Heatwave heaven: 9 hot summer night meals

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As the summer heat intensifies, it’s time to turn up the flavor with these hot summer night meals. From zesty grills to fiery favorites, these recipes will keep your evenings deliciously satisfying without adding extra heat to your kitchen.

Zucchini noodles with creamy avocado sauce and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
Creamy Avocado Zucchini Noodles. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Harissa Grilled Pork Chops

Spice up your summer with these flavorful pork chops rubbed with harissa. Perfectly paired with a peach and tomato salad.
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Lemon Spinach Feta Linguine

A quick and delightful Mediterranean pasta dish with lemon, spinach, and feta. Customize with your favorite protein.
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Lobster mango salad in a hot dog bun with lettuce wraps in the background.
Lobster Mango Avocado Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Lobster Mango Avocado Salad

A tropical twist on the classic lobster salad. Serve in lettuce cups or a buttered toasted bun.
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Asian Steak Stuffed Grilled Avocados

Elevate your meal with grilled avocados stuffed with marinated steak, red peppers, and grilled corn.
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Creamy Avocado Zucchini Noodles

Enjoy a light and refreshing summer side dish or meal with zucchini noodles in creamy avocado sauce. Add grilled shrimp or chicken for extra heartiness.
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Grilled scallop skewers with plum tomatillo salsa.
Grilled Scallops with Plum Salsa. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Grilled Scallops with Plum Salsa

A delicious and light summer meal with perfectly grilled scallops topped with fresh tomatillo plum salsa.
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Spice Rubbed Pork Chops with Mango Peach Chutney

Grill thick bone-in pork chops with a flavorful spice rub and top them off with a delightful mango peach chutney.
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Spice rubbed grilled pork chops topped with mango peach chutney on a white plate.
Spice Rubbed Pork Chops with Mango Peach Chutney. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Grilled Halloumi Burgers

Indulge in Mediterranean goodness with this grilled halloumi lamb burger topped with caramelized red onions and sun-dried tomato pesto.
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Citrus Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Tangy citrus-marinated grilled shrimp skewers bursting with flavor. Brushed with more citrus and herbs for a healthy and light summer meal.
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