3 Dinner Recipes That Make Weeknights a Breeze

Looking for fast, flavorful, and family-approved meals that are ready in 30 minutes or less? Busy evenings don’t have to mean boring dinners! These three simple recipes are perfect for when you want something quick, customizable, and crowd-pleasing. 

1. Build-Your-Own Taco Bowls 

Ingredients: 

• 1 lb ground turkey or 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained) 
• 1 packet taco seasoning 
• 2 cups of cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice 
• 1 cup shredded lettuce 
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes 
• 1 cup canned corn, drained 
• 1 avocado, diced 
• ½ cup shredded cheese 
• ½ cup salsa 
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (optional healthy swap for sour cream) 

Directions: 

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey until browned, about 7–9 minutes. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water and simmer for 2–3 minutes. (If using black beans, heat them with taco seasoning and mix for a few minutes on the stove) 
2. Prepare rice according to package instructions. 
3. Set out toppings buffet-style and let everyone assemble their own bowl! 

2. Turkey Meatball Sliders 

Ingredients: 

• 1 lb lean ground turkey 
• 1 egg 
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning 
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 
• 1 cup marinara sauce of choice 
• 6–8 whole wheat slider buns or dinner rolls 
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella 

Directions: 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 
2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well and form into small meatballs. 
3. Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through. 
4. Warm marinara sauce in a saucepan and gently toss cooked meatballs in the sauce. 
5. Place meatballs into slider buns, top with mozzarella, and broil for 1–2 minutes until cheese melts. 

3. DIY Pita Pizzas 

Ingredients: 

• 4 (or number of your family size) small whole wheat pita rounds 
• ½ cup tomato sauce or pesto 
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 
• Your choice of toppings! Here are some ideas: 
• Sliced mushrooms 
• Bell peppers 
• Baby spinach 
• Cooked chicken 
• Black olives 
• Cherry tomatoes 

Directions: 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 
2. Lay pita rounds on a baking sheet. Spread each with 2 tablespoons of sauce. 
3. Top with cheese and your favorite toppings. 
4. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges are slightly crispy. 
5. Slice and serve! 

When dinners are simple and satisfying, weeknights run smoother. Keep these recipes in your rotation for flavorful meals that come together fast, no stress required!