Top 5 summer dinners for the girlies ☀️💅
Hot girl summer is in full swing, and the last thing we want to do is sweat over a stove for hours. Whether you're hosting your besties, feeding yourself like the queen you are, or just looking to feel like that girl at dinnertime, we’ve got you covered. Here are five top-tier summer dinners that are easy, cute, and vibe-checked for the girlies.
1. Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Summer Veggies 🍋🥒
Why we love it: Light, flavorful, and protein-packed without being heavy. It’s giving picnic in Positano.
Ingredients:
Chicken breasts or thighs
Lemon juice + zest
Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley)
Garlic, olive oil, salt & pepper
Zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes
How to serve: Grill or pan-sear everything. Plate it with a sprinkle of feta and a glass of chilled rosé.
Hot tip: Marinate the chicken in the morning = dinner in 15 minutes.
2. Caprese Peach Salad with Balsamic Glaze 🍑🍅
Why we love it: Sweet, salty, creamy, fresh. The girl math checks out.
Ingredients:
Fresh mozzarella
Ripe peaches
Heirloom tomatoes
Fresh basil
Balsamic glaze + olive oil
How to serve: Layer it all on a pretty plate, drizzle the glaze, and hit it with sea salt. Serve with sourdough or grilled baguette.
Hot tip: Add prosciutto for a lil’ salty slay.
3. Spicy Tuna Poke Bowls 🍣🌶️
Why we love it: Feels like a night out in L.A. but it’s your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Sushi-grade tuna or salmon (or tofu if you're veg)
Cooked jasmine or sushi rice
Cucumber, avocado, edamame, scallions
Sriracha mayo, soy sauce, sesame seeds
How to serve: Assemble like a goddess. Extra sauce on the side because duh.
Hot tip: Use pre-cut poke from your local grocery store to make this zero-stress.
4. Creamy Lemon Pasta with Arugula 🍝🍋
Why we love it: One pan. 15 minutes. Feels like something Zendaya would eat.
Ingredients:
Pasta of choice (angel hair or spaghetti hits different)
Garlic, olive oil, lemon juice + zest
Heavy cream or cashew cream
Arugula, parmesan, chilli flakes
How to serve: Toss it all together and top with shaved Parmesan and black pepper. Serve with chilled white wine.
Hot tip: Add shrimp or grilled chicken if you’re feelin’ fancy.
5. Watermelon Feta Quinoa Bowls 🍉🧀
Why we love it: Hydrating, colourful, and 100% Instagrammable.
Ingredients:
Cooked quinoa
Cubed watermelon
Crumbled feta
Cucumber, mint, red onion
Lime juice + olive oil dressing
How to serve: Toss everything in a big bowl and eat outside with a sunset playlist.
Hot tip: Add grilled halloumi or chickpeas for extra protein.
Summer dinners should be about feeling good, glowing from the inside out, and keeping it effortless. Whether you're eating solo or serving your squad, these dishes are light, flavorful, and girl dinner approved. Now go throw on your favourite linen set, cue the "cool girl cooking" TikTok audio, and serve those summer vibes.
