Need inspiration for a dinner that’s easy and nourishing? Try these recipes, which are not only ready in three steps or less, but also come together on a single sheet pan. Each of these meals prioritizes healthy fats, legumes, spices, vegetables and whole grains to align with the Mediterranean diet. Known as one of the healthiest eating patterns, the Mediterranean diet is linked with better heart, brain and overall health. Recipes like our High-Protein Sheet-Pan Salmon with Broccoli and our Roasted Veggies with Halloumi & Chickpeas are healthy, quick and delicious ways to get a weeknight meal on the table.
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Grilled Cheese with Spinach & Tomato
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.
This grilled cheese with spinach and tomato is a flavorful twist on the classic sandwich, cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop. Wilted spinach is infused with plenty of garlic. Juicy tomato slices add color and a fresh bite to the melty mozzarella filling. This sandwich makes for an easy dinner and pairs well with tomato soup or a simple green salad.
High-Protein Sheet-Pan Salmon with Broccoli
Ali Redmond
Fresh, fast and full of flavor, this sheet-pan salmon with broccoli is a healthy weeknight winner. A zesty mix of lemon, garlic and olive oil brings brightness to both the tender salmon and the roasted broccoli.
Roasted Veggies with Halloumi & Chickpeas
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
This sheet-pan recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner with easy cleanup. Chickpeas and halloumi provide protein to make this dish filling and satisfying. Roasting everything on the same sheet pan creates crispy, caramelized bites that meld beautifully with the creamy yogurt spread underneath.
Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes & Broccolini
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
Chicken thighs and sweet potato get crispy in the oven while broccolini roasts alongside in a foil packet for even cooking and easy cleanup. Pro tip: Place the chicken thighs in the corners of the baking sheet, where there is more air circulation, for crispy skin.
Lemon-Garlic Sheet-Pan Salmon with Potatoes & Green Beans
Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Sally McKay, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood
With tender salmon, crispy potatoes and fresh green beans drizzled with lemon, this dinner is not only delicious but also easy to prepare and clean up. It’s the perfect solution for busy nights.
Sheet-Pan Shrimp Fried Rice
Classic shrimp fried rice gets amped-up flavor with sambal heat. The textures are pretty spot on with hits of crispy and tender rice and are the same as you’d get if you prepared it in a wok or skillet.
Baked Fish Tacos with Avocado
Instead of deep-frying, the fish fillets in this quick-and-easy recipe are coated with a flavorful seasoning blend and baked. Creamy avocado and a refreshing pico de gallo tie everything together.
Garlic Butter-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes & Asparagus
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Lydia Pursell
This one-pan salmon and potatoes recipe makes a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner. Melted garlic butter coats the salmon and vegetables, adding depth of flavor and richness to the dish.
