Cilantro

This zesty condiment is a wonderful addition to sandwiches. It also makes a great dip for raw vegetables and a superb sauce for fish.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A simple corn and cornmeal topping makes these halibut fillets a party entrée.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Pick up a rotisserie chicken at the market, or use leftovers to keep the preparation easy.

Sliced leftover cooked pork makes this quick pizza even quicker.

This recipe makes plenty of extra salsa to serve on tacos or with chips.

Paper clips are useful for tightly sealing these simple appetizer packages. Foil is a good substitute for the parchment. (Paper clips are not necessary with foil; just crimp the edges to seal tightly.) Be sure to discard any mussels that do not open.

This would also be good on broiled sea bass or red snapper fillets.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Here, sea scallops take an Asian turn when they are flavored with toasted coriander seeds, grilled, and teamed with a hoisin-orange sauce and vegetable salad.

This spicy-sweet salsa makes a delicious accompaniment to grilled pork, chicken, or duck.

Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min

This dip is also nice with raw vegetables.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Spinach, green onions, cilantro and chilies give the sauce its name--and lots of flavor.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Thai spicing brings new flavor to an avocado classic. Add more color by serving this in a large leaf of red cabbage.

Leftover roasted chicken or turkey makes this rendition of a popular salad a snap to prepare. It's made spicy by combining chilies with linguine, green onions, snow peas, cilantro and a peanut dressing.