Easy Paleo Dinner Recipes

Presenting the most easiest to cook paleo dinner recipes

Last we cover some interesting and healthy paleo breakfast, now we have brought to the platter some of the most delicious and easiest paleo dinner recipes for you...

Paleo Dinner Recipes: COCONUT COMFORT CURRY

Creamy, hot, and spicy. It’s the perfect dish for miserable Monday nights (only as far as you have your paleo grocery list ready ;) ). Ready in 10 minutes and full of antioxidant-rich herbs and spices to help you recover from the weekend.

• 1 14-ounce can of organic coconut milk
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• Coconut oil or ghee for the pan
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 pound raw shrimp
• 2 large handfuls of fresh spinach
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

PREPARATION TIME: 10 minutes
COOKING TIME: 10 minutes
SERVES: 4

1. Prepare the sauce by mixing together the coconut milk, curry powder, and grated ginger in a bowl. Set aside.
2. Stir-fry the onions in coconut oil or ghee for 2 minutes. Add the coconut curry sauce to the onions and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp to the curry sauce and cook until pink.
4. Finally, add the spinach and allow it to wilt down. Garnish with the cilantro and serve

Paleo Dinner Recipes: THAI SEA BASS SUPPER

No messing, no marinating—just a quick and easy way to infuse sea bass with tantalizing Thai flavors in 5 minutes.

• Coconut oil for the pan
• ½ chili, chopped (use a whole chili if you like an extra kick)
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• Large handful of fresh cilantro
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 medium bok choy, chopped
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 2 sea bass fillets
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste

PREPARATION TIME: 5 minutes
COOKING TIME: 5 minutes
SERVES: 2

1. Melt the coconut oil in a frying pan over low heat.
2. Add chili, garlic, cilantro, and ginger to the oil and stir-fry for 1 minute.
3. Add chopped bok choy and sliced zucchini to the pan, and toss to coat with the oil and spices.
4. Push the bok choy and zucchini to the side of the pan.
5. Place the sea bass in the pan skin side down, and after 2–3 minutes gently flip over the fish using a spatula.
6. Heat until fish is cooked through
7. Squeeze the lime juice over the fish and vegetables, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Serve with Cauliflower Rice

Paleo Dinner Recipes: Sweet Garlic Shrimp

This is another great supper in seconds. The key ingredient is the creamed coconut bar, which adds a hint of sweetness to the garlic sauce.

• Coconut oil for the pan
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 6 ounces raw shrimp, thawed (ideally wild, usually in the frozen section of supermarkets)
• 2–3 tablespoons Tomato Sauce (page 175 or store-bought)
• 1 tablespoon creamed coconut, grated from a block

PREPARATION TIME: 5 minutes
COOKING TIME: 6 minutes
SERVES: 2

1. Melt the coconut oil over low heat.
2. Add chopped garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Once the garlic starts to brown, add the raw shrimp. As soon as they start to change color, add the tomato sauce.
3. Grate the creamed coconut over the shrimp, and continue stirring until a creamy sauce starts to form.
4. Taste, and once you’re happy with the sauce’s consistency, serve the dish with steamed broccoli or a large mixed salad

Paleo Dinner Recipes: Fish in a Blanket

Whitefish is often difficult to get excited about. Pesto and prosciutto are a couple of quick ways to add flavor. The garlic-roasted cherry tomatoes add even more punch.

• 10 cherry tomatoes on the vine
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 5-ounce whitefish fillets
• 1 tablespoon basil pesto
• 4 slices of prosciutto

PREPARATION TIME: 5 minutes

COOKING TIME: 20 minutes

SERVES: 2

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place the tomatoes in a baking dish and sprinkle with the garlic; allow to roast for 20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, brush each fillet with pesto and wrap with two slices of prosciutto.
4. Place the fillets on a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked to your liking.

Serve with

Fresh arugula

Paleo Dinner Recipes: Pan-Fried Spicy Mackerel

Mackerel is a fantastic source of essential omega-3 fats, and it’s cheaper than most fish! Many people aren’t too keen on the strong taste of mackerel, so combining it with spices like cumin and black pepper makes the fish taste a little milder.

• 2 5-ounce mackerel fillets
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pats of butter

PREPARATION TIME: 5 minutes

COOKING TIME: 20 minutes

SERVES: 2

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place the mackerel fillets in a baking dish, topping each one with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and sprinkling with cumin and pepper. Then place a pat of butter (about a teaspoon) onto each fillet.
3. Bake the mackerel for around 20 minutes.

Serve with

Steamed spinach and Cauliflower Rice

Paleo Dinner Recipes: MACKEREL AND SWEET POTATO FISH CAKES

Another great way to boost your essential omega-3 fats. The sweet potato provides a milder tasting mackerel, so even if think you’re not a fan of the fish, you may well become one!

• 2 small sweet potatoes
• 4 teaspoons coconut oil or butter
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 peppered mackerel fillets, cooked
• Salt and pepper

PREPARATION TIME: 15 minutes

COOKING TIME: 10 minutes

SERVES: 2

You can also make these with Butternut Smash (page 157) instead of sweet potatoes.

1. Chop the sweet potato into small chunks, place in a steamer, and cook until soft.
2. Melt half the coconut oil in a frying pan, gently cook the onion in it, and remove from the heat.
3. Drain the sweet potato and mash until smooth and creamy. Add the chopped rosemary.
4. Break up the fillets, and add them into the mashed sweet potato. Mix in the cooked onion.
5. Form the mixture into fish cakes.
6. Melt the remaining coconut oil in a frying pan and place the fish cakes on the heated pan.
7. After around 5 minutes, flip the cakes over. These only take a few minutes on each side, so you need to keep your eye on the pan and be ready to turn them. They are ready when both sides are a nice golden brown.

Serve with

A large mixed salad

Paleo Dinner Recipes: MUSTARD SEED SALMON

Mustard seeds are a true superfood and, in our opinion, not used enough. They have been studied repeatedly for their anti-cancer effects and ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. This combination of spices, seeds, and coconut is great with any fish or poultry.

• Ghee or coconut oil for the pan
• 2 teaspoons white mustard seeds
• ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)
• 7 ounces coconut milk
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon English mustard powder
• 2 fresh chilies, chopped or 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 3 5-ounce salmon fillets

PREPARATION TIME: 10 minutes

COOKING TIME: 20 minutes

SERVES: 2

1. Heat the ghee or oil in a medium-size frying pan.
2. Add the mustard seeds and stir-fry. Once they begin to pop, add the fennel seeds and pour in the coconut milk.
3. Add the cumin, turmeric, mustard powder, and chopped chilies or chili powder.
4. Add the sliced zucchini.
5. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and then add the fish.
6. Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.

Serve with

Steamed vegetables

Paleo Dinner Recipes: BAKED TOMATO SALMON

You won’t believe how tasty this dish is, given how simple it is to prepare. The combination of spices does all the culinary work. This recipe also provides a fantastic range of antioxidants and our favorite anti-cancer spices: turmeric, black pepper, cumin, and garam masala.

• Ghee or butter for the pan
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Pinch of salt
• 4 5-ounce salmon fillets
• 1 cup or so of water or stock
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup Tomato Sauce

PREPARATION TIME: 5 minutes

COOKING TIME: 15 minutes

SERVES: 4

1. Add oil to a saucepan and sauté the chopped pepper and all the spices until the pepper softens.
2. Add the salmon fillets to the pan and pour in the tomato sauce and water or stock until the fish is completely covered.
3. Simmer over low heat for 5–8 minutes or until the salmon has cooked through.
4. Add lemon juice and serve.

Serve with

Chunky Zucchini Fries, or simply toss some spinach and kale into the sauce before serving

Dinner Recipes: Caribbean Jerk Salmon

Jerk seasoning can really transform any fish or meat. Even if you aren’t a big fish lover, we bet you’ll clear your plate.

• 1 teaspoon allspice
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne or chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• 4 5-ounce salmon fillets
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

PREPARATION TIME: 8–10 minutes

COOKING TIME: 20–25 minutes

SERVES: 4

As with all marinades, this tastes best when prepared in advance and the salmon is left to marinate for 2–3 hours, or even better for 24 hours.

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix all the ingredients except the salmon in a bowl. If using coconut oil, be sure to melt it first. Keep mixing until all ingredients are blended together nicely.
3. Coat the salmon fillets in the marinade and place in a baking dish.
4. Top the salmon with any remaining marinade and place it in the oven.
5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, depending on how well you like your fish cooked. This tastes great if you allow the salmon to crisp on top.
6. Garnish with cilantro.

Serve with

Cauliflower Rice or half an avocado for a healthy meal packed with good fats.

Lookout of for more breakfast ideas and recipes to come soon!