Monday: Tofu Rolls
For an affordable and more approachable version of a shrimp or lobster roll, try this tofu-based vegetarian sandwich. You’ll find all the usual ingredients, like mayonnaise, pickles, celery and, yes, hot dog buns. It’s a weeknight dish that lets you hang on to summer vacation for a little while longer.
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Tofu Rolls
Tuesday: Rice Noodles with Beef, Red Curry and Peanuts
Need to spice up your Tuesday night? This quick Asian-inspired dish is packed with bold flavour, thanks to a savoury blend of red curry, fish sauce and soy sauce. Just drizzle the sauce over seared ground beef right at the end, and then toss in crisp baby bok choy, tender rice noodles, crunchy roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro. It’s a full flavour trip to Asia in under 30 minutes!
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Rice Noodles with Beef, Red Curry and Peanuts
Wednesday: Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks with Satay Sauce
If you’re looking for an air fryer recipe to add to your repertoire, try this chicken satay dish. The sauce is quick to make; all you need to do is combine the ingredients and then warm the mixture in the microwave while the drumsticks cook in the air fryer. The result is meat that’s crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, combined with a creamy and mouth-watering sauce. Serve with vermicelli noodles and a cucumber salad, and enjoy.
Thursday: Lima Bean Casserole with Green Coconut Sauce
This vegan meal makes for a satisfying weeknight meal. The green sauce consists of onions, zucchini and spinach, as well as coconut milk and garden basil, which are then puréed. All the ingredients cook in the same pot, making the process all the more convenient. Be sure to add it to your regular dinner rotation!
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Lima Bean Casserole with Green Coconut Sauce
Friday: One-Pot Nordic Shrimp Pasta with Lemon and Parmesan
While it’s still warm out, opt for a light pasta dish, like this bright and lemony recipe. It boasts a generous helping of Nordic shrimp, added near the end of cooking along with arugula to preserve their delightful texture. Top with a sprinkling of chopped fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, and you’ve got a fresh meal to enjoy al fresco in the backyard.
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