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Beef Teriyaki Skillet

December 15, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Make weeknight dinners easy with this flavorful beef teriyaki skillet. Tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a rich teriyaki glaze come together for a quick, delicious meal that’s simple to prepare and sure to impress. 


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Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons crushed garlic
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar
Skillet
  • 1 pound Flank Steak sliced into 1/2 inch strips
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup frozen edamame
  • 1/2 cup prepared teriyaki sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh garlic minced
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Teriyaki Sauce
  1. Prepare onion, ginger and garlic.
  2. In a small saucepan add soy sauce, water, brown sugar, crushed red pepper, onion, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar.
  3. In a separate small bowl make a paste with water and corn starch. Whisk the paste into the saucepan.
  4. Bring the saucepan to a boil over high heat and then reduce to a low heat.
  5. Stirring occasionally, simmer for 5-7 minutes or until desired thickness is achieved.
  6. Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Skillet
  1. On a clean cutting board, trim any excess fat from the flank steak. Slice steak into ½ inch slices.
  2. On a separate cutting board from the steak cutting board (to avoid cross contamination) dice red bell pepper.
  3. Add ½ tablespoon of sesame oil to pan and cook steak to desired doneness with an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Transfer cooked steak to a bowl, keep warm.
  4. Add remaining sesame oil to pan and sauté garlic. Once garlic is cooked, add vegetables and cook thoroughly.
  5. Add cooked steak back to pan with cooked vegetables. Add teriyaki sauce and mix with all vegetables and steak.
  6. Enjoy this easy and quick weeknight recipe!
Recipe Notes

Beef Teriyaki Skillet Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 210 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 55 mg 18 % Sodium 480 mg 21 % Total Carbohydrate 8 g 3 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 26 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 44 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 529 mg 10 %

Busy with life? Use a low sodium Teriyaki Sauce from the store.  Or make the recipe above and store it in your refrigerator for future use. Store bought teriyaki sauce will affect nutritional qualities of final recipe. 

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, red bell pepper, stir fry

Skillet Vegetable Enchiladas

October 7, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

This delicious skillet dish includes all the flavors you love from traditional enchiladas, with a plant-forward twist and less prep!

Featuring black beans as the main protein source and pairing it with a rainbow of vegetables (zucchini, red bell pepper, mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and spinach) makes this all-in-one meal a nutrition powerhouse. The addition of the corn tortillas helps to create a more complete protein in this meal, while the easy to make sauce and blend of cheeses make these “enchiladas” both comforting and tasty!


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Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small zucchini diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper diced
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 8 ounce fresh sliced baby bell mushrooms
  • 1 cup frozen sweet potatoes
  • 15 ounce can low sodium black beans
  • 3 cups chopped fresh baby spinach
  • 8 medium corn tortillas 8-inch
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/3 cup low-fat Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 ounce grated cotija cheese
Sauce
  • 3.5 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon tomato paste no salt added
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 teaspoon black pepper
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  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion, red pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and frozen sweet potatoes. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, then stir in the garlic, cooking for about 30 more seconds or until garlic smells fragrant. Set aside.
  2. While vegetables are cooking, mix together the broth, apple cider vinegar, and tomato paste in a small bowl or measuring cup.
  3. In a separate saucepan, heat the remaining 3.5 Tbsp. olive oil over medium heat. Add the chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture for about 90 seconds until spices are very fragrant and everything is well-mixed.
  4. Pour the tomato mixture into the saucepan of spices. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking it occasionally, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Add the black beans and fresh spinach to the vegetable skillet and stir.
  6. Pour the enchilada sauce into the skillet, then top with the corn tortilla strips and stir. Pour the remaining half of the sauce in and continue to stir until all tortilla strips are coated in sauce. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken even more.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat and top with the low-fat Mexican blend cheese. Place a lid on the skillet and let it sit for 3-5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
  8. Serve warm, topped with a sprinkle of cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: black beans, enchiladas, vegan, vegetable, Vegetarian

Southwest Tortellini Pasta Salad

September 19, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

🌮🥗 Spice up your lunch with the Southwest Tortellini Pasta Salad! 🥗🌮

Need something fresh, filling, and full of flavor? This tossed-together gem hits all the notes:

✨ What’s inside
• Three-cheese tortellini
• Grilled chicken
• Corn & black beans
• Red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes & avocado
• Red onion + cilantro

✨ The zesty dressing
Made with avocado oil, lime juice, rice vinegar, garlic, chili powder & cumin — balanced with a touch of sugar. 💥

✨ Why you’ll love it

  • Great mix of protein + veggies = satisfying, yet light

  • Tex-Mex vibes make it fun & vibrant

  • Super flexible: serve it as a side, a main, or even pack it for lunch tomorrow

🕒 Takes just a little prep time and then literally toss ‘n’ go. 😋

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Salad
  • 10 ounce  three cheese refrigerated tortellini
  • 5 oz Grilled Chicken Breast cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup Corn fresh cooked, canned or frozen
  • 15 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 avocado peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Dressing
  • 2 Tablespoons Avocado Oil
  • juice from 2 limes
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
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  1. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Add tortellini to a large bowl. Add cooked corn, black beans, bell pepper, avocado, cherry tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
  3. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a resealable jar. Shake until combined. Pour the desired amount of dressing (you may not want to use it all) over the pasta and toss to coat.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: avocado, Chicken, pasta, pasta salad, tortellini

Greek Protein Bowls

August 6, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Fill your day with a vibrant Greek Protein Bowl- packed with bold Mediterranean flavors and wholesome goodness.  This power- packed bowl features air fried chicken, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onions and a sprinkle of feta cheese, all served over delicious cottage cheese.  Finish your bowl with dollop of tzatziki, it is the perfect balance of fresh, filling and flavorful.  


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Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Greek Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups high protein cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Greek Seasoning
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups English cucumbers diced
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese
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Chicken
  1. Wash hands thoroughly.
  2. Clean and prep your area.
  3. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder and Greek seasoning.
  4. Flatten chicken to about ½ inch thick and marinate in a shallow dish or Ziploc bag for at least 30 minutes, or up to several hours.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F. Cook chicken for 7 minutes on one side and flip, cooking an additional 3-4 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.
  6. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with Tzatziki sauce if desired.
Assemble the Bowl
  1. Mix Greek seasoning with the cottage cheese.
  2. Layer bowl with lettuce, cottage cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions and sliced chicken.
  3. Top with a tablespoon of Tzatziki, if desired.
Recipe Notes

Tzatziki sauce not included in nutritional analysis.

Greek Protien Bowl Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 Bowl (556g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 350 % Daily Value Total Fat 11 g 14 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 70 mg 23 % Sodium 520 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 20 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 14 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 46 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 267 mg 20 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 705 mg 15 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, bowl, Chicken, cottage cheese, greek, Salad, summer

Cowboy Caviar

June 17, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Brighten up your plate with this vibrant, crowd-pleasing Cowboy Caviar! ✨ Packed with wholesome and colorful ingredients like black beans, corn, and fresh bell peppers, it’s a delicious way to get your veggies in. Healthy, refreshing, and incredibly satisfying. Minimal cooking with maximum flavor. Your taste buds will thank you!


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  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 medium Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 medium red onion diced
  • 15 ounce can No Salt Added Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 ounce can no salt added whole kernel corn drained and rinsed
  • 15 ounce can low sodium pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium poblano pepper diced
  • 4 ounce can diced jalapenos
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
Servings: 1/3 cup servings
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  1. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, lime juice and garlic to combine.
  2. Add the tomatoes, red onion, black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, bell pepper, jalapeño, poblano and cilantro. Toss to cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.
  3. To serve, toss well and serve with baked tortilla chips.
Recipe Notes

Cowboy Caviar

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1/3 cup
servings per container 8

Amount per serving
Calories	200					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	8	g			10	%	
Saturated Fat	1	g			5	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	160	mg			7	%	
Total Carbohydrate	26	g			9	%	
Dietary Fiber	6	g			21	%	
Total Sugars	5	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	6	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	37	mg			2	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	503	mg			10	%

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