Avocado Salad Fresh Avocado Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, and Lime Vinaigrette Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, diced 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Juice of 1 lime 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste Directions: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately for best freshness. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 180 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 4 servings #avocadosalad #freshsalads #summerrecipes #healthyavocadodish #quickandhealthy #vegetarianrecipes #glutenfreeeats #lowcarbside #avocadorecipes #healthylunchideas #easyavocadosalad #limevinaigrette #saladwithtomato #cucumberrecipes #cleaneating #freshflavors #plantbasedrecipes #wholesomeeats #nutritioussalads #vibrantfood 🥑🥒 Light, fresh, and full of flavor! This Avocado Salad with lime vinaigrette is the perfect 10-minute side for any meal. 💚🍅

Pesto Cream Sauce Velvety Pesto Cream Sauce with Fresh Basil and Parmesan Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/3 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought) Salt and pepper, to taste Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes Optional garnish: fresh basil leaves or extra Parmesan Directions: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add the basil pesto and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Serve warm over pasta, chicken, shrimp, or vegetables. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 260 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #pestocreamsauce #creamsauce #basilpesto #parmesansauce #quickdinners #easyrecipes #pastasauce #comfortfood #homemadegoodness #italiandishes #saucerecipes #garlicbutter #creamyflavors #cheesesauce #pastanight #lowcarbrecipes #saucelover #freshflavor #basilsauce #easysauces Whip up this velvety Pesto Cream Sauce in just 15 minutes! Perfect over pasta, grilled chicken, or roasted veggies. 🌿🧄🧀

Ground Chicken Caprese Italian-Inspired Ground Chicken with Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper to taste 2 large tomatoes, sliced 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add ground chicken, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat, until fully cooked and browned, about 8-10 minutes. Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter. Spoon the cooked ground chicken over the tomatoes and mozzarella. Sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Add red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over a bed of greens. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #groundchicken #capresesalad #italianrecipe #easydinner #freshingredients #healthyrecipes #mozzarella #basil #balsamicglaze #lowcarb #mealprep #weeknightdinner #quickmeals #proteinpacked #flavorful #comfortfood #simplemeals #homecooking #freshflavors #chickenrecipes Fresh, flavorful, and easy to make — this Ground Chicken Caprese is the perfect Italian-inspired dinner that comes together in minutes! 🍅🍗🧀