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30-Minute Meals

Every recipe in the index that is on the table in thirty minutes or less.

5,051 recipes

Baked Cod

Oven Baked Cod - tender and flaky cod fillets smothered in a lemon garlic sauce with a kiss of heat. A super tasty low-carb dinner in just 20 minutes!

AfricanMain20 minServes 710 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: cod

HB-0141 · Hand-built original

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Baked Crab Dip

This hot crab dip copycat is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with lump crab meat. Ready in under 25 minutes and perfect for parties, game days, or weekend appetizers.

American, SeafoodAppetizer20 minServes 3245 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: crab

HB-2620 · Hand-built original

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Baked Feta Pasta

A baked feta pasta where a block of feta roasts with cherry tomatoes, shallot and garlic until the tomatoes burst, then everything is tossed with pasta, lemon zest and basil.

MediterraneanMain course0 min3–429 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: feta

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-6053 · Hand-built original

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Baked Fish Sticks

Oven-baked cod strips in a crisp panko and Parmesan coating seasoned with Old Bay and garlic — tender inside, crunchy outside, and a family favorite.

AmericanDinner, lunch30 minServes 4223 kcalDiabetic

Main ingredient: cod

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12732 · Hand-built original

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Baked Fish with Lemon Cream Sauce

Fish fillets baked in a single dish in a buttery lemon cream sauce with mustard, garlic, and shallots — the fish juices mingle with the sauce as it cooks.

WesternDinner15 minServes 4238 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: unsalted butter

HB-12733 · Hand-built original

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Baked Flounder

Flounder fillets baked over mushrooms and green onions under a cheese and breadcrumb topping.

AmericanMain course20 minServes 6188 kcalEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: flounder

HB-4289 · Hand-built original

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Baked halloumi with fennel and carob syrup

A scored block of halloumi baked over garlic, lemon peel and oregano with fennel seeds, served with flaked sea salt and a drizzle of carob syrup.

Middle EasternAppetizer0 minServes 2 - 4600 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: halloumi

HB-6055 · Hand-built original

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Baked Jumbo Shrimp with Glass Noodles, Ginger and Garlic

Jumbo shrimp baked in a covered pot over seasoned glass noodles that absorb every bit of the cooking juices. Ginger, garlic, celery and sweet pepper perfume the noodles from below while cracked pepper adds gentle warmth.

ThaiMain course30 minServes 2441 kcalDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: jumbo shrimp

Pairs well with: jasmine rice, steamed vegetables, cucumber salad

HB-18660 · Hand-built original

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Baked One Pot Mac and Cheese

Macaroni cooked right in its white sauce in one pan, stirred through with cheddar and provolone, then topped with panko and Parmesan and grilled until golden — creamy and saucy with no cream at all.

AmericanBaked, One Pot, Pasta25 minServes 5662 kcalVegetarianEgg-free

Main ingredient: pasta

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caesar salad, caprese salad, bruschetta, grilled vegetables

HB-12738 · Hand-built original

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Baked Ricotta Dip

A hot ricotta dip of whole milk ricotta and parmesan with olive oil, egg, lemon zest, thyme, parsley and red pepper flakes, baked until bubbly and lightly browned.

AmericanAppetizer24 minServes 6219 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-6062 · Hand-built original

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Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

Nori squares filled with vinegar-seasoned sushi rice and a salmon, soy and Kewpie mayo mixture, baked in a muffin tin and finished with sesame seeds and green onions.

JapaneseSide25 minServes 12174 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: salmon

Pairs well with: asparagus, lemon butter sauce, rice pilaf, cucumber salad, roasted potatoes

HB-12307 · Hand-built original

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Baked Tilapia & Roasted Veggies

Tilapia fillets brushed with a lemon, garlic, and parsley marinade and baked on the same sheet pan as broccoli, carrots, and yellow squash — a light, high-protein dinner ready in under half an hour.

AmericanDinner, entree, Main Course, main dish25 minServes 4208 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: tilapia

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12746 · Hand-built original

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Baked Tuna with Garlic

Albanian30 min2 Servings140 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: tuna

HB-0155 · Hand-built original

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Balaleet (Qatari Sweet Vermicelli with Eggs)

Balaleet (Qatari Sweet Vermicelli with Eggs) is a Qatari dish prepared from its core ingredients in a straightforward, home-style way. Serve it fresh and hot where appropriate.

QatariMain20 min4-6690 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: powder

HB-3310 · Hand-built original

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Balela Salad

A bean salad of garbanzo beans and black beans with cherry tomatoes, mint, parsley, dill and red onion in a blended lemon, sumac and jalapeño dressing.

MediterraneanAppetizer15 minServes 6209 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: apple

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-11241 · Hand-built original

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Balsamic Butterscotch sauce

Balsamic Butterscotch sauce is a preparation made from its core ingredients and served fresh. Use it promptly for the best texture.

15 minMakes about ¾ cupVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: vinegar

HB-3311 · Hand-built original

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Balsamic Chicken Marinade

Balsamic Chicken Marinade is prepared from its core ingredients in a straightforward, home-style way. Serve it fresh and hot where appropriate.

Dinner, entree, Main Course, main dish, marinade, pantry staple5 minServes 6267 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-3312 · Hand-built original

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Balsamic Mushroom and Sausage Pasta

Tube pasta folded through browned mushrooms and hot Italian sausage in a tomato and balsamic pan sauce, finished with butter and Parmesan.

Main course30 min4 servings47 kcalEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: mushroom

HB-6083 · Hand-built original

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Balsamic Salad Dressing

A classic shaken dressing of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and finely chopped shallot — tangy enough to pep up any bowl of green leaves or tomatoes.

ItalianOther30 minMakes about ½ cup (enough to dress a salad for 6–8 people)8 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: extra virgin olive oil

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caprese salad, tiramisu, minestrone

HB-12750 · Hand-built original

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

A tangy, refreshing everyday vinaigrette of balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, whisked into a smooth emulsion that keeps for up to two weeks.

American, ItalianDressing5 minServes 1612 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: vinegar

HB-12751 · Hand-built original

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Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

The classic formula — one part balsamic vinegar to three parts extra virgin olive oil, shaken in a jar with salt and pepper and an optional touch of honey.

2 minServes 152 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: syrupy

HB-12752 · Hand-built original

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Banan Peze (Haitian Fried Plantains)

Green plantains fried, pressed flat and fried again until crisp — the essential side of a Haitian fritay, served with griot, tassot and pikliz.

HaitianSide Dish, Snack, Appetizer20 minServes 4VegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: plantain

Pairs well with: griot, pikliz, tassot

HB-4247 · Hand-built original

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Banana Cream Pie

A graham cracker crust with banana baked right into it, filled with homemade vanilla custard layered with sliced bananas — no pudding mix, just a rich, luscious filling.

25 min8 servings719 kcalGluten-free

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-12757 · Hand-built original

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Banana Date Drops

Soft oat drop cookies of mashed ripe banana and chopped Medjool dates, each topped with a pecan and baked until set.

AmericanSnack25 minServes 12184 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: banana

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-11232 · Hand-built original

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Banana He-Man Cookies

Soft, hearty banana cookies made with shortening, buttermilk and optional nuts, baked in dropped spoonfuls and frosted with a cream cheese and butter frosting.

AmericanDessert, Snack20 minServes 24341 kcalVegetarianRenal

Main ingredient: shortening

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-17284 · Hand-built original

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Banana Milk

A blended drink of bananas, milk, vanilla and sugar, strained through cheesecloth for a silky texture and served well chilled.

AmericanDrink10 min3 to 4 cups170 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: banana

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9642 · Hand-built original

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Banana Oat Weekday Pancakes

Quick weekday pancakes made from mashed ripe bananas, oats, and whole-wheat flour — thick, hearty, and ready in about fifteen minutes.

AmericanBreakfast0 minMakes 8 to 10 pancakes109 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: banana

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-12761 · Hand-built original

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Banana Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Chewy oatmeal raisin cookies made with mashed ripe banana, cinnamon, and cloves in the dough.

AmericanSnack20 min36 cookies134 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: banana

Pairs well with: milk

HB-5503 · Hand-built original

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Banana Tortilla Toast

A folded tortilla filled with peanut butter, banana, pizza cheese, almonds and pecans, air-fried and drizzled with honey.

KoreanSnack15 minServes 1614 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: banana

Pairs well with: coffee, milk, yogurt, green salad

HB-16356 · Hand-built original

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Bananas Foster

Safety first with this easy Bananas Foster recipe! Add your rum (or bourbon) and tilt that pan over the fire to watch your sweet bananas go up in flames!

Louisianavegetarian, brunch, date night, dessert15 min2 serving(s)183 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: butter

HB-0170 · Hand-built original

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Bang Bang King Oyster Mushrooms

Shredded king oyster mushrooms steamed until tender and tossed with cucumber in a nutty, spicy Sichuan-style sauce of sesame paste, chili oil, and ground Sichuan peppercorns — a vegetarian take on bang bang chicken.

25 min4 servings125 kcalEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: discarded

HB-12765 · Hand-built original

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