Monday: Grilled Zucchini Toasts with Tomato, Strawberry and Mint Salad
Thirty minutes is all it takes for these toasts to be ready to serve. Put the bread under the broiler, then spread some labneh, a fresh cheese made with yogurt, all over. Top the toasts with crunchy zucchini ribbons and sprinkle with homemade or store-bought zaatar. Finish with a drizzle of tahini. Serve the dish with a fresh cherry tomato and strawberry salad. A perfect vegetarian recipe for a busy start to the week.
Tuesday: One-Pot Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach
This all-in-one dish, which appeals to both kids and their parents, will allow you to be more efficient at dinnertime. Cook the pasta in a blend of milk and broth. Then stir in some homemade sun-dried tomato pesto (or use store-bought as a shortcut) and finish off the dish with spinach. Everything cooks in the same pot, which means less dishwashing and, in less than half an hour, everyone will be served. Genius!
Wednesday: Mini Carrot Meatballs
Meatballs are a hit with kids and these, made with meat, carrots and leeks, are easy to prepare and will satisfy all expectations. As they can be frozen, you can prepare great quantities of them and even ask the young ones to put their little hands to work rolling a few of their own. Knowing that a meal they love awaits them, we’re sure they won’t mind helping out!
Thursday: Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup
It’s always a good idea to include at least one meal using leftovers or wilted veggies from the fridge in your weekly menu. Leftover chicken and rice waiting to be eaten? Carrots and celery taking up space in your crisper? This hearty soup is perfect for recovering everything, including a final touch of peppery arugula. A quick and easy recipe, simple to adapt and ideal for freezing: Who could ask for more?
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Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup
Friday: Salmon Burgers
We tend to use the barbecue less often at this time of year, but there’s still time to take advantage of it. In this recipe, chop up the salmon and mix it with breadcrumbs, egg and aromatics. Shape the mixture into patties and serve them with buns and a delicious caper mayonnaise. Each bite of these burgers will take you back to summer for a few moments.
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Salmon Burgers
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