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21 Simple, Quick, & Easy Meals
All tagged Cherry Tomatoes
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Rice with Capers (Vegan, GF) is a flavor powerhouse, and could not be easier to make! Simply roast the peppers and tomatoes, toast and cook the brown rice with garlic, garnish with capers and spring onions and voila! Dinner (or the perfect side dish) is served 😊 This dish makes great leftovers and meal prep easy! It’s perfect for a quick lunch, since it can be enjoyed room temperature, cold, warm, or hot.
I love a good pasta salad, and this recipe for Anti-inflammatory Pasta Salad is GREAT! It’s one of those super simple meals that feels incredibly satisfying and nourishing. Packed with antioxidants from the colorful array of veggies, along with the fiber and plant-based protein, this Anti-inflammatory Pasta Salad is designed to keep you both satisfied and feeling healthy. It’s the perfect meal prep recipe for lunches and dinners, since it lasts all week in the fridge. Bring to any picnic or outdoor event, too!
Serves: 6
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
What (your ingredients):
1 box spinach fusilli
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Freshly cracked black pepper (~1/4 teaspoon)
1 zucchini
1 pint cherry tomatoes
12 sweet peppers
How (your directions):
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt (enough that the water tastes like the ocean) and add your pasta. Boil according to package instructions, about 9 minutes.
Meanwhile, add olive oil, vinegar, salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper to a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
Slice zucchini into small pieces, cherry tomatoes in half, and dice the sweet peppers. Add to the vinaigrette and stir to combine.
When pasta is finished cooking, strain and add pasta to the vegetables. Stir until evenly combine.
Enjoy immediately, room temperature, or store in the fridge in an airtight container for 5 days.
Why (the science): There’s a reason I often remind you to eat the rainbow! Each veggie color represents different antioxidants and phytochemicals that keep your immune system strong and you feeling your best 😊
This salad is so yummy and refreshing, and full of heart healthy fats to keep you full! And it only takes 5 minutes and 7 easily accessible ingredients to quickly slice, assemble, and drizzle 😊
Serves: 1
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
What (your ingredients):
2 cups butter lettuce and radicchio (I use a prewashed mix from Trader Joe’s)
10 cherry tomatoes
½ small ripe avocado
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar (the older, the sweeter)
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of Crazy Jane’s Mixed Up Salt (or any seasoned salt- this one is a blend of garlic, onion, salt, and spices)
How (your directions):
Onto a large plate, place the 2 cups of butter lettuce and radicchio blend.
Slice cherry tomatoes in half lengthwise, then distribute evenly on top of the lettuce.
Slice a small, ripe avocado in half. Using the half without the pit (save the half with the pit, covered, in the fridge for another time), remove the skin. Place halved avocado cut-side down onto cutting board, then slice thinly. Fan the avocado slices and place in the center of the salad.
Sprinkle hemps seeds over the salad, then drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Season to taste with a pinch of salt or seasoned salt.
Enjoy immediately!
Why (the science): Hemp seeds are a rich source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. You can sprinkle hemp seeds on savory dishes (from salads to pastas to soups) and sweet dishes (top a smoothie or bowl of oatmeal for added crunch).
Serves: 1
Prep time: 2 minutes (30 minutes soaking cashews)
Cooking time: 2 minutes
What (your ingredients):
3 tablespoons malt-o-meal
Pinch each of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup water
8 cherry tomatoes
½ small avocado or ¼ large avocado, diced
4-6 basil leaves
How (your directions):
Add malt-o-meal, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, mozzarella cheese, and water into bowl.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Add cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and basil leaves.
Enjoy hot!
Why (the science): Tomatoes are 95% water and are contain potassium, an electrolyte which helps lower blood pressure.
Strawberry Pepper Gazpacho is sweet with a kick! The strawberries balance the spiciness of the jalapeno, and the peppers add body and texture to this bountiful summer soup. I poured my gazpacho into two clean pasta sauce jars, making these the perfect grab-and-go meals or afternoon snacks. Because it can be enjoyed cold or room temperature, strawberry pepper gazpacho can be enjoyed anywhere, be that work, school, outdoor festival, or picnic!
Serves: 2
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
What (your ingredients):
1 lb. strawberries, rinsed (keep the green stems on!)
1 yellow pepper
1 orange pepper
6-8 small tomatoes
1 jalapeno, veins and seeds removed
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
How (your directions):
Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until almost smooth but leaving a little texture.
Serve immediately or keep in the fridge for 4 days.
Enjoy!
Why (the science): With colors like orange, yellow, and red, this soup is truly overflowing with vitamin C and antioxidants 😊
*Recipe updated from Purple Carrot
If you can boil water, you can cook spelt berries! This whole grain dates back thousands of years to ancient civilizations and lucky for us, spelt is gaining more popularity. Because of their wonderful nutty texture and flavor, spelt berries can be enjoyed in both sweet and savory recipes. Try this savory salad for a refreshing summer meal!
