Rise and Refuel, New York, NY (2026)

07/21/2026

Garlic Lemon Herb Butter Shrimp

Description

This skillet shrimp is rich, garlicky, and brightened up with fresh lemon and herbs. It comes together quickly, making it perfect for a simple weeknight dinner with rice, pasta, or warm crusty bread.

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp fresh rosemary, minced
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then sprinkle with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Warm the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts.
Add the minced garlic, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds, just until the garlic smells fragrant.
Place the shrimp in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Pour in the lemon juice and add the parsley. Toss everything together so the shrimp are coated in the garlic herb butter.
Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite side, such as rice, pasta, or bread.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 310 per serving

Protein: 28g per serving

07/21/2026

Sunrise Protein & Fruit Breakfast Plate
Ingredients
4 eggs
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
½ cup fresh blueberries
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon butter
Optional: honey for drizzling
Optional: chia seeds for garnish
Instructions
Rinse the strawberries and blueberries thoroughly. Cut the strawberries in half and set the fruit aside.
Slice the avocado and season lightly with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk until smooth and well combined.
Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over low heat. Pour in the eggs and gently stir as they cook, creating soft, fluffy curds. Remove from the heat when the eggs are just set.
Transfer the scrambled eggs to a serving plate. Arrange the avocado slices alongside the eggs and add the strawberries and blueberries.
Finish with a little extra black pepper if desired. For a touch of sweetness, drizzle honey over the fruit or sprinkle with chia seeds before serving.
Recipe Details

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 13 minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 420 per serving

Protein: 20g per serving

07/21/2026

Creamy Parmesan Garlic Shrimp

Description

This creamy garlic shrimp is the kind of quick dinner that feels cozy and a little special without much effort. Juicy shrimp are tossed in a rich parmesan cream sauce with butter, garlic, lemon, and a touch of spice.

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then season them with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Warm the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and lightly browned. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining butter in the same skillet.
Stir in the garlic and cook briefly, just until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream, then add the parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Mix in the lemon juice, parsley, and red pepper flakes, if using.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently toss until coated in the sauce and warmed through.
Serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: ~470 per serving

Protein: ~31g per serving

07/21/2026

Sunrise Smoked Salmon & Avocado Brunch Board

A colorful breakfast plate loaded with wholesome ingredients and plenty of protein. Creamy avocado, fluffy eggs, smoky salmon, and crisp vegetables come together for a satisfying meal that's perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch or a nourishing start to the day.

Ingredients
4 eggs
4 oz smoked salmon
1 avocado, sliced
2 slices whole grain toast
1 tomato, sliced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
Handful of mixed olives
Handful of lettuce leaves
Fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ tsp chili flakes
1 tbsp butter
Instructions
Toast the whole grain bread until lightly crisp and golden. Set aside while preparing the remaining ingredients.
Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter along with the sliced tomato, red onion, avocado, and olives.
Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with a pinch of salt, and whisk until smooth.
Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over low heat. Add the eggs and gently stir until they are soft, creamy, and just set. Remove from the heat and season with black pepper.
Place the smoked salmon on the platter beside the vegetables.
Spread the avocado slices over the toasted bread or serve them alongside the toast.
Add the scrambled eggs to the plate and finish with chopped parsley and chili flakes.
Serve immediately while the eggs are warm and enjoy the variety of flavors and textures together.
Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 18 minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: Approximately 560 per serving

Protein: Approximately 30g per serving

07/21/2026

Creamy Garlic Salmon with Shrimp

Description

This creamy garlic salmon with shrimp is rich, cozy, and perfect for a seafood dinner at home. Tender salmon fillets are topped with juicy shrimp and a buttery parmesan cream sauce that tastes special but comes together fast.

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets
½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
½ cup chicken broth
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Pat the salmon fillets dry, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden on the outside and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Stir in the garlic and cook briefly, just until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are no longer translucent.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any flavorful bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Mix in the parsley and lemon juice, then return the salmon to the skillet or spoon the sauce and shrimp over the fillets.
Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: ~580 per serving

Protein: ~42g per serving

07/21/2026

Steakhouse Surf & Turf with Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

A hearty steakhouse-inspired meal that's surprisingly simple to make at home. Tender seared steak, buttery seasoned shrimp, fluffy mashed potatoes, and savory sautéed peppers and onions come together for a satisfying dinner that's perfect for a special weeknight meal or weekend treat.

Ingredients
1 ribeye steak (or sirloin), about 10–12 oz
8–10 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup heavy cream
1 small onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper or jalapeño, sliced
2 green onions, chopped
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp steak seasoning
½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes cook, pat the steak dry and season both sides with steak seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your preferred doneness. Transfer to a plate and let it rest.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the warm pot. Add 2 tablespoons butter, the heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Mash until smooth and creamy. Cover to keep warm.
Toss the shrimp with paprika, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, and a light sprinkle of salt.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until pink and lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet if needed. Cook the sliced onion and pepper until softened and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and red pepper flakes, then cook for another minute to blend the flavors.
Slice the rested steak against the grain.
Divide the mashed potatoes between two plates. Arrange the steak alongside the potatoes and top with the seasoned shrimp. Spoon the sautéed peppers and onions over the top and finish with chopped green onions.
Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: Approximately 780 per serving

Protein: Approximately 52g per serving

07/21/2026

Creamy Cajun Seafood Rigatoni

Description

This rich and cozy seafood pasta brings together tender shrimp, sweet lobster, and a velvety Cajun cream sauce. It feels special enough for a celebration but still simple enough to make at home on a weeknight.

Ingredients

12 oz rigatoni pasta
1 lobster tail, cooked and chopped
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tbsp parsley, chopped
Garlic bread croutons for topping

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Pat the shrimp dry, then season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Warm the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and lightly browned on both sides.
Stir in the chopped lobster and heat just until warmed through. Transfer the seafood to a plate.
In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and let it warm gently, then stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
Spoon the shrimp and lobster over the pasta, then finish with parsley, garlic bread croutons, extra Parmesan, and cracked black pepper.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: ~720 per serving

Protein: ~42g per serving

07/21/2026

Creamy Avocado & Egg Lunch Bowl
Ingredients
3 soft-boiled eggs, cut in half
1 whole avocado, divided (half sliced and half cubed)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup mozzarella cheese sticks or sliced cheese
2 cups green leaf lettuce
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then cook for 7–8 minutes. Transfer them to cool water, peel, and slice in half.
While the eggs cool, prepare the avocado by slicing one half and cutting the remaining half into bite-sized cubes.
Rinse the lettuce thoroughly and pat dry. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
Arrange the lettuce on a serving plate or shallow bowl. Add the avocado, tomatoes, eggs, and mozzarella, spreading everything evenly for a colorful presentation.
Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to your liking.
Serve immediately and enjoy a fresh, satisfying low-carb meal.
Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 18 minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 480 per serving

Protein: 27g per serving

07/21/2026

Creamy Lemon Garlic Salmon and Shrimp Skillet

Description

This rich and cozy seafood skillet brings together tender salmon, juicy shrimp, and a silky garlic cream sauce with a bright splash of lemon. It’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner but special enough to serve when you want something impressive at home.

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
½ cup chicken broth
1 tbsp cream cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp lemon juice
Lemon slices, for garnish
1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Pat the salmon fillets dry, then season both sides with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden on the outside and nearly cooked through. Transfer the salmon to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet, then stir in the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Add the shrimp and cook for a few minutes, turning as needed, until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside with the salmon.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any flavorful bits from the bottom.
Stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Add the parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir until the cheese melts into the sauce.
Return the salmon and shrimp to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over everything and let it gently simmer for about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and garnish with lemon slices before serving.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: ~570 per serving

Protein: ~43g per serving

07/21/2026

Creamy Garlic Chicken Spaghetti Bake-Style Skillet
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
8 oz spaghetti pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until just tender. Before draining, set aside a small amount of the cooking water.
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken strips with paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, making sure each piece is evenly coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until nicely browned on the outside and fully cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add the parmesan cheese and whisk until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat. Stir in the mozzarella cheese and continue mixing until melted. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
Return the chicken to the skillet or arrange it over the pasta before serving.
Finish with chopped parsley, extra parmesan if desired, and a sprinkle of chili flakes for a little heat.
Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 720 per serving

Protein: 45g per serving

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