Meal Plan // Week 7: Easy Mediterranean Dinners
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Easy Mediterranean Dinners
Weekly Dinner Meal Plan: Feb 11-15, 2019
From Italy to Greece, to Turkey, to the Middle East, these recipes are tasty and none take more than 20 minutes to make.
A hallmark of Mediterranean dishes is their deep flavor that derives from simple ingredients and are easy to prepare.
Which makes them perfect for weeknight dinners. Simple, fresh, and healthy.
It’s what’s for dinner this week.
Have a great week everyone!
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Week at a Glance
Monday: Classic Ribollita: Tuscan Bean Soup (Italy)
Tuesday: Chicken Shawarma (Middle East)
Wednesday: Lamb Chops with Farro, Arugula, and Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette
Thursday: Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo (Greece)
Friday: Superfast Kofte (Turkey)
Treat: Sweet Ricotta and Strawberry Parfaits
Monday: Classic Ribollita: Tuscan Bean Soup (Italy)
“Tuscan Bean Soup, otherwise known as Ribollita, is a 15th-century traditional fall and winter soup, brimming with seasonal superfoods like kale and squash.” It’s simple and perfectly defines Mediterranean cooking. Serve with an herbed, olive oil brushed flatbread.
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Tuesday: Chicken Shawarma (Middle East)
“This [20-minute] Chicken Shawarma recipe is going to knock your socks off! Just a handful of everyday spices makes an incredible Chicken Shawarma marinade that infuses the chicken with exotic Middle Eastern flavors.”
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Wednesday: Lamb Chops with Farro, Arugula, and Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette
“The ever-expanding variety of quick grains on the market, like the farro used here, makes incorporating whole grains into daily meals easier. Feel free to substitute brown rice if you can’t find farro.”
Thursday: Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo (Greece)
“Scallops are a great protein for superfast dishes, as their delicate tenderness is best served when cooked fast and hot. Sear the scallops while the orzo cooks and you can have dinner done in about 18 minutes. If you’re not a scallop fan, substitute large peeled shrimp, slices of pork tenderloin, or small filet mignon.”
Friday: Superfast Kofte (Turkey)
“A Turkish take on the mini-hamburger, these use tangy yogurt in place of cheese and pita instead of buns. They get their unique flavor from common pantry spices in an uncommon combination. The best part is how fast they cook―eight minutes is all you need for a meaty and satisfying dinner for four. Serve with hummus and extra pita for dipping.”
Treat: Sweet Ricotta and Strawberry Parfaits
Make ricotta cheese a sweet treat by mixing in honey, vanilla, and lemon zest. Layer it between fresh strawberries.”
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