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  5. 25 Heart-Healthy Dinners You Can Make in 25 Minutes

25 Heart-Healthy Dinners You Can Make in 25 Minutes

February 03, 2020
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Following a heart-healthy diet has never been easier (or tastier). These recipes boost the whole grains, vegetables and healthy fats while limiting sodium and saturated fat to help your heart stay healthy. All of these recipes can be made in 25 minutes or less, to save you time on busy nights while still putting a healthy dinner on the table. Try our quick and heart-healthy recipes for salmon, salads, chicken, pasta and more to get in on the heart-healthy deliciousness.

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Miso-Maple Salmon

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White miso paste packs an umami punch to this healthy salmon recipe. But being the mildest and sweetest variety of the gluten-free fermented paste, it won't overpower this dish. Use any leftover salmon (within 3 days) to make our Lemon-Garlic Pasta with Salmon, Easy Scallion-Salmon Dip or Spicy Salmon Cakes (see Associated Recipes).Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, November 2019

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Homemade Chicken Tenders with Everything Bagel Seasoning over Salad

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Using everything bagel spice is a quick way to season and add extra crunch to breadcrumbs for chicken tenders. If you can't find any premixed, make your own by combining equal parts dried minced onion and garlic, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, salt and ground pepper (see Associated Recipes). This healthy chicken recipe tops a simple salad for an easy dinner that's ready in 25 minutes.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, September 2019

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Zucchini-Chickpea Veggie Burgers with Tahini-Ranch Sauce

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This vegan burger recipe is one you'll want to make again and again. Savory chickpea and zucchini patties are topped with a creamy, herb-flecked tahini ranch sauce, juicy tomato slices and peppery arugula for a satisfying and healthy homemade veggie burger. Serve them on buns or stuff them in pitas. We recommend making extra sauce--it's a great dip for veggie sticks and, thinned with a little water, it makes a wonderful salad dressing.Ā Source: Eatingwell.com May 2019

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Seared Scallops with White Bean Ragu & Charred Lemon

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This recipe for seared scallops with white beans and spinach turns out a healthy dinner that looks impressive (and tastes great) in just 25 minutes. Giving lemons a quick sizzle in the skillet amps up the flavor of this piccata-inspired dish. The heat helps release even more citrus juice and sweetens it too. When shopping for scallops, look for ones labeled "dry." Some scallops are soaked in a solution that prevents them from searing properly and can give them a soapy flavor.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, September 2019

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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado & Walnuts

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Serve this summery strawberry spinach salad alongside soup or a half sandwich, or top with grilled chicken or roasted salmon for a complete and easy healthy meal.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019

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Charred Shrimp & Pesto Buddha Bowls

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These shrimp and pesto Buddha bowls are delicious, healthy, pretty and take less than 30 minutes to prep. In other words, they're basically the ultimate easy weeknight dinner. Feel free to add additional vegetables and swap the shrimp for chicken, steak, tofu or edamame.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019

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Pan-Seared Steak with Crispy Herbs & Escarole

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This easy dinner takes just 20 minutes to prepare, meaning that seared steak can be a weeknight meal. Cooking herbs in the pan with the steak releases their aroma, infusing it into the meat while creating a crispy garnish. After the steaks and herbs are pan-seared, the escarole is cooked in the same skillet, so this healthy dinner requires minimal cleanup too.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, October 2019

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Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry

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This tofu veggie stir-fry is quick and easy, making it a great go-to weeknight meal. Baked tofu has a firm, toothsome texture that crisps well in a hot pan. You can find it in flavors like teriyaki and sesame, both of which are delicious here. Or opt for a smoked version, which has the same texture with a more robust flavor. Serve over brown rice.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, December 2019

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Crunchy Chicken & Mango Salad

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This Asian-inspired dinner salad has terrific crunch, thanks to sugar snap peas and napa cabbage. Give the dressing a kick of heat by adding a bit of sambal oelek, an Indonesian hot sauce that you can find in most large supermarkets and Asian grocery stores.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2018

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Fish Amandine

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In this quick dinner recipe, fresh tilapia fillets are dipped in a buttermilk-panko coating, sprinkled with almonds and Parmesan, drizzled with melted butter and red pepper and baked until flakey. It may sound complicated, but it takes just 20 minutes from start-to-finish!Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Easy Pea & Spinach Carbonara

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Fresh pasta cooks up faster than dried, making it a must-have for fast weeknight dinners like this luscious yet healthy meal. Eggs are the base of the creamy sauce. They don't get fully cooked, so use pasteurized-in-the-shell eggs if you prefer.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2019

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Lemon-Tahini Couscous with Chicken & Vegetables

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When you want pasta in no time, couscous is your best friend! The tiny pasta balls cook up in minutes, and absorb all the water so you don't have to fuss with draining. Tossed with sautéed vegetables plus leftover chicken, it's a fast and tasty meal in a bowl that's perfect as an easy dinner recipe.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019

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Tex-Mex Pasta Salad

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A light and creamy green-salsa dressing highlights this easy pasta salad with Southwestern flavors.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019

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Cajun Salmon with Greek Yogurt Remoulade

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Paprika and garlic powder make a quick Cajun-inspired seasoning that flavors salmon fillets in this easy dinner recipe. Traditionally, remoulade sauce is prepared with mayonnaise; here, we substitute nonfat Greek yogurt for a lighter version.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa & Beans

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Taco night meets baked potato night with this simple recipe for loaded baked potatoes with salsa, beans and avocado. This easy, healthy family dinner comes together with just 10 minutes of active time, so you can make it on even the busiest of weeknights. This recipe is just as delicious with sweet potatoes in place of russets.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, October 2019

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Seitan BBQ Sandwiches

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Enjoy classic BBQ flavor with filling vegan seitan, or wheat meat. The sliced seitan needs time in a hot pan to turn brown and crispy; let it sear before coating it with the tangy ketchup mixture for the best texture. A side of sweet potato chips makes the perfect pairing for a fast weeknight meal.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2018

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Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos

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Give juicy shrimp tacos a Cajun flavor spin with spices and a quick sear on a hot grill. An easy avocado mash adds creaminess to cool off the spicy kick.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019

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Loaded Black Bean Nacho Soup

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Jazz up a can of black bean soup with your favorite nacho toppings, such as cheese, avocado and fresh tomatoes. A bit of smoked paprika adds a bold flavor kick, but you can swap in any warm spices you prefer, such as cumin or chili powder. Look for a soup that contains no more than 450 mg sodium per serving.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019

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Grilled Salmon with Cilantro-Ginger Sauce

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Ginger, fish sauce and honey combine to create a delicious basting sauce in this easy grilled salmon recipe. Look for Thai red chiles in the produce section of your grocery store, or use a green or red jalapeño instead. Not only is this salmon dish delicious, it also takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it the ideal centerpiece for a healthy weeknight dinner.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019

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Chinese Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Baby Bok Choy

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All of the ingredients for this easy beef stir-fry recipe are cooked in one wok (or skillet), so not only is the meal-prep fast for this healthy dinner, cleanup is quick too. Look for Lee Kum Kee Premium oyster-flavored sauce in the Asian-foods aisle of your grocery store. It has the most concentrated oyster flavor.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019

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Tomato & Kale Pesto Pasta

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This 25-minute pasta side dish goes well with chicken or fish and can be served either warm or at room temperature. Kale and basil create a fresh-tasting pesto that is packed with protein and taste, thanks to the addition of chickpeas. We like shaved Parmesan sprinkled on the top, but feel free to add toasted pine nuts or walnuts for some crunch.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach

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Shrimp, spinach and garlic brown and cook quickly for a simple one-pot weeknight dinner. A fast pan sauce gets life from zesty lemon juice, warm crushed red pepper and herby parsley. Serve with a slice of whole-wheat baguette to swipe up every last drop of sauce.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2018

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Sautéed Pork Chops with Balsamic Grape Sauce

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A fruity-tart sauce made with balsamic vinegar and red grapes is a perfect topping for sautéed pork chops in this simple 25-minute recipe.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Baked Fish Tacos with Avocado

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Instead of deep-frying, the fish fillets in this quick-and-easy 5-ingredient recipe are coated with a flavorful seasoning blend and baked. Several varieties of flaky white fish can be used for these tacos. When you go to the market to purchase fish, the best strategy is to be flexible and choose the variety that looks freshest that day.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, March 2018

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White Bean Ragout

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Topped with Asiago cheese, this bean ragout dinner for two is perfect for a cool fall night.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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1 of 25 Miso-Maple Salmon
2 of 25 Homemade Chicken Tenders with Everything Bagel Seasoning over Salad
3 of 25 Zucchini-Chickpea Veggie Burgers with Tahini-Ranch Sauce
4 of 25 Seared Scallops with White Bean Ragu & Charred Lemon
5 of 25 Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado & Walnuts
6 of 25 Charred Shrimp & Pesto Buddha Bowls
7 of 25 Pan-Seared Steak with Crispy Herbs & Escarole
8 of 25 Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry
9 of 25 Crunchy Chicken & Mango Salad
10 of 25 Fish Amandine
11 of 25 Easy Pea & Spinach Carbonara
12 of 25 Lemon-Tahini Couscous with Chicken & Vegetables
13 of 25 Tex-Mex Pasta Salad
14 of 25 Cajun Salmon with Greek Yogurt Remoulade
15 of 25 Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa & Beans
16 of 25 Seitan BBQ Sandwiches
17 of 25 Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos
18 of 25 Loaded Black Bean Nacho Soup
19 of 25 Grilled Salmon with Cilantro-Ginger Sauce
20 of 25 Chinese Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Baby Bok Choy
21 of 25 Tomato & Kale Pesto Pasta
22 of 25 One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach
23 of 25 Sautéed Pork Chops with Balsamic Grape Sauce
24 of 25 Baked Fish Tacos with Avocado
25 of 25 White Bean Ragout

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