When time is short during the week, you still want to put a delicious and satisfying meal on the table. The key is choosing recipes with a few, high-quality ingredients that come together quickly. A bowl of pasta tossed with garlicky shrimp, lemon and parsley is a perfect example. While the pasta cooks, you simply sauté the shrimp with garlic and olive oil, then toss everything together with the lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper.

Another fast, flavorful dish is sheet-pan chicken fajitas. Slice chicken breasts and vegetables like bell peppers and onions, toss with chili powder, cumin and olive oil, spread on a sheet pan and roast at 400 F until the chicken is cooked through. Warm tortillas, slice avocados, cilantro, lime wedges and any other favorite toppings and you’ve got a weeknight fiesta.

For meatless Mondays, a simple tomato and white bean pasta hits the spot. Sauté garlic in olive oil, then add diced tomatoes, basil, oregano and red pepper flakes and simmer until slightly thickened. Toss with cooked pasta, white beans and parmesan cheese. Top with more parmesan and fresh basil. Comforting yet healthy, this pantry-friendly pasta comes together in about 20 minutes.

Eggs are always a good option for a quick meal. A frittata with cheese, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes is satisfying but not too heavy. Whisk a half dozen eggs and pour into a pan with the fillings. As the bottom sets, use a spatula to gently push the eggs from the edge into the center, tilting the pan to distribute the runny top layer. When mostly set, finish under a preheated broiler until puffed. A salad and crusty bread complete the meal.

A noodle bowl with sautéed bok choy, mushrooms and a poached or soft boiled egg is a delicious plant-based dinner. While boiling the water for the eggs, sauté the mushrooms, bok choy and garlic in sesame oil. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar or lime juice and chili garlic paste for spice. Pour the sautéed veggies over cooked udon or ramen noodles, top with the eggs and garnish with scallions, cilantro and sesame seeds. Hearty, healthy and satisfying.

Black bean burritos, quesadillas or tacos are a quick, protein-packed meal. Simmer black beans, then mash slightly with cumin, chili powder and lime juice. Warm tortillas, then fill and top with salsa, avocado, cheese, cilantro and the flavored black beans. Broil quesadillas or tacos briefly to melt the cheese. Serve with rice, salad or chips. The beans can also be used as a dip for chips or as a side for grilled meats.