Quick, Tasty, And Hassle-Free: Try These Recipes At Home

If you ever find yourself making the same few things to eat every week, then it might be time to switch up your recipes. There are countless delicious and innovative dishes to try including seasonal soups, rich pasta, and sweet desserts. Here are some of the tastiest foods to try at home.

Keep It Simple With Herb Roasted Chicken

It's hard to go wrong with a oven roasted herb chicken. These can serve a large group and go great with any kind of side dish.

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Chicken is a fantastic substitute for red meat and has a ton of health benefits. Not only is it packed with protein, but it's linked to stronger bones and muscles.

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Coconut Sticky Rice With Mango Is A Special Treat

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Coconut sticky rice with mango is one of the most delicious and traditional Thai desserts and is very easy to make. It's important to always use a very ripe mango, so it doesn't come out mushy.

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The rice can heat up quickly in the microwave, so all you have to do is add some coconut milk for flavor.

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Add Some Spice With Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Those looking for a spicy meal, but don't want to indulge too much should try making some chicken tortilla soup. You'll be able to get your protein from the chicken and lots of fiber from the beans.

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Those who want to balance out the spice can throw in some avocado as well.

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There's Nothing Sweeter Than A Berry Pie

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If you're searching for a refreshing summer treat, then consider a berry pie. Whether you go with strawberry, blueberry, or blackberry, it makes for a sweet dish with mostly natural sugar.

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Krysten Chambrot from The New York Times recommends pairing the berries with some rhubarb and balsamic vinegar for more of a savory flavor.

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Make A Charcuterie Spread

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One of the great things about charcuterie boards is that they are completely customizable. They usually consist of various deli meats, cheeses, vegetables, fruit, nuts, spreads, and crackers.

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Charcuterie boards have become quite popular around the United States, especially because they are a perfect way to share some delicious food.

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Go Green With A Green Goddess Salad

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The salad dressing of the decade is green goddess. This dressing usually contains a mix of mayonnaise, sour cream, chervil, chives, anchovy, tarragon, lemon juice, and pepper.

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Green goddess is the perfect complement to any salad, so you can get creative with the toppings. Try switching out a blue cheese dressing in a cobb salad for some green goddess.

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A Healthier Alternative To A Burrito

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Fast food restaurants such as Chipotle and Taco Bell are known for their massive burritos, but people don't need to spend more money to get something with an exorbitant amount of calories and fat.

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Instead, try making your own taco salad or burrito bowl at home. These are very simple with ingredients such as lettuce, avocado, salsa, beans, and cilantro.

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Trade Your Avocado Toast For Sweet Potatoes

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Avocado toast has become one of the trendiest meals, especially among millennials. While avocado toast is relatively healthy, there's an even healthier alternative.

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Instead of using a slice of bread, sweet potato toast uses the sweet potato as a base. Sweet potatoes are highly nutritious and contain lots of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

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A New Way To Eat Eggs

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There are so many different ways to cook an egg, so it's good to try some new alternatives. One egg trend is cooking them inside sliced bell peppers.

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The egg and pepper complement each other quite nicely and they can also be customized. Try adding some ham, salami, cheese, mushrooms, chives, or parsley to give them more flavor.

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Eat Clean With Ginger-Dill Salmon

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Salmon is one of the most nutritious meals in existence. It's filled with omega-3s, antioxidants, vitamin B12 and D, iron, potassium, and protein and is low in saturated fat.

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Those who usually don't like the flavor of fish will want to try the ginger-dill salmon. The flavors are so bold that they balance out the fishy taste. Make sure to add some lemon, scallions, caramelized plantains, and beans.

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Lasagna Is The Ultimate Comfort Food

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Comfort meals are the foods that you can always come back to because they usually have fond memories attached to them. A popular comfort dish is lasagna.

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They are great for large groups because they can feed a bunch of people. Those who want a healthier alternative can replace the noodles with zucchini and use vegan cheese.

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Get A Taste Of The Sea With Some Scallops

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One recipe that people should try at home is sea scallops with brown butter, capers, and lemon. Scallops are relatively easy to find at a grocery store or fish market and are one of the richer flavor options for seafood lovers.

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A tip for those who've never cooked scallops before is not to overcook them, so they don't get too chewy.

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Chicken Stir Fry Is A Wholesome And Healthy Meal

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You don't need to be a master chef to cook a mouth-watering chicken stir fry. Simply combine all of your ingredients into a pan or wok and wait for everything to heat up.

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This meal is very nutritious with chicken breast and a wide array of vegetables. You may find that your homemade version tastes better than one found at a restaurant.

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Make Your Own Pickles

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Running to the grocery store every time you need a jar of pickles can be exhausting. Luckily, they are so simple to make at home.

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All you need to do is get some extra jars and drop in some cucumbers, cider vinegar, pickling spices, dill, and garlic to make perfect at-home pickles. Also, these usually last a really long time, so they can be great to have for food storage.

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Chow Down On Some Orange Chicken

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Orange chicken is usually a favorite among customers at Chinese restaurants, but it's also a fun recipe to try at home.

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The chicken is usually cooked in orange juice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and other spices to make a sweet and spicy flavor. Try adding some cauliflower rice and broccoli for extra nutrients.

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Stay Healthy With Some Bone Broth

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Bone broth has recently risen in popularity. This liquid contains brewed bones and connective tissues from cows, chickens, or fish.

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According to Medical News Today, bone broth is highly nutritious and can help your joints, regulate sleep, and protect the digestive system. While there are many store-bought brands, it is relatively easy to make at home with just water, vinegar, bones, and tissues.

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How To Make Mac And Cheese A Bit Healthier

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There's no denying that mac and cheese isn't one of the best tasting foods of all-time, but it isn't necessarily the healthiest.

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Most are filled with lots of fat, carbohydrates, and cholesterol, so there are some alternatives. Instead of using pasta, replace it with cauliflower. According to Healthline, cauliflower can reduce the risk of several diseases including heart disease and cancer.

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Falafel Burgers Will Make Your Mouth Water

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One meal people usually think of when it comes to America is hamburgers, but there are also vegetarian, vegan, and overall healthier options when it comes to red meat.

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Falafel burgers are a tasty alternative that is jam-packed with flavor. While some are made with the traditional fava beans, people can still cook them using frozen edamame and peas.

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Sweet Potato Cauliflower Chili Is Very Hearty

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Chili is usually considered a hearty comfort meal and goes well with some cornbread. While most chilis contain meat, there are some alternatives for those who want a vegetarian option.

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Sweet potato cauliflower chili is a great example of a rich vegetarian chili and it's healthy too. You'll be sure to get lots of vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and beans.

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Try Making Tofu Tikka Masala

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The number of vegetarians and vegans is increasing every year, so it's good to have some of those kinds of recipes in your back pocket.

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One of the tastiest is a tofu tikka masala. Typically made with chicken, tikka masala is a classic Indian meal with a spiced curry sauce. It became popular when South Asians started preparing it in Great Britain.

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Feel Full After A Serving Of Pad Thai

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Pad Thai is a quintessential menu item in Thai cuisine, but restaurants aren't the only place it's available.

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Those who don't know where to start when cooking Pad Thai should keep in mind that some key ingredients include tamarind, Thai soy sauces, garlic chives, and noodles. Add some protein with tofu, chicken, shrimp, or beef.

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You Can't Go Wrong With Shrimp Ceviche

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Those who are familiar with ceviche may know that it originated in Peru and is typically made with either fresh fish or seafood, citrus juices, chopped onions, tomatoes, and other spices.

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One of the most important things to remember with ceviche is that it's usually consumed raw, so it must be made fresh with the intention to eat almost immediately.

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You Probably Haven't Tried Watermelon Sausage Feta Pizza

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Sometimes meals don't seem quite right until you try them first. One example of this is watermelon sausage feta pizza.

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This can either be done with a regular pizza crust or with a watermelon as the base and is topped with feta, sausage, tomatoes, basil, olives, and whatever else you want to add.

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The Hot Cheeto Burrito Is For The Adventurous Eater

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Anyone with a sensitive stomach will probably want to avoid the Flaming Hot Cheeto burrito. This is a giant burrito filled with nacho cheese, french fries, guacamole, beef, and Flaming Hot Cheetos.

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While some restaurants are selling these huge things, they're also a dish anyone can make at home.

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Gobble Up Some Fresh Gnocchi

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If you're more of an adventurous chef, you might want to try your hand at making some gnocchi. This is a form of Italian dumplings usually made from potatoes, semolina, wheat flour, egg, cheese, breadcrumbs, and cornmeal.

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Gnocchi is extremely versatile and will taste great with any kind of sauce ranging from marinara, alfredo, or pesto. Also, try adding some seasonal vegetables.

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Jump On The Overnight Oats Craze

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Not everyone has time to make a filling and nutritious breakfast every morning. This is where overnight oats come in.

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These can easily be made in advance to last all week and can be customized to your liking. Some ideas for toppings include berries, nuts, yogurt, chia seeds, peaches, spices, and vanilla extract.

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Fill Up On Some Tomato Basil Bruschetta

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Those looking for an appetizer with a bunch of great flavors should try tomato basil bruschetta. Starting with a slice of baguette, pile it high with some tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese, olive oil, oregano, and more.

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Bruschetta can be great to share with large groups because it's relatively easy to make a lot at once.

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Try This Yummy Grilled Peaches Recipe

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Nothing says summer like some fresh peaches, but this dessert comes with a big twist. First, start by grilling some peaches and make sure to leave a hole in the center of each piece.

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Then, you'll finish them off by filling the hole with some soft ricotta cheese, honey, and prosciutto.

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There Won't Be Any Leftovers After Making Lemon Butter Shrimp

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It can be difficult finding a dish that everyone in the family can agree on, but there shouldn't be any complaints with this lemon butter shrimp dish.

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The creaminess of the butter is nicely balanced with the zest of the lemon, which makes for a perfect sauce. Pair the shrimp with some pasta or zoodles.

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Cool Off With An Iced Chai Drink

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While a hot cup of chai is great during the winter months, some may want to try an iced version during the hot and moderate months.

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There are a couple of reasons why this drink is best made at home. You can save your money from expensive coffee shops and prevent the drink from having too much syrup or other sugar additives.