Salad recipes

12/28/2025

Protein Power Breakfast Plate 🍳🥦
Start your day with this clean and colorful protein-packed breakfast plate featuring smoked salmon toast, a perfectly fried egg, fresh steamed broccoli, and sweet cherry tomatoes. It’s light, energizing, and loaded with healthy fats and fiber to keep you fueled all morning. Fit food never looked so good!

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

1 slice multigrain or rye bread

2 tbsp cream cheese

2–3 slices smoked salmon

1 large egg

½ cup steamed broccoli

3–4 cherry tomatoes, halved

1 tsp olive oil or non-stick spray

Pinch of dried parsley or herbs (optional)

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Toast & Assemble: Toast the bread, spread cream cheese on top, then layer on smoked salmon slices.

Steam Broccoli: Steam broccoli until tender but still bright green (about 4–5 minutes).

Cook Egg: Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Crack the egg in and fry until whites are set and yolk is still runny (or to your liking).

Plate It Up: Arrange everything on a plate — toast, steamed broccoli, fried egg, and halved cherry tomatoes.

Finish & Garnish: Sprinkle herbs over the egg or the full plate for that final chef’s touch.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 7 min
Total Time: 12 min
Servings: 1
Kcal: ~350

12/28/2025

Lemon Butter Salmon Dinner
this Recipe
Ingredients:
4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 lemon (zested and juiced)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
1 cup asparagus, trimmed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Preparing the Salmon

12/26/2025

Hot Cheesy Shrimp Dip with Garlic Toast 🧀🍤
Melty, creamy, and totally crave-worthy party snack gold!

📝 Ingredients:

For the Shrimp Dip:

1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped (reserve a few whole for topping)

1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened

½ cup sour cream

½ cup mayo

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup shredded Parmesan

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ tsp onion powder

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 tbsp chopped chives (plus extra for garnish)

Pinch of red chili flakes (optional for heat)

For the Garlic Toast:

1 baguette, sliced

2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

1 garlic clove, halved

🍽️ How to Make It :

1️⃣ Mix That Creamy Base:

In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, and seasonings. Stir until smooth and creamy—this is the melty cheese bomb your snack spread dreams of!

2️⃣ Fold in the Shrimp & Chives:

Mix in chopped shrimp and chives until evenly combined. This cheesy seafood dip is about to be your new go-to appetizer hit!

3️⃣ Bake to Bubbling Perfection:

Spoon mixture into a small baking dish, top with reserved whole shrimp, and a sprinkle of extra cheese. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until golden, bubbly, and hot—this is where that scoopable comfort comes alive!

4️⃣ Toast That Garlic Bread:

Brush baguette slices with olive oil or melted butter. Toast in oven or skillet until golden, then rub lightly with cut garlic for the ultimate flavor-packed dipper. It's a snack attack essential!

5️⃣ Garnish & Serve:

Sprinkle hot dip with extra chives and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve with warm garlic toast for dipping, and watch it disappear fast—it’s a crowd-pleaser every time!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Serving: 6
Calories: ~370 per serving | Protein: ~20g per serving

12/26/2025

Roast & Crunch Power Plate 🍗🥦🥕

This vibrant, protein-loaded plate brings all the good stuff! We’ve got juicy roasted chicken and potatoes, crunchy shredded carrot slaw with corn, steamed broccoli, and perfectly boiled eggs. It’s balanced, filling, and packed with flavor and texture—clean eating, done right! 💥

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

2 pieces roasted chicken (drumstick or thigh)

1/2 cup roasted potato wedges

1/2 cup shredded carrots

2 tbsp corn kernels (fresh or canned)

1/2 cup steamed broccoli florets

2 hard-boiled eggs, halved

Olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder (for seasoning)

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Roast chicken & potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder at 400°F (200°C) for 35–40 mins or until golden and tender.

Steam broccoli until just tender but still bright green (about 4–5 mins).

Shred carrots and mix with corn. Add a pinch of salt and lemon juice if desired.

Boil eggs for 10 mins, peel and halve.

Assemble plate: roasted items on one side, veggies and eggs on the other for perfect macro balance.

Optional: finish with a drizzle of olive oil or your favorite light dressing.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Calories: ~530 kcal
Servings: 1

12/25/2025

12/25/2025

🥑 Brunch Plate with Shrimp Toast & Egg Bacon Stack

Ingredients:

1 slice bread or toast 🍞

1 fried egg 🍳

2 slices bacon 🥓

½ avocado, mashed 🥑

5–6 cooked shrimp 🦐

1 cheese slice 🧀

Fresh fruits: strawberries, blueberries, grapes 🍓🫐🍇

½ cup yogurt + granola + fruits for the side bowl 🍯

Instructions:

Toast your bread lightly.

For the shrimp toast: spread avocado, top with scrambled eggs and shrimp.

For the bacon stack: layer cheese, bacon, and top with a fried egg.

Serve with yogurt bowl and fresh fruits on the side.

Enjoy with a cup of coffee or latte ☕💛

12/25/2025

Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Creamy Mash & Glazed Carrots 🥔🥕🔥
Comfort food done right. Juicy oven-roasted chicken drumsticks with golden skin, buttery mashed potatoes, and tender carrots coated in savory pan juices. Simple, cozy, and straight-up soul food energy.

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the Chicken:

4 chicken drumsticks

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp dried thyme

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Mashed Potatoes:

3 medium potatoes, peeled & cubed

2 tbsp butter

¼ cup warm milk

Salt, to taste

Glazed Carrots:

10–12 baby carrots

1 tbsp butter

Salt & pepper

Pan Sauce (optional but clutch):

Chicken drippings from the pan

2–3 tbsp chicken broth

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Roast the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss drumsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast for 40–45 minutes, turning once, until golden and juicy.

Mash the Potatoes: Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain, mash with butter and warm milk, season to taste.

Cook the Carrots: Sauté carrots in butter over medium heat until tender and glossy. Season lightly.

Make Pan Sauce: Add chicken broth to roasting pan, scrape up browned bits, and simmer briefly.

Plate It Up: Serve chicken with mash and carrots, spooning pan juices over everything like a boss.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hour
Kcal: ~620 per plate
Servings: 2

12/25/2025

🐟🥔 Salmon Dinner Plate
Ingredients:
Salmon fillet, potatoes
asparagus, avocado
Recipe in First Coʍmеոτ

12/25/2025

🥑 Grilled Chicken Salad Bowl with Guacamole, Corn & Crunchy Veggies 🌽🍅

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: ~520 per serving

🛒 Ingredients:
For the Chicken:

2 boneless chicken breasts

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Bowl:

1 ripe avocado

Juice of 1/2 lime

Salt & chili flakes to taste

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)

1/2 cucumber, sliced

3 cups mixed salad greens or romaine lettuce

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

Season and cook chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or sear in a pan over medium heat for 6–7 mins per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.

Make guacamole: Mash avocado with lime juice, salt, and a pinch of chili flakes. Set aside.

Prep the veggies: Slice cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and rinse your salad greens.

Assemble the bowl: In a wide dish or bowl, arrange salad greens as the base. Add sliced chicken, corn, cucumber, tomatoes, and guacamole neatly in sections.

Finish with flair: Sprinkle extra chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately or chill for later.

12/25/2025

Sautéed Mushroom & Spinach Power Salad 🥚🍄

This vibrant, hearty salad is meat-free but loaded with flavor! Sautéed mushrooms bring the umami, while juicy cherry tomatoes and jammy eggs add brightness and protein. Built on a bed of fresh baby spinach, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a clean eating reboot!

🛒 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

4 cups baby spinach

1 cup sliced mushrooms (white or cremini)

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved, mix of red and yellow)

2 boiled eggs (medium or soft-boiled)

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette or lemon juice

🔥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Sauté the Mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until golden and tender.

Boil the Eggs: Bring water to a boil, gently lower in eggs, and boil for 8–9 minutes. Cool under cold water and peel.

Assemble the Salad: In a bowl, layer baby spinach. Top with sautéed mushrooms, sliced cherry tomatoes, and halved boiled eggs.

Finish: Add a crack of fresh pepper and drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette or a squeeze of lemon.

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 mins
🔥 Cooking Time: 10 mins
⏳ Total Time: 20 mins
📊 Kcal: ~280 per serving
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Servings: 2

12/22/2025

Smoked Salmon & Avocado Breakfast Plate ✨🍅

This plate is brunch goals, no cap. Creamy smashed avocado on toast with capers, silky smoked salmon, sunny-side eggs with jammy yolks, and fresh tomatoes to keep it bright. It’s classy, filling, and feels café-level without leaving the crib.

🛒 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the Eggs & Salmon:

2 large eggs

1 tsp olive oil or butter

Salt & black pepper to taste

Paprika or chili flakes (optional)

3–4 slices smoked salmon

For the Avocado Toast:

1 ripe avocado

2 slices whole-grain or sourdough toast

1 tsp lemon juice

Salt & black pepper

1 tsp capers

Extras:

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped

🔥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Smashed Avocado:
Mash avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy but chunky. Spread generously on toast and top with capers.

Cook the Eggs:
Heat oil or butter in a pan. Fry eggs sunny-side up until whites are set and yolks stay runny. Season lightly.

Plate the Salmon:
Gently fold smoked salmon slices and place between eggs and toast.

Finish:
Add fresh tomatoes on the side and sprinkle everything with cracked black pepper. Optional drizzle of olive oil if you’re feeling extra.

⏱️ Prep Time: 5 mins
🔥 Cooking Time: 5 mins
⏳ Total Time: 10 mins
📊 Kcal: ~420 per serving
🍽️ Servings: 1

12/22/2025

🍝 Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Fettuccine 🥦🧄

Comfort food at its finest with juicy grilled chicken and velvety Parmesan sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: ~650 kcal

🛒 Ingredients:

🍗 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

🧂 Salt & pepper, to taste

🛢️ 1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)

🍝 300g fettuccine pasta

🥦 2 cups broccoli florets

🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced

🧈 2 tbsp butter

🥛 1 cup heavy cream

🧀 ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

🌿 Optional: extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 10 minutes). In the last 2–3 minutes, add broccoli to the pot to blanch. Drain and set aside.

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill or sear in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side, until fully cooked and nicely charred. Slice into strips.

Make the Alfredo sauce: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

Add cream to the skillet, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese. Cook until thickened and smooth, about 3–4 minutes.

Combine pasta and broccoli with the sauce. Toss well to coat evenly.

Top with grilled chicken, sprinkle with extra Parmesan and pepper, and serve immediately.

🔄 Variations & Tips:

Use rotisserie chicken for a faster version.

Add a pinch of nutmeg or lemon zest for extra depth in the sauce.

Swap heavy cream for half-and-half to lighten it up.

Use gluten-free pasta if needed.