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Delicious & Healthy Recipes too kickstart Your Week
Looking for easy and delicious recipes to brighten up your week? You’ve come to the right place! We’re sharing two fantastic options – a vibrant Prawn & Broccoli Stir-fry and flavourful Spicy Greek-style meatballs. Both are packed with goodness and won’t keep you in the kitchen all day. Let’s dive in!
Prawn & Broccoli Stir-fry – A Rapid & Nutritious Meal
This stir-fry is a fantastic way to get your protein and veggies in one go. It’s light, fresh, and incredibly easy to customize. Perfect for a busy weeknight!
Serves: 2
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
200g prawns, peeled and deveined
1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
1 red pepper, sliced
2 tbsp water
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Cauliflower rice, to serve
Instructions:
- heat a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. add a little oil and sauté the garlic until softened.
- Add the broccoli, pepper, and water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook for two to three minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Increase heat to medium-high. Add the prawns and season with salt and pepper. cook for three to four minutes until the prawns are cooked through – you’ll know they’re ready when they turn pink and opaque.
- Stir in the lemon juice and parsley. Serve immediately over cauliflower rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Why we love it: This recipe is a winner because it’s so versatile. Feel free to swap out the broccoli and pepper for your favorite vegetables. Snap peas,carrots,or mushrooms would all work beautifully. Plus, using cauliflower rice keeps things light and low-carb!
Spicy Greek-style Meatballs – A Flavourful delight
Thes meatballs are bursting with Mediterranean flavours! The blend of spices creates a warm and inviting aroma, and they’re surprisingly easy to make.
Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Ingredients:
600g ground lamb
15g coriander, finely chopped
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp coriander (ground)
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference!)
½ tsp sea salt
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, coriander, cumin, turmeric, paprika, ground coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and sea salt. Get your hands in there and really mix everything together well.Roll the mixture into approximately 1.5-inch balls.
- Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook for six to eight minutes, turning frequently to brown all sides. Flip the meatballs and continue to cook for another six to eight minutes, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink inside.
- Serve these delicious meatballs with your favourite vegetables or a fresh side salad. A dollop of Greek yogurt adds a lovely cooling touch!
Spice it up (or down!): Don’t be afraid to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste. If you prefer a milder flavor, start with ¼ tsp and add more if needed. For a real kick, you could even add a pinch of chilli flakes!