Summer is a great time to enjoy quick and easy meals, especially for empty nesters who want to keep things simple. We’ve rounded up a bunch of tasty recipes that are perfect for warm evenings, whether you’re grilling outside or cooking indoors. These dishes are delicious, easy to prepare, and perfect for enjoying together.
Brown Butter Shrimp and Orzo
This brown butter shrimp with creamy parmesan basil corn orzo and blistered cherry tomatoes is perfect for a quick and easy summer dinner. Great for empty nesters looking for a delicious meal without much effort.
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Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Eggplant
This stuffed eggplant with chicken and cheddar cheese is a great dinner option ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for empty nesters wanting a quick, easy, and tasty summer meal.
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Citrus Grilled Shrimp Skewers
These citrus grilled shrimp skewers are marinated in a tangy citrus dressing and brushed with more citrus and herb flavor after grilling. Great for a light and healthy summer meal.
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Grilled Ham Steak
Grilled ham steaks with a rosemary maple Dijon glaze make a quick and flavorful summer dinner. Perfect for empty nesters wanting something different.
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Grilled Hawaiian Chicken
This grilled Hawaiian chicken is stuffed with ham, pineapple, and melted smoked cheese, topped with a sweet teriyaki glaze. Perfect for a quick and tasty summer meal.
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Grilled Scallop Skewers
These grilled scallops topped with fresh tomatillo plum salsa are great for a light summer meal. Perfect for empty nesters who want something quick and delicious.
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Grilled Stuffed Avocados
These grilled avocados stuffed with Asian marinated steak, red peppers, grilled corn, and scallions are a great summer meal. Easy and quick, perfect for empty nesters.
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Lemon Ricotta Pasta
This lemon ricotta pasta is perfect for a quick summer meal. Creamy ricotta with basil and tomatoes makes it light and fresh. Great for empty nesters looking for a simple dinner.
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Pasta Checca with Burrata
This pasta checca with burrata features small burst heirloom tomatoes and burrata cheese. Great for a quick and easy summer meal for empty nesters.
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Seared Salmon with Tomato Corn Salsa
This seared salmon served with a refreshing tomato corn salsa is perfect for a quick summer dinner. Great for empty nesters wanting a light and flavorful meal.
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Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew
This summer beef stew made in the slow cooker is great for keeping the house cool. Perfect for empty nesters looking for a hearty meal with a summer twist.
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Vegetable Cheddar Quesadilla
Use frozen or fresh veggies to make these cheesy quesadillas. Dinner couldn’t be easier, perfect for empty nesters wanting a quick and easy summer meal.
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Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Cream Sauce
Zucchini noodles with avocado cream sauce make a great side dish or light summer meal. Add grilled shrimp or chicken for a heartier option.
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Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Tomato Sauce
These zucchini noodles with creamy roasted tomato basil sauce are perfect for enjoying fresh summer produce. Great for a quick and healthy meal for empty nesters.
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Pesto Pasta alla Trapanese
This trapanese pesto is filled with fresh tomatoes, nuts, and basil, quickly processed into a refreshing summer sauce and tossed with pasta. Great for a quick summer meal for empty nesters.
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