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Ah, summertime! It's a wonderful season for backyard cookouts, county fairs, and trips to the beach. But for the Drummonds and many people across the country, it's also a time for unbearable heat. Summer is the busiest time on the ranch, with lots of (incredibly) hot days dictating (impossibly) early starts, Ree says. So it[s no wonder an easy lunch is a welcome respite. From make-ahead summer salads and sandwiches to grilling recipes that don't require you to turn on the oven, these summer lunch ideas are just what you need when the weather turns hot!
When planning a summer lunch, the key is to keep your cool—whether that means whipping up portable picnic foods to take with you to a shady spot in the park or sticking to classic summer recipes, like pasta salads, hot dogs, and burgers. Of course, if you're anything like Ree, you might want to enjoy your lunch early (before the heat really sets in). In the summer, we'll usually have a big lunch before noon—we do the cooking outside and keep the fixings cool and crisp. Try Ree's grilled steak wraps or homemade chicken burgers for a lightened-up lunch, then pair it up with seasonal summer produce, like tomato recipes, grilled corn, and a fruity twist on lemonade.
High Protein Pasta Summer Dinner Recipes
This recipe combines two lunchtime favorites: chicken salad and pasta salad! It has tons of tasty mix-ins, like juicy grapes and crunchy celery, plus the hearty addition of shredded chicken and pasta.
Make a big batch of tender, shredded brisket with adobo sauce early in the week, then use it for tacos as a quick weekday lunch. Just don't forget the toppings!
This hearty salad is delightfully refreshing thanks to summer produce like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Not to mention there's plenty of fresh herbs and a light lemony vinaigrette.
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This over-the-top sandwich is perfect for bringing to a picnic and sharing with your favorite cowboy. You can assemble it the day before, wrap tightly with plastic wrap or foil, and store in the refrigerator overnight.
Lean ground chicken often gets a bad rap, but these are packed with sour cream and chives for moisture and flavor. Top them off however you prefer: BBQ sauce, avocado slices, or even crumbled blue cheese!
Treat your friends to a light and pretty picnic in the park or set up a tea party at home (with the air conditioning). Either way, these tea sandwiches will be so much fun to make! You might want to serve them up with iced tea in the summer though.
Healthy Summer Lunch Ideas
A made-from-scratch ranch dressing gives this pasta salad its herby flavor and creamy texture. Once you start making your own ranch dressing, you'll never look back!
This recipe is everything you love about tacos in one bowl! And the best part is—it comes together in just 15 minutes!
Fresh dill and chives keeps this egg salad fresh and flavorful. You can serve it on a sandwich or over a bed of greens, but in the summertime, we like to take Ree's advice and scoop it onto a thick slice of seasonal tomato.
Easy Summer Dinner Recipes
One of the best things about this seasonal, savory pie is that it can be made a day in advance, refrigerated, and served cold or at room temperature for your next picnic. Another great thing about it? The beautiful summer tomatoes!
Grain bowls are perfect for lunch because they're easy to prep ahead and totally customizable. Swap the quinoa for rice, add a zesty tzatziki sauce, or use herbs from your garden. The options are endless!
These flavorful wraps are a great way to use up leftover steak. Simply wrap the steak in grilled tortillas with crunchy salad and homemade peanut sauce.
Healthy Lunch Ideas
Summer tomatoes and fresh mozzarella are a classic combination. Add roasted peppers, herby pesto, and toasted bread for a sandwich that's simple and delicious.
This cool, crisp salad gets a few additions (grilled chicken and crispy pita chips) which make it hearty enough for even a cowboy to enjoy.
Shrimp barely need any time on the grill at all! They cook up quickly in a matter of minutes so you can get lunch on the table fast! Serve them over a bed of greens for a refreshing salad.
Simple Summer Party Recipes
Make your afternoon cookout a little more interesting with chicken burgers topped with charred red onion, tangy pepperoncini, and creamy tzatziki (a Greek yogurt sauce).
Panzanella is a classic salad made with juicy tomatoes and cubes of bread. This version adds grilled shrimp for another summery twist.
Bacon-wrapped hot dogs are a cookout revelation! They're delicious with classic hot dog toppings or even some fun new additions like slices of jalapeño.
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Summer is a delicious time of year, but it’s also a time when I’m not eager to stand in the kitchen over the hot stove at dinner time, let alone at lunch time too!
Thankfully, seasonal produce is abundant this time of year, and it makes whipping up these delicious summer lunch ideas easy and fun. With this list, you’ll find tons of ideas on ways to add flavor and variety to your summer lunch menu, without spending too much time in the kitchen to do it.
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Get ready to plan your menu with these fantastic summer lunch ideas. Forget long cook times and hot ovens, and use these light and seasonal ideas to enjoy all the flavors of summer.
Celebrate the flavors of summer with this healthy and fresh vegetarian Summer Quinoa Salad! Featuring avocado for creaminess, strawberries for sweetness, walnuts for crunchiness, feta for that extra kick of flavor, and quinoa to make it more hearty, this salad has it all. An amazing maple lime mustard dressing is like a cherry on top!
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Filling but also light and nutritious, this falafel wrap makes a perfect healthy vegetarian lunch or even dinner. It’s stuffed with crunchy falafel, fresh vegetables, pickled red cabbage, and topped with creamy tzatziki sauce. So good!
This Crunchy Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad is a great way to celebrate berry season and beyond! Crisp celery, pecans and poppy seeds give this simple chicken salad a fun twist on the traditional chicken salad recipe.
This green bean, potato, and tomato packed Tuna Pasta Salad ticks all the boxes. It’s healthy and super nutritious, it’s light but filling at the same time, and it’s so delicious you will rush to thank me after tasting it. A perfect summer dinner!
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For all the crust-hating sandwich lovers, you’ll love these finger foods that are packed with different chutneys and flavor from Indian cuisine. These three different varieties of Indian-style tea sandwiches are inspired by British afternoon tea time and best served with friends and family over a glass of champagne or a hot cup of tea.
This tuna veggie wrap with hummus offers a hefty dose of protein with a generous serving of veggies. It’s the perfect nutritious lunch!
Fresh and easy, this Fattoush Salad is delicious as a side dish or a light summer lunch. This healthy salad recipe is anything but boring with a ton of veggies and a tasty lemon mint dressing.
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Juicy, ripe tomatoes, fresh summer herbs and tangy delicious mustard packed in flaky puff pastry: this French rustic tomato tart is the ultimate “Summer in a bite” for me.
Who said that healthy food can’t be delicious? These halloumi wraps are literally an all-around powerhouse of nutritious things and they taste so good you will be hooked immediately. Halloumi, quinoa, spinach, avocado, bell pepper, and a secret ingredient – fig mustard!
This Easy Lemon Pasta is fresh, light and delicious! Make ahead for easy summer lunches and feel free to add in some grilled chicken!
Minute Summer Lunch Recipes
This super simple chicken salad recipe is on repeat in my kitchen all summer! It’s tossed with a light mayo dressing, grapes, and pecans and comes together in just 10 minutes. I make it with homemade poached chicken but it’s also
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