Dinner Tonight: Quick and Healthy Menus in 45 Minutes (or Less)

These recipes, paired with simple sides, can be on your table in 45 minutes or less. Check back for additional recipes around the beginning of each month.

Dinner Tonight: Vegetarian

Try going meatless at least one night a week. These vegetarian dinners make it hard to find an excuse not to.

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Spiced Lentils and Poached Eggs

Time: 30 minutes

Kid Tweak: Omit the curry powder for milder lentils.

Serve with Cumin-Scented Carrots: Preheat oven to 425°. Combine 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1⁄8 teaspoon cumin with 1 pound peeled, trimmed baby carrots, halved lengthwise. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes or until tender and lightly browned. CALORIES 74; FAT 2.3g (sat 0.3g); SODIUM 208mg

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Dinner Tonight: Quick and Healthy Menus in 45 Minutes (or Less)

Dinner Tonight: Vegetarian

Try going meatless at least one night a week. These vegetarian dinners make it hard to find an excuse not to.

Spiced Lentils and Poached Eggs

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