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Summer dinners are a whole lot different than fall and winter meals. In the summer, you want foods that are light, fresh, and flavorful. I have some fantastic dinner recipes that are all perfect for summertime. Try them all and you may just have your best summer ever!
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
These Italian-style Stuffed Zucchini Boats are filled with sausage, marinara, and melty mozzarella. Kids love them because they taste like pizza! And you’re going to love them too because they’re a low carb dinner that helps you use up your zucchini harvest.
Go to the recipe: Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Grilled Chicken Kabobs are a summertime staple! Tender, juicy chicken and fresh vegetables are marinated in a zesty Italian dressing, before being skewered and grilled to perfection.
Go to the recipe: Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Corn, Avocado and Cilantro Salad
In-season corn, plus avocado, tomatoes, and cilantro makes for a salad I find it hard to stop eating! This dish works perfectly as a simple, juicy side dish at a barbecue; you can serve it alongside burgers for a healthy and fresh accompaniment. However, this Corn, Avocado and Cilantro Salad is so good I sometimes just slice up a loaf of French bread and eat salad and bread and butter for dinner. I don’t need anything else!
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Ham Tetrazzini
This Ham Tetrazzini is creamy, cheesy, and always a family favorite when there’s leftover ham in the fridge! Spaghetti is baked with ham and veggies in a savory cream sauce and topped with melty cheddar.
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Spinach & Cheese Quiche
This is a simple, low-fat version of the classic spinach quiche we all love but without butter and cream. It is light and fluffy and packed with a vitamin punch thanks to the spinach.
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Grilled BBQ Chicken
Experience the ultimate summer delight with our easy grilled BBQ chicken recipe. Juicy and flavorful, this foolproof recipe will make your outdoor dining a hit. Explore different marinades, follow our step-by-step instructions, and pair them with delicious side dishes for a winning summer meal.
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Crispy Chicken Cobb Salad
This Crispy Chicken Cobb Salad is dressed with an amazing homemade honey mustard dressing that really takes it over the top. We start with fresh produce like tomatoes, cucumbers, corn, and avocado. Then, we add tender lettuce and crunchy red onions to make this a memorable and satisfying meal. Perfect for summer lunches!
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California Grilled Chicken
California Grilled Chicken – marinated chicken breasts, grilled to perfection and topped with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and avocado then drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Perfection!!
Go to the recipe: California Grilled Chicken
Sauteed Zucchini and Tomatoes
This sautéed zucchini and tomatoes recipe is the perfect summer side dish! Light and healthy, it’s packed with fresh veggies, the perfect blend of seasonings, and beautiful, vibrant colors. Serve it on top of some cooked brown rice for a complete summer dinner.
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Creamy Tomato and Basil Pasta
Sticking to simple ingredients is always a good idea. Take this creamy tomato and basil penne pasta, for example. The creamy tomatoes create a rich and filling sauce that pairs perfectly with tender pasta. You won’t miss any meat in this meal!
Go to the recipe: Creamy Tomato and Basil Penne Pasta
Zucchini Casserole
After one bite of this zucchini casserole, you won’t think of zucchini as a boring or bland vegetable. Turn this side dish into a main course, and watch the whole casserole disappear. The parmesan and panko breadcrumb topping gives the zucchini a perfectly crisp texture, and the veggies make it extra filling!
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Crockpot Pulled Pork
Crock Pot Pulled Pork! A delicious pork loin is slow-roasted in the crockpot and topped with a delicious homemade barbecue sauce for an easy meal idea!
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Ham and Swiss Sliders
Sweet, savory, and oh-so cheesy, these sliders come together in 25 minutes and make for a handheld appetizer that doubles as a satisfying main course!
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Tomato Bisque
Silky, smooth tomato bisque hits the spot on a cold winter day. The creamy soup comes together in under an hour. Full of vitamins, nutrients, and fiber, it’s a filling vegetarian recipe guaranteed to keep you full.
Go to the recipe: Tomato Bisque Soup
Summer Salad Recipe
Bursting with seasonal flavor, this Summer Salad Recipe makes the most of summer’s fresh produce! Peppery arugula is tossed with fresh, buttery corn, strawberries, cucumber, and more to make a refreshing hot-weather dish.
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Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
This Stuffed Lasagna Spaghetti Squash is a fast and easy weeknight dinner. It’s the perfect, easy-to-create meal that even the pickiest eaters will love!
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Summer Pasta Salad
As its name suggests, this is an amazing pasta salad full of summer flavors! Rotini pasta is loaded with fresh tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and salty feta cheese, and tossed with Italian dressing. As a result, you get a satisfying one-bowl meal that can be served at room temperature. I love this Summer Pasta Salad for potlucks!
Go to the recipe: Summer Pasta Salad
All American Burger
Make these All-American Burgers for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, and your backyard barbecue will be the neighborhood party of the season!
Go to the recipe: All-American Burger Recipe
Zucchini and Corn Fritters
Zucchini corn fritters are made with two fresh summer favorites for a crispy, cheesy, all-around irresistible side dish!
Go to the recipe: Zucchini Corn Fritters
Summer Cobb Salad
This summery take on a traditional Cobb salad is sure to please. Full of fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, grilled chicken, almonds, and creamy avocado this is a super satisfying and healthy meal. I add blackberries and raspberries for a delicious twist.
Go to the recipe: Summer Cobb Salad
