15 Inspiring Lunch Ideas To Take Your Summer To The Next Level

2. Bombay Sliders

Kick your regular sliders up a notch with these flavorful chicken burgers featuring plenty of spices like chili, ginger, and curry and topped with a mouthwatering mango chutney. Perfect for barbecues, cocktail parties, and anytime you want to spice up your lunch fare.

3. Slow-Cooked Chicken Caesar Wraps

Wrap your favorite salad to go with these delicious chicken caesar wraps. Loaded with everything that makes a classic chicken caesar salad so irresistible–tender chicken, parmesan, creamy dressing, and optional bacon and crouton bits–these easy-peasy wraps are sure to become a summer staple in your house.

4. Baja Fish Tacos With Creamy Jalapeño Sauce

Summer just isn’t the same without tacos and these crunchy, colorful Baja creations won’t disappoint. Deep purple cabbage, bright green salsa, and flaky fried fish come together for one eye-opening lunch treat you’ll want a repeat of.

5. Teriyaki Mushroom Lettuce Wraps

These Asian-inspired wraps are perfect for vegans and veggie lovers alike. Crispy lettuce, brown rice, mushrooms, and a special teriyaki sauce bring big flavor to a surprisingly simple summer recipe.

6. Rainbow Chard Tart With Roasted Garlic

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This gorgeous tart is sure to wow your lunch guests and please even the pickiest of palates with its colorful assortment of garden veggies and mozzarella cheese.

7. Grilled Salmon With Tzatziki

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Salmon is a healthy protein that packs a lot of flavor, and this Mediterranean-inspired dish keeps things light and hearty with a side of quinoa and generous helping of homemade Tzatziki sauce.

8. Grilled Brats with Sriracha Mayo

Spicy sriracha over grilled bratwursts? Sign us up! Just pair with an icy drink and you’ve got the perfect ballpark summer upgrade.

9. Crab And Avocado Rice Paper Rolls

Looking for a refreshing summer meal option that won’t weigh you down or make you feel overly full? Say no more, as we’ve got you covered with these tasty crab & avocado rice paper rolls.

10. Grilled Watermelon Gazpacho

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This classic Andalusian dish gets a fun summer spin with sweetly chilled watermelon, and is great on its own or as a refreshing addition to your summer menu.

11. Salt And Pepper Prawns With Pineapple Dipping Sauce

Lunchtime, snack time, or friendly gathering, these salt & pepper prawns are deceptively easy to make and nearly impossible to turn down. Sweet pineapple, tender prawns, and Indonesian chili paste come together to create a tantalizingly unique summer starter or meal.

12. Chicken, Nectarine and Avocado Salad

Summer is the definitive time to up your salad game, and this nourishing chicken, avocado, and nectarine lunch idea will keep you going all day without slowing you down.

13. Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw

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We just couldn’t resist adding another taco idea to our summer lunch list, and who could blame us? These garlic, cilantro, and lime shrimp tacos make for the ultimate summer munchies any time of day.

14. Tequila Lime Shrimp Zoodles

This zesty summer dish is light on carbs but decidedly bold on flavor, with plenty of veggies, seasonings, and healthy fats to give you the boost you need without sacrificing the tastes you love.

15. Chimichurri Poblano Turkey Burger

Featuring jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime zest, and roasted poblano peppers topped with a finger-licking chimichurri mayo, this isn’t your average turkey burger