Take a look at this collection of oh-so delicious and incredibly easy 15 weeknight dinner ideas that you can prepare in under 30 minutes.
From cozy soups to scrumptious pasta dishes, these recipes are sure to please a crowd and are perfect for any occasion, especially when you need an inspiration on what to cook tonight.
Chicken Kofta
Made with lean ground chicken, grated onion, garlic, parsley, and spices, these deliciously moist chicken meatballs are my lighter version of Grilled Lamb Kofta - Izgara Kofte recipe.
While pan-frying is traditional, you can also bake, grill, or air fry your chicken koftas for a healthier alternative with different flavor profiles.
To learn more: Chicken Kofta Recipe
Creamy Chicken Korma
This homemade Creamy Chicken Korma Recipe is infused with aromatic Indian spices and created with everyday ingredients.
Ready in just 30 minutes, this mildly spiced and fragrant Indian curry is perfect for busy weeknight family dinners!
To learn more: Creamy Chicken Korma Recipe
Jamaican Style Pepper Steak
Jamaican Pepper Steak is a delightful stir-fry dish consisting of beef strips, rich Caribbean spices, sweet bell peppers, and Asian flavorings such as ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.
Ready in just 30 minutes, this colorful steak dish makes a perfect weeknight meal or a lazy Sunday lunch.
To learn more: Jamaican Style Pepper Steak
Arayes - Meat Stuffed Pita
Arayes, also known as Meat Stuffed Pita, is a popular dish in Middle Eastern cuisine that is loved by many around the world.
They consist of ground meat mixed with a blend of exotic spices, then stuffed inside pita bread before they are grilled or baked to perfection.
This classic Lebanese street food is simple yet full of flavor that you can serve as a snack, appetizer, or quick weeknight dinner.
To learn more: Arayes (Meat Stuffed Pita)
Baked Salmon with Mediterranean Flavors
Mediterranean Baked Salmon is a simple yet impressive and delicious dish, whether you serve it as the centerpiece of a holiday dinner table for special occasions or as a quick weeknight dinner.
It is the perfect combination of fresh salmon fillet marinated with Mediterranean flavors such as lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic.
Ready in just 25 minutes, this tender, and perfectly flaky baked salmon will be your new favorite seafood recipe!
To learn more: Mediterranean Baked Salmon
Baked Sea Bass in Foil
Baked Sea Bass in Foil (Firinda Levrek in Turkish) is a simple, healthy, and incredibly flavourful dish that requires little effort and time.
This delicious white fish is elegant enough to put on your next holiday menu or when you want something a little different for a family gathering.
It is also rich in iron, potassium, and vitamins, so it’s a great choice to include in your diet.
To learn more: Baked Sea Bass in Foil
Prawn Risotto with Peas
Creamy Shrimp (or Prawn) Risotto With Peas is a delightful, hearty, and comforting dish made with juicy shrimp, arborio rice, and homemade stock.
Ready in only 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality risotto is perfect for a weeknight meal as well as a romantic date night!
To learn more: Creamy Shrimp Risotto with Peas
Baked Cod with Panko
Crispy Oven Baked Cod With Panko and Parmesan is an easy 20-minute dinner, ideal for busy weeknights.
This Baked Cod dish is made with a light and flaky cod fillet topped with a buttery crispy parmesan & panko crust and then oven-baked until golden brown.
To learn more: Oven Baked Cod with Panko
Sautéed Beef - Et Sote
Et Sote (or Beef Tava) is a delicious Turkish classic made with beef strips, onions, tomatoes, garlic, and peppers.
This simple, quick & wholesome beef stir fry is packed with Mediterranean flavors and is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
To learn more: Et Sote
Spinach with Eggs
Spinach with Eggs (Ispanakli Yumurta) is a delicious, healthy, and filling one-pot dish you can serve for brunch, lunch, or a quick weeknight dinner.
All you need is 20 minutes and a few fresh Mediterranean ingredients to make this simple egg dish.
To learn more: Spinach with Eggs
Wild Garlic Soup
This simple, delicious, and nutritious Wild Garlic Soup has a gentle garlicky flavor.
It is made with freshly foraged pungent wild garlic leaves (a.k.a ramps or ramson), potatoes, onions, and Homemade Vegetable Stock.
Wild garlic has a distinct flavor that adds depth and character to any dish, and when turned into a soup, it becomes a comforting and satisfying meal.
To learn more: Wild Garlic Soup
Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofte
Grilled Lamb Kofta is one of the most popular street foods in Turkey consisting of minced lamb and aromatic spices such as coriander and paprika.
It is extremely easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills.
To learn more: Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofta - Izgara Kofte
Cajun Chicken and Shrimp Pasta
Creamy Cajun Chicken and Shrimp Pasta is an easy yet delicious dish made of chicken,prawns, garlic, cheese, and tomatoes.
Ready in 25 minutes, this pasta dish is perfect for a weekday meal or a lazy Sunday lunch!
To learn more: Creamy Cajun Chicken and Shrimp Pasta
Cheesy Baked Prawns
Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec) is a delicious Turkish dish usually served as an appetizer or a hot meze in seafood restaurants.
It consists of fresh plump prawns cooked in a garlicky tomato & mushroom sauce and then topped with cheese.
To learn more: Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec)
Turkish Chicken Shish Kebab
Turkish Chicken Shish Kebab is a popular Turkish dish made of chicken pieces marinated in olive oil, milk, tomato paste, and aromatic spices.
If you want something unique and delicious for your summer BBQ parties, this recipe is perfect for you!
These tender and juicy Chicken Shish Kebabs are ready in just 25 minutes plus the marinating time.
To learn more: Turkish Chicken Shish Kebab
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