The summer months call for dishes packed with lots of lovely fresh ingredients and our summer dinner ideas do just that. Whether you're barbecuing, dining alfresco or entertaining, our summer recipes for dinner have you got covered.
This salmon tart is perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch or light lunch. Puff pastry is topped with tzatziki, pickled radishes, avocado and smoked salmon. And the secret finishing touch? A drizzle of honey to offset the smoky salmon – delicious!
This hearty, Asian pork stew is slow-cooked, allowing its aromatic flavours to infuse for a tasty, melt-in-the-mouth main meal
Tabbouleh is a wonderfully flavoursome and fragrant sharing dish for summer feasts, but is delicious enjoyed all year round. This autumnal twist features sweet Cox apples and earthy kale. Keep it in the fridge for a wholesome lunch or serve it as part of a get-together meal.
Why not try this fun Caribbean-inspired twist on roast pork for your next Sunday roast? Using a Tesco Finest Salt-Aged Pork Crackling Loin Joint, coconut infused rice and peas and a fresh pineapple slaw, it's the perfect feel-good feast for the weekend.
Take a trip to the Mediterranean with this Spanish-inspired roast pork recipe. We've used a Tesco Finest Salt-Aged Pork Crackling Loin Joint that's rubbed in paprika and garlic. Serve with a nectarine and manchego salad, patatas bravas-style potatoes and saffron aioli for a dreamy Sunday roast or weekend feast.
Treat the family to hot dogs this weekend – make these caramelised onion hot dogs for a delicious dinner. Use Butcher's Choice frozen sausages and buttery brioche buns for a wallet-friendly meal, topped with sweet and sticky caramelised onions.
A quiche with a potato crust? Don't knock it 'til you try it! Naturally gluten-free and showcasing fluffy and creamy Maris Pipers, the smashed potato crust feels both on-trend and comfortingly familiar. This makes a great lunch or centrepiece on a sharing table – everyone will want the recipe!
This vibrant veggie quiche, featuring vibrant and nutty purple sprouting broccoli serves 8, so it's ideal for entertaining. Or enjoy it midweek and have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Bright purple sprouting broccoli pairs with flaked smoked salmon for a tart that makes for a fantastic Sunday lunch
Top crispy fried tortillas with slow-cooked, Mexican-spiced beef and a pineapple salsa in this street food classic. Making 10 tostada, this is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your summer gatherings, and you can even freeze leftovers.
This classic Italian salad gets an upgrade with the help of crispy, skin-on chicken breasts, salty olives and capers
This vegetarian Sicilian pasta dish is beautifully simple and contains 2 of your 5-a-day
Poultry and white wine are a match made in culinary heaven. Here chicken breasts are gently poached, then the is liquor used to make a creamy mushroom white wine sauce. Serve with new potatoes and delicious tenderstem broccoli.
Storecupboard ingredients are given a glow-up in this simple pasta sauce, using Tesco Finest sardines, tinned cherry tomatoes and chilli flakes
Prawn and fennel is a winning combination; try it in this easy orzo pasta one-pot
Chicken mince makes fantastic meatballs and this easy, healthy recipe also features grated courgette, which keeps the meatballs extra-juicy. If you don't have chicken mince, however, any other mince would work. A hearty yet summery family meal to add to your list!
Fresh and zesty, this fibre-rich bean salad is bursting with black beans, chickpeas, sweetcorn, mango, avocado and tangy feta—tossed in a zingy lime and olive oil dressing. Ideal for barbecues, picnics or an easy lunch.
Albondigas are smoky Spanish meatballs in a rich tomato sauce. We've given them an Italian-style twist by serving them with spaghetti for a fun family meal idea.
Crispy tofu, spicy buffalo glaze and vibrant edamame – this sticky, satisfying, high-protein bowl is plant-powered and seriously delicious.
Inspired by the iconic Green Goddess salad, this creamy silken tofu pasta is a midweek winner. Topped with crispy chickpeas for added crunch, this comforting, high-protein pasta recipe belongs in your weekly dinner rotation.
Use turkey mince to make delicious meatballs. Serve with fruity couscous and a dollop of Greek yogurt for a super quick and easy midweek meal.
Here's a clever, easy way to cook a family favourite in one tray. The sausages have a spicy kick, but you can always swap them for plain sausages if you're cooking for little ones. Plus, there's leftover sausages and veg for a frittata the next day!
This fab fusion dish will bring some excitement midweek! Inspired by the classic Italian pasta dish, this recipe features lamb leg steaks and a white bean salad that blends rich and comforting with light and fresh. A quick and easy dinner for two that's perfect for a cosy night in.
This one-pan wonder is on the table in just 30 minutes. It's bursting with the bright flavours of courgette, fennel and pesto that go perfectly with salmon. Don't skip the lemon wedges, they add a fresh zing to the plate - delicious!
Fresh tuna steaks are the perfect choice of fish for big, bold flavours such as miso and soy sauce. Here the flavour combo goes really well with this fresh and fragrant noodle salad for a speedy and tasty midweek meal.
Chef Nargisse Benkabbou shares her gorgeous Moroccan-inspired meatballs dish that makes an easy yet impressive get-together lunch or dinner. The warming spices and rich flavours all come together in just one hour. Serve with flatbreads and Nargisse's roasted cauliflower recipe, if you like, see below for recipe.
Dietitian Catherine Rabess's black bean burgers have a Jamaican-inspired twist with spicy jerk seasoning. Pack the patties into brioche buns with a classic homemade burger sauce and your favourite toppings - we recommend red onion and lettuce. These taste great served alongside sweet potato fries (see recipe below.)
A simple, homemade chicken jalfrezi that will have you tossing all those takeaway menus
These fritters are a versatile and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or as a tasty snack, a favourite among both kids and adults.
These fruity apricot rolls are the perfect sweet treat for your kids
Skip the takeaway – this classic Thai red curry recipe is simple to make at home. Red peppers and sugar snaps are added alongside the tender chicken for an extra helping of veg, plus this delicious one-pot dinner is ready in just 30 minutes.
Served with tomatoes, onions and crunchy cornichons, these homemade wraps combine spiced pork and turkey mince for a lighter spin on a takeaway classic.
Let your summer sizzle with our simple and delicious BBQ recipes - this sardines with zingy chilli, garlic and lemon fish dish is light, healthy and totally tasty