Peak summer means dinners that lean bright, fresh, and just a little indulgent — and this week's lineup delivers on all three. From grill-charred corn to lemony pasta to loaded taco nights, there's something here for every kind of evening.
Some of my faves include:
Quick ⚡
High-protein 💪
1. Lemon Basil Chicken Over Linguini
INSPIRED BY @redwhiteandbrew
45m • 2 servings
parmesan crusted chicken breasts, goat cheese crumbles, lemon-basil sauce, button mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, linguini
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Quick ⚡
Family-style
2. Charred Corn & Buttered Leek Risotto
INSPIRED BY @thecellaratduckworths
45m • 4 servings
sundried tomato, crisp leeks, pecorino
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Family-style
High-protein 💪
3. Paneer Tikka Masala
INSPIRED BY @campbellpizza
60m • 4 servings
Vegetarian. Homemade farmer's cheese cooked in creamy tomato sauce with a hint of fenugreek. Served with rice.
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High-protein 💪
Spicy 🌶️
4. grilled zucchini + black turtle bean
INSPIRED BY @nola
75m • 2 servings
smoked maitake mushroom, confit garlic cashew butter, fennel pepper relish, black vinegar reduction, pickled radish
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High-protein 💪
Spicy 🌶️
5. Thai Crispy Chicken Basil Rice Bowl
INSPIRED BY @moonshine152
60m • 3 servings
Spicy basil pepper glaze, panko crusted chicken, Stirfried veggies and Seasoned sushi rice.
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Quick ⚡
Family-style
6. Blackened Salmon Tacos
INSPIRED BY @theiowataproom
45m • 4 servings
Blackened salmon, grilled corn tortillas, shredded cabbage, lime corn salsa, topped with horseradish cream sauce. Served with lemon butter rice.
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Family-style
High-protein 💪
7. ZA’ATAR ROASTED BABY CARROTS
INSPIRED BY @gatherinomahaforfooddrink
50m • 4 servings
Cashew Cheese, Spiced Honey, Pistachio Chutney, fresh GUF Arugula (GF Option Available)
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High-protein 💪
Spicy 🌶️
8. Grilled Ribeye Steak with Bordelaise
INSPIRED BY @doubleeaglerestaurant
90m • 2 servings
Savor the rich, juicy flavors of our grilled ribeye steak, perfectly paired with a classic bordelaise sauce for a truly indulgent experience.
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30min ⚡
High-protein 💪
9. Capellini with Lemon Garlic Sauce
INSPIRED BY @allettanterestaurant
25m • 2 servings
Angel hair pasta with sautéed shrimp, lemon zest, garlic, and white wine butter sauce
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Spicy 🌶️
Lunch
10. MARGHERITA PIZZA
INSPIRED BY @trendbarkitchen
180m • 2 servings
(V) Confit Tomato | Mozzarella Cheese | Basil | Napoli Sauce | Olive Oil
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Family-style
High-protein 💪
11. Tandoori Spice Grilled Sturgeon
INSPIRED BY @boombattenrestaurantcafe
60m • 4 servings
Beluga lentil daal, yogurt, cucumber + mint
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High-protein 💪
Spicy 🌶️
12. Gaby's Carne Asada Green Rice Burrito Bowl
INSPIRED BY @neighborly
60m • 3 servings
Carne asada, avocado, cilantro rice, charred corn salsa, sesame kale slaw, and pickled red onion. Se…
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30min ⚡
Family-style
13. Caesar salad with chopped romaine hearts, grilled kale, house made dressing, parmesan, croutons
INSPIRED BY @blueprinton3rd
30m • 4 servings
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30min ⚡
High-protein 💪
14. Smash Burger with Fries
INSPIRED BY @3rdshiftkitchen
30m • 1 servings
Buttered bun, single crispy patty, American cheese, Plotchman’s mustard and a pickle spear. Add bacon, extra patty, bacon jam or a fried egg for an additional charge.
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It only takes 5 seconds. Making this took me 1.75 hours :)
