5-Ingredient Recipes: Quick and Easy Meals for Busy Days

• Caprese Salad Skewers

1. Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Mozzarella cheese balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic vinegar
• Salt

Instructions:

1. Thread cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, and fresh basil leaves onto skewers.

2. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with salt.

3. Serve and enjoy!

4. Garlic Butter Shrimp Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together minced garlic, melted butter, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat.

3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp mixture.

4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and slightly golden brown.

5. Serve hot and enjoy!

   
   
   

• Zucchini Noodles with Pesto

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
• 1/2 cup prepared pesto
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and black pepper
• Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat the pesto over medium heat.

2. Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss to coat.

3. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the zucchini is tender.

4. Season with salt and black pepper.

5. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and cherry tomatoes (if desired).

6. Serve and enjoy!

   
   
   

• Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.

2. Lay a flour tortilla flat on the skillet and add 1/2 cup of shredded chicken, 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions on one half of the tortilla.

3. Fold the tortilla in half and press down with a spatula.

4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown.

5. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.

6. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and enjoy!

   
   
   

• Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, mini chocolate chips, and vanilla extract (if using).
2. Roll the mixture into small balls.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
4. Serve and enjoy!

These 5-ingredient recipes are quick and easy to make, perfect for busy days or when you want a simple and delicious meal. Give them a try and enjoy the convenience of having delicious food ready in no time!