10+ Easy Summer Dinners for Better Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is a lot more common than you might expect, with about half of U.S. adults living with the condition. A heart-healthy lifestyle is often recommended to help lower blood pressure, and can also play a role in preventing other heart issues like heart failure or heart attacks. With delicious ingredients that are low in sodium, like lean proteins, healthy fats and fiber-packed veggies, these dinner recipes all meet our nutrition parameters for heart health. To support better blood pressure, each recipe contains at least 15% of daily potassium needs (705 milligrams) per serving, which can help improve muscle health and energy levels. Recipes like our Chickpea & Quinoa Grain Bowl or Shrimp Piccata with Zucchini Noodles are perfect additions to your summer menu.

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Chickpea & Quinoa Grain Bowl

In this tasty grain bowl, we keep things classic and simple with hummus, quinoa, avocado and loads of veggies.

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Shrimp Piccata with Zucchini Noodles

The tangy lemon-caper sauce in this healthy Italian makeover recipe is a natural with shrimp. Serving it over zucchini noodles (aka zoodles) keeps the dish summery and low-cal, but it's also delicious with whole-wheat spaghetti.

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No-Cook Black Bean Salad

The dressing for this vegan black bean salad gets its creaminess from blended avocado. Any mix of salad greens will work well, but try arugula if you want to give this hearty salad a peppery kick.

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Black Bean Croquettes with Fresh Salsa

Staples like canned black beans and frozen corn transform into spicy croquettes in mere minutes. Serve with warm corn tortillas, coleslaw and lime wedges.

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Rainbow Grain Bowl with Cashew Sauce

Rainbow Grain Bowl with Cashew Tahini Sauce

This vibrant bowl is packed with nutrients to keep you full for hours. Look for precooked lentils in the refrigerated section of the produce department.

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Slow-Cooked Ranch Chicken and Vegetables

This creamy, veggie-packed chicken dinner comes together easily in your slow cooker for a low-effort and delicious meal!

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White Turkey Chili

This healthy white turkey chili recipe is gorgeous, with flecks of green from zucchini, oregano and green chiles. To keep the saturated fat low, we use 1 pound of ground turkey and add whole-grain bulgur to boost the volume and fiber in this chili recipe.

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Roast Pork, Asparagus & Cherry Tomato Bowl

In this healthy grain bowl, hummus may seem like an unconventional dressing ingredient, but here we thin it with some hot water to make a rich, creamy drizzle.

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Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus Dressing

Hearty yet simple to prepare, this stuffed sweet potato with black beans, kale and hummus dressing is a fantastic 5-ingredient dinner for one!

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Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl

This flavorful burrito bowl features grilled chicken coated in a spicy chipotle glaze. Loading it with vegetables and using quinoa in place of rice adds nutrition for a healthier dinner.

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Grilled Marinated Flank Steak Salad

Grilled flank steak is served over salad greens with sweet corn, peppers and tomatoes, and topped with a fresh cilantro dressing.

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Chicken & Sweet Potato Packets with Peppers & Onions

Cook your whole meal in a packet on the grill with this easy veggie-loaded recipe. The Mexican-inspired seasoning makes the chicken and veggies taste great served with warm tortillas and your favorite taco toppings for a healthy dinner.

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BBQ Chicken and Roasted Corn Salad

This main dish salad recipe combines chicken, corn, black beans and tomatoes. Topped with queso fresco cheese and flavored with barbecue sauce, it's a great choice for a quick dinner.

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Ham and Broccoli Topped Baked Potato

Jazz up your simple baked potato with a quickly microwaved topping for an easy and satisfying dinner.

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Medically reviewed by

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

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