As summer winds down and the school year ramps up, grilled dinners are perfect for keeping mealtime stress-free and nutritious. Enjoy the last of the summer sun with these delightful dishes and make back-to-school season a little more delicious!     

1. Lemon Herb Chicken 

Ingredients: 

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 
• 2 lemons (juiced) 
• 3 cloves garlic (minced) 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped) 
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped) 
• Salt and pepper to taste 

Instructions: 

1. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. 
2. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. 
3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. 
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. 
5. Serve hot with a side of your favorite grilled vegetables or a fresh salad. 

2. Veggie Skewers 

Ingredients: 

• 1 red bell pepper (cut into chunks) 
• 1 yellow bell pepper (cut into chunks) 
• 1 zucchini (sliced) 
• 1 red onion (cut into chunks) 
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
• 2 cloves garlic (minced) 
• Salt and pepper to taste 
• Skewers 

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to medium heat. 
2. In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. 
3. Add the vegetables to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. 
4. Thread the vegetables onto the skewers. 
5. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly charred. 
6. Serve as a side dish or as a main course with a grain like quinoa or rice. 
    

3. Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa 

Ingredients: 

• 4 salmon fillets 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder 
• Salt and pepper to taste 
• For the Avocado Salsa: 
• 2 ripe avocados (diced) 
• 1 small red onion (finely chopped) 
• 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced) 
• 1 lime (juiced) 
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped) 
• Salt to taste 

Instructions: 

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. 
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. 
3. Brush the salmon fillets with the oil mixture. 
4. Grill the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. 
5. In another bowl, combine all the salsa ingredients and mix gently. 
6. Serve the grilled salmon topped with avocado salsa.