A Family Meal Plan for July

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It’s been a while coming, but I’m trying to get back into the habit of meal planning for the month. Honestly, half an hour of planning makes the whole month much easier. I’ve tried meal planning weekly, but it takes as long, and before I know it, I have to make another plan. A month at a time seems to work much better for us.

Of course – sometimes meals need to be switched around or changed up, but that’s ok! A little flexibility is fine – I just like the ease of not having to constantly think of what to make for dinner every single day.

The garden is bursting with colour, and summer is in full swing. July’s meals are about ease, freshness, and sharing food outdoors. We’re leaning into seasonal fruits and veggies—think courgettes, tomatoes, cucumbers, berries, and herbs—alongside grilled or roasted meats, homemade breads, and fresh salads. Here’s what we’ll be eating this month…

30 Family Meal Ideas for July

1. Lentil & Vegetable Stew with Soda Bread
2. Tomato & Basil Pasta with Garlic Sourdough
3. Roast Chicken with New Potatoes & Garden Greens
4. Falafel Wraps with Cucumber Raita & Slaw
5. Fishcakes with Pea Purée & Green Salad
6. Homemade Pizza with Mozzarella & Garden Veg
7. Slow Roast Lamb with Mint Gravy & Summer Veg
8. Veggie Stir-Fry with Noodles and Cashews
9. Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice, Herbs & Cheese
10. BBQ Burgers with Corn on the Cob
11. Pasta Salad with Tuna, Peas, and Mayo
12. Grilled Halloumi with Couscous, Chickpeas & Mint Yogurt
13. Chickpea & Spinach Coconut Curry with Flatbreads
14. Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos with Lime Slaw
15. Quiche (Spinach & Feta or Ham & Cheese) with Salad
16. Baked Potatoes with Beans, Cheese & Chives
17. One-Pan Lemon & Herb Chicken Thighs with Veg
18. Homemade Soup (Carrot, Courgette & Red Lentil) with Bread
19. Beef Bolognese with Spaghetti
20. Salmon Fish Fingers with Potato Wedges & Peas
21. Toasted Pitta Pizzas with Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella
22. Frittata with Courgette, Potato & Onion
23. Pulled Chicken Tacos with Salsa & Avocado
24. Sausage & Veg Traybake with Mustard Dressing
25. Macaroni Cheese with Broccoli on the Side
26. Cold Chicken & Egg Salad with Herby New Potatoes
27. Stuffed Flatbreads with Hummus, Veg & Feta
28. Veggie Kebabs with Couscous & Tzatziki
29. Cottage Pie with Carrot & Swede Mash
30. Grilled Veg & Pesto Pasta Bake

Lunch Ideas

• Hummus, grated carrot & spinach wraps
• Boiled egg & cucumber sandwiches
• Tuna mayo with crackers & chopped veg
• Cold chicken with salad and buttered bread
• Leftover pasta or stew in a thermos for a day out
• Cheese & tomato toasties with fruit

Breakfasts

• Overnight oats with strawberries & chia seeds
• Eggs on toast with sautéed spinach
• Yogurt with granola & local honey
• Banana pancakes with nut butter
• Summer porridge with blueberries & flaxseed
• Rye toast with mashed avocado and a sprinkle of salt

Snacks

• Fresh fruit (cherries, berries, nectarines)
• Boiled eggs
• Veg sticks with hummus
• Popcorn with sea salt
• Homemade oat bars
• Cheese cubes and apple slices