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6 Quick Ground Beef Dinners for the Start of Summer

June 17, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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When the days get longer and the temps start climbing, dinnertime calls for meals that are fast, flavorful, and won’t leave you sweating over the stove. Ground beef is perfect for a summer dinner. It’s affordable, versatile, and ready to go in a flash. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family after a day outside or just looking to keep things simple, these five quick ground beef dinners are the answer.

Think bold flavors, minimal prep, and dinners that taste like summer, without the hassle.

Greek Meatballs

Greek Meatballs.
Image Credit: Joy Food Sunshine.

These Greek Meatballs are a quick & easy, flavorful main dish or appetizer, ready in 20 minutes! Serve them with tzatziki, wrapped in a pita, or over a Greek salad!

Get The Recipe:  Greek Meatballs 

Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef

Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef.
Image Credit: Mamazilla Food.

You will love this recipe for zucchini boats with ground beef and bechamel sauce. This hearty, meaty dish, with tender baked zucchini and creamy bechamel sauce on top, will impress the whole family and become one of your favorites.

Get The Recipe:  Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef and Bechamel Sauce On Top

Easy Ground Beef Stir Fry With Noodles

Easy Ground Beef Stir Fry with Noodles.
Image Credit: Peanut Blossom.

This budget-friendly beef stir fry is loaded with fresh veggies and is perfect for busy families. Made with fast-cooking ramen noodles, kids love this fun noodle dish.

Get The Recipe:  Easy Beef Stir Fry with Noodles 

Ground Beef Thai Lettuce Wraps 

Ground Beef Thai Lettuce Wraps.
Image Credit: Cook At Home Mom.

These Thai Lettuce Wraps are made with ground beef, served with Coconut Cauliflower Rice, and topped with cashews and avocados. They’re Whole30 and Low Carb and for a complete, delicious meal!

Get The Recipe: Ground Beef Thai Lettuce Wraps

Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl

Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl.
Image Credit: Corrie Cooks.

Looking for a low-carb light dinner recipe? This Egg roll in a bowl is the recipe for you, and it can be ready in less than 10 minutes. 

Get The Recipe: Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl

Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe.
Image Credit: Winding Creek Ranch.

These Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs are the perfect family-friendly meal. These easy-to-make, flavorful meatballs are an easy dinner recipe, with meatballs coated in a homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce, so tender and saucy.

Get The Recipe:  Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

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