Summer Recipes That Always Work, Whether You're Entertaining Or Not

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Summer plans are still a bit wonky this year, so you may not always know exactly how many people you’ll be hosting on any given weekend – if any at all. For these occasions, we’ve rounded up a list of fresh, summery, low-maintenance dishes that can either be served as part of a larger menu or solo for a quiet night in.

If you want to light up your grill, maybe you’d like some grilled corn with Sriracha aioli or a grilled Caesar salad. If you’re more in the mood for a DIY salad bar, there’s a host of marinated and composed salads waiting for you below. And if you don’t feel like cooking at all, a magnificent summer cheese board is calling your name.

Next time you’re wondering what to make, this list will be your best friend.

Cobb Salad With Jerk Shrimp

Grandbaby Cakes

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Grilled Corn With Sriracha Aioli

Minimalist Baker

Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Sriracha Aioli from Minimalist Baker.

Greek Chickpea Salad

All The Healthy Things

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Grilled Veggie Skewers With Chimichurri Sauce

Minimalist Baker

Get the recipe for Grilled Veggie Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce from Minimalist Baker.

Summer Cheese Board

Damn Delicious

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Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

All The Healthy Things

Get the recipe for Bacon Ranch Potato Salad from All The Healthy Things.

Tuscan Summer Stone Fruit, Tomato And Burrata Panzanella Salad

Half-Baked Harvest

Get the recipe for Tuscan Summer Stone Fruit, Tomato and Burrata Panzanella Salad from Half-Baked Harvest.

Cucumber And Green Grape Gazpacho

Alexandra's Kitchen

Get the recipe for Cucumber and Green Grape Gazpacho from Alexandra's Kitchen.

Summer Shrimp Zoodle Bowls

How Sweet It Is

Get the recipe for Summer Shrimp Zoodle Bowls from How Sweet Eats.

Quin's Perfect Guacamole Recipe

Butter Be Ready

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Grilled Romaine Salad With Herbed White Beans

Minmalist Baker

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Slow Cooker Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls

All The Healthy Things

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls from All The Healthy Things.

Summer Corn And Cotija Cheese Dip

Minimalist Baker

Get the recipe for Summer Corn and Cotija Cheese Dip from Minimalist Baker.

Marinated Beef Kebabs With Broccoli

I Heart Umami

Get the recipe for Marinated Beef Kebabs with Broccoli from I Heart Umami.

Charred Baby Bell Peppers With Burrata

Half-Baked Harvest

Get the recipe for Charred Baby Bell Peppers with Burrata from Half-Baked Harvest.

Mustard Green Cherry Salad With Tahini Dressing

Minimalist Baker

Get the recipe for Mustard Green Cherry Salad with Tahini Dressing from Minimalist Baker.

Grilled Shrimp And Orzo Salad

All The Healthy Things

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Easy Muhammara Dip

Minimalist Baker

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Low Country Shrimp Boil

The View from Great Island

Get the recipe for Low Country Shrimp Boil from The View from Great Island.

Summer Melon Couscous Salad With Avocado, Grapes And Mint

Foodie Crush

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Chickpea Shawarma Dip

Minimalist Baker

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Lemon And Herb White Bean Dip

Minimalist Baker

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Summer Harvest Veggie And Avocado Quinoa Bowl

Half-Baked Harvest

Get the recipe for Summer Harvest Veggie and Avocado Quinoa Bowl from Half-Baked Harvest.

Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho

The View from Great Island

Get the recipe for Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho from The View from Great Island.

Abundance Kale Salad With Savory Tahini Dressing

Minimalist Baker

Get the recipe for Abundance Kale Salad with Savory Tahini Dressing from Minimalist Baker.

Pulled Chicken Guacamole Sliders With Grilled Corn Pico

How Sweet Eats

Get the recipe for Pulled Chicken Guacamole Sliders with Grilled Corn Pico from How Sweet Eats.