Easy Meals to Savor During Steamy Summer Nights

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Dive into a vibrant collection of recipes perfect for enjoying while the season is still steamy! From the comforting warmth of Easy Thai Chicken Curry and the rich flavors of Shrimp Po’ Boy to the fresh sweetness of Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins and the zesty indulgence of Lemon Cake with Limoncello Cream, there’s something here for every craving. Don’t miss the flaky goodness of Homemade Breadsticks or the refreshing crunch of Tuna, Cucumber and Mozzarella Salad—each dish celebrates the lively tastes of late summer with ease and flair!

Easy Thai Chicken Curry

The best Thai chicken curry (in two beige bowls)
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For a weeknight dinner that’s both quick and packed with flavor, this Easy Thai Chicken Curry delivers. A rich coconut broth infused with Thai spices surrounds tender chicken, while fresh cilantro, basil, and scallions give it a bright, aromatic finish. It’s a 30-minute, low-carb meal you’ll want on repeat.
Get the Recipe: Easy Thai Chicken Curry

Giant Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Giant Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies on cookie sheet with flowers and cookies
Photo credit: Half Baked Harvest

Say hello to your new favorite cookie—Giant Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are big on size and even bigger on chewy goodness. No chilling, no fuss—just massive, gooey bites of nostalgic comfort.
Get the Recipe: Giant Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

Plates filled with strawberry rhubarb muffins.
Photo credit: Culinary Hill

Celebrate the season with Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins that are bursting with fruit and topped with a crumbly brown sugar streusel. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a midday treat, these muffins strike just the right balance between sweet and tart.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

Shrimp Po’ Boy

A Shrimp Po' Boy sandwich on a gray plate.
Photo credit: Culinary Hill

Enjoy a taste of Louisiana with this Shrimp Po’ Boy recipe, featuring crispy cornmeal-crusted shrimp piled high on a soft French roll. Ready in just 15 minutes, this sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch, Mardi Gras festivities, or a delicious party snack. Don’t forget to add creamy mayonnaise, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomatoes to make this classic Po’ Boy complete!
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Po’ Boy

Lemon Cake with Limoncello Cream

A slice of vanilla cake with white frosting, topped with fresh strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
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The Lemon Cake with Limoncello Cream is a citrus lover’s dream. Moist lemon yogurt cake is topped with a luscious limoncello cream and fresh berries, making it a refreshing dessert that’s perfect for spring celebrations or sunny afternoons.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cake with Limoncello Cream

Homemade Breadsticks

homemade breadsticks being brushed with garlic butter
Photo credit: Sugar Spun Run

Soft, golden, and unapologetically garlicky, Homemade Breadsticks are the kind of carb you’d cancel dinner plans for. They’re easy to make, dangerously addictive, and practically beg to be dipped in marinara.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Breadsticks

Vegan Pot Pie with Spring Vegetables

A vegetable pot pie with a golden-brown crust, partially cut open to reveal a filling of carrots, peas, potatoes, and other vegetables. A wooden spoon scoops out a portion.
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Vegan Pot Pie with Spring Vegetables is proof that comfort food doesn’t need cream or chicken to hit the spot. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry and loaded with vibrant veggies, it’s a cozy classic with a seasonal twist.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Pot Pie with Spring Vegetables

Spaghetti with Spinach Sauce

A bowl of Spaghetti with Spinach Sauce with a fork next to it on the plate
Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen

For a quick and nourishing dinner, try this Spaghetti with Spinach Sauce. The silky, vibrant green sauce is light yet creamy, made with cheese, garlic, and fresh spinach for a satisfying bowl that’s big on flavor and easy on time.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti with Spinach Sauce

Best Blueberry Cake {EVER}

A blueberry cake with a cream cheese icing drizzled all over it topped with fresh blueberries.
Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen

Moist, rich, and absolutely loaded with berries, the Best Blueberry Cake {EVER} lives up to its name. A secret touch of cream cheese in the batter adds depth and tenderness, and a simple glaze brings it all together for a truly unforgettable dessert.
Get the Recipe: Best Blueberry Cake {EVER}

Laksa Soup (Malaysian Coconut Curry Noodle Soup)

Laksa Soup w/ Malaysian style coconut curry broth, chicken or shrimp over rice noodles with fresh bean spouts, lime and cilantro. | www.feastingathome.com
Photo credit: Feasting at Home

One slurp of Laksa Soup and you’re halfway to a Malaysian vacation—no passport required. With its creamy coconut broth and punchy spices, this noodle soup brings serious flavor and zero boredom.
Get the Recipe: Laksa Soup (Malaysian Coconut Curry Noodle Soup)

Iced Raspberry Scones

Several Raspberry swirled Scones with white glaze on top are neatly arranged on parchment paper. Raspberries and a spoon with glaze are scattered around them.
Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen

These Iced Raspberry Scones are soft, tender, and swirled with fresh raspberries before being drizzled with sweet glaze. Whether you’re planning brunch or just need a pick-me-up with your morning coffee, they’re a delightful way to start the day.
Get the Recipe: Iced Raspberry Scones

Roasted Carrots

Roasted carrots on a white oval platter.
Photo credit: Culinary Hill

This Roasted Carrots recipe takes sweet spring carrots and gives them a savory spin with olive oil, rosemary, and thyme. Served with a cooling yogurt sauce, they’re simple enough for a weeknight and elegant enough for a holiday table.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Carrots

Roasted Radishes

A plate of roasted radishes.
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The Roasted Radishes recipe is proof that this humble root vegetable deserves more love. Roasted until tender and seasoned with dill and garlic, they make a flavorful and unexpected side in under 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Radishes

Tuna, Cucumber and Mozzarella Salad

Tuna, cucumber, mozzarella salad in a bowl
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For something cool and light, the Tuna, Cucumber and Mozzarella Salad hits the spot. With crisp cucumber, creamy mozzarella, and flaky tuna, it’s an easy toss-together meal that’s both fresh and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Tuna, Cucumber and Mozzarella Salad

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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