15 Amazing Summer Dinner Recipes
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Summer is not quite over yet, we still have a few weeks of gorgeous weather and one thing’s for sure. In the summer months, we certainly don’t want to be cooped up in the kitchen cooking these big extravagant meals. Which is why I’m giving you 15 totally delicious Summer Dinner Recipes that you’re going to love because they’re quick and super easy to make!
These recipes are perfect for any season, but since it’s summer, we should take advantage of all the great produce and make some healthy and delicious meals. From light pasta dishes, to tacos to sheet pan dinners, these dinner recipes will make you want to run to kitchen and start cooking.
So sit back, relax and scroll through my collection here, you’re bound to find some awesome summer dinner recipe ideas you’re going to want to make!
Bruschetta Pasta
Fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil come together with olive oil and salty parmesan cheese to make delicious vegetarian Bruschetta Pasta! It's a super easy one-pot recipe that only takes 15 minutes to make!
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Steak Tacos
Steak Tacos with Chimichurri Sauce – Tender steak cooked to medium-rare perfection, piled up into soft tortillas, and topped with a super easy and fresh chimichurri sauce. Add your favorite taco toppings, and voila! Dinner is served, and it's never been more drool-worthy.
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Caprese Gnocchi Sheet Pan
In under 30 minutes, this Caprese Gnocchi Sheet Pan can be on your table and ready to eat. It's the perfect one pan wonder weekday dinner for any busy family, that's filled with roasted cherry tomatoes, crispy gnocchi, and yummy bocconcini.
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Romanian Stuffed Peppers (Ardei Umpluti)
Romanian Stuffed Peppers made the traditional way with sweet Hungarian peppers, juicy pork, rice, and herbs simmered in a creamy tomato sauce. A family recipe that is pure comfort food.
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Beef Lo Mein (Better Than Takeout)
Skip the delivery fee and make restaurant quality noodles at home in just 30 minutes. This Beef Lo Mein features incredibly tender "velveted" beef, crisp fresh vegetables, and a glossy umami sauce that clings to every single noodle. It is a lightning fast 10 minute stir fry that is much better than anything you can order from a menu. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a total flavor bomb on the table fast!
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Salmon Quesadillas
Crispy Smoked Salmon Quesadillas loaded with guacamole, lots of cheese, and delicious smoked salmon. A weeknight-friendly dinner made with a handful of ingredients, all baked at the same time and ready in under 30 minutes!
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Chicken Ranch Burgers
Jam-packed with classic ranch dressing flavors, these char-grilled juicy Chicken Ranch Burgers are incredible! Seasoned perfectly with the surprise twist of ranch and gooey cheddar cheese, this 20-minute recipe is super easy to make and sure to impress!
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Sheet Pan Quesadilla
This Sheet Pan Quesadilla is one giant crispy quesadilla baked on a sheet pan, loaded with seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, peppers, and piles of melty cheese. This one's a weeknight winner, crowd pleaser, and fridge-cleaner all in one.
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Salmon Alfredo
The all popular Alfredo sauce kicked up a notch with some delicious smoked salmon and tossed with your favorite pasta. This Salmon Alfredo really is incredibly easy and simple to make and ready in less than 30 minutes! Quick, delicious, perfect for any night of the week!
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Chicken and Mushrooms in Creamy Dill Sauce
This Chicken and Mushrooms in Creamy Dill Sauce is perfect if you're looking for a quick yet mouthwatering dish loaded with chicken, mushrooms in a smooth and rich creamy dill sauce, look no further! This dish is quick, easy and comes together in just 30 minutes!
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Mushroom Sausage Sheet Pan Gnocchi
This Mushroom Sausage Sheet Pan Gnocchi is perfect for a busy weeknight! Crispy gnocchi, delicious sausage and lots of mushrooms all baked in one sheet pan, and finally topped with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Incredibly tasty, much faster and a lot less mess!
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Easy Chicken Fajitas
These Easy Chicken Fajitas will become your favorite weeknight meal! They taste even better than what you'll order in a restaurant. Homemade and ready in 30 minutes? Sign me up!
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Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
These Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas deliver juicy, flavorful steak and roasted peppers without a grill or marinade. Everything cooks together on one pan at high heat, making this an easy, reliable weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
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Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Delicious, crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites with a flavorful creamy garlic sauce, ready in less than 15 minutes. Make a dinner out of it and pair it with some cooked rice and your favorite steamed veggie. So good and so simple, you're going to love it!
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Sheet Pan Sausage And Veggies
Busy night, zero motivation, but still gotta feed the people? This Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies is my go-to. Toss it all on a pan, roast it until golden and caramelized, and boom, dinner’s done. Bonus: barely any dishes.
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Other Delicious Dinner Recipes
- Pecan Crusted Chicken
- Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta
- Beef Shish Kebab
- Black Pepper Chicken
- Southwestern Style Stuffed Peppers
