Name: Lamb Souvlaki with Yogurt-Garlic Sauce
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp chopped fresh garlic; 1 1/2 tsp oregano; 3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 3/8 tsp kosher salt; 3/4 lb lamb, cut from the leg into 12 equal-sized cubes; 2 yellow bell peppers, cored and cut into 1-inch strips; 1 red onion, cut into 8 pieces; 16 cherry tomatoes; Vegetable-oil cooking spray; 4 whole-wheat pitas; 2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped; 1 fresh tbsp lemon juice; 3/4 cup nonfat Greek-style yogurt (such as Total brand); 1 tsp chopped fresh garlic

This image may contain Food Plant Animal Seafood Sea Life and Lobster

Didn't qualify for the Olympic team? Don't sweat it! You can still eat like you're in Athens. This dish, created by Jim Botsacos, executive chef at New York City's Molyvos restaurant, is a winner. It offers vitamins C and B6 and folate. Plus, you'll set the record for quickest grilling time. For dessert, we suggest a victory lap around the picnic table.

Recipe notes

Chocolate Guinness Cake

A generous glug of stout gives this snackable loaf a malty depth.

Super Seedy Power Cookies

As energizing as an energy bar, with a much simpler ingredient list.

Hot Honey–Glazed Salmon

This broiled hot honey salmon recipe results in sweet, spicy, glossy fish coated in a homemade hot honey glaze for an easy weeknight dinner or make-ahead lunch.

Golden Mushroom Soup With Orzo & a Pat of Butter

This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.

Caramelized Onion Pasta

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

Classic French Vinaigrette

Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

One-Pot Chicken Thighs With Cilantro Rice and Beans

This one-pot dinner cooks chicken thighs directly on top of a bed of flavorful cilantro rice studded with black beans for a complete dinner.