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Chicken Arugula Salad with Pears, Goat Cheese, and Walnuts on a large platter.
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šŸ’š Meal Plan for August 17-23, 2026 šŸ’š

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (August 17-23, 2026). DAY 1 (NEW): Zucchini Rollatini with Spinach and Ricotta (just like lasagna but with zucchini)! Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Vegetarian RECIPE HERE DAY 2 (NEW): Chicken Arugula Salad with Pears, Goat Cheese, and Walnuts (with a very special dressing!) RECIPE HERE DAY 3 (NEW): Sausage Ragu Rigatoni (Make it in a crockpot, Instant Pot, or on the stovetop) RECIPE HERE DAY 4: One-Pan Creamy Chicken Orzo with...

hai Chicken Coconut Noodle Soup in a bowl.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (August 10-16, 2026). DAY 1: Thai Chicken Coconut Noodle Soup in 30 Minutes. Light Summer Soup. RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Shrimp Avocado Mango Salad RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Classic Beef Bourguignon (French Red-Wine Beef Stew). Made in Crockpot, Instant Pot, or Stovetop! RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Tomato Spinach Chicken Spaghetti RECIPE HERE DAY 5: My Lentil Soup is healthy, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, fiber-rich, and HIGH-PROTEIN!...

Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Corn and Feta

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (August 3-9, 2026). I also made 3 brand-new desserts (all no-bake summer desserts - they are at the bottom of this meal plan)! DAY 1: Mediterranean Salmon Orzo RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Grilled Flank Steak with Mango Avocado Salsa (serve with plain rice, coconut rice, or cilantro-lime black bean rice.) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Basil Pesto Tomato Mozzarella Chicken Bake RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Italian Sausage Pasta (with Spinach, Mushrooms,...

Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (July 27 - August 2, 2026). I also made 3 brand-new summer desserts (one with raspberries, one with fresh cherries, and one with lemon). See the desserts at the bottom of this meal plan! DAY 1: 30-Minute Ravioli with Corn, Zucchini, and Garlic Butter Sauce RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli (serve with plain rice, coconut rice, or cilantro-lime black bean rice.) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Grilled Chicken with...

Glazed Pork Chops with Peaches and Bourbon Glaze on a white platter.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (July 20-26, 2026). I have also made 2 brand new lemon desserts for the Summer (at the bottom of this newsletter!) DAY 1: Glazed Pork Chops with Peaches and Bourbon Glaze RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Pan-Seared Steak with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, Roasted Garlic, & Asparagus (use any cuts like flank, skirt steak, filet mignon, NY strip, ribeye) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: ONE-POT Creamy Parmesan Lemon Chicken Orzo with Spinach in 30 Minutes!...

Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce and Veggies

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (July 13-19, 2026). DAY 1: Asiago Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce and Veggies RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Stuffed Chicken Thighs with Spinach, Parmesan, and Ricotta Filling RECIPE HERE DAY 4 (NEW RECIPE): Marinated Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Caramelized Pineapple, Grilled Veggies, and Garlic Herb Butter RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Salmon Tacos with Mango...

Mexican Street Corn Dip appetizer in a bowl.

I’m doing something a little different this week from my usual meal plan. I had a busy weekend celebrating both the 4th of July and my husband's birthday (we went on a big boat trip, went e-foiling, and watched fireworks from the water), so I got a bit sidetracked and didn't put together my usual meal plan in time. Instead, I’m sharing the 10 most popular recipes on my site from the past 7 days. #1: My Most Requested Summer Orzo RECIPE HERE #2: Everybody loves this summer appetizer! Perfect...

Chicken with Peaches and Lemon-Honey Fresh Thyme Sauce in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (June 29 - July 5, 2026). DAY 1: Greek Chicken Orzo (30 Minutes, One-Pan) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Grilled Pork Chops and Mango Salsa RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Hungarian Mushroom Soup RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Greek Shrimp with Lemon Rice and Tzatziki RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Mushroom Sauce and Asparagus (you can use sirloin or other steak instead) RECIPE HERE DAY 6: Italian Sausage Spaghetti with Spinach (and...

Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Skewers on a plate.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (June 22-28, 2026). DAY 1: Creamy Salmon & Spinach Orzo (30 Minutes, One-Pan) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Skewers RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Italian Sausage Potato Soup with Spinach and Carrots RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Tuscan Shrimp Orzo with Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Artichokes RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Chicken Ravioli with Basil Pesto and Veggies RECIPE HERE DAY 6: Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Balsamic Plum Sauce (Only...

Cilantro-Lime and Black Bean Shrimp and Rice in a stainless steel pan.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (June 15-21, 2026). DAY 1: The Best Lemon-Garlic Chicken Pitas with Greek Yogurt Tzatziki, Tomato-Cucumber Salad, & Hummus RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Cilantro-Lime and Black Bean Shrimp and Rice (30-Minute, One-Pan Meal) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: One-Pan Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms, Spinach, and Basil Pesto RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Sheet-Pan Maple Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Salisbury Steak (Ground Beef...