Are you fast-paced, on the go, with little time to spare for long hours in the kitchen? A single serving meal may be your best bet. These quick, delicious, meal ideas for one will save you time, keep you nourished, perfect for those of you who are always on the move. The great news is that these recipes let you enjoy hearty and balanced meals in no time.
### Easy Spinach Ricotta Pasta
Pasta is always a good idea when you need a quick fix. This delightful combination of creamy ricotta cheese, fresh baby spinach, and pasta ticks all the boxes. You need:
– 1 cup pasta
– 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
– 1/2 cup baby spinach
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– salt and pepper to taste
Cook pasta according to pack instructions, then drain. In the same saucepan, heat olive oil then add spinach until wilted. Mix in the pasta, then add in the ricotta, stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper, and you’ve got yourself a healthy pasta dish in just 15 minutes.
### Jalapeno Tuna Cakes
For seafood lovers, these heart-healthy tuna cakes with a kick are sure to whet your appetite. Gather:
– 1 can (5oz) tuna, drained
– 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 jalapeno, deseeded and minced
– 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon mayo
– salt and pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients in a bowl, shape into two patties. Heat a pan with a bit of oil, cook patties over medium-high heat until golden on both sides. Enjoy this kicky, flavorful delicacy ready within 20 minutes.
### Skillet Chicken with Lemon and Dill
The great thing about chicken is its versatility. This entrée combines chicken, lemon, and dill into a refreshing, flavorful dish:
– 1 chicken breast
– zest and juice of half a lemon
– 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– salt and pepper to taste
In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat, season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides. Add the lemon juice, zest, and dill, lower the heat, cover, and let simmer until the chicken is cooked through. This 15-minute dish tastes like summer on a plate, any time of the year.
### Mushroom Frittata
Eggs aren’t just for breakfast; this mushroom frittata says so:
– 2 eggs
– 1/4 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
– 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon butter
– salt and pepper to taste
Preheat your broiler. Beat the eggs, salt, and pepper set aside. In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium heat, cook mushrooms until browned. Pour in the beaten eggs, sprinkle parmesan cheese and cook until the edges set. Shift to the broiler until top is set and cheese is melted. This quick, protein-rich dish is ready within 20 minutes.
### Sausage and Veggie Stir Fry
Stir fry dishes are fast, tasty, and perfect for one. Try this version with sausage and veggies:
– 1 smoked sausage link, sliced
– 1 cup stir-fry vegetables
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
– pepper to taste
In a stir fry pan or skillet, heat sesame oil, add garlic until lightly browned. Toss in vegetables and sausage slices, stir fry 5-6 minutes, add soy sauce, and a dash of pepper. Not only is this 15-minute dish quick, but it’s also packed with veggies for a balanced meal.
### Conclusion
Feeding yourself doesn’t always have to be time-consuming. With these quick and easy recipes, you can whip up tasty, nourishing dishes in no time, spend less time in the kitchen, and more on the things you love. So unwind and enjoy these meals made perfectly just for you, any day of the week.
