Summer brings to mind everything colorful, vibrant and full of life—like long al fresco lunches with friends, barbecues
in the backyard, lazing poolside with a cocktail
in hand and stretching out on the beach with the sand in our toes and hopefully a sandwich
beside us. You know, the best summer food
and drinks
!
These 46 recipes are proof that one of the best parts of summer cooking is that because there are so many great fruits
and veggies at their peak right now you don't have to do much to make light, healthful summer meals .
Related: Best Sandwich Recipes For Summer
What's Good to Eat on a Hot Summer Day?
When it's a million degrees outside, we crave light, easy recipes that will help us chill out (in more ways than one). With all the fresh summer produce
, salads
are great go-to—and there are plenty in this list to choose from—but there are so many delicious ways to make a light summer meal
.
Related: Easy Summer Salad Recipes For Backyard Barbecues
Healthy Summer Dinner Ideas
There are so many great healthy summer dinner recipes that it's hard to know where to start—or stop. Here's just a taste of what you can make.
Grilled food fans
can try Grilled Garlic Butter Mushrooms, Grilled Chicken and Pineapple skewers or Grilled Lime Salmon with Mango Salsa. And remember that noodles
don't have to be served hot. Give Cucumber and Cashew Noodle Salad, Pan-Seared Halibut with Zucchini Noodles or a Summer Roll Rice Noodle Bowl a try. Tacos are a favorite year-round. Come summer, go with seared shrimp or grilled fish instead of beef or pork.
Want more? Here are 46 easy (and healthy!) summer recipes that perfect for the season ahead.
Best Healthy Summer Recipes
Crab Salad Avocado Boats
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Get the recipe: Harissa Chicken and Lentil Bowl with Arugula and Herbs
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Heart-Healthy Salmon Tacos" loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/97cf62d91d3ae398a851e8812df17c20c3f2e4b2c9810e09275383ad8c734dfa/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w960%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F771ee38de2fea5068a0efba48df57b31" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Joe Keller
This taco recipe swaps fried fish for sauteed salmon, which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids known for reducing blood pressure and triglycerides. The slaw adds extra crunch and nutrients, thanks to vitamin K-packed collard greens and vitamin C-rich jicama.
Get the recipe: Heart-Healthy Salmon Tacos
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Krista Marshall
The honey lime dressing gives this fruit salad a sweet note without overpowering the flavor of the fruit.
Get the recipe: Honey Lime Fruit Salad
Grilled Salmon Tacos
Related: 65 Best Salmon Recipes For Easy Fish Dinners
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Amy Neunsinger
This cucumber kimchi salad has a clean, fresh flavor that's perfect for summer.
Get the recipe: Cucumber Kimchi Salad
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Nassima Rothacker
This noodle salad looks beautiful—vibrant and green—and it tastes so fresh thanks to the mint and lime. It's a great lunchbox option too. Just take the dressing in a separate little pot and stir it together when you're ready to eat.
Get the recipe: Cucumber and Cashew Noodle Salad
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Lucy Shaeffer
Chock-full of mouthwatering color and zingy flavor, this detox salad with lemon chia dressing is perfect for a cleanse.
Get the recipe: Detox Salad
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Mark Boughton
All the flavors we love from a Greek salad piled on a light, summer-inspired pizza.
Get the recipe: Greek Salad Pizza
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Alison Ashton
Colorful, crunchy and quick to make, this chicken Caesar salad is full of ingredients that are good for you.
Get the recipe: Cheater Chicken Caesar Salad
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Healthy Fitness Meals
This healthy chicken salad recipe is lightened up using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. So creamy, flavorful and easy to make.
Get the recipe: Healthy Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados
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Feasting at Home
A simple, healthy fish recipe served over lemony zucchini noodles with olive oil, garlic and Italian parsley, topped with sweet summer tomatoes. A quick and easy low-carb meal!
Get the recipe: Pan-Seared Halibut with Lemony Zucchini Noodles
Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing
Related: 50 Blueberry Recipes To Devour During Summer
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The Endless Meal
These grilled garlicky mushrooms are a super easy-to-make, healthy and delicious summer BBQ recipe. They make the perfect side dish recipe or meatless main course.
Get the recipe: Grilled Garlic Butter Mushrooms
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Joyous Apron
The perfect no-cook side dish for summer cookouts and dinners! Juicy tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella and fresh basil drizzled with tangy balsamic glaze.
Get the recipe: Caprese Salad with Avocado
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Savory Nothings
This salad is a quick and refreshing side dish for hot days. The easy homemade dressing and fresh herbs make this the best-ever summer salad!
Get the recipe: Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
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Downshiftology
This poke bowl recipe is made with ahi tuna, a tamari soy sauce marinade and sushi rice. It's delicious, flavorful, healthy and entirely gluten-free.
Get the recipe: Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
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The Girl on Bloor
This dish is like summer on a plate, made with mozzarella cheese, sliced plum tomatoes and fresh basil.
Get the recipe: Hasselback Baked Caprese Chicken
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Chelsea Joy Eats
These paleo fish tacos cook up quickly and deliver a spicy-and-sweet combo thanks to a simple dry rub for the fish and the tropical mango salsa.
Get the recipe: Paleo Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa
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Feel Good Foodie
A quick and easy summer recipe, this Mediterranean couscous dish is made with shrimp, tomatoes, feta, olives and capers for an irresistible lunch or dinner option.
Get the recipe: Mediterranean Couscous with Shrimp
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Blooming Nolwenn
These vegan rice paper summer rolls are perfect for a quick, healthy and delicious lunch or dinner. They only take 10 minutes to make and taste amazing with soy sauce.
Get the recipe: Vegan Rice Paper Summer Rolls
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The Girl on Bloor
These low-carb burger lettuce wraps are made with double-stacked patties sandwiched between layers of cheddar cheese and special sauce!
Get the recipe: Low-Carb Burger Lettuce Wraps
Zucchini Corn Salad
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The Endless Meal
Peaches are grilled until smoky and extra sweet and served with arugula, blueberries, candied curry pecans, and a honey vinaigrette.
Get the recipe: Grilled Peach Salad
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Lil' Luna
This bright and fresh pesto gnocchi will become your go-to summer meal. It's bold, full of flavor, and so delicious!
Get the recipe: Pesto Gnocchi
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Skinny Taste
A light and refreshing salad that requires no cooking! Lime juice and cilantro are the key ingredients to creating this wonderful, healthy salad you'll want to make all summer long.
Get the recipe: Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad
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Family Style Food
This fresh, healthy rice noodle salad is like a Vietnamese summer roll in a bowl— crisp vegetables, herbs and a spicy, tangy-sweet almond butter and lime dressing.
Get the recipe: Summer Roll Rice Noodle Bowl
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Evolving Table
Yellow squash and zucchini are baked in the oven to perfection with a crispy crust made from Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. This easy casserole is amazing for summer picnics and potlucks.
Get the recipe: Healthy Summer Squash Casserole
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The Seasoned Mom
Loaded with fresh seasonal produce, this easy ground beef dinner with summer vegetables is a simple and healthy dish that the whole family will love. Serve the meat and veggies with rice, pasta, or your favorite bread for a one-pot 30-minute meal!
Get the recipe: Ground Beef with Summer Vegetables
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Grilled Lime Salmon with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice
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Damn Delicious
This is truly the most amazing zesty cilantro-lime marinade ever. And the chicken comes out perfectly juicy and tender.
Get the recipe: Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs
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Recipe Runner
This pasta supper is perfect for summer! Simple ingredients, but tons of flavor thanks to grilling and the pesto lemon sauce. Serve it warm or cold for a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner!
Get the recipe: Grilled Chicken Asparagus Pesto Pasta
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Cupful of Kale
This creamy vegan pesto potato salad makes for the best summer side dish! New potatoes are tossed in a homemade pesto and mayonnaise dressing.
Get the recipe: Vegan Pesto Potato Salad
Grilled Zucchini Salad
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