Quick and Tasty Meals You Can Cook in 10 Minutes

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When time is tight, whipping up a meal can feel impossible. Great news: there are plenty of delicious meals you can cook in just 10 minutes.

Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a speedy dinner, these recipes will keep you satisfied without the wait. Get ready to discover some go-to dishes that fit perfectly into your busy lifestyle!

Spaghetti Puttanesca

Spaghetti Puttanesca is a quick and flavorful dish you can whip up in no time.

Ingredients:

• Spaghetti (200g)
• Olive oil (2 tbsp)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Canned tomatoes (400g)
• Olives (100g, chopped)
• Capers (2 tbsp)
• Red pepper flakes (to taste)
• Parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Boil salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
2. In a pan, heat olive oil, sauté garlic, then add canned tomatoes, olives, capers, and red pepper flakes.
3. Drain the spaghetti, mix with the sauce, and garnish with parsley.

Watch this video tutorial of this dish:

Tofu and Leek Stir-Fry

This dish is a quick and tasty meal. You can whip it up in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients:

• Tofu: 1 block, cubed
• Mixed vegetables: 2 cups
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds: for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add cubed tofu and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Toss in garlic and mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes.
4. Add soy sauce and mix well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
5. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Here’s a variation of this dish:

Avocado and Black Bean Tacos

For a quick, tasty meal, avocado and black bean tacos are perfect.

Ingredients:

• Tortillas
• Canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
• Avocado (sliced or mashed)
• Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• Lime juice
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Warm the tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
2. Mash or slice the avocado and season with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the black beans on each tortilla.
4. Top with avocado and sprinkle cilantro over everything.

Here’s a video tutorial: