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Colorful Mediterranean-style bowl with fresh vegetables
Reader favorite: Lemon Herb Salmon Bowls · 25 min · 420 cal · ★ 4.8 (312)

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Herb salmon plated with lemon

Lemon Herb Salmon Bowls

Prep 15 minCook 10 min420 calEasy★ 4.8(312)

Flaky salmon, grains, and greens with a bright lemon-dill dressing.

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Creamy pasta with chicken

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Prep 10 minCook 20 min510 calEasy★ 4.7(245)

One-pan comfort with seared chicken and fresh rosemary.

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Honey garlic chicken in a skillet

Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken

Prep 8 minCook 14 min380 calEasy★ 4.9(521)

Sticky, crisp, and ready fast — a weeknight favorite.

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Beef stew with vegetables

Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Prep 25 minCook 6 hr460 calEasy★ 4.9(689)

Tender beef, root vegetables, and a rich herb broth.

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Stack of pancakes with berries

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Prep 10 minCook 12 min290 calEasy★ 4.8(412)

Tall, tender pancakes with a golden edge.

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Slice of orange olive oil cake

Olive Oil Orange Cake

Prep 15 minCook 35 min320 calMedium★ 4.7(198)

Moist, fragrant, and lovely with tea.

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Mediterranean chickpea salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Prep 15 minCook 0 min310 calEasy★ 4.8(287)

Make-ahead friendly with lemon and herbs.

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Seared fish with greens

Pan-Seared Cod with Wilted Greens

Prep 10 minCook 12 min280 calEasy★ 4.6(154)

A lighter dinner with garlicky greens.

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Lemon Herb Salmon Bowls

Flaky salmon, fluffy grains, and crisp greens tossed in a bright lemon-dill dressing. Written for a standard stovetop — no special equipment required.

Salmon bowl with lemon and herbs

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb salmon fillet, skin-on, patted dry
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice)
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 cups cooked farro or brown rice, warm
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

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