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.
These vegan summer rolls look impressive but they're super-easy to make and quick too, making them ideal for a summery lunch or light evening meal. Fry tofu until nice and crisp and roll into rice wraps with crunchy veggies, fruit and fresh herbs. It's a flavour and texture experience you'll want to recreate again and again!
Grilled halloumi cheese and crisp homemade croutons make this vibrant salad feel hearty and substantial. Served with a delicious warm tomato and chilli dressing, this salad is packed full of flavour too.
Blend the classic flavours of a Greek spanakopita together for a rich warm dip that's filling enough for dinner. Top with cheese and serve with crudités, crusty bread or a side of your choice.
Whizz up this salmon salad in just 10 minutes for a delicious and satisfying lunch or light dinner. We've used hot smoked salmon and mixed grains for ease and speed, alongside lots of lovely citrus flavours and fresh, fragrant herbs. You couldn't wish for a better lunch!
Crisp, buttery pastry with a fluffy, rich filling – what could be better than quiche for lunch? Our twist on quiche Lorraine is inspired by the flavours of a classic carbonara – a cheesy filling with crispy pancetta. Some make quiche Lorraine with puff pastry, but we’ve opted for ready-made shortcrust here, both for ease and for its rich, crumbly texture. Give it a go!
Inspired by the French classic tuna Niçoise, this bold and bright salad features smoked mackerel, which adds a lovely rich, aromatic quality. We've still included most of the ingredients of the much-loved Niçoise salad, including a quick and delicious dressing. Throw together in 25 minutes for a super-fresh springtime meal!
Shake up your chicken salads with this exciting Chinese-inspired recipe that's high in protein and gives 2 of your 5-a-day. Smashing a cucumber allows the marinade ingredients to penetrate throughout, creating bold flavour. Serve with vibrant, juicy bang bang chicken thighs for a fun, street food-style meal.
Smash burgers are a trend here to stay, and our smash burger recipe features lamb mince for a thin and crispy finish with a juicy middle. Whipped feta, lemon and fresh mint give Greek vibes, while the brioche buns add a touch of sweetness. This fab fusion burger is a must-try!
Soba noodles include some buckwheat flour, which has a distinctive nutty quality. It pairs beautifully with zesty, fragrant flavours – here we've added fresh coriander, spring onion, lime and green chilli for a big hit of flavour. This is lovely noodle salad for lunch or a light dinner for two.
This flavoursome pasta salad makes a great lunch on the go or simple spring dinner. Ready in 15 minutes, it uses leftover marinated courgettes (see tip, below) and budget-friendly tinned salmon, so it's a super-easy solution when hunger strikes!
This pretty galette is a feast for the eyes as well as being totally delicious! Brimming with fresh spring flavours, it's simple to make using readymade pastry and the herby, lemony courgettes and soya beans pair beautifully with the creamy ricotta. What's more, you'll have leftover marinated courgette mix for our pasta salad – see recipe, below.
Make this courgette orzo traybake recipe for a simple meat-free Monday dinner. Grating the courgettes into the orzo is an easy way to get your veg, along with plenty of chilli, garlic and spring onions for maximum flavour, all topped off with crunchy crout
This colourful paneer traybake is packed with veggies and full of Indian-inspired flavours. It tastes even better with warm flatbreads and raita on the side.
Roast a side of salmon with fresh orange slices for a perfect complement to the subtle flavour of your fish
Make frozen fish special with this Greek-style stew – perfect for Good Friday. Tender hake is cooked in a rich tomato sauce with potatoes and veg. Serve with crusty bread to mop up all the goodness.
We love the bold Mediterranean-inspired flavours in this vibrant spring salad. You only need a microwave and 20 minutes to make this delicious dish that makes a lovely light lunch, side or part of a sharing spread.
Everyone loves a frittata and the addition of sticky hot dog sausages makes it super-tasty! Using leftovers from our One-tray hot dogs with wedges, it's quick and easy too – a real winning dinner!
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!
Use leftover chicken thighs and fragrant Thai green curry sauce to create this fresh and zesty noodle salad for the perfect packed lunch or light dinner.
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.
This easy sausage plait recipe is a real family favourite, made extra special with fresh thyme, fragrant rosemary and sweet sundried tomato paste. Serve with a crisp green salad for a fuss-free crowd-pleasing meal or pack up for a delicious main at your next picnic.
This easy Bangladeshi-style cod curry delivers maximum flavour and makes for a speedy summertime meal. Pile on to fluffy rice and a squeeze of lime to finish.
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.
These fritters are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or as a tasty snack, a favourite among both kids and adults.
Slow cooking the pepper, courgette and onion gives a delicious velvety consistency that melts in the mouth. Serve with laffa-style flatbreads and feta for a super summer supper.
Stuff our cheat's paella into peppers for the perfect summertime dinner.
Upgrade baked sweet potatoes with a colourful zesty tuna salsa for an easy family dinner idea
Upgrade your beans on toast with this delicious Greek-inspired dish. Packing in three of your 5-a-day, this healthy dish makes a lovely lunch, light dinner or even a weekend brunch.
These chicken tacos are sunshine on a plate. Chicken mince and peppers are flavoured with coriander and lime, then topped onto tortillas with a tangy pineapple salsa
This colourful courgette spaghetti recipe is simple to cook and full of fresh flavours. Grating the courgette is super-easy and means it doesn’t need to be cooked separately – simply stir into the pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy ricotta.
This delicious summery dinner is like a posh tuna pasta salad but instead of tuna we've used smoked mackerel and dressed everything in a lemony, horseradish-spiked crème fraîche dressing. Use up any leftover mackerel for lunch the next day – see recipe, below.
Frittatas are the ultimate one-pan supper and a great way of using up leftover eggs and vegetables. This summery version is extra chunky and crammed with masses of roasted new potatoes, asparagus and spinach
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!