Light Recipes

Browse our collection of 9 recipe(s) tagged with "light"

Korean-Style Pear & Shrimp Salad
Korean-Style Pear & Shrimp Salad
25 min 4 servings Salads

This refreshing Korean-inspired salad combines sweet Asian pear with succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a spicy-sweet gochujang dressing. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures that brings the vibrant tastes of Seoul to your table in under 30 minutes.

5-Ingredient Peruvian Ceviche with Sweet Potato
5-Ingredient Peruvian Ceviche with Sweet Potato
30 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Traditional Peruvian ceviche with fresh fish "cooked" in lime juice, served alongside sweet roasted sweet potato for an authentic and refreshing South American delicacy.

5-Ingredient Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork
5-Ingredient Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork
30 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Fragrant Vietnamese lemongrass pork with tender strips of meat infused with aromatic herbs and subtle heat, creating a fresh and vibrant dish perfect over rice or noodles.

Lemon Orzo & Asparagus Soup with Dill
Lemon Orzo & Asparagus Soup with Dill
40 min 6 servings Soups

A bright and fresh spring soup featuring tender orzo pasta, crisp asparagus, and plenty of fresh dill in a lemony broth. This light yet satisfying soup celebrates seasonal vegetables with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Miso Vegetable Cleansing Broth
Miso Vegetable Cleansing Broth
40 min 4 servings Soups

A nourishing Japanese-inspired vegetable broth featuring rich miso paste, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for cleansing and warming the soul.

Thai Pineapple Fried Rice Salad
Thai Pineapple Fried Rice Salad
45 min 6 servings Salads

A vibrant salad combining the flavors of Thai pineapple fried rice served at room temperature with fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy lime dressing.

Creamy Zucchini & Mint Cold Soup
Creamy Zucchini & Mint Cold Soup
35 min 6 servings Soups

A refreshing chilled soup combining tender zucchini with fresh mint and creamy yogurt, perfect for hot summer days when you want something light yet satisfying.

Thai Mango & Coconut Milk Rice Noodle Salad
Thai Mango & Coconut Milk Rice Noodle Salad
25 min 4 servings Salads

A refreshing Thai salad combining silky rice noodles, sweet mango, and crisp vegetables, dressed in a creamy coconut-lime dressing with fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts.

Thai Coconut Shrimp & Mango Salad with Almond Crunch
Thai Coconut Shrimp & Mango Salad with Almond Crunch
35 min 4 servings Salads

A vibrant tropical salad featuring succulent coconut-crusted shrimp, sweet mango, and crunchy toasted almonds, tossed in a zesty Thai-inspired dressing.

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