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Spring Break Meal Ideas

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Spring Break Meal Ideas

Spring break is a time for relaxation and enjoyment, and that includes delicious meals! Try these meal ideas perfect for spring break:

1. Grilled Citrus Chicken Salad:

   – Marinate chicken breasts in a mixture of citrus juices (lemon, lime, orange), garlic, olive oil, and herbs.

   – Grill until cooked through and slice.

   – Toss mixed greens with sliced strawberries, orange segments, avocado, and a citrus vinaigrette. Top with grilled chicken slices and toasted almonds.

2. Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa:

   – Marinate shrimp in lime juice, garlic, chili powder, and cumin.

   – Grill or sauté shrimp until pink and cooked through.

   – Fill soft tortillas with shrimp, shredded cabbage, and homemade mango salsa (diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice).

3. Spring Vegetable Risotto:

   – Sauté shallots and garlic in olive oil until softened.

   – Add Arborio rice and cook for a minute.

   – Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring until absorbed and rice is creamy.

   – Stir in blanched asparagus, peas, and chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley and chives). Finish with grated Parmesan cheese.

4. Caprese Pasta Salad:

   – Cook pasta according to package instructions and let it cool.

   – Toss the pasta with halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, chopped basil leaves, and a balsamic vinaigrette.

   – Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Grilled Veggie and Hummus Wraps:

   – Grill sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and eggplant until tender.

   – Spread a generous amount of hummus onto whole wheat wraps.

   – Layer with grilled veggies, fresh spinach leaves, and crumbled feta cheese.

   – Roll up tightly and slice in half.

6. Berry Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken:

   – Grill chicken breasts seasoned with salt, pepper, and a hint of balsamic glaze.

   – Toss baby spinach with sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and toasted walnuts.

   – Drizzle with a raspberry vinaigrette and top with sliced grilled chicken.

7. Tropical Smoothie Bowl:

   – Blend frozen mango, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk until smooth.

   – Pour into bowls and top with granola, sliced banana, shredded coconut, and a drizzle of honey.

8. Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers:

   – Cook quinoa according to package instructions.

   – Mix cooked quinoa with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.

   – Stuff the mixture into halved bell peppers and bake until peppers are tender.

These meal ideas offer a mix of fresh flavors, vibrant colors, and easy preparation to make your spring break dining enjoyable and memorable!