Because 30 Minutes is All You’ve Got (and That’s All You Need)

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No time to spare? No problem. Whether you’re starting your day with Super Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes (1 Bowl!), making a quick lunch like Crispy Baked Tacos with Pineapple Salsa, or preparing a dinner like 30-Minute Caprese Chicken, these recipes are your new best friends. From the savory goodness of Lamb Ragu to the vibrant Lemony Arugula Salad with Crispy Shallot, these dishes all come together in 30 minutes or less. Need something sweet to finish it off? Dive into the Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl for a decadent treat. There’s no reason you can’t eat well and fast!

Lamb Ragu

lamb ragu.
Photo credit: The Big Man’s World

This Lamb Ragu is the ultimate quick-and-tender sauce, ready in under 30 minutes! Toss it with pasta for a dinner that’s hearty, rich, and totally satisfying.
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5-Ingredient Buckwheat Crepes

Plate with a fork and three Vegan Buckwheat Crepes topped with fresh fruit
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

For those lazy weekend mornings, 5-Ingredient Buckwheat Crepes are your new go-to. Think of them as the breakfast burrito’s cooler cousin—packed with endless filling options and all made in a flash!
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30-Minute Caprese Chicken

A plate of Caprese chicken topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, and balsamic glaze. One piece is sliced. The dish is garnished with fresh basil and accompanied by a small salad of mixed greens and cherry tomatoes. A fork and knife are on the plate.
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This Baked Caprese Chicken is everything you crave—fresh, flavorful, and ready in just under 30 minutes, all in one pan. Perfect for a busy night when you still want to impress your taste buds!
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Creamy Pesto Pasta

Creamy pesto pasta in a pot, ready to be served and enjoyed.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

This Pesto Alfredo Fettuccine with broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes is the creamy, herby goodness you didn’t know you needed—ready in 30 minutes or less! A rich, flavorful sauce that’s quick enough for a weeknight, but fancy enough for any day.
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Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Grabbing a bite of our Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with fresh berries and banana
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This Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is a dream come true—just 7 ingredients, 30 minutes, and 1 pot for a deliciously simple start to your day! Healthy, rich, and ready in no time.
Get the Recipe: Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Chicken Curry

Overhead image of Chicken Curry over rice in a bowl, with a fork on the side.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Whip up the Best Chicken Curry in just 30 minutes with only one pot! Full of bold flavors and perfectly spiced, this dish is a one-pan wonder you’ll want to make again and again.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Curry

Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce

Presenting a delicious Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce
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This Salmon with Dill Sauce and Asparagus is a sheet-pan dream! Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, delicious dinner that practically cooks itself.
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Super Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes (1 Bowl!)

Pouring maple syrup onto a stack of fluffy gluten-free pancakes
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

Get ready to flip these Super Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes (1 Bowl!)—they’re light, fluffy, and a breeze to make in just 25 minutes with only one bowl. Breakfast just got a whole lot easier and tastier!
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20-Minute Tofu Stir-Fry

Chopsticks resting on a big bowl of our Tofu Stir Fry for a quick lunch
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

This 20-Minute Tofu Stir-Fry is your go-to meal for a quick, nourishing boost. Packed with veggies, protein, and fiber, it’s as flavorful as it is fast—ready in just 20 minutes to fuel your day!
Get the Recipe: 20-Minute Tofu Stir-Fry

Lemony Arugula Salad with Crispy Shallot

Big salad bowl filled with our Lemony Arugula Salad recipe surrounded by ingredients used to make it
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

The moment we tried crispy shallots in a salad, we knew we’d found something special. Now they’re shining again in this Lemony Arugula Salad with Crispy Shallots, a simple 30-minute dish with just 8 ingredients that will have you craving more.
Get the Recipe: Lemony Arugula Salad with Crispy Shallot

Basic Vegan French Toast

The image features a stack of French toast topped with strawberries and whipped cream, accompanied by a glass of milk in the background.
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This Basic Vegan French Toast by Minimalist Baker is the dream breakfast—simple, slightly sweet, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon. Light yet filling, it’s tender with just the right amount of bite, and totally customizable with whatever toppings you fancy.
Get the Recipe: Basic Vegan French Toast

Shrimp and Bacon Pasta

creamy shrimp and bacon pasta in a white bowl
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This Shrimp and Bacon Pasta is bursting with fresh flavor, and that creamy tomato sauce? Absolutely irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect dinner for when you want something rich without the wait!
Get the Recipe: Shrimp and Bacon Pasta

Crispy Baked Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

A plate of our Crispy Baked Tacos with Pinto Beans, Pineapple salsa, and Avocado
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

Once you’ve mastered cooking beans from scratch (go you!), it’s time to get creative. Crispy Baked Tacos with Pineapple Salsa are the perfect way to show off those beans, with a crunchy shell and a sweet and savory topping that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Baked Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Baked Denver Omelet

Baked Denver Omelet piece on plate with toast
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This Denver Omelet is packed with bell peppers, yellow onion, and ham, giving you a hearty breakfast in just 30 minutes. With only 5 minutes of prep, it’s the perfect way to start your day with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
Get the Recipe: Baked Denver Omelet

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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