Savor the flavors of summer with these easy, delicious dinner recipes that cook in just 15 minutes for nutritious, flavorful meals. These recipes are popular with our readers and have received at least a 4-star rating. To upgrade your dinner menu this week, try options like Green Goddess Salad with Chickpeas or Sausage, Mushroom and Pesto Grilled Pizza.
Black bean quinoa bowl
Photography: Carson Downing, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabe Greco
This black bean and quinoa bowl has many of the common characteristics of a taco salad, minus the deep-fried bowl: it’s piled high with pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, and avocado, and it also comes with an easy hummus dressing to drizzle on top.
Chickpea Green Goddess Salad
This cucumber, tomato, Swiss cheese and chickpea salad recipe uses avocado, buttermilk and herbs to create a healthy Green Goddess dressing that’s delicious served with grilled veggies.
Grilled sausage, mushroom and pesto pizza
Want to try making your own healthy sausage and mushroom pizza in your own backyard? All you need to make a pizza that rivals Neapolitan is a hot grill, store-bought pizza dough, and some easy-to-prepare ingredients.
Chickpea and quinoa grain bowl
Robbie Lozano
There are as many variations on grain bowls as there are stars in the sky, and it seems like there’s no wrong way to make one, but we like it classic and simple: hummus, quinoa, avocado, and lots of veggies.
Toaster oven quesadillas
We love finding new uses for kitchen tools and appliances, and these Toaster Oven Pepper and Avocado Quesadillas are the perfect example of an unexpected toaster oven hack that we love to share.
Quinoa Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This hearty vegan salad is packed with nutritious plant-based ingredients like chickpeas, quinoa and hummus, and the crunch of sunflower seeds and the unexpected flavour of roasted peppers add irresistible flavor.
Mixed greens with lentils and sliced apples
This salad with lentils, feta cheese and apples is a satisfying vegetarian main dish that you can whip up quickly for lunch. To save time, substitute canned drained lentils, but be sure to choose low-sodium varieties and rinse well before adding to the salad.
Salmon sushi rice bowl
This easy grain bowl recipe gives you the delicious taste of sushi without the hassle of rolling it, and it only takes 15 minutes to get this healthy dinner on the table or pack it for your work lunch.
Green Goddess Grain Bowl
This healthy grain bowl is loaded with veggies like peas, asparagus and a creamy yogurt dressing. The tofu adds a protein boost while still being vegetarian, but you can also substitute cooked shrimp or chicken for a satisfying dinner or portable lunch in just 15 minutes.
Herbed cod with roasted tomatoes
This Mediterranean-inspired 15-minute dish features cod flavored with oregano, thyme and paprika, while olives, capers and roasted cherry tomatoes add color and flavor to every bite.
Tomato Pants Namelto
Use tomatoes to make bread in this healthy low carb tuna melt recipe that uses vegetables instead of bread, saving you 23 grams of carbs and still getting a serving of veggies.
Baked potato topped with ham and broccoli
Spice up a simple baked potato with these easy to prepare microwave toppings.
Fruit, vegetable and cheese plate
This healthy fruit, veggie and cheese plate is an easy and affordable way to create a fun snack-style dinner at home, or pack it up and enjoy it as an outdoor picnic.
Chicken and quinoa salad
Transform simple prepared ingredients into delicious, high-fiber, protein-packed meals that will leave you feeling satisfied.
Roasted vegetable and quinoa salad
Quick and easy to make, this salad is packed with satisfying protein and fiber, making it the perfect lunch or easy one-dish dinner.
Spinach salad with tuna and olives
This tuna salad recipe is elevated by adding olives, feta cheese, and a tahini dressing. Served with baby spinach, it’s the perfect quick and light lunch or dinner.
Baked potatoes with marinara meat sauce
Swap your regular pasta for a simple and satisfying dinner for one with a baked potato.
Salmon salad sandwich
This salmon salad served with tangy pumpernickel bread makes an easy dinner, or you can double it for lunch the next day.
