Getting Ready for Summer Dinners: What to Cook (May 25-29)
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Getting Ready for Summer Dinners: What to Cook (May 25-29)
With the calendar turning toward June, we’re starting the season a bit early with these weeknight healthy summer dinners.
Happy Memorial Day weekend!
I hope you have plans to celebrate both the holiday… and the unofficial beginning of summer.
Traditionally, Monday would be an all-out feast, picnicking with the family. This year, we’re keeping it simple without neglecting the foods we love.
The Instant Pot BBQ Ribs, scheduled for Monday, is an easy way to serve quintessential summer food. Converting a several hour grilling process, into minutes.
The rest of the week is filled with healthy weeknight dinners that capture early summer flavors. From grilled snapper to skillet pizza… and a no-churn chocolate ice cream.
We couldn’t use the word “summer” without also including ice cream, right?
Have a wonderful week and memorable Memorial Day weekend, everyone!
And if you’re looking for Memorial Day ideas, see our post on Memorial Day desserts recipes and Memorial Day Food Ideas.
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Getting Ready for Summer Dinners: What to Cook (May 25-29)
- Monday: Easy Instant Pot BBQ Ribs
- Tuesday: Leftover Simple Stir Fry
- Wednesday: Garlic Chipotle Chicken Tacos
- Thursday: Grilled Red Snapper
- Friday: Skillet Pizza with Red Peppers and Chicken
- Treat: No Churn Chocolate Ice Cream
Getting Ready for Summer Dinners: What to Cook (May 25-29)
Memorial Day: Easy BBQ Instant Pot Ribs
For many, the unofficial start of summer begins today. We're celebrating with an easy Instant Pot BBQ ribs recipes. So simple, quick, and fall-off-the-bone delicious. I'm pairing it with a simple green salad, grilled veggies... and either or maybe both--- chocolate cake and sometime in the day, Strawberry Shortcake! For more ideas on Memorial Day Food -- see our full post here.
Tuesday: So Simple Stir Fry
The perfect dinner to use any leftovers from Memorial Day. If you have BBQ chicken, throw it in, pork or steak, throw it in. Add the vegetables you have and serve over steamed rice. I like to make up a batch of Simple Stir Fry Sauce to keep in the refrigerator for quick and easy dinners.
Garlic-Chipotle Chicken Tacos
"To save time, this recipe utilizes chicken cutlets that cook up in a flash on the grill." Serve with greens and sliced avocado. Or make your own avocado hummus - recipe here.
Thursday: Grilled Red Snapper
"This simple grilled snapper has clean flavors and a nice char flavor from the grill. It's well seasoned but not overly spicy. Serve along with grilled veggies or a fresh green salad to make it a meal."
Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza with Red Peppers, Chicken & Spinach
Whirring up roasted red peppers with olive oil and garlic makes a tangy sauce that's a nice alternative to classic pizza sauce. Don't have a large cast-iron skillet? Don't fret. We tested this recipe on a pizza stone and baking sheet as well. As long as you preheat whichever one you use, the crust will come out crispy every time.
Treat: No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream
After a week of teasing summer with weeknight dinners, I couldn't think of a better treat than Chocolate Ice Cream. No ice cream machine required!
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