Dinner Lunch
Lamb Rice with Yogurt Sauce
Lamb over fluffy rice, finished with a cool yogurt sauce and toasted almonds. Aromatic cardamom and parsley lend a warm, sharing-friendly vibe.
Budget friendly High protein
100m Serving: 693 cal $2.21
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Dinner Lunch
Japchae Glass Noodles with Beef
Glass noodles with beef and a colorful mix of vegetables come together in a savory soy-sesame glaze for a glossy, satisfying bite. Comfort meets weeknight practicality in this hearty, crave-worthy dish.
Budget friendly High protein
45m Serving: 775 cal $2.48
Dinner Lunch
Chicken Paprikash with Noodles
Creamy chicken paprikash with noodles blends tender chicken in paprika-kissed sauce with sour cream and silky egg noodles. Warm, comforting, and easy to serve for lunch or dinner.
Budget friendly High protein
55m Serving: 503 cal $1.75
Dinner Lunch
Madeiran Beef Skewers
These Madeiran-style beef skewers pair tender beef with garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, and a bright vinegar note for a bold, Iberian-inspired bite. Ideal for lunch or dinner, they bring a warm, practical meal with vivid flavors that fit into your week.
Budget friendly High protein
35m Serving: 559 cal $3.47
Dinner Lunch
Dutch Braised Beef
Classic Dutch braised beef delivers tender beef simmered in a rich gravy with onions, stock, and a touch of vinegar. A cozy, hearty dish spotlighting beef, butter, bay, cloves, mustard, and brown sugar—perfect for lunch or dinner.
High protein One pot
190m Serving: 791 cal $6.63
Dinner Lunch
Potato Onion Varenyky
Creamy potato and onion-filled varenyky come together in hearty dough for a cozy lunch or dinner. Simple, comforting dumplings with a silky potato-onion filling and optional dollop of sour cream.
Budget friendly Vegetarian
75m Serving: 564 cal $1.00
Dinner Lunch
Potato Cheese Locro Soup
A comforting potato cheese locro soup with potatoes, queso fresco, milk, and a savory broth. Creamy, hearty and easy to share, it evokes a cozy kitchen vibe with gentle aromatics and nourishing textures.
Soup Budget friendly
40m Serving: 260 cal $1.05
Dinner Lunch
Bernese Platter
A hearty Swiss platter brings together brisket, smoked pork, bacon, sausages, sauerkraut, potatoes, and green beans for a generous, shareable meal. Bright mustard and rustic accents tie the plate together for a warm, practical LUNCH or DINNER vibe.
Budget friendly High protein
180m Serving: 390 cal $3.53
Dinner Lunch
Peri Peri Chicken with Sweet Potato
This plate features spicy peri peri chicken, sweet potato, and a crisp cabbage side. Bright, warm flavors create a bold, approachable meal for lunch or dinner.
Budget friendly High protein
60m Serving: 608 cal $2.02
