What are some easy dinners recipes?

Here are five easy dinner recipes that are quick to prepare and require minimal ingredients:

1. One-Pot Pasta:

- Ingredients: Pasta, vegetables (broccoli, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, etc.), garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

- Instructions: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, adding the vegetables halfway through the cooking time. Heat olive oil in a pan, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Add the cooked pasta and vegetables, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Serve immediately.

2. Chicken Stir-Fry:

- Ingredients: Chicken breast or thighs, vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, snow peas, etc.), soy sauce, cooking oil, garlic, and ginger.

- Instructions: Cut the chicken into strips. Heat oil in a wok or large pan, add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the chicken and cook until browned. Add the vegetables, stir-fry until softened. Season with soy sauce and stir to combine. Serve with cooked rice.

3. Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies:

- Ingredients: Salmon fillets, vegetables (broccoli, carrots, baby potatoes, etc.), olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon wedges.

- Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets and vegetables on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve with lemon wedges.

4. Veggie Quesadillas:

- Ingredients: Tortillas, cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.), vegetables (bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, etc.), and salsa.

- Instructions: Heat a large non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Place a tortilla on the pan, add cheese, vegetables, and salsa. Fold the tortilla in half and cook until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown. Serve with additional salsa and sour cream if desired.

5. Lentil Soup:

- Ingredients: Lentils, vegetable broth, vegetables (carrots, celery, onions, etc.), garlic, cumin, paprika, and salt.

- Instructions: Rinse the lentils and add them to a large pot with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the vegetables, garlic, cumin, paprika, and salt. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Serve with crusty bread or crackers.