Your summer meal plan

Summer is finally here. It’s time to slow down, eat outside and make the most of easy, seasonal cooking. Whether you’re cooking midweek family meals or planning a relaxed weekend feast, this seven-day meal plan has you covered with bright recipes that keep things fresh, easy and big on flavour.
Your summer meal plan
Your summer meal plan
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Whatever you fancy cooking, we've got a recipe to inspire you. From speedy midweek meals to budget-friendly family dinners and weekend treats, let us help you cook and eat better, every day.
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Marks & Spencer
Whatever you fancy cooking, we've got a recipe to inspire you. From speedy midweek meals to budget-friendly family dinners and weekend treats, let us help you cook and eat better, every day.

Monday

Chicken orzo traybake recipe

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Start your week with this sunny Mediterranean-style traybake. Roast tender chicken thighs, golden halloumi and lemony orzo for a simple yet simple yet satisfying midweek meal. The best bit? There’s only one tray to wash up.

Tuesday

Barbecue cauliflower tacos with blue cheese ranch slaw recipe

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Taco Tuesday gets a summer twist with roasted cauliflower coated in sweet, tangy Carolina-style barbecue sauce, served in corn tacos topped with a creamy blue cheese ranch slaw – a meat-free crowd-pleaser with plenty of flavour.

Wednesday

Lemongrass and sweet chilli prawn stir-fry

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This midweek stir-fry comes together in just 15 minutes. Juicy prawns and crisp veggies are tossed in a punchy nuoc cham dipping sauce for a speedy midweek meal filled with sweet, spicy and bursting with fresh flavours.

Thursday

Cavolo nero and hazelnut pesto pasta recipe

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Earthy greens and toasted hazelnuts come together in this lively pesto pasta recipe – ideal for a quick Thursday night dinner.

Friday

Lamb merguez focaccia sandwich

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Friday nights are made for this – spicy lamb merguez sausages are nestled into soft focaccia with a zingy fennel and sumac slaw and creamy houmous. It’s a simple yet flavourful sandwich to kick off the sunny weekend.

Saturday

Meatballs and patatas bravas traybake

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Bring the taste of Spain to your table with this sunshine-inspired traybake. Think crispy potatoes, juicy meatballs and smoky tomato sauce, all drizzled with plenty of roasted garlic aioli – made for al-fresco dining.

Sunday

Beer can chicken recipe

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Put a fun twist on your usual roast this summer with this playful beer-can chicken. Juicy, flavourful and impressive enough to wow the whole table. Serve with seasoned wedges and watch this become a new Sunday favourite.