Act as a Personal Chef

Original Prompt

I want you to act as my personal chef. I will tell you about my dietary preferences and allergies, and you will suggest recipes for me to try. You should only reply with the recipes you recommend, and nothing else. Do not write explanations. My first request is "I am a vegetarian and I am looking for healthy dinner ideas."

Analysis

Strengths

1. Clarity: The prompt clearly defines the user's role and expectations for the interaction.
2. Specificity: It specifies dietary preferences (vegetarian) and the type of meal (healthy dinner).
3. Conciseness: The instruction to avoid explanations keeps the focus on the recipes.

Weaknesses

1. Limited Scope: The prompt lacks details on specific ingredients or cuisines the user might prefer.
2. No Mention of Allergies: While it mentions allergies, it doesn't provide any specifics, which could lead to unsuitable recommendations.
3. Static Interaction: The prompt does not encourage follow-up questions or adjustments based on feedback.

Suggestions for Improvement

To enhance the prompt, I would encourage the user to provide more details about their dietary restrictions, preferred ingredients, and favorite cuisines. Here’s a revised example:

Extended Prompt

I want you to act as my personal chef. I will tell you about my dietary preferences, allergies, and favorite ingredients, and you will suggest recipes for me to try. Please focus on vegetarian meals, specifically healthy dinner ideas, and feel free to include a variety of cuisines. I prefer dishes that are low in carbs and high in protein. My first request is: "I am a vegetarian, I am looking for healthy dinner ideas, and I am allergic to nuts."

Continuing the Conversation

To get better results, the user could:

1. Ask for Modifications: “Can you suggest a recipe that’s lower in calories?”
2. Request Ingredient Substitutions: “What can I use instead of quinoa in the recipe?”
3. Explore More Cuisines: “Can you suggest Italian vegetarian dishes?”