23 Great Lunch and Light Dinner Recipes Perfect for Hot Weather

Lunch and light dinner recipes – The last thing most people want to do in the summer is to turn on the oven. At Eatwell101, we have the perfect solution for that:  a fine selection of light recipe ideas that will keep your cool, and get out of the kitchen quickly without skimping on nutrition with these hot weather recipes. Whether you’re a veggie- or meat-eater, we’ve got a main dish (actually 23) for you. From pasta salads to grilled chicken lettuce wraps,  here are our main dish ideas for a cooler and lighter dinner (or lunch) any day of the week. Enjoy!

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Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil 

Cooking time: 10 min

Packed with flavor, protein and veggies! This healthy chicken pasta salad is loaded with tomatoes, avocado, and fresh basil.
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Asian Noodle Salad with the Best Ever Ginger Vinaigrette

Cooking time: 0 min

Perfect for midweek lunches or larger gatherings.
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Cauliflower Broccoli Ham Salad {Low Carb / Keto}

Cooking time: 0 min

If you're looking for new low carb or keto recipes, you'll love this Broccoli Cauliflower Salad.
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Blackened Chicken and Avocado Salad

Cooking time: 15 min

Crisp and full of flavor, this easy chicken salad recipe with avocado is the simplest and healthiest meal you can make!
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Avocado Salad with Tomato, Eggs and Cucumber

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Fresh, healthy and super delicious! This flavorful avocado salad is perfect for your weeknight dinners of potluck contributions!
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Broccoli Meal Prep Salad {Low-Carb / Keto}

Cooking time: 0 min

This broccoli salad recipe is our idea of meal-prep perfection!
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Lettuce Wrap Sandwich with Ham, Tomato and Mozzarella

Cooking time: 0 min

This low-carb Lettuce Wrap Sandwich is the perfect option for lunch on the go. Paleo, gluten-free and keto friendly!
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Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Creamy Avocado Egg Salad with Crispy Bacon

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Easy, nutritious, and SO delicious! This chunky avocado egg salad is made with simple ingredients from your pantry and requires no effort!
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Avocado Feta Corn Salad Recipe

Cooking time: 0 min

So much creaminess and flavor - A light, yet satisfying meal.
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Chicken Pasta Salad Bowl

Cooking time: 0 min

Perfect for meal prep or a healthy lunch on the go.
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Easy Shrimp Avocado Salad with Tomatoes

Cooking time: 5 min

Fresh, easy, and filling — This healthy salad for two tastes crazy good and is loaded with the freshest ingredients.
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Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Cooking time: 10 min

Piled with chunky chicken and veggies – makes for a light, yet satisfying dinner.
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Spring Roll Noodle Salad

Cooking time: 0 min

Packed with vitamins and perfect for spring nights.
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Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Cooking time: 10 min

Overflowing with flavors and textures!
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Ham and Cheese Barley Salad

Cooking time: 0 min

This flavor-packed barley salad is sure to keep you full until dinner.
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Quinoa and Cucumber Noodles Salad With Avocado Dressing

Cooking time: 0 min

A protein-rich salad that will quickly become a weekday staple.
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Grilled Chicken Salad with Cabbage and Raspberry Balsamic Dressing

Cooking time: 15 min

This spicy combo keeps you both refreshed and satisfied throughout hot summer days.
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Spring Salad Waffles

Cooking time: 0 min

A rainbow of power veggies on top of a breakfast favorite for a healthy, satisfying meal.
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Spicy Pineapple Tacos

Cooking time: 0 min

Full of fresh flavors and perfect for a quick lunch or a lightweight snack
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Spicy Chicken Tacos

Cooking time: 0 min

These quick chicken tacos are perfect for busy weeknights.
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Healthy Lettuce Shrimp Avocado Salad

Cooking time: 5 min

This chunky shrimp salad with lettuce and avocado is a healthy and light meal, perfect for lunch or any night of the week!
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Spring Roll Meal Prep Bowls for the Week

Cooking time: 20 min

Eating great all week is as easy as opening the fridge!
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