When it’s WONDERFUL and warm outside, heavy food can feel like… well, a bit much.
You want delicious meals that are also LIGHT and refreshing.
Something that tastes AMAZING but doesn’t make you want to just nap afterwards.
Plus, who wants to spend HOURS in a hot kitchen?
That’s why finding easy, low-calorie options is KEY for summer.
I’ve put together a list of fantastic summer meal ideas, all low in calories.
These recipes are designed to be both tasty AND simple.
So you can enjoy every sunny day feeling your BEST.
1. White Bean Salad
This White Bean Salad is a light and refreshing dish. It’s super easy to make with simple pantry staples and features a zesty lemon garlic dressing. You can have this delightful white bean salad ready in just 10 minutes.
2. Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
Make delicious Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast with incredible speed and ease. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and simple meal that’s also gluten-free and low-carb. Enjoy a fantastic dish that fits right into your healthy eating plan.
3. Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
These Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos bring big flavor to your dinner table with almost no effort.
Just a few simple ingredients transform into tender, delicious chicken perfect for your favorite taco night.
Enjoy the magic of your slow cooker delivering a fantastic meal everyone will love.
4. Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs
Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs are incredibly simple to make for a quick and delicious meal.
This easy recipe uses just a few ingredients, making it perfect for your low carb, keto, or gluten free lifestyle.
You’ll have a fantastic dish ready in under 20 minutes.
5. Iced Borscht
Discover the vibrant taste of Iced Borscht, a truly refreshing beet soup. This chilled soup is the perfect light meal, offering a cool and delicious twist on a classic.
6. Grilled Tilapia
This Grilled Tilapia features tender fish fillets infused with a zesty marinade. Cooked quickly on the grill, this easy recipe creates perfectly tender fish. It consistently earns rave reviews from family and friends.
7. Grilled Turkey Zucchini Boats
Get ready for a fantastic and healthy dinner with these Grilled Turkey Zucchini Boats.
Filled with flavorful turkey, these grilled zucchini are a wonderful way to enjoy a wholesome meal.
You’ll love this satisfying take on grilled zucchini.
8. Healthy Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
Discover the Healthy Beet & Goat Cheese Salad, a truly delicious and impressive gluten-free option.
This healthy salad offers a restaurant-quality experience that leaves you feeling wonderfully light yet fully satisfied.
9. Burst Cherry Tomato and Ricotta Beans
Burst Cherry Tomato and Ricotta Beans are the perfect addition to your summer menu.
This healthy and simple meal delivers delicious flavors in every bite.
10. Easy Acai Bowl
Enjoy a delicious Easy Acai Bowl that’s perfect for a quick, healthy snack or breakfast.
This simple acai bowl recipe creates a thick, creamy smoothie with acai puree and frozen fruit.
Just add your favorite toppings to finish this refreshing treat.
11. Bruschetta Chicken
This Bruschetta Chicken recipe is a fantastic and easy dinner, perfect for summer.
Enjoy tender marinated chicken, generously topped with fresh tomato basil bruschetta, creamy mozzarella, and a sweet balsamic glaze.
12. Berry Burst Granita
Berry Burst Granita is a wonderfully refreshing treat, perfect for cooling off.
This icy dessert offers a vibrant, naturally sweet burst of fresh berry flavor in every spoonful.
13. Corn Salad
This vibrant Corn Salad is bursting with fresh flavors, featuring sweet corn and creamy avocado.
Tossed in a zesty cilantro lime dressing, this easy and colorful side dish pairs wonderfully with any protein.
14. Beef Lettuce Wraps
These Beef Lettuce Wraps offer a delicious and easy way to enjoy a restaurant-style meal at home. You’ll love the savory ground beef and fresh veggies served in crisp lettuce leaves. This simple dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
15. Dill Quinoa Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Dill Quinoa Salad with Lime Vinaigrette is a light and refreshing dish perfect for any meal.
This healthy and delicious vegan quinoa salad makes a wonderful quick lunch or easy side for a picnic or BBQ.
It’s wonderfully simple to prepare in under 20 minutes.
16. Shredded Tofu Tostadas with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
Get ready for a fantastic vegetarian meal with these Shredded Tofu Tostadas with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce.
These delicious tofu tostadas are loaded with flavorful shredded tofu, making them a high-protein dinner option.
They are perfect for a satisfying and easy weeknight delight.
17. Air Fryer Vegetable Spring Rolls
Enjoy the goodness of your favorite Chinese takeout right at home with these easy Air Fryer Vegetable Spring Rolls.
This recipe lets you create crispy, delicious vegetable spring rolls that taste just like the real deal.
18. Salmon Foil Packets
Enjoy simple, delicious flavor with these Salmon Foil Packets. Fresh salmon and tender vegetables are coated in a savory herb butter, perfect for baking or for amazing grilled salmon in foil. It’s an easy, healthy meal that also makes cleanup a breeze.
19. Grilled Chicken Kabobs Recipe
This Grilled Chicken Kabobs Recipe delivers the juiciest chicken and colorful vegetables.
It’s the easiest way to enjoy tender grilled chicken skewers, perfect for any meal.
20. Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Grilled Shrimp Skewers offer a quick and delicious dinner solution. These flavorful shrimp kabobs, marinated with garlic, lemon, and herbs, cook up perfectly in just 20 minutes, making them ideal for a busy night.
21. Healthy Burger Bowls Recipe
The Healthy Burger Bowls Recipe brings all your favorite burger flavors into a convenient, low-carb bowl.
These deconstructed burger bowls are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making them perfect for many diets.
You’ll love how easy it is to prepare and customize this satisfying and healthy meal.
22. Black Bean and Corn Salad
This Black Bean and Corn Salad is a vibrant and easy dish.
It combines fresh black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado with a zesty cilantro lime dressing.
This corn salad makes a delicious and perfect side for any meal.
23. Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers
Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and easy meal perfect for any night. This air fried stuffed peppers recipe quickly delivers a hearty and satisfying dinner.
24. Grilled Mushrooms
Grilled Mushrooms are an easy and flavorful side dish.
These golden-brown mushroom kabobs feature button mushrooms brushed with savory garlic butter, perfect for any meal.
25. Orange Cranberry Quinoa Salad
Orange Cranberry Quinoa Salad is a fantastic way to brighten up any meal.
This vibrant and tangy salad offers a delightful twist, perfect as a refreshing lunch or a colorful side dish.