Healthy summer recipes are a great way to enjoy the season with fresh and flavorful meals. Popular choices include huevos rancheros, salsa, grilled chicken breasts marinated in zesty lemon and herbs, veggie burgers made from plant-based proteins like lentils, and many other amazing recipes that we try curating in this amazing list.

Healthy Summer Recipes

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These dishes taste delicious and provide numerous health benefits, making summer a truly exciting time for food lovers. Don't forget about vibrant summer salads, which can be packed with fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins for a satisfying and balanced meal.

Skillet Eggplant Parm

Ingredients

• ¾ c. plus 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 medium eggplants (about 1¾ lb. total), sliced ½" thick
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 ½ c. marinara sauce
• 1 ½ c. (6 oz.) shredded mozarella
• ¾ c. (3 oz.) shredded Parmesan
• ¼ c. packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
• ¾ c. panko bread crumbs

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Shroomami Burger

Ingredients

• CILANTRO-LIME SLAW
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• ¼ small head of green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 ½ tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds

SHROOMAMI BURGERS

• 1 lb. shiitake and/or oyster mushrooms
• 3 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 3 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided
• ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper, plus more
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 scallions, white and pale-green parts thinly sliced, dark-green parts cut into ½" pieces
• 1 (1") piece ginger, peeled and minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. sambal oelek or other red chili paste
• 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• ½ c. roasted, unsalted cashews
• ½ c. panko bread crumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp. miso (preferably red)
• 1 ½ tsp. rice wine vinegar
• ½ tsp. sesame oil
• ¼ tsp. MSG (optional)
• Kosher salt
• 2 tsp. vegetable oil, plus more
• 4 to 6 sesame hamburger buns
• Spicy vegan mayonnaise and sliced tomatoes, for serving

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Roasted Vegetable & Black Bean Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted root vegetables (see associated recipe)
• ½ cup cooked or canned black beans, rinsed
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• 4 corn tortillas, lightly toasted or warmed
• ½ avocado, cut into 8 slices
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• Chopped fresh cilantro & salsa for garnish

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Kale & Avocado Salad with Blueberries & Edamame

Ingredients

• 6 cups stemmed and coarsely chopped curly kale
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup halved yellow cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup cooked shelled edamame
• ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted (see Tip)
• ½ cup crumbled goat cheese (2 ounces)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon minced chives
• 1 ½ teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt

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Quick and Easy Summer Grill Bowls

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup Arugula
• ½ tablespoon Quality balsamic vinegar (7 g)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ⅓ cup Cooked brown rice (75 g)
• ½ cup Grilled chicken, chopped (100 g)
• ⅓ cup Grilled bell pepper, chopped (45 g)
• ⅓ cup Grilled zucchini, chopped (45 g)
• ⅓ cup Grilled pineapple, chopped (40 g)
• ¼ cup Grilled onion, chopped (30 g)
• ¼ cup Grilled corn, sliced off the cob (40 g)
• 1 ½ tablespoon Feta, blue or goat cheese (10 g, I used dairy free feta)*
• 3 tablespoon Dairy-free Herb Pesto, recipe below (45 g)
• Lemon, basil leaves, and salt and pepper to finish

Dairy-free Herb Pesto (serves 12)

• 1 cup Cilantro (40 g)
• 1 cup Parsley (30 g)
• 1-2 cups Fresh basil (30 g)
• ⅔ cup Dairy-free plain yogurt* (150 g)
• 6 tablespoon White balsamic vinegar** (90 g)
• ½ cup Toasted almonds (60 g)
• 3 cloves Fresh garlic, or frozen cubes
• Pinch of red pepper flakes
• Pinch of kosher salt and pepper

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Camarones Rancheros

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thriftandspice

Simple Turkey Burger Recipe

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ihearteating

Chipotle Lime Grilled Chicken With Mango Salsa

Ingredients

Chipotle Lime Chicken

• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
• 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
• 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts

Mango Salsa

• 2 cups diced mango
• ¼ cup diced red onion
• ½ cup diced red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

reciperunner

Chicken Caesar Wrap

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simplyscrumptiouseats

Coconut Lime Salmon

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biteswithbri

Italian Herb Chicken

INGREDIENTS

• 4 chicken thighs or chicken breast fillets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil + more for frying
• 2 tablespoon apple juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil
• teaspoon dried parsley
• ¼ teaspoon dried sage
• ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

throughthefibrofog

Grilled Steak Tacos

Ingredients

seasonalcravings

Avocado Chicken Salad

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ihearteating

Salpicón Mexican Shredded Beef Salad

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef skirt steak
• ½ onion divided; 1 large slice and the rest finely diced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt plus more for seasoning
• 2 cups water
• 1 serrano chili; diced
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 4 small tomatoes; seeded and diced
• 1 avocado; sliced
• Black Pepper
• ½ cup cilantro; chopped
• 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
• Lime; juiced

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15-minute Pan Seared Salmon With Basil Tzatziki