Non-Spicy Caesar Salad with Garlic Pepper

Non-Spicy Caesar Salad with Garlic Pepper
Features: Garlic Pepper
Ingredients
- 1 large romaine heart chopped
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 cup croutons
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Pepper seasoning
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss romaine with Caesar dressing.
- Add Parmesan, croutons, and garlic pepper.
- Serve immediately, optionally topped with grilled chicken.
Notes
Diet: DASH – Cuisine: Italian-American – Course: Salad – Spicy: None – Pairs with: Chicken
Spanish Paprika Seafood Paella

Spanish Paprika Seafood Paella
Features: Smoked Paprika & Bay Leaves
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup Arborio or Bomba rice
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups seafood broth
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads optional
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup mussels or clams
- 1/2 cup peas
- Lemon wedges parsley (garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or paella pan. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Stir in rice and smoked paprika. Toast 1–2 minutes.
- Add broth, saffron, and bay leaf. Bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
- Add seafood and peas; cook 10 minutes until seafood is cooked through.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with lemon and parsley.
Notes
Diet: Flexitarian – Cuisine: Spanish – Course: Entree – Spicy: None – Pairs with: Fish/Fish
American Everything Bagel Seasoned Deviled Eggs

American Everything Bagel Seasoned Deviled Eggs
Features: Everything Bagel Seasoning
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Everything Bagel Seasoning plus more for topping
Instructions
- Place eggs in saucepan, cover with water. Bring to a boil.
- Turn off heat, cover, and let sit 10 minutes.
- Drain, cool, and peel. Slice in half, remove yolks.
- Mix yolks with mayo, mustard, seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fill egg whites with yolk mixture. Top with extra seasoning.
Notes
Diet: Keto – Cuisine: American – Course: Appetizer – Spicy: None – Pairs with: Ham/Chicken
Chinese Five-Spice Pork Chops

Chinese Five-Spice Pork Chops
Features: Chinese Five-Spice
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1 1/2 tsp Chinese Five-Spice powder
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and Five-Spice in a bowl.
- Rub or marinate pork chops in mixture for at least 15 min.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear pork chops 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Diet: Flexitarian – Cuisine: Chinese – Course: Entree – Spicy: Mild – Pairs with: Pork Chops
Indian Turmeric Lentil Dal

Indian Turmeric Lentil Dal
Features: Turmeric & Cumin
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tomato diced
- 1 Tbsp oil or ghee vegan if preferred
- Salt to taste
- Cilantro garnish
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water.
- In a pot, heat oil. Sauté onion, garlic, cumin, and turmeric until fragrant.
- Add lentils, tomato, and water. Bring to boil.
- Reduce heat, simmer uncovered 20–25 minutes until lentils are soft.
- Add salt to taste and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
Diet: Vegan – Cuisine: Indian – Course: Entree/Soup – Spicy: Mild – Pairs with: Rice
Italian Cumin & Paprika Grilled Steak

Italian Cumin & Paprika Grilled Steak
Features: Cumin & Smoked Paprika
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks 8 oz each
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill or cast iron pan to high heat.
- Rub steaks with olive oil, then season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Grill 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust to desired doneness.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Diet: Flexitarian – Cuisine: Italian fusion – Course: Entree – Spicy: Mild – Pairs with: Steak
Mexican Ancho Chipotle Rub Pork Tacos

Mexican Ancho Chipotle Rub Pork Tacos
Features: Ancho Chipotle Rub
Ingredients
- 2 lb pork shoulder or butt
- 2 Tbsp Ancho Chipotle Rub
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Corn tortillas
- Toppings: sliced radishes avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Rub pork with Ancho Chipotle Rub and a pinch of salt. Place in a slow cooker.
- Add onion, garlic, orange juice, and broth.
- Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until pork is tender.
- Shred meat and return to the juices.
- Warm tortillas. Fill with pork and desired toppings.
Notes
Diet: Flexitarian – Cuisine: Mexican – Course: Entree – Spicy: Hot – Pairs with: Pork Chops or pulled pork
Flexitarian Fajita Rice Bowl

Flexitarian Fajita Rice Bowl
Features: Fajita Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
- 1 lb chicken breast or flank steak sliced
- 2 Tbsp fajita seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Toppings: avocado lime wedges, cilantro
Instructions
- Toss meat in fajita seasoning.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add meat, cook 4–5 min, transfer to plate.
- Add peppers and onion to skillet; cook until tender-crisp.
- Return meat to skillet, stir; remove from heat.
- Divide rice into bowls; top with meat and veggies.
- Garnish with avocado, cilantro, and a lime squeeze.
Notes
Diet: Flexitarian – Cuisine: Mexican – Course: Entree – Spicy: Mild – Pairs with: Chicken or Steak
Vegan Spicy Black Bean Soup

Vegan Spicy Black Bean Soup
Features: Chili Powder & Cumin
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 3 can black beans 15 oz each , drained & rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot over medium heat, sauté onion in oil until translucent (5 min).
- Add garlic, chili powder, and cumin; cook 1 min until aromatic.
- Stir in beans, broth, and tomatoes.
- Bring to a simmer; cook 15 min.
- Use a potato masher to mash half the beans for texture.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with cilantro.
Notes
Serve with avocado slices and lime wedges.
Herb-Roasted Chicken

Herb-Roasted Chicken
Features: Thyme & Rosemary
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (~3 lb)
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 lemon halved
- 4 garlic cloves smashed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
- Pat chicken dry; rub with oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff cavity with lemon halves and garlic.
- Place on a rack in a roasting pan, breast-side up.
- Roast 1h 15–20 min, or until internal temp reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
- Rest 10 min before carving.
Notes
Serve with steamed green beans and brown rice.
