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!!
Salads:
Paleo Italian “Pasta” Salad recipe from Wholesomelicious
Zesty Chicken Cobb Salad with Jalapeno Ranch recipe from Wholesomelicious
Strawberry Avocado Salad recipe from Wholesomelicious
Mango Cilantro Curry Chicken Salad recipe from Wholesomelicious
Superfood Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette recipe from Wholesomelicious
Healthy Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocados recipe from Food Faith Fitness
Shrimp Cobb Salad recipe from the Paleo Running Momma
Summer Slaw with Tahini Dressing recipe from Wholesomelicious
Cilantro Lime Potato Salad recipe from Wholesomelicious
Melon and Arugula Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette recipe from Wholesomelicious
Peach, Avocado, and Blackberry Salad recipe from Wholesomelicious
Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon recipe from Wholesomelicious
Paleo Berry Chicken Salad recipe from Real Food with Jessica
Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh recipe from Wholesomelicious
Blueberry Mango and Spinach Salad with Basil Vinaigrette recipe from Wholesomelicious
Mains:
Avocado Melon Gazpacho with Prosciutto recipe from Wholesomelicious
Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken with Pineapple Salsa recipe from Wholesomelicious
Grilled Taco Burgers recipe from Wholesomelicious
Pecan Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon in Foil Packs recipe from Wholesomelicious
Strawberry Basil Chicken recipe from Wholesomelicious
Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs Recipe from the Real Food RDs
Sheet Pan Sausage, Pesto, and Roasted Tomato Noodle Bowls recipe from Wholesomelicious
Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowls recipe from Wholesomelicious
Seared Ahi Tuna with Peach Salsa recipe from Wholesomelicious
Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken recipe from Wholesomelicious
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles recipe from Wholesomelicious
Instant Pot Smoky BBQ Chipotle Chicken recipe from Wholesomelicious
Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Kabobs recipe from the Real Food RDs
Sheet Pan Brushetta Chicken recipe from Wholesomelicious
Greek Marinated Grilled Flank Steak recipe from Wholesomelicious
Slow Cooker Mango Jalapeno Pulled Pork Bowls recipe from Wholesomelicious
Grilled Teriyaki Salmon recipe from the Paleo Running Momma
Thai Lemon Curry Chicken Bowls recipe from Wholesomelicious
Slow Cooker Lemon Basil Ratatouille recipe from Wholesomelicious
Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Mango Chipotle Chicken Tacos recipe from Wholesomelicious
Paleo Caribbean Salmon Plantain Noodle Bowls Recipe from Food Faith Fitness
Grilled Fajita Steak Salad recipe from Wholesomelicious
Grilled Cauliflower Steaks recipe from Real Simple Good
Dessert:
No Bake Nut Butter Banana Pie recipe from Wholesomelicious
Apricot Bars recipe from Wholesomelicious
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles recipe from Wholesomelicious
Skillet Cherry Crisp recipe from Wholesomelicious
No-Bake Mocha Chocolate Mousse Brownies recipe from Wholesomelicious
Grain-Free Peach Crisp recipe from Wholesomelicious
Strawberry Lemon Bars recipe from Wholesomelicious
Coconut Lime Sugar Cookies recipe from Wholesomelicious
Cherry Fudge Swirl Ice Cream recipe from the Paleo Running Momma
No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake recipe from Wholesomelicious
Peach Pie Crumb Bars recipe from Real Food with Jessica
Strawberry Lemon Basil Sorbet recipe from Wholesomelicious
Key Lime Pie recipe from the Paleo Running Momma
Coffee Chip Ice Cream recipe from Wholesomelicious
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie Bars recipe from Wholesomelicious
I’d love to hear which recipe you’re most excited to make!!
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50+ Easy Paleo Summer Recipes: Strawberry Basil Chicken
Using a skillet or grill, this Strawberry Basil Chicken is bringing out the best of summer produce in one delicious dinner! This savory and sweet combo is loaded with flavor and just a handful of ingredients. Only 20 minutes is all you need!
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
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Begin by heating a large skillet to medium heat.
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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.
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Add oil to the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side (until golden brown, but cooked through). Set aside.
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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!