Quick & Easy Recipes

35 Minutes or Less: Breakfast, Dinner & Beyond

Delicious, quick, and easy lunch and dinner recipes that are tasty but super-fast and simple to make. Here you will find many simple but tasty dishes for vegetarians and vegans and lots of seasonal recipe ideas that can be prepared quickly!

Salsiccia Pasta mit Paprika und Tomatensauce

Sausage and Peppers Pasta

This quick and easy Sausage and Peppers Pasta is the ultimate 35-minute comfort food. it’s a simple pasta recipe with serious flavour. Italian salsiccia...

Chickpea Salad with Carrots and Zucchini

There’s so much good going on here with this simple chickpea salad. Healthy, flavorful, filling and fast! The carrots and zucchini get julienned into...
Papaya Avocado Salad in a Sweet Papaya Seed Dressing

Papaya Avocado Salad in a Sweet Papaya Seed Dressing

Fruit is a great addition to any salad. Try pairing creamy, buttery papaya and avocado with crisp red pepper and romaine lettuce. Together with...
Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives

Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives

Summer was made for salads like this Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives. Mediterranean salads such as this simple vegetarian orzo...
Putenbrust in Parmaschinken eingepackt mit Zitrone und Salbei, Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Sage

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Sage: aasy eating at its best! This is one of those no nonsense recipes that is quick,...
Lachs-Kokos-Curry mit Spinat und Kichererbsen Rezept

Salmon Coconut Curry with Spinach and Chickpeas

Salmon Coconut Curry is a quick, easy and delicious fish curry recipe. It’s a mild and aromatic curry dish made with chickpeas, spinach, and...
Hazelnut Pesto

Hazelnut Pesto

I mean who could say no to creamy homemade hazelnut pesto made from fragrant roasted hazelnuts? The robust flavor of the roasted hazelnuts gets...
Buttermilch-Scones mit Cranberry

Cranberry Scones

This cranberry scones recipe is perfect during the holiday season when fresh cranberries are abundant, or anytime of year using frozen berries! Simply delicious,...
Asiatischer Brokkoli-Salat

Asian-Style Broccoli Salad

A simple asian-style broccoli salad tossed in a miso-infused dressing with crunchy toasted almonds. Simple Japanese ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar and shiro...
Mediterranean Orzo with Tuna, Artichokes, Parsley and Mint

Mediterranean Orzo with Tuna, Artichokes, Parsley and Mint

Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to infuse your table with the tastes of the Mediterranean. There is nothing more Mediterranean, than...
Gnocchi mit grünem Spargel und Erbsen

Gnocchi with Asparagus and Peas in Cream Sauce

Gnocchi with asparagus and peas in cream sauce is one of those weeknight dinners that feels effortless, but still a little special. Made with pillowy...
Römersalat Rezept mit Blauschimmelkäse Dressing, Speck, Cherrytomaten, Walnüsse

Romaine Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing 

This Romaine Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing is everything you want in a quick and flavourful salad: crunchy lettuce, crispy bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a...
Watermelon Salad with Feta, Cucumber, Avocado & Mint

Watermelon Salad with Feta, Cucumber, Avocado & Mint

Watermelon Salad with Feta, Cucumber, Avocado & Mint – a summer classic made with just a few ingredients and ready in less than 15...

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Three words come to mind here. I love these. Or better yet... to die for. Yes, healthy chocolate chip cookies that I am ready...
Griechische Hähnchenpfanne mit Tomaten, Feta & Oliven

Greek Chicken Skillet with Tomatoes, Feta & Olives

This Greek Chicken Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan meal packed with bold Mediterranean flavours. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then simmered in a...
Gerösteter Brokkoli mit Zitrone, Parmesan und Mandeln
 Rezept

Roasted Broccoli with Lemon, Parmesan & Almonds

A quick and easy recipe for roasted broccoli tossed in freshly squeezed lemon juice, parmesan cheese and toasted almonds. With just 5 ingredients (plus...
Canadian Buttermilk Pancakes

Canadian Buttermilk Pancakes

It makes me ridiculously happy to know to that a simple plate of traditional Canadian buttermilk pancakes can brighten up a Sunday morning. Not...
Blumenkohl-Steaks mit Tahini-Sauce und Kapern-Salsa

Cauliflower Steaks with Tahini & Caper-Herb Salsa

Cauliflower steaks make an impressive side dish — one that is highly versatile. Cauliflower is simply cut into “steaks”, brushed with olive oil and...
Beluga Linsen Salat mit Birne und Käse

Beluga Lentil Salad with Pear and Roquefort

This Beluga Lentil Salad with Pear, Roquefort, and Crispy Bacon is a delightful balance of savoury, sweet, and crunchy! It's an easy-to-make, elegant salad that’s ready...
Salsiccia Pasta Rezept mit Schwarzkohl und Balsamico

Salsiccia and Kale Pasta

Hey there, pasta lovers! Get ready to elevate your dinner game with this Salsiccia and Kale Pasta recipe. It’s a simple yet sensational dish...

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!