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Don’t let satisfying meals weigh you down, these light summer dinners keep you satisfied and full with many bringing in fresh summer flavors and vegetables.
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From salmon and seafood dishes to hearty chicken and beef meals, these light summer dinners won’t weigh you down.
Baked Salmon with Mayo and Cheese
Tender salmon with a cheesy topping makes a light summer dinner idea the whole family will want to try. Serve it with your favorite veggies.
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Easy Sushi Bake
This sushi bake is an easy way to enjoy your favorite sushi flavors. Packed with rice, crab, and flavors, it’s delicious and easy to make.
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Easy Instant Pot Chicken Bites
With a seasoned coated, these chicken bites are easy to make in the instant pot and give you a light summer dinner option for the family.
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TikTok Juicy Chicken
Simple and easy, this juicy chicken is seasoned with a blend of spices that makes the chicken pop. Pair the chicken with your favorite sides or a healthy salad for a light summer dinner.
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Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl
Tender chicken and those classic egg roll flavors, this is served bowl style and skips the crispy breading so you get to enjoy all the flavors a chicken egg roll has to offer.
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Chilis Shrimp Taco
An easy dinner that’s packed with flavor, these shrimp tacos are light yet filling giving you a flavorful option for summer.
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Easy Turkey Bacon Ranch Sliders
If you want a light summer dinner that’s easy to make, these sliders are great for busy weeknights. The layers of turkey, cheese, bacon, and ranch creates a delicious combination.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Use the instant pot to make these garlic butter steak bites this summer. Since they’re made in the instant pot there’s no need to heat the stove and you get those amazing garlic butter seasoned pieces of steak you’ll love.
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Best Chicken Teriyaki Pineapple Bowl
A simple dinner idea that’s light and flavorful, this chicken teriyaki pineapple bowl is bursting with sweet and tangy flavors.
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Hot Girl Summer Salad
On those days when it’s too hot to do much cooking, you can make this hot girl summer salad. It’s an easy dinner idea that’s light and healthy.
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One Pot French Onion Pasta
Made in just one pot, this French onion pasta doesn’t have a heavy sauce but offers a blend of French onion and parmesan flavors for a delicious dinner.
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TikTok Ramen Noodle
A simple light summer dinner, this ramen noodle recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes so you also have a super quick dinner to throw together.
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Chicken Lettuce Wraps With Peanut Sauce
Lettuce wraps are a light summer dinner idea. They skip the bread and noodles to make them lighter. These chicken lettuce wraps are drizzled with a tasty peanut sauce for extra flavor.
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Tempeh Chicken Salad Sandwich
If you’re looking for a vegan dish that’s light for your summer dinner, these tempeh sandwiches are great for hot days when you don’t want to do a lot of cooking.
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Beet Flatbread
Simple, light, and healthy, this beet flatbread is a fun dinner idea that’ll be great for busy nights or hot days.
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Sheet Pan Tofu and Veggies
A simple meal idea for summer that’s light but satisfying, this sheet pan tofu and veggie spread is easy to make for the family.
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Crispy Tofu with Balsamic Tomatoes
With crispy tofu and cherry tomatoes all tossed with a balsamic dressing, this light summer dinner will be a family favorite.
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Vegan Stir Fry
A simple dinner that’s light and satisfying, this stir fryer is vegan, healthy, and delicious. It’s an easy dinner that comes together in no time.
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Air Fryer Salmon
With just a bit of seasoning, this salmon is cooked in the air fryer until perfectly tender and delicious. The salmon is a light dish that’s perfect for your summer meals.
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Air Fryer Steak Bites
Make steak bites in the air fryer for a healthier take on the popular version. Cook the steak to your liking and you’ll have a tasty dinner that’s light and delicious.
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Stir-Fried Leeks with Tofu
A mix of leeks and tofu stir fried until tender, this is a light summer dinner that’s satisfying and easy to make for the family.
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Easy Skillet Greek Lemon Chicken Thighs
Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this easy skillet Greek lemon chicken dinner is satisfying and delicious.
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Sheet Pan Easy Chicken Fajitas
Super simple, you can make sheet pan chicken fajitas for a filling summer dinner. The tender veggies and chicken are delicious.
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Lobster Caesar Salad
A homemade salad dressing makes this lobster Caesar salad pop and it comes together easy giving you a light summer dinner to enjoy.
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Easy Sheet Pan Gnocchi
Super tasty and easy to make, this sheet pan gnocchi is a filling but light summer dinner that’ll satisfy your taste buds.
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Simple, delicious, and tasty, these light summer meals are perfect for those hot summer days when you want a satisfying meal but don’t want to be weighed down.
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