French Country Creamy-Cheesy Chicken Casserole

This tastes like a little bit of France in your home. This one has pasta in it so it hits Z3.5. If you make it without pasta you…

Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Jalapenos

I used to HATE Brussels sprouts. I couldn't even stand the smell of them cooking. I love them now, as long as they are…

Creamy Pasta Bake with Leftover Turkey

This is a dreamy, smooth pasta dish that uses little pasta but is still big on taste. Perfect way to use leftover turkey or…

Quick Asian Stir Fry

Dinner in 20 minutes or less! Promise! This dish is so easy, you can make it with beef, chicken or even shrimp.

Oven Roasted Pork Loin Chops with Barbecue Sauce

Even a novice cook can handle this one...and it’s only two pans! This also re-heats great for lunch the next day.

Spicy Chicken Enchilada Stew

This dish doesn’t have to cook long to bring you a hearty Mexican stew. It comes together in a flash. This also heats up…

Creamy Leek Pie

This recipe makes a yummy vegetarian lunch or side dish to go with a protein. I also put it in Zola to GO! because it can travel…

Shrimp with a Melon – Cucumber Relish

When it’s hot there’s nothing nicer than a refreshing meal like this one. It’s very easy and comes together in a flash. If you…

Lemon and Garlic Chicken Kabobs

This dish serves up nicely as a hot or cold item. I had mine warm for dinner and then for lunch they were great cold. They travel…

Beefy Pasta Casserole

Pasta doesn’t have to be banned from ZLife. You just need to limit it and monitor how you use it. If you keep in mind that a FULL…

Chicken Satay (Chicken skewers with peanut sauce)

You can serve these as an appetizer, a party buffet food, a lunch or even as a dinner option. If you have never had Thai food and…

“Almost” Fried Chicken

Looking for ideas for a picnic? How about almost Fried Chicken?

Zola’s Flaxseed Disguised Smoothie

I loved Plan Z dieter Steve’s idea of a smoothie incorporating flaxseed, so I invented one of my own too. Very similar.

Extra Easy Meal Ideas

Here's a list of very quick and easy dishes that you can prepare in minutes.

Chili

This is a great comfort food. Make a big pot and pack it up for lunches on future days for a nice hot meal on a cold day.

Tomato Leek Casserole

This dish re-heats just fine in a microwave or oven if you're taking it to work or another event.

Cucumber Salad

This is a great picnic dish or summer grilling party.

Roasted Red and Yellow Pepper Strips

You can make these in a large batch and store leftovers in the refrigerator. They reheat well and can travel well too. Eat them…

Tangy Coleslaw

Makes a great side dish with Zola's "Almost" Fried Chicken! Travels well for Zola To GO! and lasts for days in the refrigerator.

Chili Con Carne

This is a meaty chili with some veggies tossed in for crunch factor. Makes a satisfying lunch.

Chinese – American Chicken Salad

I serve this over shredded lettuce to make a larger salad.

Shrimp Cocktail Salad

On a hot day this makes an amazingly satisfying lunch or dinner.

Salmon Hash

Salmon hash can be enjoyed warm or cold. It will transport to work in a container quite well.