During the warmer months, it’s important to have a wide variety of delicious meal ideas for events or simply for your family’s enjoyment. Therefore we made this list of delicious light and tasty salads and grilled dishes. Each meal has its own flavor profile and can be customized to fit your exact needs. We have also added some of the most common ingredients along with preparation for each dish. We hope this list makes your next event or family dinner much more exciting!
Summer Salads
- Caprese Salad This is an all-time Italian favorite, easy, and full of flavor.
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- Ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Preparation: Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella. Line them on a platter with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. This caprese salad is a perfect appetizer or side dish for any new event.
- Watermelon and Feta Salad This refreshing salad combines the sweetness of watermelon with the tanginess of feta.
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- Ingredients: Cubes of watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced red onion, a squeeze of lime juice, and olive oil.
- Preparation: In a bowl, mix watermelon, feta, and chopped mint. Thinly slice the red onion and add. Dressing with lime juice and olive oil. Toss gently. This salad is a refreshing way to cool off and take in a burst of summery flavor.
- Greek Salad Packed with fresh vegetables and rich in flavour, this Greek salad will keep you both healthy and satisfied.
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- Ingredients: Cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, green bell pepper, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Preparation: Dice cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and green bell pepper. Mix in a bowl with olives and feta. Dress with olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Serve chilled for a refreshing experience.
Grilled Delights
- Grilled Vegetable Skewers are Colorful, healthy, and perfect for both vegetarians and nonvegetarians in the family.
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- Ingredients: Zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Preparation: Cut vegetables into bite-sized pieces, and thread them on skewers. Mix olive oil with minced garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs, and brush. Grill until tender and slightly charred. These skewers are a flexible side or main dish that comes out really well.
- Grilled Shrimp Quick to cook and full of flavor, grilled shrimp are a summer favorite.
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- Ingredients: Large shrimp, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
- Preparation: In a marinade with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper, marinate shrimp. Let the shrimp cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Garnish with chopped parsley. Squeeze a little lemon on top for an added kick of zest.
- Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad This is an interesting twist on the original Caesar salad with flavorfully grilled chicken.
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- Ingredients: Romaine lettuce, grilled chicken breast, Caesar dressing, croutons, Parmesan cheese, lemon wedges.
- Preparation: Grill chicken breasts until thoroughly cooked, then slice. Toss chopped romaine in Caesar dressing and croutons; top with grilled chicken and shaved Parmesan. Serve with lemon wedges for refreshment.
If you’re looking for delicious salads and grilled dishes then the best place in Boston is Bricco. We have a wide variety of Italian dishes that are precisely made to make your tastebuds fall in love. No matter what you’re looking for, reserve a table at Bricco for the best dining experience in Boston, MA.