6 easy weekend recipes with a nutritious twist: Use avocado, walnut, broccoli and more

Add some drama to your weekend schedule with these easy recipes (Images: Canva)

Weekends are all about slowing down, relaxing, and catching up on much-needed rest. It’s the perfect time to unwind, which can mean staying at home, reading a book, or just sleeping in. Some might use it to cook elaborate meals, but if spending hours in the kitchen isn’t your idea of fun (and you still need to eat), quick and nutritious recipes are the way to go.

If you want to skip takeout and still enjoy a delicious homemade meal during the weekend, here are some easy recipes using wholesome ingredients like avocado, cottage cheese, broccoli, walnuts, and more. Here’s a perfect recipe for a simple, healthy, and a lazy weekend:

6 easy and nutritious recipes to make your weekend a hit:

• Spicy broccoli and cottage cheese stir fry: Sauté chopped broccoli and cottage cheese in olive oil with minced green chilies. Add salt, black pepper, and a dash of soy sauce. Toss in some crushed walnuts for crunch. Serve hot with whole wheat toast or enjoy as a protein-packed side.

• Avocado and cottage cheese toast: Mash avocado with salt and finely chopped green chilies. Spread over whole-grain toast and top with crumbled cottage cheese and crushed walnuts. Drizzle with lemon juice for a fresh, creamy, and crunchy breakfast or snack.

• Broccoli and corn tikkis: Blend steamed broccoli, boiled corn, green chilies, and a little cottage cheese into a thick batter. Add whole wheat flour, salt, and black pepper. Shape into small tikkis and pan-fry until golden brown. Serve with a yogurt dip for a crispy, wholesome treat.

• Walnut and avocado salad: Combine chopped avocado, blanched broccoli, boiled corn, and crushed walnuts in a bowl. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. This light, nutritious salad is perfect for a quick lunch or side dish.

• Green chilli and corn cottage cheese scramble: Scramble cottage cheese with finely chopped green chilies, boiled corn, and a pinch of salt. Add a handful of crushed walnuts for texture. Serve this protein-rich scramble with whole-wheat toast or wrap it in a roti (wheat bread) for a quick breakfast.

• Broccoli and walnut pesto pasta: Blend steamed broccoli, walnuts, green chilies, olive oil, and garlic into a smooth pesto sauce. Toss with cooked whole wheat pasta and mix in some crumbled cottage cheese. This creamy, nutty, and slightly spicy pasta is a comforting yet healthy meal.