10 More Recipes with 10 Ingredients or Less
Do you often find yourself unable to muster the energy to cook dinner? Did you recently plan an elaborate meal, only to order take-out instead? We’ve all been there — some days, cooking just seems like a chore. That’s why planning ahead is so important. In our house, Sundays are for meal planning. When creating our weekly menu, I make sure the majority of the recipes (1) can be whipped up in an hour or less and (2) don’t contain too many ingredients. For me, having too many things to chop is almost a guarantee I won’t follow through with dinner.
I shared the list “10 Recipes with 10 Ingredients or Less” with you back in March. Now, here are ten MORE recipes featuring ten ingredients or less! From French Bread Pizzas to Hummus Quesadillas to a creamy vegan Fettuccine Alfredo, this list contains something for everyone. Enjoy!
FRENCH BREAD MARGHERITA PIZZAS
Simple ingredients like marinara sauce, mozzarella pearls, red onions and fresh basil make these French Bread Margherita Pizzas absolutely sing. The best part? The pizzas are ready in less than 20 minutes! When you’re in need of a delicious homemade meal but have less time than an episode of “Parks & Recreation,” then these French Bread Margherita Pizzas are for you.
CRUSTLESS LEEK & BROCCOLI QUICHE
This Crustless Leek & Broccoli Quiche is the perfect thing for weekend mornings! It's loaded with leeks, broccoli, garlic and peas and is topped with creamy mozzarella cheese. It's 100% vegetarian and gluten-free, too! Drizzle with your favorite hot sauce and enjoy.
ELOTES PIZZA WITH AVOCADO CREMA
Elotes Pizza with Avocado Crema is the perfect summertime dish. Creamy, roasted corn + fresh & tangy avocado crema are paired with red onions + two types of cheese to create a complex yet easy-to-throw-together concoction. Pair with your favorite salsa verde for dipping!
HUMMUS QUESADILLAS
Hummus + quesadillas = the best of both worlds. This recipe combines unique ingredients (for a quesadilla, at least) like kalamata olives and sundried tomatoes with mozzarella, a traditional 'dilla cheese. The result is tangy and oh-so-satisfying — plus, it’s incredibly easy to throw together.
CAULIFLOWER FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH PEAS & ASPARAGUS
Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus & Peas is what vegan dreams are made of. In addition to cauliflower, the creamy sauce features roasted garlic, plant-based milk, vegan Parmesan and some herbs and spices. This is one vegan pasta dish you won't want to miss!
CHIPOTLE VEGGIE BEAN TAQUITOS
Disclaimer: this photo 100% does not do these Chipotle Veggie Bean Taquitos justice. The taquito filling consists of pinto beans + queso fresco mixed with a simple sauce of a roasted poblano pepper, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, onion and garlic. Equal parts spicy and roasty, the taquitos have a killer flavor and are guaranteed to be quickly devoured.
EASY PEA CURRY
This easy vegan Pea Curry is one of the simplest Indian-style dishs you can make. Serve it with basmati rice or quinoa, plus optional naan for dipping. It’s loaded with veggies and plant-based protein, and coconut milk adds richness and creaminess. If you’re a lover of peas, you’ve got to try this dish!
CREAMY SPINACH PASTA WITH CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Trying to add more greens into your diet? Do it the easy way: with pasta! This Creamy Spinach Pasta with Crispy Brussels sprouts features a velvety, spinach-packed plant-based sauce and is topped with roasted/shredded Brussels for a satisfying crunch. It might sound weird, but give it a try and I guarantee you'll be pleasantly surprised!
BROCCOLINI MELT WITH ROMESCO SAUCE
This sandwich is inspired by a dish which was briefly on the lunch menu at Oklahoma City restaurant Kitchen No. 324 in spring 2018. A simple open-face sandwich, it combines grilled broccolini with gruyere cheese and romesco sauce to create an incredibly flavorful concoction. Goes great with tomato soup!
BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKED POTATO
Everybody loves baked potatoes, and everybody loves broccoli cheddar soup — so why not combine them into one amazing dish? Y'all, this cheese sauce is to die for. Might as well serve it with a straw and call it a day. And if you choose to microwave the potatoes instead of oven baking them, this dish can be ready in...ohh...about 20 minutes.
