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SEASONAL always wins. Protein-packed main dishes, pastas with personality, and salads that double as dinner. Best of all? 30 minutes in ONE pan. Bring on the FRESH.

Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Skewers on a plate.
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πŸ’š Meal Plan for June 22-28, 2026 πŸ’š

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...

Chicken Feta Pasta in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (June 8-14, 2026). DAY 1: Chicken Feta Pasta RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Asian BBQ Grilled Chicken RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Chili Fig Spread (30-Minute ONE-PAN) RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice with Chickpeas, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach (30 Minutes, One-Pot) RECIPE HERE DAY 6: Mongolian Beef: tender flank steak, veggies, homemade glossy...

Strawberry Peach Cake on a dark background.

Peach season only comes once a year - don't let it pass without making at least one of these 15 amazing summer peach desserts! You're one bite away from making this your best summer yet! These 15 peach desserts include crisps, cakes, cobblers, galettes, coffee cakes, dessert bars, and cheesecakes that look as good as they taste. Nothing tastes more like summer than fresh yellow peaches baked into warm, buttery desserts. All my best peach desserts in one convenient place - Let's dig in! πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘...

Sausage and Veggies Skillet with Corn, Zucchini, Bell Peppers - in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (June 1-7, 2026). DAY 1: Sausage and Veggies Skillet with Corn, Zucchini, Bell Peppers (30 Minute, One-Pan Meal) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Summer Tomato Soup with Cashews and Caramelized Onions RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Grilled Salmon (with Pineapple Tomato Avocado Salsa and Cilantro-Lime Rice) RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce (You can use fresh soft Mozzarella...

Baked Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo and Garlic-Butter-White-Wine Sauce in a bowl.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (May 25-31, 2026). DAY 1: Baked Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo (and Garlic-Butter-White-Wine Sauce) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce (15-Minute Meal) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Italian Wedding Soup (Beef + Pork Meatballs) RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Thai Chicken Curry (with sweet potato, bell pepper, green beans, and spinach) RECIPE HERE DAY 5: Turkish Pasta (with spiced ground beef tomato sauce, cool...

Greek Pasta Salad with tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese - in a white bowl.

To help you plan your summer cookout menu, I just spent half a day gathering my 45 best Memorial Day recipes and organizing them into categories like appetizers, salads, side dishes, grilled mains, desserts, and cocktails. This menu has everything! Start your cookout with crowd-pleasing appetizers like Mexican street corn dip or not-your-average puff pastry pigs in a blanket. Add fresh salads like strawberry-spinach salad, mango-avocado salad, or my most popular Greek pasta salad! You'll love...

Lemon Chicken Orzo in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (May 18-24, 2026). I also have a brand new summer dessert at the bottom! DAY 1: Lemon Chicken Orzo (30 Minute, One-Pan) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy (made with ground beef) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Sheet-Pan Maple Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus RECIPE HERE DAY 4: Lentil Soup (healthy, high-protein, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, fiber-rich) I cook it on the stovetop, and I've included...

Chicken Piccata Orzo with Spinach, Lemon, and Capers - in a cast iron skillet.

Here are my dinner recommendations (and salads!) for the upcoming week (May 11-17, 2026). DAY 1: Chicken Piccata Orzo with Spinach, Lemon, and Capers (30 Minute, One-Pan) RECIPE HERE DAY 2: Blackened Shrimp (20 Minutes, One-Pan. Serve it with pasta, rice, risotto, over salad, or roasted vegetables. Or, with tacos, burritos, or enchiladas) RECIPE HERE DAY 3: Chicken Shawarma Bowl (with turmeric rice, chickpeas, feta, homemade tzatziki, and a fresh tomato-cucumber salad) RECIPE HERE DAY 4:...

Chicken Enchilada Soup in a bowl.

I spent the last two days organizing and putting together this list. I know it’s a bit late since Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow, but this curated collection of 45 Best Mexican Recipes on my site covers everythingβ€”organized into 7 categories: Mexican-inspired Appetizers & Sides, Salads, Main Courses, Taco Recipes, Fajita Recipes, Desserts, and Cocktails. Not only can these recipes provide last-minute inspiration for Cinco de Mayo, but they also work as a go-to collection anytime you’re craving...