When the temperatures rise in the summer, we tend to desire lighter and chilled meals.  Below are suggestions for 8 refreshing recipes for this summer.

Steak Salad – This combination of marinated steak or a grilled steak, romaine lettuce, cucumber, onion are topped with tasty Thai Dressing. 

Green Curry Shrimp Salad Bowl – The green curry punches up the flavor of this shrimp salad.  The crisp freshness of the salad balances out the richness of the curry.  It is then topped with roasted cashews giving it a crunch.

Asian Shrimp and Slaw – This is a refreshing combination of shrimp and slaw in a spicy Asian dressing.  The roasted cashew or peanuts on top of the mixture makes for a nice crunchy salad.

Grilled Shrimp with Apple Cucumber Salad – Keep the heat of summer out of the house with this grilled shrimp accompanied with a tangy apple and cucumber salad.

Chicken and Fresh Fruit Salad – Enjoy this crunchy chicken salad loaded with flavor.  The curry and ginger provide a satisfying and delicious warm flavor.  Try this recipe with different fruits such as melons.

Zesty Tomato and Radish Salad – This zesty tomato, radish and mint salad will become one of your summer favorites.  The lemon and Dijon mustard dressing gives this salad a real zip.  It is topped off with chopped walnuts.

Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad Bowl – This tangy smoked salmon pasta salad is a great summer meal.  This recipe is excellent for a meal to prepare ahead of time. Easy Chicken Taco – Tacos are an all-time favorite, but are a great choice for summer.  The chicken ingredient can come from a store bought rotisserie chicken or one that you grilled or roasted yourself.