For me, cooking during the week is a whole lot easier than on the weekends. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights are the times when I feel liberated to let my myself splurge on dining out. I hit up my favourite pasta spot, grab takeout from that Mexican place around the corner, and even order in my special pie (caramelised onions and sausage are involved) for prime couch consumption. In short, the weekends are a fucking free-for-all. But it's about time that I realise, they really don't have to be.
Cooking in on those evenings when we'd rather be going out doesn't have to be a lacklustre feat. Instead of feeling frustrated with a toilsome process or disappointed over final results, we can liven-up our kitchens with inspired nosh any day of the week. We've rounded up ten dinner recipes that are all parts healthy, uncomplicated, and irresistible — so you can put Seamless away for a rainy day.
Courgette Noodles With Mini Chicken Feta & Spinach Meatballs
Get double your daily dose of greens with this zesty courgetti dish.
Photo: Courtesy of How Sweet It Is.
One-Pan Honey Lemon Chicken & Roasted Potatoes
Two food groups, one pan.
Photo: Courtesy of Averie Cooks.
Simmer up a pot of this hearty tortilla soup and serve it with some wintry margaritas.
Photo: Courtesy of Cookie + Kate.
Cauliflower Crust Pizza With Kale & Roasted Garlic Sauce
The toppings on this "pizza" alone carry it straight to Flavour Town.
Photo: Courtesy of The Awesome Green.
Next Level Courgetti With Creamy Corn Sauce
Not into corn? Try some roasted butternut squash.
Photo: Courtesy of Pinch of Yum.
Easy 30-Minute Kale, White Bean, & Chicken Soup
The perfect last-minute savoury situation.
Photo: Courtesy of Averie Cooks.
Spicy Eggplant Balls With Minty Yogurt Wrap
Eggplant falafel with pomegranate seeds and some mint tzatziki? We'll take it.
Photo: Courtesy of The Awesome Green.
Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash Bowls
Roast up a spaghetti squash bowl (plate optional).
Photo: Courtesy of Cookie + Kate.
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Salads With Greek Yogurt Dressing
Salads for dinner?! Yes we will when parmesan and chicken are involved.
Photo: Courtesy of How Sweet It Is.
This eggplant burger-like tower would pair perfectly with a full-bodied glass of red.
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