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summer dinner ideas

summer dinner ideas: 5 Quick Meals for Joyful Evenings


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Quick and easy summer dinner ideas for busy evenings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side.
  4. Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. Steam mixed vegetables until tender.
  6. Serve grilled chicken over quinoa with vegetables on the side.

Notes

  • Can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Use any seasonal vegetables you prefer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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