Welcome to this week’s dinner planner! We’re in that sweet spot of summer when the markets are overflowing with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs — and my latest Substack, A Summer Produce Primer, is your guide to making the most of it all. From picking the ripest melons to storing greens so they actually last, it’s packed with tips to help you savor every bite of the season. Now, let’s put all that gorgeous produce to work in this week’s recipes!
Here’s your dinner planner for the week:
Meatless Monday: “Lasagna-Style” Stuffed Mushrooms + garlicky zucchini
Tuesday: Shrimp and mixed vegetables with coconut-basil sauce + cauli-rice or steamed rice
Wednesday: Veggie Packed Turkey Burger with Green Goddess Slaw from Lillie Eats & Tells
Thursday: Gazpacho with avocado + White bean salad with celery, mint, and tuna plus crusty bread
Friday: Chicken souvlaki with tzatziki, Quinoa Tabbouleh, simple green salad with everyday salad dressing #2
Saturday brunch: Egg-less Spring Vegetable Frittata + Dandelion Salad with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Sunday: roasted chicken + Summer Corn Salad with Avocado + cucumber, radish, herb (basil, dill, or mint) salad seasoned with oil, red wine vinegar, salt/pepper to taste
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