30+ Girl Dinner Ideas To Embrace When You Don’t Want to Cook
Is it a meal? Is it a snack? No, it’s a “girl dinner.” We’ve got a roundup of the best girl dinner ideas. It has almost no cleanup and is easy to make. It’s a win-win!
White Bean Dip
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This white bean dip recipe is so quick and easy to make. Simple ingredients and a super-fast prep time; just 10 minutes from start to finish.
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Harissa Aioli
Harissa aioli is one of those sauces that go hand in hand with my harissa prawns recipe, or any finger-food for that matter! It’s an undeniably delicious dip, which can easily enhance the flavour of any ingredients.
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Tofu BBQ Sandwich
Chewy BBQ tofu topped with creamy slaw and pickles! The ultimate summer sandwich. If you love BBQ sauce, then you’ve got to try this tofu BBQ sandwich.
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Avocado Chickpea Sandwich
Avocado Chickpea Salad Bagel Sandwich. A healthy vegan sandwich! Smashed chickpea and avocado salad on poppyseed bagels. Ready in minutes for a delicious, plant-based lunch.
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Htipiti
A stone cold classic Greek dip, htipiti will be the talk of your next party. Combining the smoky flavor of roasted red pepper with the salty, crumbly joy of feta cheese, you really can’t go wrong with this super easy dip.
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Miso Maple Tofu Sandwich
Smoky slabs of miso maple tofu with avocado, arugula and tomato. Healthy, simple and the perfect plant-based swap for turkey sandwiches.
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Beet Reuben Sandwich
Vegetarian Reuben with beets! You’ve gotta try this creative sandwich. Homemade Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese, quick pickled beets, sauerkraut on rye bread.
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Tempeh Bacon Sandwiches
Homemade tempeh bacon with lettuce, tomato and creamy dairy-free mayo. Whole Foods has a version of this sandwich that is my absolute favorite; I ate it so often when I was pregnant with Emery and I’m thankful that I still crave it now.
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Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Chickpea Salad Sandwich! This vegan chickpea sandwich is amazing! If you love tuna salad, you’ll love this vegan version.
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Cheese Veggie Sandwich
Cashew Cheese Veggie Sandwich! This is the ultimate dairy-free veg cheese sandwich! If you’re looking for a new vegan sandwich recipe, this is it! SO good, you’ll never believe it’s dairy-free!
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Zucchini Chips with Sriracha Dip
The easiest way to enjoy Air Fryer Zucchini, no breading required! Air Fryer Zucchini Chips with Spicy Sriracha Dipping Sauce. A fun snack, appetizer or side-dish.
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Bean Dip & Tortilla Chips
Did someone say bean dip? This vegan bean dip is hot, zesty, and full of deliciousness. It’s packed with cooked pinto beans, garlic, onions, and cumin for a bit of a kick. It makes other party dips look bland!
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Queso Dip
Vegan Queso Dip! This healthy queso dip is a must for tacos, nachos, burrito bowls and more. Dairy-free, vegan and ready in just minutes.
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Hummus Sandwich
Do you miss the thrill of a BLT after going meat free? Here’s a sandwich to get you going! Check out this hummus sandwich, which comprises beetroot hummus, spinach, avocado, cucumber and… yep, you guessed it… a bagel!
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Eggs & Cress Sandwich
Nothing screams healthy and quick lunch like this egg and cress sandwich. This is the best egg and cress sandwich recipe around and it sets apart from the traditional heavy egg and mayo sandwich recipe. The addition of the cress makes this the type of sandwich that you can easily serve at a lady’s luncheon with some afternoon tea. What I enjoy most about this recipe is that you don’t need a lot of ingredients to make this egg sandwich.
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Onion Dip with Baked Potato Chips
Happy Friday! I made you a dip to celebrate. A beautiful bowl of creamy caramelized onions with homemade crispy potato chips. Admittedly, this recipe is mostly for BL. I wasn’t even planning on sharing it here, but after having it requested from both my mom and sisters, I figured there were others out there who would also enjoy it. Salty snack lovers, this one is for you.
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Snack Board
Yes, we’re turning a snack plate into dinner! And why not? It’s quick and easy (ready in less than 10 minutes); balanced (with a variety of foods); and requires NO cooking (perfect for casual meals and outdoor picnics). Pull together a variety of ingredients and arrange on your snack board.
Reminder: snack boards can be cutting boards, a sheet pan, muffin tins, or even just put out on the table, though I like grouping everything together.
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Grazing Platter
Create the best Grazing Platter for family friends in no time with my helpful tips and tricks to make everything easier! Great for snacks for entertaining any season! It’s also perfect for a quiet night in, when you don’t want to cook!
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Shrimp Dip with Canned Shrimp
This Shrimp Dip with Canned Shrimp literally takes 10 minutes, hands on time! Great for summer BBQ’s, tailgating or any occasion when you need an easy appetizer! Added bonus? Everyone loves this dip!
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Coconut Shrimp
This Coconut Shrimp Recipe has a fun twist with Lemon Marmalade Dipping Sauce! It is so easy and delicious and has a tropical flair!
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Cocktail Sauce
Cocktail Sauce is so easy to make at home! This Homemade Cocktail Sauce literally takes 2 minutes and 5 ingredients that you already have in the fridge! I can just about guarantee you, that if you love food, you have these ingredients in your refrigerator, as we speak!
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Chili Cheese Dip
This easy chili cheese dip recipe is made with just 3 ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s rich, creamy, and cheesy for the ultimate game day appetizer!
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Shrimp Dip
Ready to add some flavor to your next gathering? Our creamy, irresistible shrimp dip recipe is bound to be a showstopper. It’s the abundance of shrimp, creamy texture, cheesiness, and zesty taste that will make you swoon with delight. Whip up this delicious dip for your guests and watch it disappear in minutes.
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Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Get ready to indulge in pepperoni pizza dip – your new favorite appetizer! From the savory pepperoni to the melty cheese and flavorful marinara sauce, this pizza dip has it all. Serve it with corn chips, pita chips, crackers, or bread sticks for maximum satisfaction, and everyone will ask for more.
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Roasted Beet Hummus
I love all kinds of hummus but this roasted beet hummus recipe has got to be my most favorite. The slight beet flavor really complements the hummus, making for a beautiful and delicious dip.
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Lamb Sandwich
There’s nothing more satisfying than making a delicious leftover lamb sandwich. Who said that roasted lamb is just a one-hit wonder, right?
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Beetroot Dip
A vibrant dip with a beautiful flavour and texture, this beetroot dip recipe looks incredible. It is the perfect accompaniment for simple finger food – from bread and crackers to vegetables and other snacks.
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Turnip Skordalia
My keto twist on a heavenly Greek classic, turnip skordalia is healthy, creamy, garlicky and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth fantastic. Best of all, it’s incredibly simple to put together.
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Beet Hummus
Healthy, creamy, easy to make AND it tastes like a dream. Appetizers just don’t come any more appetizing than beet hummus… and just feast your eyes on the color!
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Muhammara
With a perfect balance of savory, sweet, smoky, spicy and nutty flavors, muhammara is the dip that keeps on giving! It’s a very simple recipe that combines roasted peppers, walnuts and select spices, for a one of a kind taste that’s perfect for the party season.
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Blue Cheese Dip
If you’re partial to a tasty dip for your chips, you simply have to try making your own. When it comes to homemade dips full of flavor, blue cheese dip is as tasty as it gets. It’s quick and easy to make, and the ingredients are very simple to get hold of. Try dipping some chicken wings into this sumptuous dip. You’ll be blown away!
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Mutabal
This eggplant dip is very similar to baba ganoush, with a few key additions giving it extra flavor. So, if you’re looking for an exciting eggplant recipe or want to try making a homemade dip, this recipe is for you.
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