Lunch recipes

All kids love hamburgers, but to avoid worrying about the abundance of fat and empty calories, offer them healthy burgers. These patties are made from lean ground turkey or beef mixed with...

This lunchbox is formulated to support the macrobiotic diet, a dietary philosophy that emphasizes vegetables, eggs, and whole grains like fiber-rich brown rice.

Mahi-mahi fish fillets are brushed with olive oil and grilled for just five minutes per side. Served on a bed of mixed greens with an olive-based mojo sauce...

Lean turkey breast cutlets will be especially juicy if you prepare them with a filling. For the filling, use shredded mozzarella and chopped roasted bell peppers. The ingredients are laid out...

This dish takes just 20 minutes to prepare—perfect for a quick, tasty dinner after a hard day or a Sunday family lunch. For the sauce, you'll need canned...

An air fryer can transform frozen chicken breast fillets into juicy, golden-brown meat in minutes. Rub the breasts, without defrosting, with olive oil, salt, and black pepper and place in...

Lamb shanks baked according to this recipe turn out especially juicy, spicy, and covered with a delicious crispy crust. The cooking process is divided into two days. On the first day, you marinate...

English Shepherd's Pie is one of those hearty home-cooked dishes that's perfect for a Sunday family lunch or a quick weeknight dinner: you bake it in...

Make a hearty lunch with oven-baked stew or ragout topped with golden, flaky biscuits. Shredded baked chicken breast is tossed in a creamy sauce with carrots,...

This delicious chowder can be made year-round using fresh or frozen corn, depending on the season, and enjoy the delicious flavors of a stew filled with tender potatoes, sweet, juicy...

Infuse homemade chicken soup with a whole bouquet of Mexican flavors by adding plenty of tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, cumin, and fragrant cilantro. Strips of corn tortilla will help thicken the soup slightly and...

This simplified version of the Mexican dish chili con carne uses white chicken and white beans instead of red meat and red beans. Other ingredients include onions, garlic, and lots of...

This juicy, delicious salad includes cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers, and onions. All vegetables are grilled before adding to the salad bowl, infusing them with a unique, rich flavor.

This potato soup is bursting with vibrant flavors from fried bacon and Cajun seasoning. Use the bacon fat to sauté the vegetables, then add the potatoes, broth, and...

Cheese soup is always a surefire lunch option, loved by both adults and children. For a richer flavor, add not just one, but, for example, three types of cheese. Ree Drummond...

Make Italian-style chicken soup with potato gnocchi and Parmesan cheese. The whole family will love this dinner. First, simmer the chicken and carrots in a saucepan until tender,...

You don't need meat to make a delicious winter soup. Natural sausages work just as well. This thick and rich stew is made with potatoes, carrots, and parsnips...

Bacon and jalapeño peppers give this chowder a warm, spicy flavor that perfectly complements its creamy base. Start by frying the bacon, then use the rendered fat to cook the chowder.

Golden baked cauliflower is packed with a wealth of harmoniously balanced flavors, thanks to extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper, salt, and thyme. Before roasting,...

This aromatic meatball soup is delicious, rich, thick, and healthy. Best of all, it doesn't take long to prepare. While the sauté is cooking, combine the ground beef with the grated...

This dish uses boneless lamb loin, cut into 8-10 cutlets, which are rubbed with a spice mixture of oregano, rosemary, and thyme before frying. The tender meat quickly...

This gratin is similar to a traditional potato casserole, except it's made with turnips instead of potatoes. Turnips are just as good in taste and texture, and they're also rich in...

Fennel root blends with juicy oranges to create a wonderful flavor combination, a refreshing, light salad that can be served as an appetizer with meat or seafood. Orange...

What's called halushki in the US is a simplified version of a traditional Eastern European dish: instead of pieces of fresh dough, wide egg noodles are used. The noodles...

An incredibly simple way to prepare delicious and healthy pumpkin, perfect for serving as a side dish or appetizer. Any variety can be used. The sweet flavor of pumpkin is especially good...

Roast a whole pork loin in the oven and serve with a side of vegetable cobbler. Before baking, sear the pork on all sides in a skillet and brush with a grain mixture...

This vegetarian lasagna recipe uses fried portobello mushrooms—the most flavorful and meaty variety of mushroom—instead of meat sauce. Their flavor is perfectly complemented by béchamel sauce with a pinch of...

Roast pork can be served as a main course with a variety of side dishes, or used in sandwiches or shawarma. The recipe uses a whole, boneless pork shoulder.

A healthier alternative to the English dish fish and chips, these are pieces of fried fish in batter served with potatoes. Instead of traditional French fries, try mashed potatoes:...

Although traditional Italian panzanella salad is considered a summer treat, it can easily be adapted to a winter diet by replacing the tomatoes with seasonal vegetables – baked pumpkin and...

Before roasting, turkey legs are soaked for 24 hours in a brine made from equal parts salt, maple syrup, and bourbon, with the addition of grainy mustard, black and red pepper, cloves,...

This rich, delicious, and nutritious soup can be made not only for a holiday dinner but also throughout the winter, enjoying its warming, smoky aroma. The soup is topped with...

Delight your guests with a luxurious Mediterranean-style dish, where fish and a succulent orange-fennel salad complement each other perfectly, creating a harmonious bouquet of flavors. The fillet...

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a quick and easy Moroccan-inspired dish. Boiled chickpea shell pasta is mixed with a ground beef stew. Raisins, ras el hanout,...

This simple yet delicious appetizer will brighten any holiday table with its vibrant color. Yellow and red bell peppers are baked in the oven and served with fresh basil under a fragrant garlic olive oil...

A salad of fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, herbs, and mozzarella bursts with vibrant flavor when you add some croutons, pieces of fried pancetta, and a fantastic Caesar dressing with...

The American hot Reuben sandwich is a unique combination of dark bread, meat, sauerkraut, and melty Swiss cheese. This recipe replaces the traditional corned beef with...

This huge, juicy, and filling sandwich will be appreciated by those who demand maximum flavor from every bite. Roast beef, corned beef, turkey breast, and pastrami—all four types of meat are sliced ​​ultra-thin...

If you want to enjoy delicious pasta while also getting the most nutrition, choose whole-grain spaghetti. Pair it with vegetables and you'll have a delicious, nutrient-packed meal...

This macaroni and cheese is truly a special dish, filled with three types of cheese: Muenster, Cheddar, and Parmesan. After baking, they meld into a rich, creamy sauce, which is then topped with...

Linguine pasta with shrimp and scallops in a light white wine sauce thickened with butter is a perfect dish for special occasions. You'll be delighted not only with the...

Chinese dan dan noodles are boiled egg noodles, drenched in broth and topped with vegetables and meat. They're very spicy, rich in vibrant flavors, and a favorite among all...

This vegetarian pizza will captivate you with its rich flavor, filled with roasted bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, garlic, and three types of cheese: mozzarella, provolone, and goat...

The name of this German dish literally means "sour roast," and for good reason: before being baked in the oven, the meat is marinated for several days in a sour marinade made from wine and wine...

If you want to surprise your guests with an unusual appetizer, bake marrow bones in the oven. Marrow bones can be found at butcher shops. These are the bones from a veal leg, which are trimmed of meat, cut into...

This hearty soufflé with ham, cheese, potatoes, and chili peppers is perfect for both breakfast and dinner. The soufflé base itself is made with eggs mixed with grated cheese, and to make it...

Children who don't like the taste of fish will love this salmon recipe, but you need to accommodate a child-friendly event. Soak the fish fillets for several hours (the longer the better)...

These yeast buns take a while to make, but don't bake them too far in advance: they're best fresh and lukewarm. The combination of green onions, thyme, and...

This French stew is made with oven-baked vegetables—eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes—which are then sliced ​​and mixed with pan-fried bell peppers, onions, and...