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From sides, to mains, and dessert, you will find so many delicious healthy options that are perfect for summer time! This list of 50+ Paleo Summer Recipes should be on your cooking bucket list this summer.
Summer time is one of my most favorite times of year to eat. As a nutritionist, I naturally gravitate toward summer produce and hearty salads. I look forward to the abundance of delicious vegetables, in season fruits, seasonal salads, and grilling out on my deck!
Summer is also a time where I often pack lunches and dinners to go to the pool, and hang out with friends. Sometimes I get the, “what the heck should I make tonight?” mentality. I am being honest here, this post is just as much for me as it is for you. One place to put all of my favorite summer recipes!!
Just as a note, I did not include any breakfast recipes in here. However, my favorite breakfast during the summer is a refreshing smoothie because it keeps me full for hours. You can try one of my 3 Hormone Balancing Smoothies if you are a smoothie lover like me.
And now to my Summer Faves!!
Breakfast:
Instant Pot Berry Chia Porridge
Salads:
Zesty Chicken Cobb Salad with Jalapeno Ranch
Mango Cilantro Curry Chicken Salad
Superfood Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette
Summer Slaw with Tahini Dressing
Melon and Arugula Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette
Peach, Avocado, and Blackberry Salad
Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon
Blueberry Mango and Spinach Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Mains:
Avocado Melon Gazpacho with Prosciutto
Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken with Pineapple Salsa
Pecan Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon in Foil Packs
Sheet Pan Sausage, Pesto, and Roasted Tomato Noodle Bowls
Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowls
Seared Ahi Tuna with Peach Salsa
Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Instant Pot Smoky BBQ Chipotle Chicken
Greek Marinated Grilled Flank Steak
Slow Cooker Mango Jalapeno Pulled Pork Bowls
Thai Lemon Curry Chicken Bowls
Slow Cooker Lemon Basil Ratatouille
Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Mango Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Grilled Rosemary and Balsamic Chicken
Mediterranean Chicken with Artichokes
Dessert:
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
No-Bake Mocha Chocolate Mousse Brownies
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie Bars
I’d love to hear which recipe you’re most excited to make!!
50+ Easy Paleo Summer Recipes: Strawberry Basil Chicken
Ingredients
- 3-4 large chicken breast
- 1-2 tbsp avocado oil , (or olive oil)
- 3 cloves garlic , (minced)
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, + more to taste
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Begin by heating a large skillet to medium heat.
- Prepare your chicken breasts: you may need to pound the breast to make them a bit thinner, mine were approximately 1 inch. While the skillet is heating up, marinate the chicken with garlic and balsamic vinegar.
- Add oil to the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side (until golden brown, but cooked through). Set aside.
- Meanwhile, prepare the topping. Toss together strawberries and basil. Top each chicken breast with strawberry mixture, and salt and pepper to taste. Add additional balsamic vinegar if desired. Serve immediately.
So Much Yum!