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Dinner Tonight: June 2014

May 01, 2014
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Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindi Shapiro
Serve up easy, delicious dinners every night (in 45 minutes or less!) with these healthy, family-friendly recipes.
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Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish

Credit: Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Impress guests with a stylish tropical supper that cooks in just 20 minutes. Tangy, spicy and fruity, this inviting recipe belies its simple preparation. Serve over coconut rice accompanied by a crunchy salad.


Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish Recipe

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Chicken and Couscous Salad

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Fonda Shaia

A great way to use leftover chicken, this 20-minute dinner salad uses quick-cooking couscous and lots of brightly flavored herbs.


Chicken and Couscous Salad Recipe

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Jerk-Spiced Shrimp

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark

Sweet, spicy, and definitely juicy, this shrimp recipe brings the flavor of the Caribbean from the grill to the table in no time. Serve a refreshing fruit salsa on the side to tame the fiery spice of the shrimp.


Jerk-Spiced Shrimp Recipe

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Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies

Credit: Photo: John Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Add pops of color to this 40-minute baked ziti with summer veggies like squash, zucchini, and tomato.


Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies Recipe

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Chicken Tacos with Mango-Avocado Salsa

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Your family will thank you when these chicken tacos hit the table. We left the seeds in the jalapeño for a spicy kick, but you can omit them if you prefer a mild salsa.


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Peppered Flank Steak and Salsa

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Serve a summery steak dinner tonight in just 30 minutes! Add a side of fresh veggies and plenty of crusty bread to round out the meal.


Peppered Flank Steak and Salsa Recipe

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Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Serve this easy but impressive meal with a green salad, garlic bread, and a crisp white wine.


Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo Recipe

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Barbecued Pork Chops

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Leigh Ann Ross

A simple 8-ingredient marinade, made with mostly pantry staples, brings out the vibrant flavor of these chops. Pair with kimchi-style slaw for a flavorful duo and a quick-cooking dinner solution.


Barbecued Pork Chops Recipe

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Greek Pasta with Meatballs

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley

This riff on spaghetti and meatballs uses rice-shaped pasta, ground lamb, and feta cheese for a delicious Greek-inspired supper that can be on your table in 40 minutes.


Greek Pasta with Meatballs Recipe

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Herbed Shrimp and White Bean Salad

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Shrimp is the star of this main course salad that is full of white beans, colorful veggies and topped with a lemon juice vinaigrette.


Herbed Shrimp and White Bean Salad Recipe

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Grilled Chicken with Gremolata

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Cover your basic grilled chicken with a zesty herb topping for an anything-but-average meal.
Grilled Chicken with Gremolata Recipe

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Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Indulge in the flavor of the Mediterranean with plump shrimp tossed with lemon and pepper and served over a bed of orzo.


Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi Recipe

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Tuscan Pork Kebabs

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark

Coming in at under 200 calories per serving, this colorful grilled summer dish is perfect for a light picnic on the patio.


Tuscan Pork Kebabs Recipe

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Blackened Cumin-Cayenne Tilapia

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Use your broiler to make already quick-cooking fish fillets an even speedier dinner option.


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Classic Steak House Filet Mignon

Credit: Howard L. Puckett; Melanie J. Clarke

This 10-minute dish uses the perfect combination of seasonings to turn an ordinary steak dinner into a memorable meal.


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Chicken Tostadas and Avocado Salsa

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry, Randy Mayor; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Chicken Tostadas are a snap to make for a busy weeknight meal. Keep the Avocado Salsa recipe on hand to use for a number of different dishes.


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Vegetarian Fried Rice

Credit: Oxmoor House

Bring a favorite takeout dinner packed with fresh veggies to the table in about 15 minutes.


Vegetarian Fried Rice Recipe

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Grilled Chicken Breast with Salsa

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Sweet watermelon perfectly complements the earthy spices—oregano, chili powder, and cumin— used to marinate juicy chicken breasts.


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Grilled Salmon with Roasted Corn Relish

Roasted corn and chiles gives cumin-spiced salmon a kick in a southwestern-inspired dish, ready in about 40 minutes. Serve with a mixed green salad to round out the meal.


Grilled Salmon with Roasted Corn Relish Recipe

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Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

This budget-friendly grilled skirt steak is quick and easy to make, whether it’s outdoors on the grill or indoors on a grill pan. Use balsamic vinegar to create a base for a fast and easy marinade made up of kitchen staples. For bolder flavor, marinate the steak for 24 hours. For a perfectly complemented meal, serve with Sautéed Baby Spinach and Tomato-Vidalia-Blue Cheese Salad. 


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Gazpacho with Shrimp

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark

Enjoy a cool summer soup with freshly cooked shrimp and a creamy avocado relish for a quick weeknight dinner.


Gazpacho with Shrimp Recipe

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Halibut with Spicy Mint-Cilantro Chutney

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley

Traditional Indian cuisine provides the theme for this speedy menu. A fiery sauce accompanies fish that's coated in a fragrant spice blend.


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Chicken-Orzo Salad with Goat Cheese

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

This delicious salad is ready in a snap thanks to rotisserie chicken and a four-ingredient vinaigrette.


Chicken-Orzo Salad with Goat Cheese Recipe

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Flank Steak with Asian Cucumber Salad

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Enjoy a quick steak dinner infused with fragrant Asian flavor. Spiced wonton chips that bake while the steak rests are an easy accompaniment.


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Gnocchi with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Pesto

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Give pasta a break and try gnocchi instead. The potato dumplings paired with fresh ingredients make for a healthy, comforting meal.


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Beef and Sugar Snap Stir-Fry

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Serve a veggie-laden stir-fry dinner that's ready in minutes. The best part? It cooks in one skillet, so clean up is a snap.


Beef and Sugar Snap Stir-Fry Recipe

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Spicy Basil Chicken

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

This top-rated, 20-minute stir-fry meal of Spicy Basil Chicken is the perfect solution for busy weeknights.


Spicy Basil Chicken Recipe

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Cobb Salad Pizza

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindi Shapiro

Add quick-cooking chicken cutlets and refrigerated pizza dough to a mix of fresh vegetables for a light and lovely meal.


Cobb Salad Pizza Recipe

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Snapper with Zucchini and Tomato

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayoy; Styling: Cindy Barr and Lindsey Lower

Lemon juice and rind brighten this 15-minute, warm-weather fish dinner for two.


Snapper with Zucchini and Tomato Recipe

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Summer Squash and Corn Chowder

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindi Shapiro

Enjoy a low-calorie soup in the summertime by making this satisfying chowder with the season's best produce. Top with cheese and bacon for kid appeal.


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    1 of 30 Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish
    2 of 30 Chicken and Couscous Salad
    3 of 30 Jerk-Spiced Shrimp
    4 of 30 Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies
    5 of 30 Chicken Tacos with Mango-Avocado Salsa
    6 of 30 Peppered Flank Steak and Salsa
    7 of 30 Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo
    8 of 30 Barbecued Pork Chops
    9 of 30 Greek Pasta with Meatballs
    10 of 30 Herbed Shrimp and White Bean Salad
    11 of 30 Grilled Chicken with Gremolata
    12 of 30 Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi
    13 of 30 Tuscan Pork Kebabs
    14 of 30 Blackened Cumin-Cayenne Tilapia
    15 of 30 Classic Steak House Filet Mignon
    16 of 30 Chicken Tostadas and Avocado Salsa
    17 of 30 Vegetarian Fried Rice
    18 of 30 Grilled Chicken Breast with Salsa
    19 of 30 Grilled Salmon with Roasted Corn Relish
    20 of 30 Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak
    21 of 30 Gazpacho with Shrimp
    22 of 30 Halibut with Spicy Mint-Cilantro Chutney
    23 of 30 Chicken-Orzo Salad with Goat Cheese
    24 of 30 Flank Steak with Asian Cucumber Salad
    25 of 30 Gnocchi with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Pesto
    26 of 30 Beef and Sugar Snap Stir-Fry
    27 of 30 Spicy Basil Chicken
    28 of 30 Cobb Salad Pizza
    29 of 30 Snapper with Zucchini and Tomato
    30 of 30 Summer Squash and Corn Chowder

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