In winter we dream of the hot summer days and as soon as the temperatures outside rise, we go outside more and more often. Relaxed barbecue evenings, long walks, lying on the beach all day and drinking cocktails - for us, summer is simply the most beautiful season! With all the delicious fruits and vegetables, we obviously want to enjoy the fresh flavors of summer to the fullest without spending the whole evening in the kitchen. After all, we wouldn't like to stand in front of the stove for hours in this wonderful weather. Do you feel the same way? Then you've come to the right place and you should definitely check out our recipeslight and quick summer dishesremember. Whether it's a light watermelon salad, tuna meatballs, grilled chicken or vegan ravioli - these summer recipes are ready in less than 30 minutes and are therefore perfect for a filling and uncomplicated meal. Have fun reading and enjoy it.
Light and quick summer dishes: Watermelon Caprese Salad
Whether zucchini, tomatoes,Kohlrabi recipesor ajuicy chocolate cherry cakefor dessert - seasonal fruit and vegetables are an integral part of our kitchen in the summer months. Are you expecting visitors and need some ideas for light and quick summer dishes for guests? How about this watermelon caprese salad? Fruity, delicious and very refreshing – a real dream!
Ingredients for 4-6 servings:
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 200-250 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 450 grams of watermelon, cut into small cubes
- 240 Grams Mini-Mozzarella
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- The juice of 1 lemon
- Handful of fresh basil
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Mix cherry tomatoes, vegetables and watermelon in a large salad bowl.
- Add mini mozzarella, olive oil, lemon juice and basil and mix everything well.
- Season with salt and pepper and your quick watermelon caprese salad is ready!
Spinach salad with shrimp and bacon dressing
In the summer heat, we often opt for light summer dishes that are quick to make and not heavy on the stomach. Ready in under 20 minutes and only 250 calories per serving - you'll love this Spinach Shrimp Salad!
Ingredients for 5-6 servings:
- 800 grams of shrimp
- 350 grams of spinach
- 200 grams of roasted peppers from the jar, sliced
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 shallot, roughly chopped
- 20 grams of almond sticks
- 4 strips of bacon, diced
- 40 ml apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 EL Dijon-Senf
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat some olive oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, fry the bacon in another pan for 2-3 minutes, stirring until crispy.
- Add the shallot and fry for 1 minute.
- Add apple cider vinegar, olive oil, mustard and sugar to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix spinach, tomatoes and roasted peppers in a bowl.
- Add the dressing and shrimp and mix well.
- Garnish with almond sticks and your spinach salad with shrimp is ready!
Cold summer dishes made quickly: egg salad with smoked salmon
Super creamy and full of flavor - the egg salad is an absolute must at every barbecue party and perfect for anyone who wants to prepare their summer dishes quickly. Whether as a side dish with steak or on croissants and rolls for breakfast or lunch - this egg salad with smoked salmon always tastes good!
Ingredients for 6 servings:
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, roughly chopped
- 120 grams smoked salmon, roughly chopped
- 180 grams of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a healthier version
- 30 grams of baby spinach
- 1 tsp mustard
- Some fresh dill, finely chopped
- 20 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Mix mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, dill and salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Mix eggs, smoked salmon and spinach in a large salad bowl.
- Add the dressing and stir well.
- Put the egg salad with smoked salmon in the fridge for 20-30 minutes and enjoy!
Grilled chicken with peaches and brie
Super tasty and filling –simple chicken recipesare our salvation when we want to serve quick summer dishes with meat for dinner. Combined with a glass of white wine, this grilled chicken with peaches is the perfect summer treat!
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 4 pieces of chicken breast fillet, each 150-200 grams
- 1 large peach, cut into thick slices
- 150 grams Brie, sliced
- 20 ml olive oil
- 20 ml white balsamic vinegar
- 200 grams of arugula
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with half the olive oil.
- Grill the chicken fillets for 5 minutes, turn and top with peaches and brie.
- Grill for another 5 minutes and remove from grill.
- Mix the remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl and add the rocket.
- Serve the grilled chicken on arugula and enjoy!
Quick and healthy summer dishes: low-calorie tuna meatballs
A few ideas forquick summer dishesWould you like recipes that you can enjoy both cold and warm? Then you should definitely try our low-calorie tuna meatballs! Ready in 15 minutes and 400 calories per serving – the perfect dinner for losing weight.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 130 grams of canned white beans
- 300 grams of canned tuna, drained
- 90 grams of whole wheat breadcrumbs or ground oat flakes
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 30 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 40 ml olive oil
- 30 grams of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon each dried dill and mint
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Roughly mash the white beans in a large bowl with a fork.
- Add the egg, dill, mint and 15 grams of mustard and mix well.
- Fold in the tuna and breadcrumbs and stir until smooth.
- Form 4 meatballs.
- Heat half of the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the tuna meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Mix lemon juice with remaining olive oil, mustard and salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the tuna meatballs with the dressing and enjoy!
Vegan ravioli with pesto and spinach
Even for those of you who don't consume animal products, we have a great recipe for quick and vegan summer dishes. Full of flavor, super creamy and ready in 20 minutes - you'll definitely make this pesto and spinach ravioli several times.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 500 grams of ravioli with spinach filling
- 150 grams of cherry tomatoes
- 140 grams of baby spinach
- 140 Gramm veganes Pesto
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Bring water to the boil in a large pot and prepare ravioli according to package instructions.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and fry tomatoes for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add ravioli and pesto, mix well and remove from heat.
- Enjoy!
Frittata with zucchini and mozzarella
Cooking classic Shakshuka, you already know. Whether for breakfast or dinner, this zucchini frittata is one of the tastiest yet quickest summer meals you can make!
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 7 eggs, beaten
- 1 large shallot, cut into thin rings
- 250 grams of zucchini, cut into small pieces
- 140 Grams Mini-Mozzarella
- 30 grams sun-dried tomatoes, chopped finely
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and fry onions and zucchini for 3-5 minutes.
- Whisk eggs with salt and pepper and pour into the pan.
- Cover and let cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Top with mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes and cover and cook for another 4-5 minutes.
- Alternatively, you can bake the zucchini frittata in the oven at 180 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!
