This fall-inspired Warm Orzo Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for the cold winter months! Sweet caramelized butternut squash tossed with chewy orzo pasta, peppery arugula and a tangy maple dijon vinaigrette. Cozy, nourishing and easy to make! In my home, pasta salad is a year-round affair. This one […] The post Warm Orzo Pasta Salad with Butternut Squash appeared first on Wandering Chickpea ..read more

This weeknight friendly version of Italian Meatballs features oven-baked beef meatballs with fresh basil and a luscious homemade tomato sauce. Simple, comforting and ready in just about 30 minutes. These Italian Meatballs are inspired by traditional methods and ingredients but contain no egg or dairy. The meatballs are baked, not […] The post Italian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce appeared first on Wandering Chickpea ..read more

These Honey Harissa Salmon Bowls are loaded with fluffy quinoa, smoky broiled salmon and served with a fresh herby cabbage slaw and a dollop of yogurt. Hearty, healthy and ready in under 30 minutes. How to Make Honey Harissa Salmon Bowls I love this recipe because it’s so balanced and […] The post Honey Harissa Salmon Bowls appeared first on Wandering Chickpea ..read more

Sheet Pan everything salmon and asparagus…the salmon is coated with everything bagel seasoning and roasted on a sheet pan alongside fresh asparagus spears. Serve with a lemon dill yogurt sauce and rice for a super simple 20-minute dinner. First recipe of the summer! I’m back after a little hiatus finishing up my second year of college. It’s summer break and I have lots of good ideas for recipes in the next few months so stay tuned. This Everything Salmon and Asparagus has been on repeat for me over the last few weeks. I know I’m a little late to the asparagus game but I had to share this reci ..read more

This Spiced Mushroom Chicken and Rice Skillet is the perfect weeknight dinner. Crispy chicken thighs, sweet-spiced sticky rice and dried apricots cook together in one pan for an easy-to-make dinner that’s packed with flavor. The inspiration… One of my favorite recipes from the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen is this Sweet-Spiced Mushroom and Rice Pilaf. It’s such a unique and powerful combination of flavors with the savory mushrooms and sweet dried apricots. My family loves this recipe so much that we actually made it for this past thanksgiving instead of stuffing! Definitely make it if you get the ch ..read more

This Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Brussel Sprouts and Bacon is the easiest winter dinner. Shelf-stable gnocchi stays fluffy on the inside but crispy on the outside while the brussel sprouts and shallots caramelize with salty bacon bits. Sheet pan recipes have always been a go-to for me on busy nights. This Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Brussel Sprouts and Bacon takes just about 10 minutes or prep, and even less if you use pre-shredded brussel sprouts. I’m actually kind of a brussel sprout hater. I never love date way they smelled or their toughness and earthy flavor, but there’s something about this recip ..read more

This Roasted Carrot and Lentil Salad is loaded with spiced shallots, hearty French lentils, dates, olives and toasted almonds. Serve everything over hummus with fresh mint and a pinch of flaky sea salt. It’s salty, sweet and savory—perfect for a healthy winter main or side. Roasted vegetable salads are one of my favorite dinners too make around this time of year. They’re hearty and comforting but also packed with the fiber and nutrients most winter comfort foods lack. Served warm or cold, I like to incorporate this recipe as a part of my meal prep for the week. Store-bought hummus (or homemad ..read more

Marinated Greek-inspired chicken skewers cooked under the broiler (or in the air fryer!) until crisp, served over fluffy lemon infused rice with yogurt and fresh dill. Quick and simple, perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner.  Why you’ll love Greek Chicken Skewers with Lemon Rice They’re ready in just about 30 minutes. The chicken marinates for about 15 minutes on the counter while the rice cooks. Give the chicken a quick char under the broiler or in the air fryer and you’re ready to eat. Perfect for meal prep. The chicken skewers and rice will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days when s ..read more

This Creamy Turmeric Chicken is simmered in a fragrant coconut milk curry sauce until fall-apart tender and served over fluffy black pepper rice. Healthy and nourishing, this recipe is perfect for a cozy winter dinner and easy to reheat throughout the week. At this point in the year, I am craving all the cozy food. Soups, stews, curries—anything that make me feel warm and nourished. This Turmeric Chicken is probably my favorite feel-good meal I’ve made this year. Chicken thighs simmer over the stove with a blend of warming spices, creamy coconut milk and soy sauce for an extra umami punch. Th ..read more

Jammy Onion and Miso Beans… sweet caramelized onions simmered with cannellini beans, kale and savory miso. Served with a big hunk of crusty bread and lots of fresh black pepper. In the winter months I am always craving a big bowl of something warm and nourishing. These Jammy Onion and Miso Beans are so warm and comforting… all made in one pot in under an hour. They’re inspired by a pasta recipe I saw on Bon Appétit a while back and if you’ve been here a while you know I love me some caramelized onions. Cannellini beans are one of the softer beans so they break down into this wonderfully cream ..read more