Recipes for main courses using vegetables and mushrooms

These charming flower-shaped potatoes, made with an apple slicer and a watermelon scoop, are a hit with both kids and adults. Fry them whole in the air fryer until tender inside and...

Air fryers aren't just for making French fries, and this recipe perfectly demonstrates their versatility. This tofu and green bean dish is similar to a stir-fry, but it uses...

This easy-to-make dish is filled with the delicious flavors and aromas of Italian cuisine. Chicken cutlets are dredged in flour and fried until golden brown. Then, add...

This incredibly delicious, quick, and easy Asian-inspired dinner is ready in just 20 minutes! And this despite the fact that the recipe uses a rather tough cut of beef flank steak. The key to a tender...

Pasta, fried chicken pieces, fresh spinach, and sweet grape tomatoes fall in love in this delicious, light pasta dish that you're sure to fall in love with. The dish is vibrant and...

If you don't have orecchiette pasta, any other similar-sized pasta will work, and it pairs beautifully with the chickpeas and cherry tomatoes for this delicious, nutrient-packed dish.

Salmon fillet is baked on a bed of vegetables in a sesame-ginger marinade, wrapped in individual parchment paper (en papillote). The fish is tender and flavorful, and paired with bok choy,...

Salmon fillet is brushed with a pesto and mustard mixture and baked in the oven at a low temperature until perfectly done. It turns out incredibly tender and juicy. Served with a refreshing mashed potato salad...

If baked fish lacks that crispy crust that frying creates, try this recipe with potato chips. Salmon fillet (coho salmon, etc.)...

A complete dinner cooked on one baking sheet is so convenient! You won't have to wash multiple pots and pans, and if you follow the order of adding ingredients...

Even a simple homemade dish like shepherd's pie can be made festively colorful. The key is to find purple potatoes, while other rainbow-colored ingredients are more readily available and can be found in any...

In this recipe, Sunny Anderson doesn't bake the loin whole, but cuts it into four convenient steaks, sears it until nicely browned, and finishes cooking in the oven with potatoes and fragrant...

In Mexico, pico de gallo refers to various types of salsa made with fresh, finely diced fruits and/or vegetables. The most common version is made with red tomatoes, white onions, and...

Roasted corn is a popular street food throughout Mexico. You'll often see it roasted in its husk over a fire, but it can also be made at home on the stovetop. This recipe suggests...

Prepare this delicious dish with elk tenderloin and an incredible mushroom sauce that will melt in your mouth! Before grilling, the tenderloin is marinated in beer, spices, and rosemary, and the meat...

"Abalone and mushrooms are popular ingredients in Chinese New Year dishes, symbolizing gold bars and coins and believed to bring wealth, good luck, and prosperity to the family. I...

The vinaigrette dressing for this vegetable salad is reminiscent of a popular Japanese sesame-based dressing. A touch of fresh jalapeño adds a piquant flavor, while fresh cilantro adds...

Traditionally eaten by Buddhist monks, Buddha's Delight (Lo Han Jai) is now popular worldwide as a healthy Chinese vegetarian noodle dish. It's especially popular on the first day...

"We always eat dumplings for good luck during Chinese New Year," says Tony Nguyen. "It's believed that the more dumplings you eat, the richer you'll be next year! The recipe for these delicious..."

Peru is the birthplace of ceviche, a dish of fresh seafood cooked in a sour medium. This version is especially popular in Lima. The word "carretillero" means it's served from a street cart. In this...

Grilled chicken breast fillet served with roasted bell pepper sauce. Before grilling, marinate the chicken briefly in olive oil with dried Italian herbs. In...

Before grilling, the chicken is brined in a brine made with maple syrup, garlic, thyme, and pepper, which not only helps it retain its juiciness but also adds more flavor. Serve the chicken with...

Grilled chicken breast already has a smoky, summery flavor, but a little tangy dressing elevates its flavor to a whole new level. Add it to the vinaigrette...

This dinner is a real find for those who love to cook everything in one pot without the hassle. Barbecue chicken with cornmeal is a traditional dish of the American South. In a slow cooker, it...

This popular dish, sold at Chinese takeout restaurants, can be easily prepared at home in less time than it takes to get it delivered. Simply place all the ingredients in...

An air fryer practically guarantees your chicken will have a crispy skin and a juicy interior. Lightly seasoned with lemon zest, salt, and black pepper, these chicken thighs pair perfectly...

When summer arrives, it's time to make fresh salads with seasonal vegetables and fruits, which are abundant at local markets. This salad is best made with room-temperature tomatoes and cold...

This twist on traditional linguine with clams offers a more refreshing flavor and a slightly tart note. Small cherry tomatoes are the perfect way to add a whole range of flavors to the dish, as well as...

Lobster risotto sounds like a fancy restaurant dish, but it's actually easy to make at home. Cherry tomatoes are the perfect way to add a fresh flavor to the risotto: the acidity...

This dish requires only one baking sheet, making it perfect for busy weekdays. It takes just 40 minutes to prepare, and requires minimal dishwashing. Garlic,...

Cool pasta salad is one of the most popular summer dishes, and this simple recipe takes just 20 minutes. It's easy to whip up in a hurry. All you need is small pasta...

The beauty of this salad is that it's easy to make ahead and serve for a crowd, and it's ready in just half an hour. Cook the orzo pasta according to package directions,...

Try this easy-to-make dish, and you'll be transported to a rustic trattoria on the Italian coast! Best of all, it can be prepared in less than half an hour. Just boil...

Fried green tomatoes in a crispy cornmeal coating are a classic side dish in the American South, where they're most often prepared in the summer. This recipe delivers a double dose of juicy tomatoes...

This simple recipe is a great weeknight dinner option when you need something fresh, warm, and filling. The shrimp cooks in minutes, making for a filling yet...

"Busy housewives, this recipe is for you!" shares Alex Caspero. "I love homemade lasagna in the winter, but I don't like standing over the stove for long periods of time. A slow cooker makes the whole process really simple:...

Slow-cooked pork ribs are delicious and convenient. After a long simmer in homemade teriyaki sauce, the sweet and salty, juicy meat literally falls off the bone. "Try not to touch..."

This delicious dish is a vegetarian take on traditional chicken Parmesan. Large, meaty potobello mushroom caps make a great substitute for chicken cutlets. Serve as a main course or as a side dish.

Frittata is a great, healthy, gluten-free alternative to tarts or quiches, and it's easier to make. It's made with potatoes, zucchini, and egg, forming a pizza-like crust, topped with a pizza frittata...

Grilled, aromatic Greek moussaka is even more flavorful and aromatic than oven-baked. Layers of eggplant, rich meat sauce, and velvety béchamel with pecorino cheese are baked on...

Coleslaw is often served with burgers or fried chicken and is loved for its richness and refreshing flavor. This recipe adds pickles to the coleslaw, adding an even more...

The best thing about this recipe is that you can add any protein you like and choose any pasta shape, preferably short. Combine the cooked pasta with tomato sauce, sprinkle with cheese, and...

If you're making mashed potatoes for a holiday meal, transform this everyday side dish into a sophisticated treat by adding some garlicky goat cheese along with butter and milk and...

A seasoning of dried Italian herbs and sweet-spicy fennel infuse this traditional coleslaw with the flavors of a Mediterranean dish. Slice the fennel very thinly, making the pieces paper-thin...

This is our fresh take on KFC's coleslaw. It's just the right amount of sweet and refreshing, perfect with savory fried chicken or any barbecue-flavored sandwich. It's perfect...

Ina Garten's spelt salad is incredibly simple to make, yet so delicious and healthy that you'll want to enjoy it again and again. It's made with tomatoes, fresh herbs, including mint and arugula, and...

This dish takes its name from the Italian word for spelt, farro, and is prepared similarly to risotto. The spelt is lightly fried in oil and then gradually simmered in a seafood broth with...

In this recipe, spelt is roasted in the oven until it develops a nutty flavor, then boiled until tender and tossed with roasted asparagus and grape tomatoes, dressed with lemon...

This fragrant, creamy sauce with portobello mushrooms and tender leeks comes together in minutes and is perfect not only for chicken ravioli, as Tyler Florence serves it, but also for rice, pasta...

Butternut squash is the perfect ingredient for saffron risotto: its natural sweetness harmoniously balances the strong, spicy flavor of saffron. The squash isn't boiled with the rice, but baked separately and...