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21 Days of Italian Inspired Easy Meals and Snacks

JUNE 29, 2023
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21 Days of Italian Inspired Easy Meals and Snacks
Buongiorno, dear readers! For the next 21 days, we’re on a delicious, tantalizing journey to the heart and soul of Italy — its food. With this curated list of recipes, you get to embrace and master the wonders of Italian culinary craftsmanship, from quintessential antipasti to delectable dolci. We begin our culinary expedition with shimmering bowls of pasta, radiant with garlic and olive oil gloss. Risottos that ooze creaminess, a testament to the patience and knack that’s quintessential to Italian home cooking. Layered lasagnas, subtle and resonant with that perfect melange of meat and cheese. This Italian indulgence would be incomplete without a mention of desserts — the sweet finales. Authentic Tiramisu with a creamy robe of mascarpone dusted with bitter cocoa, or a tangy-sweet cannoli filled to the brim with ricotta goodness. These recipes are the ultimate testament to Italy's exquisite attitude towards food — enticing, exciting and eternally satisfying. Suited for eager novices or seasoned cooks, here is the veritable feast of Italian cooking waiting to transform your kitchen into an Italian trattoria. So tighty up your apron strings and let’s embark on a month-long taste voyage across Italy right from your oven. Buon Appetito!
Sweet and Savory Meals

Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad

This Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad is an easy recipe that is fresh, light, and very healthy. An appetizer that is ideal to start any meal for family or guests!
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8,909
44
10 min
TOTAL TIME
164
CALORIES
$2.47
PER SERVING
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Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad
Vikalinka

Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Red Onions

Crunchy cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions and fresh dill all dressed in a simple vinaigrette for a beautiful summer salad.
3
375
10 min
TOTAL TIME
35
CALORIES
$0.99
PER SERVING
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Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Red Onions
Cafe Delites

Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad

Balsamic Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad is a quick and easy meal in a salad! Seared chicken, fresh mozzarella and tomato halves, creamy avocado slices and shredded basil leaves are drizzled with an incredible balsamic dressing that doubles as a marinade for the ultimate salad! Weight Watchers Smart P...
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7.5k
20 min
TOTAL TIME
370
CALORIES
$2.32
PER SERVING
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Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad
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Tuscan Breeze Chicken Panzanella

Our Tuscan Breeze Chicken Panzanella is a simple, delightful summertime main dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table. Enjoy this vibrant and delicious salad with family and friends—a truly perfect combination of ingredients that are sure to leave you satisfied.
2
40 min
TOTAL TIME
683
CALORIES
$3.02
PER SERVING
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Tuscan Breeze Chicken Panzanella
Julia's Album

Avocado Salad with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil Pesto

Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto is a healthy recipe packed with nutrients and lots of fresh ingredients!  Perfect Spring and Summer salad!   Serve it as a side dish or as a complete meal!  This recipe can be easily made ahead and is perfect for potlucks, picnics, block ...
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1.3m
1.4k
30 min
TOTAL TIME
240
CALORIES
$2.04
PER SERVING
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Avocado Salad with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil Pesto
Foodtastic Mom

Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches

Use help from the antipasto bar to make these colorful Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches that can be made a day before serving.
1
145
20 min
TOTAL TIME
200
CALORIES
$0.79
PER SERVING
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Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches
Fresh Flavorful

Pesto Salmon Sandwiches

Pesto Salmon Sandwiches are a delicious, easy salmon recipe with pesto slathered ciabatta roll, juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce and more!
6
22
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1122
CALORIES
$4.72
PER SERVING
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Pesto Salmon Sandwiches
Taste of Home

Antipasto Platter

We entertain often, and antipasto is one of our favorite crowd-pleasers. Guests love having their choice of so many delicious nibbles, including pepperoni and cubes of provolone. —Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, Illinois
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170
10 min
TOTAL TIME
295
CALORIES
$1.01
PER SERVING
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Antipasto Platter
Eat The Gains

Tuna Bruschetta on Sweet Potato Toast

A paleo and Whole30 approved protein packed, this Tuna Bruschetta on Sweet Potato Toast makes easy, healthy, and crowd pleasing appetizer or snack!
185
35 min
TOTAL TIME
331
CALORIES
$3.13
PER SERVING
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Tuna Bruschetta on Sweet Potato Toast
EveryDay with Rachael Ray

Capri-Style Seafood Salad

1. Place the scallops in a large metal or heatproof glass bowl. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add the halved lemon, bay leaf, peppercorns
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4
25 min
TOTAL TIME
482
CALORIES
$6.06
PER SERVING
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Capri-Style Seafood Salad
Skinnytaste

Basil Chicken and Tomato Salad

This quick and easy chicken salad is made with the breast meat of a Rotisserie chicken, avocados, fresh tomatoes, basil and lemon juice.
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387
15 min
TOTAL TIME
481
CALORIES
$2.93
PER SERVING
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Basil Chicken and Tomato Salad
That Vegan Babe

Lemon Chickpea Pasta Salad Meal Prep

This lemony chickpea pasta salad is packed with 30g of plant based protein and takes less that 20 minutes to make! It is also soy free and loaded with veggies and fiber! You won't believe how delicious and easy it is to make! For the protein source we are using chickpea pasta which is a great soy fr...
62
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1080
CALORIES
$3.86
PER SERVING
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Lemon Chickpea Pasta Salad Meal Prep
The Devil Wears Salad

Ruby Grapefruit, Watermelon Panzanella Salad

Sweet juicy watermelon and zesty ruby grapefruit paired with warm olive oil toasted sourdough, this is our twist on the classic Panzanella salad that tastes fantastic at your next gathering.
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33
18
25 min
TOTAL TIME
488
CALORIES
$2.19
PER SERVING
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Ruby Grapefruit, Watermelon Panzanella Salad
Vikalinka

Italian Tuna and Corn Salad

Italian Salad recipe with tuna, corn, mozzarella and balsamic dressing.
3
625
4
15 min
TOTAL TIME
337
CALORIES
$1.84
PER SERVING
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Italian Tuna and Corn Salad
Bon Appétit

Italian Chopped Salad

This winter salad with peak season chicories, salami, and crispy chickpeas is hearty enough to have on its own for dinner, but not so over-the-top that you can’t also enjoy it alongside a heftier main, like pizza or pasta. The bright, just-sweet-enough dressing tempers the bitterness of the greens a...
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727
CALORIES
$1.75
PER SERVING
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Italian Chopped Salad
Peas and Crayons

Tortellini Caesar Salad

Shake up your salad routine with this tasty Tortellini Caesar Salad!
2
233
10
27 min
TOTAL TIME
496
CALORIES
$1.62
PER SERVING
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Tortellini Caesar Salad
The Grateful Grazer

Tomato Mozzarella Sandwiches with Blueberry Balsamic Reduction

Fresh mozzarella and juicy heirloom tomatoes are drizzled with a sweet and tangy Blueberry Balsamic sauce with this easy vegetarian sandwich recipe.
3
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
352
CALORIES
$2.49
PER SERVING
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Tomato Mozzarella Sandwiches with Blueberry Balsamic Reduction
Yumsome

Easy Healthy Avocado Bruschetta

Full of fibre and protein, my easy healthy avocado bruschetta is a delicious way to use up stale bread, and makes for a great breakfast, lunch, or supper. If you have time to make toast, you have time to make this; it's super-quick, and you can prepare the toppings while the toast is cooking.
4
818
10 min
TOTAL TIME
258
CALORIES
$1.46
PER SERVING
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Easy Healthy Avocado Bruschetta
That Low Carb Life

Caprese Stuffed Avocado

We filled ripe avocados with a simple caprese salad made of cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella peals, basil, and a little balsamic glaze. Be sure to use ripe avocados for the best flavor and texture!
7
117
71
10 min
TOTAL TIME
303
CALORIES
$1.82
PER SERVING
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Caprese Stuffed Avocado