80+ Summer Dinner Ideas

Grilled Steak is quick and easy to make with just 4 simple ingredients. This post includes an easy foolproof guide with grilling times and tips for delicious crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside steak that everyone will love. Let’s get grilling!

These easy Salmon Tacos are a great make-ahead family meal! Full of flavor, they only take 15 minutes to put together and are easily customizable to suit everyone’s tastes! They make a perfect summer meal!

Looking for a quick and tasty meal? These Instant Pot Hamburgers are a family favorite that’s so simple to prepare! It's a great meal to enjoy for a fun summer dinner party!

Making flavorful Bang Bang Shrimp at home is easy and affordable, so you can indulge your cravings for this popular restaurant specialty whenever the mood strikes!

Your whole family will love these easy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas! Homemade seasoned juicy chicken breast with smoky veggies makes a healthy and tasty summer dinner that comes together in just minutes.

This easy sheet pan gnocchi Recipe is budget-friendly, super tasty, and made with pantry ingredients. It's a flavorful, one-pan meal that's simple to make in less than 30 minutes!

This chicken caesar pasta salad is the perfect summer lunch or quick dinner! Easy to make in advance with pantry staples and a great way to use up leftovers, this flavorful salad is just the thing for bringing to potlucks, picnics and barbecues.

Your whole family will absolutely love this easy Chicken Fajita Salad! Homemade seasoned juicy chicken fajitas, crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, and a delicious cilantro lime salad dressing makes a great weeknight dinner that comes together in less than 20 minutes.

Taco Lasagna is a delicious casserole that’s the perfect mashup of Mexican meets Italian. Layers of seasoned beef, cheese, and tortillas are cooked to perfection in the air fryer or oven. A great weeknight meal that also freezes well for easy meal prep.

Air Fryer Salmon Patties are a quick and easy healthy meal that is packed with flavor. Cooking salmon patties in air fryer makes them nice and crispy on the outside, yet keeps them tender and moist inside.

This quick, easy, no cook and healthy Rainbow Vegetable Tortilla Wrap is packed full of colorful veggies and that kiddoes, big and small, will love. It is perfect for school lunches, brunches and when you are out and about.

These make-ahead Shrimp Foil Packs are full of juicy shrimp, quick-cook veggies, and everyday spices. The bonus is that they require minimal prep and no cleanup so it's perfect for an easy summer dinner!

Grilled Mackerel with Green Goddess Dressing is a super quick and simple, yet incredibly flavorful meal You probably have everything on hand already for this no-fuss, easy recipe.

Quick and easy chicken stir fry with noodles is so much better than takeout meal! Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a super simple and budget-friendly dinner the whole family will love.

Grilled Shrimp Salad is a nice healthy, light meal for the summertime. This Moroccan Grilled Shrimp Salad Recipe is super flavorful and is ready to serve in just 15 minutes!

This colorful and easy Grilled Chicken Salad is the perfect summertime meal. Full of juicy, moist coconut lime chicken, lettuce, cucumber, radishes and more and pulled together with a tangy Asian salad dressing.

Welcome to the best Chinese Chicken Salad ever with an easy, tangy Asian Salad Dressing. This colourful, Asian Salad has grilled chicken, crunchy vegetables and rice noodles and is ready in less that 10 mins for the perfect summer dinner.

Hawaiian Pasta Salad is sooooo quick, easy and inexpensive to make. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a taste of the tropics all summer long.

This Lemon Butter Salmon Pasta is quick, easy and simple and perfect for brunch eats and quick summer suppers.

Need a quick and simple dinner recipe for tonight? Try these easy Shrimp Tacos! Full of awesome Mexican flavor, they only take 15 minutes to put together and are easily customizable to suit everyone’s tastes!

These Grilled Lamb Tacos are fun, festive, and full of flavor! Perfect for serving at your upcoming 4th of July party, backyard bash, or for an easy summer dinner.

Mexican Potatoes is a zesty side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite Mexican-inspired main dishes. Whip up this easy baked Mexican Potatoes recipe for a Taco Tuesday you won’t forget!

Classic tomato feta salad gets a colorful and flavorful upgrade with the addition of peaches and strawberries. This gorgeous tomato and feta salad is a delicious stand-alone meal that’s perfect for summer!

Salmon Croquettes are a classic Southern soul food dish with an amazing crunch in each bite. This healthier take on a traditional Salmon Croquettes Recipe is super flavorful and super easy to make! Great for meal prep and freezer friendly too.

Baked tortellini casserole has all the flavors you love in lasagna without all the work! Delicious tortellini bake is comforting, and creamy, and can be prepared in a few minutes.

Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad is the perfect salad for summer. Easy to make and refreshing, yet satisfying, this colourful and flavourful pasta salad is ideal for serving up at summer picnics, parties, and dining al fresco.

These Crispy Vietnamese Pancakes aka Banh Xeo are easy to make turmeric and coconut milk pancakes that are fried to crisp perfection. Stuffed full of chicken and vegetables, crunchy bean sprouts and chilis and fresh cilantro, they make a great summer brunch option.

These Instant Pot Chicken Tacos are your next favourite supper! Made from pantry staples, they’re fresh, flavourful and so easy to make thanks to the Instant Pot.

Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate comfort food delight, the Walking Taco Casserole. With layers of flavorful ground beef, gooey cheese, and the satisfying crunch of Fritos, this dish is a guaranteed winner for both summer dinners and lively parties alike.

These grilled Lamb Kabobs are marinated in an aromatic and easy Mediterranean marinade before being grilled or barbequed or cooked over a campfire and served with fresh cut veggies for a light and healthy meal.

Experience the Ultimate Crockpot Chicken Fajitas Feast with Zero Hassle! This foolproof family favorite bursts with flavor, adapts to any palate and keeps your budget in check.

These Air Fryer Chicken Quesadillas are a quick and easy kid-approved meal. So easy in fact, the kids can make them on their own! It's such a fun meal for a summer night!

Chicken Caprese is chicken cooked to tender and juicy perfection and topped with melty mozzarella, a succulent tomato sauce, peppery basil, and a sweet balsamic. This dish is easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for a simple summer dinner.

This Italian Chopped Salad is packed with color and flavor! It’s easy to make and versatile, just the thing for serving for no-cook summer dinners, backyard parties, or potlucks and picnics.

6 simple ingredients make up this full of flavor grilled pomegranate harissa chicken dish! It's a delicious meal for a summer dinner!

Calling all pickle lovers! This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a classic cold pasta salad with a tangy twist. Quick and easy to make, this tangy pasta salad recipe is just the thing for serving at those backyard barbecues, summer picnics and taking to potlucks.

Savor the irresistible flavors of a grilled chicken wrap filled with smooth avocado spread, zesty feta cheese, and a vibrant mix of chopped vegetables. Quick and easy, these grilled chicken wraps are the perfect summer lunch or light dinner.

Dive into this timeless wedge salad recipe and elevate your salad game! This wedge salad recipe features crunchy iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bacon, and chives, topped with classic blue cheese crumbles.

No need to order takeout when you can whip up this tasty and delicious sheet pan orange chicken in just 20 minutes. An easy one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Easy Grilled Shrimp Skewers are ready in less than 15 minutes and are packed full of tangy, savory, sweet, and spicy flavor thanks to a unique Korean gochujang marinade.

If you are a mushroom lover, this mushroom stuffed chicken breast is the meal of your dreams! Mushroom chicken makes an elegant dinner for two that’s perfect for special occasions.

Get ready for the ultimate in easy-peasy cooking with this Crockpot Salsa Chicken recipe. It’s the magic of just two ingredients, bringing you a light, healthy dish bursting with that unbeatable Mexican flavor.

This easy Spinach Soup recipe is loaded with spinach and a hint of ginger and made with coconut milk for a creamy yet light meal you can serve all year round. You only 7 ingredients to make this easy and delicious stovetop or instant pot soup with spinach.

Delicious Air Fryer Chili Nachos is a comforting cheesy meal that cooks in about 5 minutes, making it a great summer dinner or party snack that your whole family will love.

This easy Courgetti With Coconut Milk and Sundried Tomatoes dish is a tasty low carb recipe that is great for quick summer dinners.

Looking for the best Instant Pot chicken breast recipe? You’ve found it. This method produces flavourful, tender, perfect chicken breasts using fresh or frozen chicken. Excellent for meal prep and make-ahead meal solutions.

Learn how to cook lobster tails six different ways and you can serve up an impressive restaurant-quality meal in less than 15 minutes. It’s surprisingly simple to cook lobster tails in the oven or on the grill for a fancy summer party!

Instant Pot Chicken Nachos are a totally crave-worthy combo of Mexican and BBQ flavors. This easy shredded chicken nachos recipe is great for simple dinners, game day appetizers, and anytime snacking.

This 10-minute blackened shrimp will be one of the easiest meals you make. Great served as is or in fajitas, tacos, on pasta or salads and perfect for meal prep or quick summer dinners.

This 10-minute blackened salmon recipe is bold, smoky, crusty and over the top delicious. You only need 2 basic ingredients to make this flavorful Southern-style dish that the entire family is sure to love.

Instant Pot Pulled Chicken is amazingly juicy and full of great BBQ flavor! So quick and easy to make, Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Chicken sandwiches are perfect for lunch or as an easy summer dinner.

Teriyaki Salmon and Salad is an easy and deliciously healthy meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Cook this stovetop or in your air fryer for a fantastic summer meal.

Falafel lovers, come check out this Easy Falafel Recipe with Ramps (Wild Garlic). Because they are Baked Falafels, they are lower in calories than their traditional fried counterpart.

Italian Pinwheels are packed with delicious Italian flavors, all rolled up in a soft tortilla. They’re great for serving at any party or picnic or just for a tasty snack whenever you need one!

Flavorful Greek Potato Salad is a delicious twist on the classic. Made with oil and lemon juice rather than mayonnaise, it’s the perfect potato salad recipe for summer.

Experience the flavor of Greek cuisine with this easy Air Fryer Greek Chicken recipe. Juicy, herb-infused chicken paired with creamy tzatziki, ready in under 30 minutes, makes a perfect summer dinner!

Asian Grilled Chicken Tenders are flavorful and cook fast so they are perfect for serving as a summer dinner. Serve these grilled chicken strips with rice and stir-fried veggies or on a salad to make it a complete, family-friendly meal.

Grilled corn on the cob is incredibly easy to make and full of flavor. It’s the must-have side dish for summer barbecues, picnics, Memorial Day gatherings, and Fourth of July celebrations. Enjoy it as a delicious meal along with a salad!

Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast is an elegant meal with amazing flavor! It requires a minimal amount of prep, making it perfect for entertaining and even holidays, but also easy enough for a summer dinner.

Get ready to spice up your summer dinners with this colorful and flavorful Rasta Pasta recipe. It’s easy to make, filling, and incredibly satisfying. This jerk chicken pasta recipe is sure to become one of your go-to pasta dishes.

Tender and Juicy Creamy Mushroom Chicken is an easy one-pan recipe that’s simple enough for a summer meal, yet decadent enough for entertaining. This is one of the tastiest chicken and mushroom recipes you’ll ever eat.

Nashville Hot Chicken is a mouth-watering dish that will tantalize your taste buds. It is a unique blend of spicy and savory flavors that will have you hooked from the very first bite!

If you need a chicken dish that will impress, look no further than this Creamy Chicken Florentine. It’s easy enough to make for a summer supper, but fancy enough for special occasions. This one-pot wonder takes simple chicken dinners to new heights.

This Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Instant Pot Ham recipe gives you succulent and flavorful ham in just 30 minutes! Making ham in Instant Pot is perfect for your next summer party or fourth of July celebration.

Instant Pot Couscous is simple to make, flavorful, and so versatile! This delicious Israeli couscous Instant Pot salad recipe can be served hot or cold, making it a perfect side dish or stand-alone light meal.

If you are looking for a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for a potluck, backyard BBQ or family gathering you will love this Taco Pasta Salad with Doritos. It’s easy to double this recipe or make half a batch if you are just craving some Mexican-flavored goodness.

Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms is a classic comfort food meal! This Instant Pot Creamy Chicken and Mushroom is ready in less than 30 minutes, so it’s perfect for both busy summer dinners and Sunday suppers.

Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi is loaded with angel hair pasta, tender shrimp, and a buttery garlic sauce. This flavorful 15-minute pasta dish is a great restaurant-quality recipe that cooks quickly and has incredible flavor.

Baked turkey meatballs are so easy and flavorful! This ground turkey meatballs recipe is perfect for meal prep and when you need a quick dinner on those busy summer nights.

Looking for healthy lunch or dinner option that is quick and easy to make? Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the answer!

This is seriously the best Dutch Oven Pulled Pork ever! You can make this easily in the dutch oven with minimal prep using everyday pantry staples to get juicy, tender pulled meat every time.

Mushroom Rice is hearty, satisfying, and full of flavor. Delicious served as a side dish, or you can pair this mushroom rice recipe with a green salad for an easy and complete summer meal.

Instant Pot Hibachi Chicken is the super easy summer dinner recipe you’ve been looking for. It really does not get easier than this delectable seasoned chicken and veggies all cooked in one pot. Serve it up with a creamy restaurant-style sauce and your family will be begging for more!

This Instant Pot Steak Fajitas recipe is full of amazing flavor, yet so quick and easy to make. All that’s needed is just 6 simple ingredients and a few minutes to make healthy Instant Pot fajitas that are perfect for dinner for those busy summer nights.

Slow Cooker Short Ribs are deliciously fall-off-the-bone tender that take less than 5 mins of prep work. These Korean Beef Short Ribs are a great option for elegant suppers, homemade takeaways and easy lunches too.

This Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich recipe is full of authentic New Orleans flavor! Mouth-watering fried shrimp served on crusty French bread and smothered with homemade remoulade sauce. You’ll be amazed at how quick and easy it is to make this classic southern style dish at home!

Chicken Fricassee is a classic French stew that is full of flavor! This chicken fricassee recipe is a one-pan meal made using everyday pantry staples.

Creamy Pea Salad is truly tasty and soooo easy to make. A no-fuss, low-carb side dish that is perfect for those busy summer evening meals.

If you’re craving a comforting and delicious meal that’s super easy to make, I’ve got just the thing for you – homemade hamburger helper! It's one of the easiest pasta recipes for the summer.

Eat this herbed quinoa salad for the perfect taste of summer. It's both delicious and healthy for you!

Get ready to experience the ultimate crispy indulgence with this Air Fryer Pork Belly. This recipe promises a delightful balance of tenderness and crunch, infused with a tantalizing blend of sweet and smoky flavors.

Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan is a deliciously healthy version of a restaurant classic. It is made easily and quickly using pantry ingredients in the air fryer and is perfect served with salad or pasta or as an appetizer.

This hearty and easy Instant Pot Goulash recipe, made with pantry staple produces perfectly moist and flavorful beef goulash, Hungarian style and can be enjoyed all summer long!

These delicious Air Fryer Chickpea Tacos are flavourful and colourful and quick to whip up. It’s an easy vegetarian dinner that uses everyday pantry ingredients and is perfect for summer dinners!

This refreshing and easy cucumber salad is whipped with the lightest chilli lime salad dressing. A great side salad for summer BBQ, Picnics, Potlucks, and more! Enjoy it with a main course for a complete and delicious meal!

These Buffalo chicken pinwheels are an easy-to-eat and easy-to-make way to indulge in spicy buffalo chicken flavor without the mess of traditional wings. Enjoy at a summer party or for an easy dinner!

Learn how to make juicy EASY Instant Pot Shredded Chicken! I give you the recipe for both spicy shredded chicken and plain shredded chicken and it is perfect for meal prep and make-ahead meals for busy summer nights!

Your whole family will love this Air Fryer Hibachi Shrimp Dinner. It’s so quick and easy to make this delicious restaurant-quality Japanese meal, it’s sure to become your new favorite go-to recipe!

5 Minute Basil Pesto Sauce is such an easy sauce recipe! All it takes is a few everyday pantry essentials to whip up this tasty and versatile sauce. Basil pesto is the perfect way to add tons of flavor to a pasta or a grilled meat!

These juicy Air Fryer Hamburgers are quick and easy to prepare with simple ingredients and cook in less than 10 minutes. Loved by the whole family, they can be customised with various toppings for a delicious summer meal.

Looking for the BEST gluten-free quiche recipe? You’ll love this Vegetable Gluten-Free Quiche! Enjoy this delicious recipe when you're looking for a great summer meal that fits your gluten-free diet!

Ham Roll Ups will be your favorite easy summer lunch solution! Super quick and easy to make, these tasty ranch ham and cream cheese roll ups are totally kid-approved.

Crunchy Asian Cucumber Salad is tangy, flavorful, and loaded with thinly sliced cucumbers. This easy cucumber salad Asian recipe is the perfect side dish to serve with all of your favorite Asian-style dishes and requires very little prep time. It's a perfect side dish to complete your main course!

Celebrate Mother’s Day differently this year with these fun, festive and super flavourful Salmon Black Bean Nachos. With a recipe this simple and totally fuss-free, your kids will can easily make it themselves! Perfect for serving up at your summer holidays!

With this Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Bowl recipe, you can indulge your craving for Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma flavour whenever the mood strikes. It really is quick and easy to make delicious meal for a summer dinner!

Love Pulled Pork? Well, I have got the easiest Spicy Pulled Pork Recipe for you today. It is tender and full of flavour and just perfect for sandwiches, tacos, salad bowls and easting straight up. Come on over and find out How to Make Pulled Pork on the BBQ or grill for your summer party!