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Dinner Ideas for the Week!

Published 10 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader!

Planning this week's meal and hoping to break away from your usual recipe rotation? (I know that feeling well!) Hopefully you find some inspiration in this list of entrées and sides. And don't miss out on the strawberry-inspired treat at the end!

Main Dishes

  1. ​Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice - A lower carb option! Or try our more traditional fried rice (a family favorite).
  2. ​Ground Turkey Stir Fry with Green Beans - Reader review: "This was so great! Healthy dish with so much flavor. I can't wait to make this one again!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  3. ​Pork Tenderloin with Maple Mustard Sauce - Surprisingly easy to make! Serve the leftovers over a green salad.
  4. ​Shrimp Pasta Salad - One of my "go to" make-ahead meals. Packed with spring veggies.
  5. ​Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa - Whip this up in just 15 minutes!

Side Dish Ideas

  1. ​Green Beans Almondine - Quick & easy, plus light & delicious!
  2. ​Cucumber Salad with Dill Yogurt Dressing - Perfect to enjoy all summer long.
  3. ​Asian Slaw with Edamame & Miso Dressing - Tons of veggies, a hit of protein from the edamame and a creamy miso dressing.

A Well-Deserved Treat

Strawberry Oat Bars

We adore these lightened-up oat bars, made with a fresh fruit filling.
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See you next time!

Dara

Cookin' Canuck - From-scratch healthy recipes

by Dara Michalski

Healthy eating shouldn't be boring! Using fresh ingredients, spices and herbs, you and your family can enjoy delicious, wholesome meals. Recipes featured Saveur Magazine, Fine Cooking Magazine, on oprah.com, The Pioneer Woman and msn.com.

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