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!
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
Asian Noodle Salad
This Asian noodle salad is perfect for midweek lunches or larger gatherings.
Cauliflower Broccoli Ham Salad {Low Carb / Keto}
This broccoli cauliflower salad is the new low carb / keto lunch you're looking for!
Blackened Chicken Salad
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!
Avocado Salad
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.
Broccoli Meal Prep Salad {Low-Carb / Keto}
This broccoli salad meal prep recipe is our idea of meal-prep perfection!
Lettuce Wrap Sandwich with Ham, Tomato and Mozzarella
This low-carb Lettuce Wrap Sandwich is the perfect option for lunch on the go. Paleo, gluten-free and keto friendly!
Creamy Avocado Egg Salad
This avocado egg salad is made with simple ingredients and requires no effort. Easy, nutritious, and SO delicious!
Avocado Corn Salad Recipe with Feta
This Avocado Corn Salad is so creamy and flavorful - A light, yet satisfying meal!
Shrimp Avocado Salad
This healthy shrimp avocado salad for two tastes crazy good and is loaded with the freshest ingredients.
Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Piled with chunky chicken and veggies – makes for a light, yet satisfying dinner.
Spring Roll Noodle Salad
This easy noodle salad recipe is packed with vitamins and perfect for spring nights.
Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Healthy Lettuce Wraps made with shrimp, freshly chopped vegetables and a delicious peanut butter sauce - Overflowing with flavors and textures!
Ham and Cheese Barley Salad
This flavor-packed barley salad is sure to keep you full until dinner.
Quinoa and Cucumber Noodles Salad With Avocado Dressing
A protein-rich salad that will quickly become a weekday staple.
Grilled Chicken Salad with Cabbage and Raspberry Balsamic Dressing
This grilled chicken salad keeps you both refreshed and satisfied throughout hot summer days.
Spring Salad Waffles
A rainbow of power veggies on top of a waffles breakfast favorite for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Spicy Pineapple Tacos
Full of fresh flavors and perfect for a quick lunch or a lightweight snack
Easy Chicken Tacos
These Easy chicken tacos are better than take-out and ready in minutes. perfect for busy weeknights.
Avocado Shrimp Salad
This avocado shrimp salad recipe with lettuce and tomato, is THE BEST healthy salad meal. Perfect for lunch or any night of the week!
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