Here’s What to Cook Every Night This Week (July 13 – 19)
Come summer, we find ourselves eating more red meat than usual, mostly in the form of hot dogs, burgers and steaks. We’ll always love them, but we need a break. So, this week’s all about chicken, fish and vegetarian dinners that are light, fresh and delicious.
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Shopping List
Produce
5 red onions
7 garlic cloves
1-inch piece ginger
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 pineapple
1 Fresno chile
2 jalapeños
2 scallions
5 limes
1 mango
1 avocado
1 zucchini
1 red cabbage
1 green cabbage
2 carrots
4 ears corn
2 pints cherry tomatoes
1 bag arugula
1 pound baby Yukon Gold potatoes
1 lemon
1 head romaine lettuce
4 medium tomatoes
1 bunch fresh basil
1 bunch fresh dill
2 bunches cilantro
1 bunch mint
Meat
8 shrimp
2½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thin
1½ pounds tilapia
1½ pounds salmon fillets
4 eggs
Dairy
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan
¾ cup sour cream
1 stick unsalted butter
Burrata
Grains
White rice
Canned and Packaged Goods
Jerk seasoning
7-ounce packaged pie crust
1-ounce packet taco seasoning
1 bag taco-size tortillas
1 pound gnocchi
Pantry Ingredients: vegetable oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, kosher salt, freshly-ground black pepper, extra-virgin olive oil, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar
Monday: Ginger-Pineapple Shrimp Stir-Fry
This single-serve recipe is just the ticket when you’re craving takeout but don’t want to commit to three days of leftovers. Double the recipe if you want some for lunch the next day too.
Tuesday: Grilled Jerk Chicken Cutlets with Mango Salsa
Here’s that Jamaican getaway you ordered. If you’ve never tasted jerk seasoning, brace yourself for warm spices, slight heat and a punch of savory flavor.
Wednesday: Zucchini Ricotta Galette
Store-bought crust makes it a breeze to assemble. Might we suggest pairing this cheesy gem with a chilled glass of Riesling?
Thursday: Crispy Baked Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw
All the crunch of your local cantina’s fried fish—minus the frying. You’ll love the tangy, refreshing slaw loaded with cabbage, red onion, jalapeño and lime juice.
Friday: Summer Skillet Gnocchi with Grilled Corn and Burrata
Serving a crowd? Enter the prettiest centerpiece on earth. Store-bought gnocchi make this recipe super simple, while juicy cherry tomatoes and grilled corn scream summer.
Saturday: One-Pan Roasted Salmon with Potatoes and Romaine
We’ll never get over sheet-pan meals and neither will your sink. So, add this 40-minute wonder to your rotation that pulls together a protein, starch and veggie with minimal mess.
Sunday: Bruschetta Chicken
Bored of the same old chicken breasts? Homemade bruschetta made with plump tomatoes, fresh basil and tangy balsamic should liven things up.
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