These low-calorie, high-protein dinner recipes can help you meet your goals in a flavorful way.
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Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon
Salmon and walnuts are both great sources of omega-3 fatty acids.
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Pair this easy walnut-crusted salmon recipe with a simple salad and a side of roasted potatoes for dinner.
If using leftover rice, you will need about 1 1/2 cups.
If you have time, consider grilling or broiling the corn for a few minutes for additional flavor.
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Thawed frozen corn can be used in place of fresh.
you’ve got the option to substitute chopped fresh summer-ripe tomatoes for the cherry tomatoes.
Serve with crusty garlic bread and a green salad on the side.
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Nothing goes to waste here, as the flesh from the zucchini gets chopped and mixed with the filling.
To ensure they cook evenly, use zucchini that are similar in size.
Broiled Salmon with Lemon
For quick weeknight meals, go for the broiler.
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Don’t sweat it if you slightly overcook the salmon.
Prosciutto Pizza with Corn & Arugula
This grilled prosciutto and arugula pizza makes the perfect summer dinner.
Thawed frozen corn works in place of fresh, just pat it dry before sprinkling it on the pizza.
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Chicken cutlets cook quickly, taking this recipe from skillet to table in only 20 minutes.
Drizzle any extra over pasta, rice or mashed potatoes served on the side.
Lemony Baked Salmon in Foil
Baked salmon in foil is a foolproof way to cook fish.
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Salmon is one of thebest foods to eat to fight inflammation.
The fatty fish is packed withomega-3 fatty acids, which may help tissues throughout our body.
They can be seared or sauteed and then added to salads and pastas or served solo as an entree.
Their mild taste and universal appeal make them a good host for complex flavors.
Look for dry-packed sea scallops at your local seafood market.
They haven’t been soaked in a liquid solution, which increases their weight and sodium content.
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Easy Baked Fish Fillets
Looking for a simple fish dinner?
Skip the frozen fillets and try this easy recipe for baked, fresh fish fillets.
With little prep involved, this is a great last-minute, easy dinner for the family.
Ali Redmond
Any firm white fish works well.
The breading is not too overwhelming, but adds a delicious crunch.
Serve it with leafy greens or thinly sliced oven-baked potatoes.
Lemon pepper seasons the dish, adding brightness and spice.
Skip store-bought and make your own crispy shells in the oven.
Serve with: Brown rice cooked with diced tomatoes and onions or salsa.
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Fill out the plate with a side of steamed green beans.
Cooking the pasta right in the sauce saves time and cleanup while infusing the noodles with more flavor.
The lemon-honey-garlic dressing complements the sweetness from the roasted vegetables.
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Topping the salad with feta and pepitas gives it a savory note.
Finish it off with chicken, or use white beans as a plant-based protein alternative.
(To make this bowl completely vegetarian, omit the anchovy paste from the dressing.)
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