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This Week's Menu: Oven-Free Vegetarian Dinners

Sunday is a great time to get a healthy head start on the week by mapping out your weekly menu.

Sunday is a great time to get a healthy head start on the week by mapping out your weekly menu. If you're really on top of things, you'll do it before food shopping, so when you head to the grocery store, you'll be able to pick up exactly what you need. I've done the legwork for you and mapped out a week of healthy vegetarian options that won't require you to turn on the oven. Enjoy!

Monday: Southwestern Quinoa Salad With Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette

What you'll need:

  • Quinoa
  • Veggie broth
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Canned black beans
  • Frozen corn
  • Jalapeño pepper
  • Lime
  • Spices including garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and sea salt
  • Fresh greens
  • White wine vinegar
  • Honey
  • Garlic
  • Dijon mustard
  • Olive oil

Continue reading for the rest of the week's healthy menu and grocery list.

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Eggs Aren't Just For Breakfast: Healthy Lunch and Dinner Recipes

Between omelets, French toast, and scrambles, eggs steal the show when it comes to the first meal of the day, but this protein-packed food shouldn't be limited to breakfast.

Between omelets, French toast, and scrambles, eggs steal the show when it comes to the first meal of the day, but this protein-packed food shouldn't be limited to breakfast. Keep reading for six healthy and savory egg recipes to be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

Source: Flickr user Tavallai and Flickr user jo-h

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Lemon Spaghetti

Pasta is one of my favorite weeknight dinners.

Pasta is one of my favorite weeknight dinners. Most sauces, whether it be something classic like carbonara or different such as sun-dried tomato cream, come together in no time at all. The latest recipe to be added to my pasta rotation? This vegetarian-friendly lemon spaghetti. The just-cooked pasta is tossed with a creamy lemon-garlic sauce, tons of grated parmesan cheese, and a heavy sprinkling of fresh herbs. On its own, it's a delightfully light dinner; however, it would make an excellent side to grilled chicken or shrimp. I prefer to enjoy it with a chilled glass of sparkling Rosé. Here's the uncomplicated technique!

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Pan-Fried Chicken With Ragout

Have you already enjoyed these fast chicken dinners?

Have you already enjoyed these fast chicken dinners? If you have, here is your next one to try! It's a simple pan-fried chicken topped with a bounty of bell peppers and tomatoes that will surely leave everyone at your table satisfied. The tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions are quickly roasted in the oven before being mixed with a thick garlic paste. The chicken is lightly floured for a crisp texture and juicy flavor. For an even shorter cook time, I used chicken strips. Once the chicken is cooked, it's topped with the warm ragout and fried capers, for extra salty goodness. Served with brown rice or a side salad, it makes a great meal. Say goodbye to boring chicken dinners and get this recipe.