Recipes for light and delicious dishes suitable for all times

In the world of cooking, the magic lies in simplicity, as simple and light dishes can provide a delicious and nutritious taste. If you are looking for healthy and quick options, or want to add a touch of distinction to break times or gatherings, then recipes for light and delicious dishes are the perfect solution. From light appetizers that can be eaten between meals, to main dishes that combine delightful taste and beneficial nutrients, there are many options that can be prepared easily.

In this collection of recipes, we review various options ranging from fresh salads, snacks, and appetizers that add a touch of beauty to your table, so that you are always ready to serve delicious and delicious food to everyone around you.

1. Thyme cheese balls recipe

the components:

• 2 cups cream cheese

• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese

• 1 teaspoon thyme

• Half a teaspoon of salt

• Half a teaspoon of black pepper

• Chopped nuts (for garnish)

Method:

1. Mix the cream cheese and cheddar cheese with thyme, salt and black pepper until combined.

2. Shape the mixture into small balls.

3. Pass the balls in the chopped nuts to cover them completely.

4. Place the balls in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.

2. Vegetable samosa recipe

the components:

• Ready-made samosa dough

• 1 medium potato, cut into small cubes

• 1 medium carrot, grated

• 1 cup frozen peas

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 minced garlic cloves

• 1 teaspoon turmeric

• Half a teaspoon of cumin

•          salt and pepper as needed

•          frying oil

Method:

1. In a frying pan, heat a little oil, add the onion and garlic, and stir until they soften.

2. Add potatoes, carrots and peas and stir for 5 minutes.

3. Add turmeric, cumin, salt and pepper and stir for two minutes.

4. Stuff the samosa dough with the mixture and wrap it tightly.

5. Fry the samosas in hot oil until they become golden.

3. Chicken and avocado tortilla wraps recipe

the components:

• 2 grilled chicken breasts, cut into slices

• 1 avocado, sliced

• 1 tomato, cut into slices

• Lettuce leaves

• 4 tortilla loaves

• Ranch dressing or any favorite sauce

Method:

1. Place a piece of tortilla on a flat surface.

2. Spread it with a little ranch sauce.

3. Place chicken slices, avocado, tomatoes, and lettuce in the center of the tortilla.

4. Roll the tortilla tightly and cut it in half.

5. Serve immediately or put it in the refrigerator to be ready to eat later.

4. Avocado salad recipe with vegetables

the components:

• 1 cut Avocado 

• 1 cube cut option

• 1 tomato cut into cubes

• Half a chopped red onion

• 1 red pepper, cut into cubes

• 1 avocado, cut into cubes

• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

• Lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

•          salt and pepper as needed

Method:

1. In a large bowl, mix the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, red pepper, avocado, and parsley.

2. Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper.

3. Stir the ingredients well until combined.

4. Serve the salad cold.

5. Beetroot hummus recipe

the components:

• 1 can of chickpeas (400 grams), drained and washed

• 1 cooked and peeled beetroot

• 2 tablespoons tahini

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 garlic clove

•          Salt, to taste

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• Water as needed

Method:

1. In an electric blender, place the chickpeas, beets, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.

2. Mix the ingredients until smooth.

3. Add olive oil and mix again.

4. If the mixture is too thick, add a little water until you get the desired consistency.

5. Serve hummus with pieces of bread or vegetables.

6. Mini eggplant pizza recipe

the components:

• 1 large eggplant, cut into slices

• 1 cup pizza sauce

• 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

• 1 tomato, cut into slices

•          olive oil

•          Salt and Pepper

• Fresh basil for garnish

Method:

• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

• Place the eggplant slices on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

• Bake the eggplant in the oven for 15 minutes or until tender.

• Take the tray out of the oven and put pizza sauce on each eggplant slice.

• Add tomato slices and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.

• Bake it again in the oven until the cheese melts and turns golden.

• Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

7. Chicken lettuce wraps recipe

the components:

• 2 grilled chicken breasts, cut into slices

• 1 grated carrot

• 1 cucumber, cut into thin slices

• 1 red pepper, thinly sliced

• Large lettuce leaves

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Method:

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce with lemon juice and sesame oil.

2. Place the chicken slices, carrots, cucumber and red pepper in the sauce and let them marinate for 10 minutes.

3. Put a spoonful of the mixture in each lettuce leaf and wrap it tightly.

4. Serve immediately.

 

Enjoy trying these delicious and light recipes!