SAEDNEWS: Trying out different recipes is sweet, exciting, and life-enriching. Yet sometimes, despite our desire and need to cook, we simply don’t have enough time. In these moments, having access to a list of quick meals comes to the rescue. Below, we introduce you to a variety of fast and easy dishes.
According to the Cooking Service at Saed News, tuna is one of those foods that has found its way into the hearts of people worldwide. Its sandwiches are no exception—the flavors blend beautifully with various ingredients. This quick and easy tuna sandwich is nutritious and ready in a flash.
Ingredients:
1 can of tuna
Chopped celery stalk
Chopped parsley
Chopped dill
Spring onions
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Mayonnaise
Mustard
Salt and pepper
Mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Pizza is a favorite for everyone. If you’re a fan, you’ll love learning how to make sandwich bread pizza—a lifesaver when traditional pizza isn’t available.
Ingredients:
Hamburger sandwich bread
Tomato sauce
Mozzarella cheese
Sliced deli meat
Mushrooms (as desired)
Bell peppers (as desired)
Sausages (as desired)
A meal should be tasty, simple, and nutritious—right? If you agree, don’t hesitate to try this chicken and vegetable stir-fry for your next lunch or dinner. It’s flavorful, nourishing, and perfect for a healthy diet.
Ingredients:
Chicken broth
Soy sauce
Honey
Sesame oil
Cornstarch
Chicken thighs or breasts
Green peas
Chopped red chili
Chopped red onion
Chopped mushrooms
Chopped carrots
Fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
Garlic cloves, finely chopped
Chopped spring onions
“Easy” really means easy, and Alfredo pasta is one of the most delicious in the pasta family. Combining ease and flavor, this Italian dish is quick and simple.
Ingredients:
Fettuccine
Butter
Heavy cream
Parmesan cheese
Parsley
Lasagna soup might sound unusual, but it’s tasty and ready in just 25 minutes. Cook the noodles, prepare tomato sauce with sausage and spinach, and don’t forget the mozzarella. Almost all beloved flavors in one comforting bowl.
Ingredients:
Olive oil
Onion
Garlic
Tomato sauce
Sausages
Thyme
Basil
Chicken broth
Noodles or lasagna sheets
Spinach
Mozzarella cheese
This dish is quick and light, perfect for lunch or a diet-friendly dinner. Pasta salad is healthy, energizing, and rich in fiber. If short on time, skip ordering in and make it yourself in 20 minutes.
Ingredients:
Pasta
Olive oil
Balsamic vinegar
Honey
Cherry tomatoes
Grapes
Fresh basil
Mozzarella cheese
Fried chicken is a universal favorite. Flavor it with fragrant ingredients for an even tastier meal. Garlic and rosemary not only remove unpleasant raw chicken odor but also infuse it with aroma.
Ingredients:
Chicken
Lemon juice
Mustard
Fresh rosemary
Red chili
Garlic
A bit indulgent but incredibly comforting, macaroni and cheese is quick and satisfying. Best served for lunch or an early dinner.
Ingredients:
Milk
Mozzarella cheese
Spaghetti
Fried fish with crispy potatoes is a classic pairing. Even those who dislike the smell of fish may enjoy this crispy version. Ready in only 25 minutes.
Ingredients:
Mayonnaise
Chopped onion
All-purpose flour
Eggs
Bread crumbs
Potatoes
This fast hamburger gives you real flavor in no time. Keep portions moderate due to high fat content. Flatten seasoned ground beef with grated onion into thin patties and fry quickly in hot oil.
Ingredients:
Ground beef
Sandwich essentials like bread and pickles
Pepper, garlic powder, turmeric
Onion
If you have an air fryer, preparing quick meals becomes effortless. Marinate shrimp with soy sauce, fresh grated ginger, garlic, and olive oil for 20 minutes, then air fry at 200°C for 6–8 minutes.
Ingredients:
Soy sauce
Fresh ginger
Garlic
Shrimp
Olive oil
White meat gets its turn. Mix minced chicken with garlic and onion, coat in breadcrumbs and egg, and fry in hot oil for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients:
Garlic and onion
Favorite spices
Minced chicken
Olive oil
Sandwich essentials
Burritos are nutritious and flavorful. This vegetarian version includes beans, spinach, onions, olive oil, cooked rice, chicken broth, and a squeeze of lemon—all wrapped in a thin flatbread.
Ingredients:
Olive oil
Onion and garlic
Mushrooms
Beans
Cooked rice
Chicken broth
Lemon juice
Simple, tasty, and ready in 20 minutes. Combine zucchini, potatoes, rosemary, chicken breast, olive oil, cheese, balsamic vinegar, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
Ingredients:
Zucchini
Potatoes
Rosemary
Chicken breast
Olive oil
Cheese
Balsamic vinegar
Cherry tomatoes
Basil
Quick and versatile, green pasta is made with feta or mozzarella balls, zucchini, onions, bell peppers, and olive oil. Sauté all vegetables before adding to pasta.
Ingredients:
Pasta
Onion and garlic
Olive oil
Zucchini
Bell peppers
Another quick dish. Boil potatoes, mix with spring onions, corn, and dill, and add mayonnaise or your favorite dressing.
Ingredients:
Sauce
Spring onions
Dill
Potatoes
Corn
A traditional Iranian dish, quick and simple. Combine eggs, flour, and spices for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients:
Eggs
Fenugreek
Flour
Spices
Perfect when ingredients are limited. Eggs, spinach, and onions create a quick, nutritious meal. Adjust spices to taste.
Ingredients:
Eggs
Spinach
Onion
Spices
Some love it; some don’t. Cook broad beans first, then add rice, onions, and spices. Delicious with pickles and yogurt.
Ingredients:
Rice
Yellow broad beans
Onion
Spices
A hearty dish ready in 25 minutes. Fry onions and mint, add some water, then stir in yogurt and walnuts for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients:
Yogurt
Mint
Walnuts
Onion
Spices
Nutritious and flavorful. Mix corn with mayonnaise, cheese, and spices. Ideal as a snack or light dinner.
Ingredients:
Mayonnaise
Cheese
Pepper and salt
Corn
Grate zucchini and mix with eggs and spices. Fry in a pan until cooked through for a quick, nutritious dish.
Ingredients:
Zucchini
Eggs
Spices
A seafood pasta that pairs olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and shrimp for an exciting, flavorful dish.
Ingredients:
Noodles
Garlic
Lemon zest
Shrimp
Olive oil
Using sandwich bread and a sandwich maker, create quick and light chicken snacks with mushrooms, peppers, and onions.
Ingredients:
Sandwich bread
Chicken breast
Bell pepper
Onion
Spices
Mushrooms
A creamy, quick alternative to boiled potatoes. Blend boiled potatoes with milk; add cream or butter for extra richness.
Ingredients:
Potatoes
Milk
Salt and pepper
Quick and popular. Fry sausages with onions, potatoes, tomato paste, and spices. Spice level can be adjusted to taste.
Ingredients:
Sausages
Potatoes
Onion
Spices
Tomato paste
Mix yogurt, water, cucumber, walnuts, raisins, fresh herbs, and dried bread for a refreshing summer soup-like drink.
Ingredients:
Walnuts
Cucumber
Raisins
Herbs
Yogurt
Dried bread
Cook steak strips and broccoli, then toss with a sauce made from soy sauce, honey, sesame, and ginger. Quick and ideal with an air fryer.
Ingredients:
Soy sauce
Sesame
Steak
Garlic
Ginger
Honey
Broccoli
Not Iranian, but rice makes it familiar. Mix eggs, vegetables, chickpeas, and soy sauce in a pan.
Ingredients:
Canola oil
Eggs
Red chili
Onion
Carrots
Garlic
Ginger
Chickpeas
Rice
Soy sauce
Use thin flatbread, chicken breast, cheddar cheese, mushrooms, bell peppers, and all-purpose flour. Ready in 15 minutes.
Ingredients:
Olive oil
All-purpose flour
Chicken breast
Mushrooms
Bell peppers
Cheddar cheese
A simple, quick omelet option. Mix eggs and mushrooms, add onions and spices, and cook to taste.
Ingredients:
Mushrooms
Eggs
Spring onions
Eggplant cooks quickly and pairs well with carrots, onions, and bell peppers. Ready in minutes.
Ingredients:
Onion
Spices
Eggplant
Carrots
Bell peppers
Mix boiled potatoes with cheddar or mozzarella, season, shape into balls, coat with egg and breadcrumbs, and fry.
Ingredients:
Potatoes
Cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper
Egg
Breadcrumbs
A quick, nutritious appetizer or light meal. Mix cooked spinach, yogurt, garlic, and walnuts.
Ingredients:
Spinach
Yogurt
Garlic
Walnuts
A versatile dish for breakfast or a quick dinner. Cook lentils, prepare fried onions, then add water and potatoes.
Ingredients:
Lentils
Potatoes
Spices
Onion
Dip mushrooms in egg, then coat with flour and breadcrumbs. Fry for a few minutes for a tasty, quick snack.
Ingredients:
Mushrooms
Breadcrumbs
Flour
Egg
Sauté onions, add tomatoes, then pour in chicken broth. Blend and finish with salt, pepper, and cream.
Ingredients:
Tomatoes
Salt and pepper
Onion
Chicken broth
Cream
Layer sliced eggplants with tomato puree, eggs, and Parmesan cheese. Bake until golden. Quick and nutritious.
Ingredients:
Eggplant
Tomato
Eggs
Olive oil
Parmesan
Ready in 25 minutes. Combines garlic, pumpkin, cream, pasta, and olive oil for a healthy, seasonal dish.
Ingredients:
Garlic
Pumpkin
Cream
Pasta
Olive oil
A Northern Iranian favorite: roasted eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, onions, and tomato paste, finished with eggs. Quick, hearty, and flavorful.
Ingredients:
Eggplant
Tomato
Eggs
Garlic
Onion
Tomato paste
A simple, quick rice dish with ground meat, tomatoes, and spices. Delicious with Shirazi salad and yogurt drink.
Ingredients:
Rice
Ground beef
Tomatoes
Tomato paste
Spices
Top flatbread or pita with onions, beans, peppers, and tomatoes. Add cheese and bake in a pan or oven until melted.
Ingredients:
Onion
Beans
Pepper
Tomato
Cook chicken and vegetables, then mix with rice. Quick, hearty, and nutritious.
Ingredients:
Chicken
Tomato paste
Onion
Cauliflower
Spices
Bell peppers
A surprising but delicious combo. Mix chicken, peach, lettuce, lemon, olive oil, and sugar for a quick meal.
Ingredients:
Peach
Chicken breast
Sugar
Lemon juice
Olive oil
A lighter take on Caesar salad, adding feta cheese to lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, and olive oil for a quick, healthy meal.
Ingredients:
Olive oil
Tomato
Lettuce
Chicken breast
Feta cheese
Salt and pepper
Versatile and inspired by global recipes. Combines pasta, chicken, peas, onions, celery, basil, lemon, yogurt, mayonnaise, pistachios, and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients:
Pasta
Chicken
Peas
Onion
Celery
Basil
Lemon
Yogurt
Mayonnaise
Pistachios
Cheddar cheese
Sauté onions and sausages, gradually add spinach, spices, and tomatoes, then pour coconut milk to create a thick stew.
Ingredients:
Sausage
Cheese
Coconut milk
Olive oil
Tomato
Spinach
Garlic and onion
Curry spices
Cook chicken and mix with spicy sauces, canola oil, and taco sauce.
Ingredients:
Spicy sauce
Canola oil
Chicken breast
Taco sauce
A healthy and flavorful dish. Blend basil, garlic, olive oil, and walnuts for the pesto sauce and pour over cooked fillets.
Ingredients:
Chicken fillets
Onion
Garlic
Walnuts
Basil
Olive oil
Cherry tomatoes
Salt and pepper
Cheddar cheese is widely available. Spread butter and cheddar on toast, bake or grill in a sandwich maker, and enjoy a quick, flavorful meal.
Ingredients:
Toast
Cheddar cheese
Butter
Conclusion:
We’ve explored a long list of quick and easy-to-cook meals. Choose according to your taste and preferences, and prepare a speedy lunch or dinner. Which of these dishes would you like to try first?
