What am I cooking today? 20 delicious recipes for every day!

You know that daily carousel of thoughts just before dinner? What am I cooking today? I often feel the same way – and that’s why I’ve put together this post. Here you’ll find quick everyday dishes, vegetarian recipe ideas and simple family recipes. Whether you’re short on time or in the mood for good food – you’ll find what you’re looking for here ❤️.

What am I cooking today?
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What am I cooking today?

The next time you ask yourself “What am I cooking today?”, save this post or browse directly through my recipes. All the dishes are suitable for everyday use, tried and tested and cooked with lots of love. You can find them here:

  • Quick dishes for after work
  • Vegetarian dishes – suitable for everyday use & filling
  • Quick dishes for after work
  • One pot dishes for the whole family
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One-pot dish with rice and chicken

Succulent chicken and aromatic rice – all easily prepared in one pan. This one-pot chicken with rice is perfect for everyday cooking. Simple, quick and all from one pan – try it out!

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Creamy yogurt pasta with spicy mince

This dish originates from Arabic cuisine and is similar to the Turkish version mantiwhich also combines yogurt and meat. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare – perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick family meal.

Pasta in yogurt sauce (Macarona bil Laban)
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Asian carrot salad

We often still have carrots in the fridge – and instead of keeping them forever, I have recently started making this spicy carrot salad. The fine strips soak up the dressing wonderfully.

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Broccoli pasta – super creamy & easy!

Pasta always works – and when combined with fresh vegetables, it not only tastes fantastic but is also healthy! Whether you already love broccoli or are looking for a new way to prepare it, this broccoli recipe will win you over.

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Oven vegetables with beans and mint raita

A simple, aromatic oven dish with beet, potatoes and carrots on creamy mint raita – perfect as a warm lunch or dinner.

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Baked halloumi in a sesame coating

Warm halloumi cheese wrapped in a crispy sesame puff pastry coating, fresh from the oven – simply delicious! I promise you, the recipe is child’s play and the preparation time is even less than 5 minutes. The oven does the rest :).

Simple ramen recipe

This is a simple recipe for homemade ramen. We make this ramen recipe regularly and always change it up a bit. Depending on what we have on hand or what we fancy. With different vegetables, tofu or meat.

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Pasta with salmon cream sauce

This recipe for pasta with salmon in a cream sauce is quick, easy and incredibly tasty. Perfect for a quick dinner – whether for everyday or a special dinner – this salmon pasta is perfect for any occasion!

Zucchini pasta – quick, easy & delicious

This zucchini recipe is perfect for a quick lunch that can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. I grate the zucchini finely here, which not only shortens the preparation time, but also offers a wonderful opportunity to use up larger quantities of zucchini.

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Salmon tikka – spicy salmon from the oven

This is an easy salmon in the oven recipe – it’s quick to prepare, uncomplicated and incredibly tasty! Fresh salmon marinated in a delicious tandoori marinade and then grilled in the oven until tender on the inside and lightly grilled on the outside!

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Creamy eggplant pasta without cream (vegan)

This eggplant pasta has attracted quite a few visitors to my website in recent months – and quite rightly so! This pasta is not only super tasty, but also particularly creamy. And without any cream or cheese.

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Green shakshuka with spinach, zucchini & feta

This green shakshuka has become our absolute favoriteweekend breakfast. It’s super quick to make and best of all, the whole family loves it. We like to put the pan directly on the table, tear off some warm flatbread and enjoy it all together ❤️.

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Stuffed eggplants with lentils and tahini

Stuffed eggplants with lentils and tahini-yoghurt dip are incredibly delicious! The recipe can be made vegan or vegetarian. I topped it with homemade mint oil. I hope you enjoy my recipe 🧡.

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Frequently asked question: What am I cooking today?

This question cannot be answered with a recipe – but with the right inspiration.
My tip:

  • See what you still have in the fridge
  • Decide whether it should be quick, vegetarian or particularly cozy
  • Then choose a suitable dish from my recipe collection
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Zucchini Pasta

Zucchini Pasta Recipe

This zucchini recipe is perfect for a quick lunch that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. It’s not only easy to make — in my zucchini pasta recipe, I finely grate the zucchini, which not only shortens the preparation time but also provides a great way to use up larger amounts of zucchini.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Sonstiges 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Personen
Course: Einfaches Rezept, Familien rezepte, Familiengericht, feierabendessen, Pasta, Pastagericht, Schnelles Mittagessen
Cuisine: Italian, weltküche
Calories: 481

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g Pasta Farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
  • Olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • 3 Garlic cloves Chopped
  • About 100 ml vegetable broth
  • 2 Large zucchini Grated, about 1000 g
  • Ca. 250 ml Pastawasser +/-
  • 150 g Herb crème fraîche
  • A handful of fresh herbs: basil Chopped
  • 100 g Parmesan cheese +/– to taste
  • Spices: salt & pepper Oregano
  • Optional: chili flakes

Equipment

  • My sauté pan
  • Grate

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta of your choice in salted water until al dente, then keep it warm in the pasta water. Meanwhile, prepare the next steps.
  2. Meanwhile, sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil.
  3. Deglaze with vegetable broth.
  4. Add the grated zucchini and sauté briefly.
  5. Add the al dente cooked pasta to the zucchini, stir, and sauté together for 3–4 minutes. Gradually add a bit of pasta water as needed until the pasta is fully cooked.
  6. Stir in the crème fraîche, Parmesan, and basil.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Top with Parmesan and herbs, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 481kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 22gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 408mgPotassium: 286mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 196IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 323mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Diese Nudeln mit Zucchini sind:
  • Quick & Easy: Ready in less than 30 minutes.
  • Creamy & Delicious: Thanks to crème fraîche and Parmesan.
  • Flexible: Ingredients can be adjusted as desired.
  • Flavorful: Optionally enhanced with chili.
  • Seasonal: Perfect for zucchini season.
  • Efficient: Uses up large amounts of zucchini by grating.
  • Versatile: Ideal as a quick lunch.
  • Family Favorite: Loved by family and friends.
  • Pan-Cooked: Pasta is cooked together with zucchini in the zucchini-infused water.

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Hi, I’m Shiba

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