37 Summer Dinner Recipes

Easy Summer Dinner Meal Ideas

greek pasta salad

1. Greek Pasta Salad

The first recipe on the list shows you how to make the best Greek pasta salad.

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2. Grilled Chicken With Coconut-Lime Slaw

Try making this easy marinated grilled chicken recipe with rice. Topped with the best coconut lime sauce. A delicious recipe to make for dinner.

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3. Chicken Kabobs

This is the perfect summer recipe to make on the grill. The chicken is marinated to soak up all the flavors. Then you will place the chicken on skewer sticks along with your favorite summer veggies.

Get this recipe on Well Plated.

4. Shrimp Kabobs

Here is another tasty shrimp kabobs recipe for you to try. For this recipe, you will marinate the shrimp with their Mediterranean sauce. Then you will put them on skewers sticks and grill.

Get this recipe on The Mediterranean Dish.

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5. Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders

The whole family is sure to love these chicken tenders. This is a great recipe to make on the barbecue. Grill these chicken tenders and top them with a honey mustard glaze.

Get this recipe on Damn Delicious.

6. Skillet Sausage and Zucchini

This is an easy meal to make that you can get to the table in 20 minutes. It is very flavorful and uses a combination of smoked sausages and zucchini.

Get this recipe on Yellow Bliss Road.

7. Summer Rolls

If you are looking for a quick light and healthy meal this one is for you. This recipe shows you how to make rolls with avocados, mangos, and watermelons. You can dip them in a basil coconut sauce which is included in this recipe.

Get this recipe on Love and Lemons.

8. Cucumber Tomato Salad

This is the perfect light meal to make on a hot summer day. It is filled with cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. Enjoy with a refreshing Greek dressing.

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cucumber onion tomato salad

9. Strawberry Avocado Chicken Flatbread

This recipe uses naan bread and is topped with tasty summer ingredients like strawberries, avocados, and basil. The bread is topped with balsamic syrup.

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10. Beef Taco Salad

This is a great ground beef recipe to make for your summer meal. It is loaded with ground beef, seasonings, beans, corn, cheese, and other ingredients.

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11. Watermelon Cucumber Salad

This is a simple but delicious and refreshing summer salad for you to try. It uses a few simple ingredients and is easy to make.

Get this recipe on Dinner At The Zoo.

watermelon cucumber salad

12. Chicken Salad

This is a great filling salad you should try for dinner. It has everything you need for a complete meal. It includes grilled chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce, and avocados. They are combined with a simple dressing.

Get this recipe on Cafe Delites.

13. Caesar Salad

This recipe shows you how to make the best Caesar salad. It is filled with lettuce, croutons, and the best dressing.

Get this recipe on Natashas Kitchen.

14. Tuna Pasta Salad

Pasta salads are always great to make in the summer. This creamy pasta salad is easy to make and tastes great.

Get this recipe on Amanda’s Cookin.

15. Chicken Lettuce Wraps

This is a quick recipe you can get to the table in 30 minutes

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macaroni salad

16. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

This recipe shows you how to make a delicious creamy Hawaiian macaroni salad.

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17. Grilled Salmon

If you are looking for a healthy recipe to make on the grill you have to try this grilled salmon. You will only need a few ingredients to make this recipe.

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18. Grilled Ham Sandwich

If you are in the mood for sandwiches this is the perfect recipe for you to make. Grilled chicken is added to a sandwich with seasonings, bacon, tomatoes, and lettuce.

Get this recipe on Dinner Then Dessert.

19. Ramen Salad

This is a delicious ramen noodle salad you definitely need to try. It is filled with ramen noodles, cabbage, onions, and a delicious dressing.

Get this recipe on Barefeet In The Kitchen.

corn pasta salad

20. Corn Salad

This is the perfect salad to make for your summer dinner. It tastes so good.

Get this recipe on Dinner At The Zoo.

21. Tuna Wraps

Here is another simple tuna recipe you can make for dinner. Wraps are filled with a flavored tuna mixture.

Get this recipe on The Healthy Foodie.

22. Cucumber Salad

Use up your cucumbers and make this delicious cucumber salad. This is a creamy cucumber salad with added seasonings and onions.

Get this recipe on Lemon Tree Dwelling.

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23. Grilled Vegetables

This is a delicious recipe to use with your favorite summer vegetables. For this recipe, they use asparagus, tomatoes, mushrooms, corn, and zucchini. The vegetables are combined with a basil garlic sauce.

Get this recipe on Damn Delicious.

24. Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados

This is an easy creamy tasty avocado recipe. It is a great recipe to make on a hot summer day. Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients.

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25. Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Here is a great summer recipe you should try. For this recipe, you will stuff zucchini with delicious ingredients like turkey sausage, herbs, tomatoes, and cheese.

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26. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

If you like chickpeas then you are going to love this recipe. This is a colorful salad filled with a variety of ingredients like chickpeas, peppers, cucumbers, onions, and cheese. It is topped with a delicious homemade dressing.

Get this recipe on Well Plated.

27. Shrimp Tacos

My family loves to make these shrimp tacos. Simple and easy to make and great for a quick summer dinner.

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shrimp tacos

28. Greek Sheet Pan Chicken

This is a great recipe you can make all in one pan. It combines chicken with a variety of vegetables. This is a great filling and flavorful meal for the family to enjoy.

Get this recipe on Downshiftology.

29. Cauliflower Sweet Potato Burgers

Looking for a healthy alternative to your usual burgers? Try this healthy cauliflower sweet potato burger for dinner. It is very delicious and flavorful.

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30. Cauliflower Broccoli Salad

Here is a great broccoli salad that is loaded with bacon and cheese. Great side dish for your summer bbq.

Get this recipe on Valentina’s Corner.

31. Marinated Steak Kabobs

This is the perfect grilling recipe for kabobs. The steak is marinated and then is combined with onion, potatoes, and mushrooms which are then grilled.

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steak kabobs

32. Bacon Ranch Chicken Foil Packets

Foil packets are a great way to make dinner with less cleanup needed. This recipe shows you how to make the best chicken foil packets with a delicious ranch flavor.

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33. Grilled Lemon Chicken

Here is a great grilling recipe for chicken. The chicken is grilled to perfection which results in juicy and tender meat with a great lemon flavor.

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34. Oven-Baked Hot Dogs

You have to try these delicious chili cheese hot dogs. They are loaded with chili, cheese, and onions. The kids are sure to love this recipe.

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35. Korean Hot Dogs

Here is another delicious hot dog recipe.

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36. Best Burgers Ever

This recipe walks you through the steps needed to make the best burgers on the grill.

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37. Hamburger Steaks

This is a great hamburger steak recipe with a delicious mushroom sauce.

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