Allow me to introduce you to the Feta and Tomato Sandwich! Olive oil is drizzled on warm toasted bread, with a cut clove of garlic rubbed on top to infuse the flavor. Then, a sprinkling of oregano and sea salt, with slices of feta cheese and fresh summer tomatoes. This Greek sandwich takes less than 5 minutes to throw together and is delicious, simple, and easy. Perfect for those peak-season tomatoes and a fun way to change up your lunchbox routine! You’ve heard of Southern tomato sandwiches. You’ve had thick slices of ripe tomato on a BLT. And I’m sure you’ve had an Italian Caprese sandwich ..read more

Today we’re making Bánh Mì Hot Dogs – a twist on a Vietnamese Bánh Mì sandwich, which usually comprises marinated grilled pork (or other protein) with pickled veggies and herbs on French bread. We’re going to use all those toppings – plus some spicy mayo and cucumbers – on a regular ol’ hot dog and hot dog bun, for an easy and delicious dinner you can whip up in under 15 minutes! A Bánh Mì is easily one of my favorite sandwiches. Maybe even my top sandwich pick ever (a bold statement!). And while I’ll go for an authentic Bánh Mì to-go any time, a hot dog version is a fast and easy way to scra ..read more

These Spanakopita Turkey Burgers are such a fun mashup of two of my favorite foods: burgers, and spanakopita (Greek spinach pie)! The burger patties are packed with veggies and flavor- a mix of fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, lemon, and dill, along with lean ground turkey (or chicken, or other ground meat). A simple lemony, garlicky Greek yogurt sauce with herbs is the perfect accompaniment to spread on the burgers when serving. And since they’re baked in the oven on parchment paper, clean-up is a breeze and you don’t have to worry about overcooking the turkey! I’d be lying if I said I’d ..read more

This smashed chickpea salad sandwich serves as a vegetarian and vegan alternative to chicken and tuna salad! It’s cheap to make and packed full of plant-based protein for a flavorful and filling lunch. It’s perfect for making ahead and meal prep. This chickpea salad sandwich features chickpeas, partially smashed, and tossed with a creamy lemon garlic mayo, green onions, and fresh herbs. Serve on bread, on crackers, lettuce wraps, or any way you’d serve chicken or tuna salad! Chickpeas are such a versatile and delicious plant-based protein. They’re inexpensive, extremely nutritious and high in ..read more

These fresh Veggie Wraps have hummus and avocado for a creamy texture, flavor, and satiating protein and healthy fats! You’ll LOVE the energy boost you get from this dose of raw veggies – the key is adding those creamy ingredients to balance their crunchiness, and cutting all the veggies pretty small for a homogenous texture and a wrap that doesn’t fall apart. And the greens? Don’t skip tossing them with a simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper. You’ll never have a veggie wrap any other way! Do you ever just feel like you need some vegetables? After a ..read more

Here’s my favorite EASY Black Bean Burger recipe – and it’s make-ahead and freezable, too! I’ve got a few tricks to make a black bean burger that STAYS TOGETHER and WON’T FALL APART(!) but it’s not dry or crumbly in texture, either. This recipe also makes the entire mixture in your food processor so there’s minimal chopping and dicing. No sautéing veggies, pre-drying beans, or any of that “extra” work here! Adding soy sauce and olive oil adds umami and juiciness that veggie burgers are often lacking. I’ve made black bean burgers that taste great, but smush out the sides of the bun as soon as ..read more

These Caprese Sandwiches are stacked with thick slices fresh mozzarella cheese, juicy ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves, then drizzled with balsamic glaze. Toasting the bread and drizzling it with olive oil, then rubbing a garlic clove on it while it’s still warm, adds a subtle flavor that puts this simple sandwich over the top! This is the perfect no-cook summer dinner or lunch idea when it’s way too hot to cook and it takes five minutes to throw together. There’s not much better than the combination of fresh mozzarella, juicy ripe summer tomatoes, and fresh basil. The Holy Trinity of su ..read more

A classic tuna melt on halved English muffins is such a delicious, fast, easy, and cheap dinner option for those evenings you don’t want to cook. You probably already have everything you need for it! This tuna melt recipe features classic tuna salad, with a mayonnaise base, celery, and my two favorite add-ins: green onions and sweet relish. You can use any tuna salad mix you like. For this recipe, the English muffins are sliced and placed in the oven while it preheats, resulting in a nice toasty crispy base for the tuna that holds up and never gets soggy. This is also a great way to use up an ..read more

Korean BBQ Sloppy Joes will be your new favorite weeknight meal – it takes a mere 20 minutes to throw together with only FIVE ingredients! Lean ground beef is sautéed with red bell pepper and green onions, tossed with store bought (or homemade) Korean BBQ sauce, and served on hamburger buns. There’s nothing I love more than a meal that takes under 20 minutes to make – even better if it has minimal ingredients and easy prep. And even BETTER if I know my whole family will love it – and they sure did! These sloppy joes are almost like Korean bulgogi, served on a hamburger bun. Authentic Korean B ..read more

You’ve got to try this healthy curried chicken salad with apples and raisins! It’s packed with sweet-spicy flavor, and it’s lightened up by using Greek yogurt instead of mayo. It’s the perfect thing for meal prep, served on a sandwich, with crackers, or on some baby greens! Chicken salad is one of my favorite healthy things to have around. It’s packed with lean protein, and it’s SO versatile. And it lasts for about a week in the fridge, so it’s great to make in bulk! I love the Indian-inspired flavors in this dish. The curry powder is savory and fragrant and a little spicy- a perfect contrast ..read more