Sometimes the most interesting and delicious dishes can be made from simple and affordable products. These recipes will help diversify your menu without spending a lot of money and time. All of them are simple, require a minimum set of ingredients and are suitable even for those who are just starting to cook.
1. Potato waffles
The result is a crispy and aromatic dish with a rich potato flavor, complemented by a delicate cheese note. Ideal for a snack or breakfast.
Ingredients:
- Potatoes – 4 pcs.
- Egg – 1 pc.
- Flour – 3 tbsp.
- Cheese (grated) – 50 g
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Vegetable oil - for greasing
Instructions:
- Peel the potatoes and grate them on a coarse grater. Squeeze out excess liquid.
- Add egg, flour, cheese, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat up the waffle iron, grease it with oil. Put a portion of potato mass and cook until golden brown.
- Serve with sauce or sour cream.
2. Egg Muffins with Vegetables
Tender and nutritious muffins with colorful vegetables. They are light, airy and perfect for breakfast or as a snack during the day.
Ingredients:
- Eggs – 6 pcs.
- Tomatoes – 2 pcs.
- Bell pepper – 1 pc.
- Greens (parsley or dill) – 1 bunch
- Salt and pepper - to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease muffin tins.
- Finely chop the tomatoes, peppers and herbs. Mix them with the beaten eggs, add salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into molds and bake for 15–20 minutes.
- Muffins can be served hot or cold.
3. Onion rings in batter
Ruddy and crispy rings with a soft center and an appetizing aroma. The taste of sweet onion is ideally combined with spicy batter.
Ingredients:
- Onion – 2 large pcs.
- Flour – 100 g
- Eggs – 2 pcs.
- Breadcrumbs – 100 g
- Salt, spices - to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
- Peel the onion and cut into rings about 1 cm thick.
- Beat the eggs, add some salt and spices. Dip the rings in flour, then in eggs, and then in breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve with your favorite sauce.
4. Toasts with cottage cheese and apples
Sweet and healthy toasts with soft cottage cheese, juicy apples and a subtle cinnamon aroma. Ideal for morning tea or a light dessert.
Ingredients:
- Toast bread - 4 slices
- Cottage cheese – 100 g
- Apple – 1 pc.
- Honey – 1 tsp.
- Cinnamon - to taste
Instructions:
- Spread the bread with cottage cheese. Cut the apple into thin slices.
- Place the apples on top of the cottage cheese, sprinkle with cinnamon and drizzle with honey.
- Bake in the oven or on a grill pan until golden brown.
- Sweet toasts are ready for breakfast or snack.
5. Vegetable omelette in the oven
A hearty and light omelette with a delicate texture and natural vegetable flavor, topped with gooey cheese. A great option for a healthy dinner.
Ingredients:
- Eggs – 4 pcs.
- Milk – 100 ml
- Frozen vegetables (broccoli, carrots, peas) – 200 g
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Cheese – 50 g
Instructions:
- Defrost the vegetables and lightly fry them in a frying pan.
- Mix eggs with milk, add salt and pepper. Place vegetables in a baking dish and pour the egg mixture over them.
- Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes.
- The omelette can be served as a separate dish or as a side dish.
6. Canned Bean Soup
A fragrant and hearty soup with soft pieces of beans and vegetables. It has a slight sourness from the tomato paste and a warming taste.
Ingredients:
- Canned beans - 1 can
- Potatoes – 2 pcs.
- Carrots – 1 pc.
- Onion – 1 pc.
- Tomato paste – 2 tbsp. l.
- Salt, spices - to taste
Instructions:
- Cut the potatoes into cubes, grate the carrots, and finely chop the onion.
- Fry the onion and carrot, add tomato paste and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes, fried vegetables and beans to a pot of boiling water. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve with herbs and a piece of bread.
7. Lavash rolls with cheese and herbs
Appetizing rolls with gooey cheese and aromatic greens. A light snack that everyone at the table will enjoy.
Ingredients:
- Lavash – 1 pc.
- Cheese (grated) – 100 g
- Greens - 1 bunch
- Sour cream – 2 tbsp. l.
Instructions:
- Spread the lavash with a thin layer of sour cream.
- Sprinkle with cheese and finely chopped herbs. Roll into a tight roll.
- Cut the roll into portions and fry in a frying pan until golden brown.
- Serve as an appetizer or light snack.
8. Vegetable pancakes with zucchini
Golden, tender pancakes with a light vegetable flavor. They are soft inside and go well with sour cream or yogurt.
Ingredients:
- Zucchini – 1 pc.
- Carrots – 1 pc.
- Egg – 1 pc.
- Flour – 3 tbsp.
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
- Grate the zucchini and carrots on a coarse grater. Squeeze out excess juice.
- Add egg, flour, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Fry the pancakes in a preheated frying pan until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve with yogurt or sour cream.
9. Pasta and tuna salad
A juicy and light salad with rich tuna flavor and crispy cucumbers. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients:
- Pasta – 150 g
- Canned tuna - 1 can
- Cucumber – 1 pc.
- Natural yogurt – 3 tbsp.
- Salt and pepper - to taste
Instructions:
- Boil the pasta until done, rinse with cold water and let cool.
- Cut the cucumber into cubes. Mash the tuna with a fork.
- Mix all ingredients, season with yogurt, add salt and pepper.
- The salad is ready to serve.
10. Eggless Chocolate Muffins
Airy and soft muffins with rich chocolate flavor. A great dessert for tea or coffee.
Ingredients:
- Flour – 200 g
- Cocoa – 2 tbsp.
- Sugar – 150 g
- Baking powder – 1 tsp.
- Milk – 200 ml
- Vegetable oil – 50 ml
Instructions:
- Mix flour, cocoa, sugar and baking powder.
- Pour in milk and butter, stir until smooth.
- Place the dough into the moulds and bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes.
- Muffins go great with tea or coffee.
These recipes will help you surprise your loved ones using the simplest ingredients. Enjoy!
