Need ideas for dinner this week? I have 7 amazing dinner menus and 38 delicious recipes just for you! Main dishes, sides, salads, soups, breads, desserts—and plenty of helpful tips to make every meal special. Here’s what’s on the menu for the week of May 26th.
The fourth week of May is my favorite time to cook. The farm stands and farmers markets in our county are absolutely overflowing with the season’s best produce right now, and I’m taking full advantage of every bit of it. Asparagus is everywhere, and the early strawberries are finally making their appearance, but it’s been a tough year for this sweet little fruit. I am so grateful for every pint I can get my hands on!
A few days ago I stopped at a local farm stand to pick up rhubarb for a galette, and I noticed a guy buying almost every stalk in the place. I was so curious that I just had to ask what he was planning to do with all this. The answer to that? rhubarb wine. I had no idea that was even a thing, but now I want to try it! It’s funny how a quick conversation at a farm stand can open up a whole new world.
You’ll find all that seasonal goodness woven into this week’s menu. I have 7 dinner menus and 46 delicious recipes for you, with plenty of fresh herbs, bright flavors and simple ideas to make every meal feel a little bit special. Here’s what’s on the menu for the Fourth of May!
Monday is my busiest work day, so dinner needs to be easy, delicious and light on the cleanup. A one-pan meal is almost perfect, and this creamy baked chicken and asparagus delivers on every front. Tender chicken and fresh asparagus come together in a rich, creamy sauce, all in one pan, which means dinner gets to the table quickly and the sink stays happy.
Nani’s fried rice rounds out this meal beautifully and is the perfect companion to all the creamy goodness.
If you know me at all, you know I’m a huge Tex-Mex fan, so Tuesdays are my kind of night! These Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos are so good that I always make extra for lunch. The smoky, bright flavors of chipotle and lime make this one of those meals that excites everyone at the table.
Corn and black bean salsa is the perfect fresh and colorful sidekick to these tacos, adding just the right amount of crunch and brightness to each bite.
Corn and Black Bean Salsa
Peruvian chicken is one of our family’s absolute favorites, and this recipe does not disappoint! The marinade is very flavorful with smoky, bright notes that make this chicken truly memorable.
Our homemade chimichurri sauce, made with fresh herbs straight from the garden, takes it completely over the top. A crisp Greek salad and a loaded cauliflower bake round out this meal, making it truly special.
Bobby is a huge mushroom lover, and living about an hour from Kennett Square, the mushroom capital of the world, means we’re never far from the most beautiful, fresh portobello you’ve ever seen. The small town takes its mushrooms seriously, and if you ever get the chance to visit, the mushroom soup and bisque at the local restaurants are spot on.
This pepperoni pizza stuffed portobello mushrooms is right up Bobby’s alley, and when paired with a quick, creamy 15-minute creamy garlic pasta and a crisp chopped Italian salad with homemade Italian dressing, it’s the kind of weeknight dinner that goes down a treat.
We try to eat salmon at least once a week, and with so many delicious salmon recipes out there, we never get bored! This Seared Salmon with Lemon Garlic Cream immediately caught my eye, and I know it will become a new favorite. Salmon in a bath of creamy, garlicky lemon sauce sounds like pure heaven to me. Perfectly roasted asparagus and Moroccan lemon couscous make this a complete and satisfying meal with very little extra effort.
Saturday is perfect this week! We spend part of the day shopping for furniture, so starting dinner in the slow cooker before heading out is an absolute lifesaver. By the time we get home, the house smells incredible, and dinner is practically done.
We get together with friends for a light patio dinner, and these Slow Cooker Jack Daniel’s Pulled Pork Sliders are the perfect item for a casual, crowd-pleasing evening outside.
Heaped high with creamy coleslaw and served with crispy air fryer french fries and bright fresh corn salad with apple cider vinaigrette, this is the kind of easy, delicious meal that makes you feel like you pulled it all together after being out all day!
Sunday is my favorite day of the week when my kids and grandkids are around the table! We’re big beef lovers in this family, grands included, and a beautiful Roast Beef Tenderloin with French Onion Au Jus is just the kind of show-stopping centerpiece that makes everyone feel a little celebratory. It might sound impressive, but a roast is honestly one of the easiest things you can make, especially with a good meat thermometer by your side. I add thinly sliced carrots to spread around while they roast. All those onions and beef drippings should be delicious.
Raw asparagus salad with walnuts and parmesan is absolutely incredible, and every time I serve it someone asks me for the recipe. Mashed Celery Root Mashed Potatoes round out this meal perfectly, and the best part is that everyone pitches in from table setting to cleanup. This is the dinner I live for.
I’ll be the first to tell you that I’m not much of a sweets person, but lately I’ve been craving a little treat with my afternoon coffee, and these Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt are perfect for that. That sprinkling of sea salt on top totally takes them over the top!
Rarely Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt
This Strawberry Tart One of our favorite sweet recipes.
If you are looking for a cool new recipe, try this one Pasta with rosemary and lemon.
This Delicious Ramen Noodle Salad Makes a perfect side dish.
This Grilled Chicken Asparagus and Pesto Pasta
Friends, this is it The best potato salad, no joke!
This Strawberry crisp He uses in-season strawberries a lot.
Try this Watermelon mosaic salad with warm honey vinaigrette Recipe for lunch or dinner.
For dinner, these are the best sides: Orzo with roasted vegetables.
Lemon bar Make for the best sweet treat
Strawberry Pound Cake Always a crowd pleaser.
Looking for something a little different? Try this Spicy Pineapple Prosciutto Tarts.
This 4-Ingredient Caprese Salad There is perfection.
This is one Asparagus Recipe That includes bacon.
A simple one Puff pastry appetizer or a small bite.
This belongs to my family Favorite pound cake.
Next Fancy Dinner Recipe i am making It is so beautiful and looks divine!
A surprising salad that boasts Potstickers Must try.
This Pickled Blueberry Burrata One of the most unexpected and beautiful summer appetizers.
This Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs Tender, juicy and much lighter than traditional meatballs.
This viral Crispy Smashed Potato Salad Will make you rethink potato salad completely.
This Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Pastry Bites A perfect elegant little appetizer for any occasion.
This Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake Moist, bright and just perfect with your morning coffee.
This Iced coffee popsicles A great summer treat for any coffee lover.
This Ina Garten Brownie Pudding It’s deeply chocolatey and impossibly fudgy.
This Chicken and Corn Chowder There is pure comfort in the bowl.
There you have it, friends: 7 delicious dinner menus and 46 recipes to keep your table happy and your kitchen inspired through the 4th week of May! From easy weeknight one-pan meals to a hearty Sunday tenderloin dinner, there’s something here for every day and every appetite.
I hope you find some new favorites here and that your meals this week are filled with good food and even better company. From my kitchen to yours, happy cooking and even happier gatherings!
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