10 Summer Dinner Ideas

It's too nice outside to be stuck indoors stressing about dinner. Use these dinner recipes to add some spice to your weekday dinner menu. Family and friend approved.

Spiced Chicken Tacos with Avocado and Pomegranate Salsa

Spruce up your summer tacos with some fresh pomegranate salsa.
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Pasta with Sautéed Peppers, Zucchini, and Smoked Mozzarella

Put a fresh, summertime spin on spaghetti night with this delicious recipe.
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Cucumber Quinoa Salad

Thanks to fresh summer produce, this gorgeous salad is as fun to make as it is to eat.

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Sweet Heat Baby Back Ribs

Smothered on grilled baby back ribs, this Cheerwine glaze is finger-lickin' good. Better stock up on the napkins.
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Crab Hush Puppies

These cheesy crab balls are fried to perfection—don't expect them to last long on your dinner table.
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Sesame Lime Chicken with Spicy Thai Peanut Sauce

Get out the grill and whip up this scrumptious meal. This blogger recommends to make a double serving of the sauce
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—it's that good.

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BLT Pasta Salad

Swap out bread for bowtie pasta and mayo for ranch dressing in this tasty spin on the classic sandwich.
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Turkey Teriyaki Burgers with Grilled Pineapple

For a healthier option, turn to turkey patties. Pump up the flavor with juicy pineapple and teriyaki sauce.
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Sheet Pan Chili Lime Salmon

Bored with plain old salmon? This recipe kicks it up a notch (plus clean-up is a breeze!).

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Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs

Dress up your kabobs with some Hawaiian flavor.
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All recipes and ideas found at CountryLiving.com