20 Lazy Girl Recipes That Taste Gourmet

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick and easy dish that feels like a luxury dinner.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Cooking method:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
4. Toss in cooked spaghetti and Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper.
5. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Caprese Avocado Toast

This Caprese Avocado Toast combines the creamy richness of avocado with the fresh flavors of a Caprese salad.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of whole-grain bread
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze

Cooking method:

1. Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
2. Mash the avocado and spread over each slice of toast.
3. Layer with tomato and mozzarella slices.
4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and top with fresh basil leaves.

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

This Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish perfect for lazy afternoons.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side.
4. Serve with a side of your favorite vegetables.

One-Pan Ratatouille

This One-Pan Ratatouille is a simple yet gourmet-looking vegetable medley.

Ingredients:

• 1 eggplant, diced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Combine all vegetables in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Roast for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve warm as a side dish or over rice.

Honey Soy Glazed Salmon

This Honey Soy Glazed Salmon offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• Green onions, sliced

Cooking method:

1. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and garlic.
2. Marinate salmon fillets in the mixture for 15 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place salmon on a lined baking sheet.
4. Bake for 15 minutes, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Quick Tofu Stir-Fry

This Quick Tofu Stir-Fry is a healthy and satisfying meal you can enjoy any day.

Ingredients:

• 14 oz firm tofu, cubed
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell pepper, carrots)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• Rice for serving

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan and add ginger, tofu, and vegetables.
2. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
3. Add soy sauce and toss to coat evenly.
4. Serve over warm cooked rice.

Mushroom Risotto

This Mushroom Risotto is a creamy, indulgent dish that tastes like it’s from a restaurant.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cooking method:

1. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion and mushrooms until soft.
2. Add Arborio rice and stir until well-coated.
3. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly, until rice is creamy and cooked.
4. Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.

Simple Caprese Salad

This Simple Caprese Salad is a refreshing Italian classic that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients:

• 4 tomatoes, sliced
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving platter.
2. Tuck basil leaves between the slices.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
4. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Avocado Chicken Salad

This Avocado Chicken Salad is a creamy, flavorful option perfect for a quick lunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix with Greek yogurt and lime juice.
2. Add shredded chicken and stir until well combined.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Serve in lettuce cups or on whole-grain bread.

Pesto Zucchini Noodles

These Pesto Zucchini Noodles are a low-carb alternative with all the classic pesto flavors.

Ingredients:

• 4 zucchini, spiralized
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp pine nuts

Cooking method:

1. In a large skillet, sauté zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
2. Stir in pesto sauce and toss to coat.
3. Top with cherry tomatoes and pine nuts before serving.