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50+ Easy Light Dinner Ideas

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50+ Easy Light Dinner Ideas
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These light dinner recipes are easy on the stomach and low in calories, but will still leave you feeling satisfied. Featuring our favorite fresh ingredients, including salads, grilled lean meats, veggie bowls, and more, they are perfect for busy nights and save time on cooking and cleanup while delivering a wholesome, healthy meal everyone will love. Enjoy!

50+ Easy Light Dinner Recipe Ideas

50+ Easy Light Dinner Ideas - #light #dinner #recipes #eatwell101 - These light dinners recipes include our favorite fresh ingredients. Keep your meals lightweight all summer long with these tasty and light dinner recipes!

1. Garlic Butter Cod with Lemon Asparagus Skillet

Garlic Butter Cod with Lemon Asparagus Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-cod-asparagus-skillet-recipe

This cod and asparagus recipe will have you enjoy a delicious and nutritious dinner! Garlic butter cod with lemon asparagus - Healthy, tasty, simple and quick to cook!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

2. Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet (20 Minutes)

Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet (20 Minutes) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/blackened-shrimp-asparagus-recipe

These delicious blackened shrimp and asparagus take less than 20 minutes to make! Get the secret to this restaurant quality dish you can easily make at home!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

3. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato

Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-chicken-pasta-salad-recipe

A quick salad with rotisserie chicken, pasta, avocado chuncks, and juicy tomatoes. Enjoy for lunch or a light dinner at home!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

4. Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini

Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/asado-chicken-sauteed-zucchini-recipe

Delicious Asado chicken breast recipe is a winner for dinnertime! Forget dry chicken: Boneless chicken breasts are marinated then grilled and served with sauteed lemon zucchini.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

5. Cowboy Butter Chicken with Zucchini Noodles (15-Minute)

Cowboy Butter Chicken with Zucchini Noodles (15-Minute) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cowboy-butter-chicken-and-zucchini-noodles

Easy and delicious butter chicken recipe with zucchini noodles - You'll want to sip the sauce by the spoon!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

6. Shrimp Avocado Salad

Shrimp Avocado Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-avocado-salad-recipe

This healthy shrimp avocado salad for two tastes crazy good and is loaded with the freshest ingredients.

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

7. Garlic Shrimp Skillet

Garlic Shrimp Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-shrimp-recipe

We love making these shrimp when there's leftover rice to reheat. Perfect for a light dinner!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

8. Grilled Chicken with Chili Lime Sauce

Grilled Chicken with Chili Lime Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-chicken-with-honey-chili-lime-cilantro

Kabobs are not only for gathering and cookouts! There are an overlooked option for a weeknight dinner: Marinate, thread, grill and you're done!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

9. One Pan Shrimp and Asparagus

One Pan Shrimp and Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-shrimp-asparagus-recipe

Easy and flavorful, buttery garlic-y shrimp and asparagus are ready in 20 minutes. The whole family will beg for seconds on this one!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

10. Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/salsa-chicken-lettuce-wraps-recipe

These chicken lettuce wraps are so delicious - Citrusy, sweet, spicy, and savory all in one, the salsa that goes with grilled chicken will steal the show. Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

11. Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs

Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-and-broccoli-foil-packs-recipe

This shrimp and broccoli foil pack meal is ready in under 30 minutes. Shrimp is seasoned to perfection with lemon, butter, garlic and herbs. The easiest way to bake shrimp in your oven!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

12. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-thighs-and-green-beans-skillet

We like chicken thighs for the flavor, but for a leaner version, you can also use chicken breasts. This light dinner is ready in 30 minutes - even less!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

13. Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Rice

Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Rice - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-shrimp-parmesan-cauliflower-rice-recipe

This Garlic Butter Shrimp is Super nourishing and easy to whip up. The shrimp and cauliflower rice combination is a winner!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

14. Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad

Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-avocado-chicken-salad

This avocado chicken salad recipe is light, flavorful, and easy to make - Perfect Healthy salad recipe for your next barbecue or potluck!

Cooking time: 6 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

15. Pan-Seared Tilapia in Tomato Basil Sauce

Pan-Seared Tilapia in Tomato Basil Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/tilapia-recipe-in-tomato-basil-sauce

This fish dinner recipe is both healthy AND satisfying! This recipe works with any white fish: cod, halibut, sea bass, etc...

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

16. Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-shrimp-with-zucchini-noodles

This Lemon garlic butter shrimp recipe with zoodles is an easy and simple shrimp recipe that cooks in one skillet in just 10 minutes.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

17. Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus

Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-salmon-lemon-asparagus-skillet-recipe

This seared salmon recipe with asparagus makes a delicious and nutritious dinner. Healthy salmon is quick to cook and ready in under 15 minutes!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

18. Salmon and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Butter Sauce

Salmon and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Butter Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-salmon-asparagus-foil-packs-recipe

This Salmon and Asparagus recipe is all about the lemon, garlic butter sauce. With just a few simple fridge essentials in the right proportions, you can make a complete dinner in 25 minutes, perfect for any occasion!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

19. Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe

Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/tomato-spinach-sausage-pasta-recipe

Try this easy pasta dish for a great source of iron and enjoy it as a light lunch or supper.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

20. Avocado Corn Salad Recipe with Feta

Avocado Corn Salad Recipe with Feta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/avocado-corn-salad-recipe

This light salad will make everyone happy - especially when you had a feast the day before!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

21. Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-shrimp-broccoli-recipe

This garlic butter shrimp and broccoli skillet recipe is quick, simple, and big on flavor!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

22. Avocado Shrimp Salad

Avocado Shrimp Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-lettuce-shrimp-avocado-salad-recipe

Try this creamy and flavorful salad with shrimp and avocado, perfect for a quick lunch or a light supper.

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

23. Garlic Broccoli Stir-Fry with Pasta

Garlic Broccoli Stir-Fry with Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/pasta-broccoli-stir-fry-recipe

This broccoli stir fry recipe with pasta cannot get easier or quicker! It's loaded with flavor and ready in less than 30mn.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

24. Corn Chicken Salad

Corn Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-salad-recipe

Try this healthy salad recipe for a light dinner!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

25. Easy Cajun Pork Chops with Lemon Garlic Zucchini

Easy Cajun Pork Chops with Lemon Garlic Zucchini - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cajun-pork-chops-recipe

Juicy Cajun Pork Chops with Lemon Garlic Zucchini ready and on your table in less than 20 minutes!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

26. Baked Shrimp with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

Baked Shrimp with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-shrimp-recipe

This flavorful, low-fat shrimp casserole is easy to make and keeps very well in the refrigerator, so why not double the batch and have shrimp for light meal preps?

Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

27. Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Garlic Butter Glaze

Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Garlic Butter Glaze - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-salmon-skewers

This grilled salmon recipe is coated in a flavorful marinade - A perfect healthy grilling salmon recipe that’s done in 20 minutes.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

28. Blackened Chicken Salad

Blackened Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/blackened-chicken-avocado-salad-recipe

This blackened chicken salad recipe with avocado is crisp and full of flavor - Salad with chicken is the simplest and healthiest meal you can make!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

29. Asian Noodle Salad

Asian Noodle Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/asian-noodle-salad-recipe

This Asian noodle salad is perfect for midweek lunches or larger gatherings.

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

30. Cajun Sausage Shrimp Foil Packs

Cajun Sausage Shrimp Foil Packs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cajun-shrimp-sausage-foil-packs-recipe

This healthy dinner cooks in just one packet!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

31. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Zucchini Noodles Skillet

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Zucchini Noodles Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-chicken-thighs-zucchini-noodles-recipe

So much flavor and so easy to throw together! This skillet chicken recipe with zucchini noodles will make your weeknight way easier.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

32. Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet

Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/parmesan-spinach-mushroom-pasta-skillet-recipe

This parmesan spinach mushroom pasta skillet is super quick and impossible to mess up - The ultimate win for vegetarian weeknight dinners!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

33. 10-Minute Sheet Pan Steak with Lemon Zucchini

10-Minute Sheet Pan Steak with Lemon Zucchini - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/sheet-pan-steak-zucchini-recipe

A light and easy midweek steak dinner recipe, with just a little hint of spice and heat. You'll love it!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

34. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with  Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-bites-asparagus-recipe

This chicken bites and asparagus recipe is a winner for dinnertime. So much flavor and so easy to throw together!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

35. Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower

Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-turkey-with-cauliflower-recipe

This Ground Turkey Cauliflower is a rich and indulgent bowl of comfort with a healthy twist!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

36. Avocado Salad

Avocado Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/avocado-salad-recipe

Avocado Salad with Tomato, Eggs, and Cucumber is so easy to make! Fresh, healthy and super delicious, the best salad to add to your dinner table.

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

37. 10-Minute Pizza Zucchini Noodles with Marinara Sauce & Pepperoni

10-Minute Pizza Zucchini Noodles with Marinara Sauce & Pepperoni - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/pizza-zucchini-noodles-with-pepperoni-recipe

A complete low carb meal you will feel great about eating!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

38. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Zucchini Noodles

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Zucchini Noodles - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-bites-with-lemon-zucchini-noodles

These delicious chicken bites recipe is so juicy and tender you'll eat them hot right off the pan!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

39. Garlic Butter Sausages with Lemon Green Beans

Garlic Butter Sausages with Lemon Green Beans - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-sausages-lemon-green-beans

This easy sausage recipe with green beans is a complete dinner made in just one-pan!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

40. Healthy Roasted Chicken Parmesan Kale Salad

Healthy Roasted Chicken Parmesan Kale Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-chicken-parmesan-kale-salad-recipe

This wholesome chicken kale salad recipe is packed to the max with goodies!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

41. Grilled Garlic Mushroom Skewers

Grilled Garlic Mushroom Skewers - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-mushroom-skewers-recipe

The perfect side for a lightweight dinner.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

42. Baked Shrimp in Foil Packets

Baked Shrimp in Foil Packets - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-in-foil-packets-recipe

These Shrimp in Foil Packets recipe make a healthy, nourishing dinner with hearty flavors!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

43. Grilled Steak Kabobs

Grilled Steak Kabobs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-steak-kabobs-recipe

Skewers at the ready- these lightweight beef kabobs are marinated in soy sauce and Sriracha and served with lime slices.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

44. Sausage, Pepper and Cauliflower Fried Rice

Sausage, Pepper and Cauliflower Fried Rice - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cauliflower-fried-rice-skillet-recipe

A nutritious blend of flavors for a delicious dinner ready in 20 minutes.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

45. Grilled Chicken Breasts with Lemon Garlic

Grilled Chicken Breasts with  Lemon Garlic - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-lemon-garlic-chicken-skewers

Make the juiciest grilled chicken skewers with this easy chicken recipe. These grilled chicken breasts kabobs are made with marinated chicken and served with crisp asparagus for a complete low-carb, Keto-friendly dinner!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

46. Spinach Salad with Mozzarella, Tomato & Pepperoni

Spinach Salad with Mozzarella, Tomato & Pepperoni - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/spinach-salad-recipe-mozzarella-tomato-pepperoni

This spinach salad is healthy and delicious - So simple and perfect for a quick lunch!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

47. Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-brown-sugar-garlic-chicken

A light chicken recipe with a modern twist that'll win over friends and family!

Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

48. Grilled Zucchini with BBQ Sauce

Grilled Zucchini with BBQ Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-zucchini-bbq-sauce

Grilled Zucchini with the best BBQ Sauce is a quick and simple Grilled Zucchini recipe guaranteed to impress! Backyard barbecue, with a vegetarian twist!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

49. Grilled Chicken Salad with Avocado and Feta

Grilled Chicken Salad with Avocado and Feta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-lime-grilled-chicken-salad

This grilled chicken salad is the best option for an easy weeknight meal for two!

Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

50. Spring Roll Noodle Salad

Spring Roll Noodle Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/noodle-salad-recipe

This light dinner recipe can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator until serving.

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

51. Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad

Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/pesto-chicken-pasta-salad-recipe

This Pesto chicken pasta salad recipe is like a circus of flavors at every bite!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

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50+ Easy Light Dinner Ideas - #light #dinner #recipes #eatwell101 - These light dinners recipes include our favorite fresh ingredients. Keep your meals lightweight all summer long with these tasty and light dinner recipes!
50+ Easy Light Dinner Ideas - #light #dinner #recipes #eatwell101 - These light dinners recipes include our favorite fresh ingredients. Keep your meals lightweight all summer long with these tasty and light dinner recipes!
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