The warmer weather is finally here, making it the perfect time to enjoy good food with your loved ones. So if you're looking to entertain, but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen, try one of these simple summer dinner party ideas. From crowd-pleasing mains to impressive desserts - each recipe uses simple, fresh and light ingredients for the ultimate summer spread.
Spanish-Style Croquettes
Kick off your dinner party with these scrumptious tapas bites. Bursting with smoky, plant-based goodness, you can easily prep these croquettes beforehand, so they’re ready to serve as your guests arrive.
Puy Lentil Paratha Flatbreads
A twist on the classic Paratha Flatbreads. These are stuffed with, you guessed it – lentils! The earthy Puy Lentil filling creates a hearty, nutty flavour and you can easily scale up the recipe to cater for all your dinner party guests.
Sumac Roasted Aubergine with Puy Lentils
Puy Lentils are the perfect pairing with the satisfying, earthy flavours of roasted aubergine. Inspired by the likes of Ottolenghi, this show-stopping dish is guaranteed to impress your summer dinner party guests. Using our ready-to-eat pouches allows you to spend less time prepping and more time making memories this summer.
Heritage Tomato Salad with Mediterranean-Style Grains
This summer salad can be whipped up in minutes, using beautiful heritage tomatoes and easy, flavoursome grains. A simple but delicious side for a summer dinner party with friends.
Cumin Roasted Carrot Ribbon Salad
Simple and effective – every dinner party host’s dream. These cumin-roasted carrots take minutes to crisp up in the oven and pack a real punch when tossed in this zesty, fresh dressing. A really easy showstopper salad, guaranteed to impress your guests.
Persian Tofu Veggie Skewers
Easy to make and fun to eat, veggie skewers are a must for your dinner party menu. They’re perfectly spiced and taste even better when paired with our aromatic Persian-Style Grain Salad.
Roasted Pepper Fajitas with Cajun-style Lentils & Coriander Yoghurt
Fire up your guests with this ultimate fajita feast and before you know it, you’ll have a fiesta on your hands! The zesty coriander yoghurt dolloped on top of these spicy, Cajun-Style Grains can get a little messy, but trust us - it’s perfect for sharing and all part of the fun!
Chestnut & Ginger Cheesecake
Who said you can’t have your cake and eat it?! With Chestnut puree, you can eat your cake dairy free (and a small slice of guilt free!) in many plant-based scenarios. This Chestnut and Ginger Cheesecake is a real showstopper, with the punchy ginger pairing perfectly with the creaminess of the Chestnuts. Get ahead and prep before your dinner party guests arrive.
Chocolate Chestnut Mousse
Velvety, light and airy, this Chocolate Chestnut Mousse is the perfect desert to serve on a warm Summer’s evening. It is also a host’s dream – by preparing this well before the dinner party starts, you don’t have to miss out on any of the fun!
Chestnut Frangipane & Fig Tart
A really beautiful tart that celebrates the perfect balance of sweet figs with smooth, creamy chestnuts. Serve with a scoop of dairy free ice-cream or crème fraiche to elevate it even further!
What's first on your dinner party menu?
