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One Pot Lentil Soup

April 24, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Need a hearty and quick pantry staple dinner option? Look no further than our One Pot Lentil Soup! Packed with lentils, potatoes and spinach, this soup powerhouse is easy to make and a great meat-free option!   


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  • CourseMain Dish, One Pot Meals
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
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6 1.5 Cups
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  • CourseMain Dish, One Pot Meals
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
Servings
6 1.5 Cups
Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 Tbsp garlic Minced
  • 1/4 Cup onion Diced
  • 1/2 Cup carrot Diced
  • 2 Stalks celery Diced
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 Cup tomato sauce no salt added
  • 1 1/4 Cup Brown dry lentils
  • 14.5 Oz Canned Potatoes Drained
  • 2 Cups water
  • 2 Cups low sodium chicken broth no sugar added option
  • 1/2 Tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tsp cumin
  • 3 Cups baby spinach leaves
Servings: 1.5 Cups
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  1. In a large pot, add avocado oil. Add in the garlic, diced onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for 2-3 minutes until carrots and celery are soft, stirring frequently.
  2. Add tomato paste, tomato sauce, and lentils to the pot and combine with the carrot and celery mixture. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add canned potatoes to the pot.
  4. Pour in 2 cups water and 2 cups chicken broth.
  5. Add in black pepper, oregano and cumin. Stir to combine, cover, and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 25 minutes until lentils are cooked.
  7. With a handheld emulsion blender, briefly emulsify about ¼ of the soup in the pot while leaving the texture chunky. If using a regular blender, remove ¼ of the soup and add the blender. Blend until smooth and place back in the pot.
  8. Stir in spinach leaves into the soup and let simmer for 5 more minutes or until spinach is wilted.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: chicken broth, fall, lentil, one pot, onion, oregano, potatoes, soup, spinach, tomato paste, tomato sauce

Spicy Lentil and Quinoa Bowl

January 5, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

This Spicy Lentil and Quinoa Bowl is packed full of hearty plant-based proteins.


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6 1 cup servings
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6 1 cup servings
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Servings
6 1 cup servings
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6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup green lentils dry
  • 1/2 cup quinoa dry
  • 15 ounce can low sodium black beans rinsed and drained
  • 2.5 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen yellow corn
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeno seeds removed, diced
  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/4 cup cilantro for garnish
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Wash hands and sanitize preparation surfaces.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil.
  3. Once the olive oil is heated, add the onion, jalapeno, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 5 –7 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
  4. .Next, add quinoa, lentils, and tomatoes to the cooked vegetables. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring continuously to ensure ingredients are well combined.
  5. Add beans, corn, water, and dry seasonings and stir to combine.
  6. Allow the dish to boil, cover it with a lid, then let it simmer for approximately 30 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: lentil, quinoa, vegetable, Vegetarian

Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash

September 30, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

It’s fall somewhere, right? Try out this cozy Beefy Stuffed Acorn Squash to make good use of those squashes available at the grocery store!


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Ingredients
  • 3 each each acorn squash
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ground or to taste
  • 1 pound ground beef 97% lean
  • 1 small white onion
  • 1/2 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger ground
  • 14.5 ounce peas and carrots unsalted, drained and rinsed
  • 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes no salt added
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Rinse acorn squash under cool running water to remove dirt and debris. Preheat oven to 375*F.
  2. On a cutting board, slice each acorn squash in half as well as cut a slice off of the bottoms of each half, so the squash rests, inside pointing up. Remove the seeds and fibrous strands.
  3. Rest the six squash halves facing up on a baking sheet. Distribute the olive oil over the flesh of the squash, and sprinkle cinnamon over the halves.
  4. Roast in the oven for 35 minutes.
  5. While squash is roasting, in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat, begin to brown the meat and discard any excess fat. Add in the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until the onion is soft.
  6. Add the drained peas and carrots, and diced tomatoes plus their juices to the pan. Begin to heat through.
  7. Add in all of the spices and cook until flavors are combined.
  8. Remove the squash from the oven and spoon the beef mixture into the centers of the squash halves. Return the stuffed squash halves to the oven and cook for another 20 minutes. Cover with foil if you are worried about the beef mixture drying out.
  9. Remove and serve hot. Remove the skin of the acorn squash and discard it as you are eating.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: acorn squash, Beef, fall, ground beef, main dish, protein, squash, winter squash

Mexican Veggie Dip

September 28, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Need a quick and easy dish for your next tailgate? This simple slow cooker recipe serves up festive flavors and is sure to be a crowd pleaser at any get-together. Ingredients can easily be prepped ahead of time, leaving you more time to cheer on your team. Pair with your favorite game-day main dish for a winning combo!


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12 8 ounce servings
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12 8 ounce servings
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12 8 ounce servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups reduced sodium fat free vegetable broth
  • 1 cup carrots chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 10 ounces frozen riced cauliflower
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 cup low fat Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 8 ounces no salt added tomato sauce
  • 15 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilis
  • 15 ounces reduced sodium black beans
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Servings: 8 ounce servings
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  1. Begin by washing your hands and cleaning your counter tops or other surfaces. Rinse produce under cool running water before chopping.
  2. Line the slow cooker with a liner bag, if preferred.
  3. Chop the vegetables. Measure all ingredients and place in the slow cooker, except the cheese. Stir until fully combined.
  4. Cook on high setting for 3 hours or low setting for 5 hours.
  5. Sprinkle the cheese on top and cook for 15 minutes more with the lid on the slow cooker.
  6. Best served warm.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, appetizers, dip, fall, quinoa, Snacks

Chicken Flautas Air Fryer

May 10, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Need a quick and easy “almost homemade” meal? These air fryer chicken flautas are for you! They are “almost homemade” using a store-bought rotisserie chicken and assemble and cook quickly in the air fryer. Try these delicious flautas today!


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4 (2 flautas per serving)
Ingredients
Flautas
  • 1.5 cups shredded skinless rotisserie chicken
  • 6 ounces fat free cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon avocado oil for brushing
  • 8 5 inch corn tortillas
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1 medium Tomato diced
  • 1/2 medium onion diced
  • 2 Tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded
Servings: (2 flautas per serving)
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  1. Mix together the shredded rotisserie chicken, low-fat cream cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
  2. Place the corn tortillas in the microwave and heat for approximately 10-20 seconds. Remove the tortillas and ensure they are pliable for rolling. Allow for more time, if necessary.
  3. Once your tortillas are ready, place 3 tbsp of chicken mixture onto the end of a tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and place the flauta seam side down. Repeat the process until all flautas have been rolled. *Note: Use a wooden toothpick to secure the seam if necessary. Make sure to remove these before serving*
  4. Once the flautas are rolled (Or ready), place them side by side in your air fryer basket.
  5. Brush the tops of the flautas lightly with the avocado oil.
  6. Air fry for 6-8 minutes at 370 degrees, turning halfway through. Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, air, air fry, air fryer, Chicken, kid friendly, lunch, protein, snack

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