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Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl

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This tuna rice bowl recipe is an easy dinner idea that’s ready in 20 minutes! A mashup of savory tuna, fresh cucumber, and spicy mayo makes a satisfying weeknight dinner that’s budget-friendly and high protein. 20 grams protein and $5 per serving! As cookbook authors we’ve created countless rice bowl recipes , and here’s one that solves the weeknight dinner struggle—this spicy tuna rice bowl! It’s ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for those weeknights when you need a fast, healthy dinner that still delivers on flavor. (It’s inspired in part by the Korean concept of Chamchi Deopbap, mentioned in this New York Times article !) We love creating balanced meals that don’t sacrifice on flavor, and this one hits all the right notes with perfectly seasoned tuna, crisp vegetables, and spicy mayo that brings everything together. The combination of protein, whole grains, and fresh produce is both satisfying and nutritious. We also like sprinkling with crispy fried onions like our...
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Chicken Tortilla Soup

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This chicken tortilla soup recipe is packed with savory spiced broth, tender chicken, and crispy tortilla strips—all ready in under 40 minutes! A healthy meal that’s perfect for weeknights and impressive enough for guests. As cookbook authors and recipe developers, Alex and I have tested countless soup recipes over the years—and this one stands out as a favorite. The original was a vegetarian tortilla soup from our first cookbook, Pretty Simple Cooking . We decided to try it with some chicken to pack it with extra protein, and it was a huge hit with our family! So we had to share it here. There’s something magical about the smoky adobo sauce, tender chicken, and crunch from tortilla strips that consistently pleases everyone (even kids!). As busy parents who know the weeknight dinner struggle is real, we created this tortilla soup to be both flavorful and simple . The soup develops flavor quickly thanks to a blend of spices and that adobo sauce, and the toppings add layers of te...
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Cilantro Lime Shrimp

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This vibrant cilantro lime shrimp is ready in just 10 minutes! Juicy shrimp coated in zesty lime and fresh cilantro makes a quick, flavorful protein perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or a simple weeknight dinner. Ever since we became food bloggers and cookbook authors, Alex and I have been on a mission to create recipes that are both incredibly delicious and ridiculously easy. This cilantro lime shrimp ticks both boxes—it’s bursting with flavor and takes just 10 to 15 minutes! The combination of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and juicy seafood makes the recipe seem special without a lot of extra work. What we love most about this recipe is its versatility! You can serve it over rice for an easy dinner , throw it into tacos , or add it to a salad for a protein boost topped with our cilantro dressing . As busy parents, we’ve found this recipe to be our secret weapon on hectic weeknights when time is short! Ingredients in cilantro lime shrimp This cilantro lime shrimp is packed with...
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