of the production of My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2, we’d like to share our favorite recipe for quick and easy Greek salad.

Ingredients

• 1 head of romaine lettuce
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 20 to 30 pitted black olives
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup of grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 cup of feta cheese, crumbled

For the Dressing:

• 6 tsp. of olive oil
• 3 tsp. of red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup of lemon juice
• 1 tsp. of oregano
• 1/2 tsp. of garlic powder
• 2 tsp. of white sugar

Preparation

1. Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Prepare dressing and pour over salad.

Spinach Artichoke Quesadilla

We’re guilty of hiding out in the corner at parties, dipping chip after chip in the spinach artichoke dip. That’s why we love these spinach artichoke quesadillas.

Ingredients

• 8 tortillas
• 1 cup of spinach artichoke dip
• 2 cups of shrimp, cooked and chopped
• 2 cups of mozzarella cheese, shredded

Preparation

1. Place ingredients on each tortilla, stopping about half an inch before the edges so the filling doesn’t ooze out.
2. Place quesadilla in a quesadilla maker and follow the instructions, or heat both sides until browned in a skillet drizzled lightly with olive oil.

Turkey Avocado Wrap

Turkey avocado wraps are hearty and healthy. You can make one in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

• Tortilla
• Mayo or cream cheese
• Sliced turkey
• Ranch
• Shredded cheese
• Sliced avocado

Preparation

1. Spread ingredients, using as much or as little as you want, on a flour tortilla.
2. Roll into a burrito, taking care to tuck one end under so the toppings don’t spill out.