Quick & Easy Recipes

North Sea Shrimp Salad (Original Büsumer Krabbensalat)

18. April 2015 0

The inspiration for this recipe came from my regular strolls through the Isemarkt, Europe’s largest outdoor market. It's one of my favorite farmer's market...

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Sage

16. April 2015 0

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Sage: aasy eating at its best! This is one of those no nonsense recipes that is quick,...

Sicilian Roasted Eggplant & Cherry Tomatoes with Basil

15. April 2015 0

Italian “perlina” eggplants (aubergine) are very similar to the Chinese eggplant. They have a thinner skin and a sweeter, more delicate flavor. They also...

Asparagus and Mango Salad

14. April 2015 2

Here is a delicious green asparagus recipe -- an asparagus and mango salad. Green asparagus is tossed together with sweet mango, red chili, fresh...

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

12. April 2015 0

I have to proudly say, that these are delightful muffins! They are moist, tender, delicate, and bursting with lemon flavor and poppy seeds. Absolutely...

Koulouria Ravioli with Caramelized Onions, Oregano & Feta

10. April 2015 0

Caramelizing onions may sound like a lot of effort but really it’s not. It gives you a chance to get some other things done....

Roasted Cherry Tomato Salad with Artichokes and Bocconcini in a Lemon...

9. April 2015 0

Roasting tomatoes brings out their rich and sweet flavor, and in this salad, roasted cherry tomatoes are combined with artichokes, the tasty ones, the...

Wild Salad Greens & Herbs in a Lemon Dressing

7. April 2015 0

A good salad dressing makes even the simplest plate of greens memorable. Go wild and load up on a combination of wild greens, baby greens...

German Ham and Egg Noodles (Schinkennudeln)

3. April 2015 0

This is a super quick, super simple classic kid-centric German recipe. One that only requires scrounging a few staples together. Noodles. Eggs. Ham. It’s...

Tomato and Thyme Salmon

2. April 2015 0

This salmon recipe is full of wonderful Mediterranean flavors.Tomato, garlic, thyme and white wine. Splendid. Perfect if you are looking for a "quick and...

Spicy Asian Hotpot with Udon Noodles

30. March 2015 0

This is one of my all time favorite one-pot-meals and definitely a go-to dish when there's a time crunch. It's something you can get...

White Radish Salad with Apple, Fresh Dill & Pine Nuts

24. March 2015 0

Italian white radishes are a cool-season crop which grows best in spring and fall. They are a great addition to salads or, as in...

Oxheart Cabbage Coleslaw with Apple and Mango

23. March 2015 0

Oxheart cabbage is the one with the pointy head and my absolute favorite cabbage. Actually it’s the only cabbage I buy on a regular...

Pasta with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto and Fresh Sage

19. March 2015 0

Combined with the subtlety of pasta with oyster mushrooms and the delicate saltiness of prosciutto, this dish makes for an easy, elegant midweek meal...

Carrot Ribbon Salad with Cara Cara Oranges

18. March 2015 0

A salad is the perfect way to showcase heirloom carrots in all their beauty. They come in an amazing array of colors -- deep...

Braised Belgium Endive with Blood Oranges

16. March 2015 0

If you’re a lover of Belgium endive and it’s pleasantly bitter flavor, then you are in luck! You’ll love it braised and bathing in...

Sicilian-Style Romanesco with Capers and Lemon

13. March 2015 0

It may seem new to some of us, but actually romanesco has actually been around forever! Forever as in ages, ages as in 16th...

Winter Purslane Salad with Belgium Endive

6. March 2015 0

Here's a super salad dressing that makes even the simplest plate of greens memorable. Walnut oil lends the salad a light nutty flavor and blends...

Spinach Salad with Tahini-Dressing, Sumac Pita & Pomegranate

3. March 2015 0

Spinach Salad with Tahini-Dressing, Sumac Pita and Pomegranate. Introduce your taste buds to something tasty tonight! If you're not already familiar sumac, it's a...

Pesto 3-Ways

2. March 2015 0

Glorious Pesto. A marvel of simplicity, I love this Italian green gem. Fresh, versatile and more than just a sauce for pasta, it’s can...

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Quick and easy recipes for effortlessly delicious meals in 30-35 minutes (or less!)

Most of these recipes can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. Even the ones esimated to take 35 minutes (I estimate extra time for chopping since some of us are quicker than others). All of the these quick recipes are made with fresh ingredients, and prepared by scratch. That means there are no shortcuts using a microwave and no frozen pizza involved. So whether you are stretched for time, or the weather is too nice to spend time in the kitchen, here you will find lots of recipes that are tasty and healthy and even ones that will satisfy the whole family.

Fresh ingredients are the key to simple and tasty meals

The secret to a simple and tasty meal is fresh, high-quality ingredients. If you shop right, then you can easily conjure up many delicious dishes in a short amount of time. Which is why I love my weekly farmers market. That’s Elle Republic’s claim. It’s possible to eat delicious and healthy food without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. So let yourself be inspired and get started. Whether salads, stews, soups or curries. The choice is vast. I have put together recipes for you from many different countries around the world and interpreted new ones. There’s nothing wrong with combining Asian and Mediterranean food. Or Germany meets Jamaica. Everything is possible as long as it tastes good and, in this case, is done quickly. You’ll also find quick and easy recipe ideas for breakfast and snacks.  Have fun with these simple, healthy and tasty ideas!