31 Flexible May Dinner Ideas to Make with What You Have

Bright, elegant and, most importantly, simple, thesechicken thighsonly need one hour to turn juicy and crisp. Serve them over white rice so you don't miss out on a single drop of broth.

Once you've nailed theone-potpasta method, you can customize the recipe to your heart's content. Start with veggies that can be simmered, like tomatoes, and add crispy or fresh elements, like leafygreens, just before serving.

'Tis the season forpeasoup, but this one's a far cry from the bland, mushy kind you might be used to. Each bowl is packed with aromatics and four fresh herbs: parsley, mint, chives and dill.

All the richtomatosauce, bubbly mozz and juicy chicken you desire—minus the fussy breading and frying. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread for dipping.

Save theground beeffor another day and celebrateCinco de Mayowith these unconventionaltacosinstead. It's the grilledpineapplesalsa (and cashew-lime crema...) for us.

Can't find swordfish? Any firm whitefish, like Alaskan pollock, halibut or cod, can take its place. You could even usechicken, if you'd prefer.

Sure,mushroomsare divisive. But this savory pasta is tasty enough to convert even the staunchest 'shroom haters. Crown your plate with crispy shards ofprosciuttoand all the shaved Parm.

Take it from us: This nuanced twist on ranch dressing is a total game-changer. Pair it withburgers,grilled chickenor this salad, which is packed with omega-3s and healthy fats.

Does it get easier than apizzathat starts with store-bought flatbread? We think not. (This veggie-heavy recipe also has no measurements, so pile on the toppings however you'd like.)

The crust is made with whole-wheat flour, but since it's mixed by hand and pressed into the pan, you could really use any type of flour. (The tart is a great opportunity to transform any wilted herbs hiding in your fridge, BTW.)

We're not sure what we love most aboutsheet pan dinners然而,易于转换成分you'd like or being left with minimal cleanup.

Tarte tatin, a French pastry traditionally made with apples, is an easy way to impress your dinner guests (or um, your roommate). This nine-ingredient take stars multicoloredcarrotsandgoat cheeseinstead.

You only need a few pantry staples and half a pound of Italiansausageto transform store-boughttortelliniinto this soul-soothing soup. With the help of a pressure cooker, it'll only take you 30 minutes to prepare it.

This sheet pan masterpiece is a surefire way to wowMomon her special day. The key isspatchcockingthe chicken so it cooks faster and browns evenly. Take that, rotisserie.

What takes 15 minutes to cook and 30 seconds to devour?Shrimpin garlic butter, a simpleLatindish that's begging for a spot in your weekly rotation. It's only four ingredients away...

Frittatasare an excellent way to use up a farmers market haul or revive leftover produce, meat or cheese. Can't find squash blossoms? No big deal; they're mostly for looks anyway.

Want an excuse to flex your 2020bread-baking skills? Look no further than these fancy sammies. (Or save yourself the work by using store-bought focaccia.)

Forget the rock-hardveganburgers of your past: Today's meatless options are as satiating as they are flavorful. This six-ingredient marinated tempeh is delicious proof. Serve it atop a fresh, green salad, over a rice bowl or nugget-style with dipping sauce.

Give the underratedproteinnew life with the help of this saucy, balanced recipe. The grapes turn soft, sweet and jammy as they roast, making them the ultimate match for zingy mustard and sharp redonions.

Wanna learn to make pesto like Giada De Laurentiis? The sauce calls for pine nuts, fresh basil and a ton of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Even your kids won't mind the extra veggies, trust.

Thanks to our all-time favorite shortcut—a store-boughtrotisserie chicken—only 40 minutes stand between you and this one-pan stunner. We'll bring themargs.

We piled two of our favoritespringveggies onto a layer of lemony ricotta cheese atop a pillow of flakypuff pastry. And yes, we'll indeed be serving them for dinner with a side salad.

Shawarma is more about the spices than the veggies, and the good news is you probably have most of them in your pantry already. The mix of cumin, cinnamon, paprika and cayenne is nothing short of magical.

Behold: The most flexible, forgiving recipe of all time. Let this skilletmainbe a new home for any past-their-prime veggies, leftoverproteins, neglected grains and forgotten cheeses in your fridge.

Come spring, we'll jump at any opportunity to nosh onartichokes. And this mélange ofsnacksand spreads is arguably our favorite way to indulge. All you have to do is toast and season the pita—the rest is as simple as opening a jar.

There are so many ways to enjoy this dish: on a roll, topped with greens, with or without cheese. If we’re being honest, we’re mostly in it for the potato chips.

Sophisticated enough to serve at adinner party, simple enough to whip up on a weeknight. (We're talking a meal for six in 20 minutes, people.)

Pickykids(and adults) will have nothing bad to say about the sweet, tangy sauce. Lean on store-bought teriyaki if you must, but the homemade version will only take you 30 minutes of hands-off time—and last up to a month in the fridge.

Grilling is a must comeMemorial Day. Charskewersof juicyporktenderloin and cubed pineapple on the grates before topping them with sweet-and-sour sauce and chopped scallions. (We've got your back if you need helpcutting the pineapple.)

We'd be remiss to neglectradishesat the end of spring. Here, they're served pickled, acting as as a zippy, acidic foil to the candiedpepitasand creamy labneh.

Equal parts light, refreshing and filling, theserice noodle-filled rolls boastprotein-packed shrimp, veggies, fresh herbs and a tangy dipping sauce.