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summer dinner

summer dinner: 5 Refreshing Recipes for Your Best Night


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A refreshing summer dinner recipe that highlights seasonal ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 grilled chicken breasts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and basil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  7. Slice the grilled chicken and serve it over the salad.

Notes

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: summer dinner, healthy dinner, grilled chicken