Term 1 Summer Meal Plan
- The Home Companion
- Dec 29, 2025
- 3 min read
Term 1 is all about getting back into a rhythm without overloading your evenings. This Summer Meal Plan has been designed to make weeknight dinners easier, lighter, and more predictable during the warmer months.
The focus is on familiar, family-friendly meals that work well in the Thermomix®, with two options per night so you can mix and match depending on time, appetite, or what you already have on hand. These are the kinds of meals you can rotate confidently through the term without feeling like you’re cooking something completely new every night.
Meat-Free Mondays
Risotto Verde
A fresh, green risotto that feels comforting without being heavy. This is a great early-week option and an easy way to get extra vegetables into the meal.
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Creamy Vegetable Pasta
A reliable, mild option that works well for the whole family. Easy to adapt with extra vegetables or protein if needed.
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Taco Tuesdays
Chilli & Cheese Nachos
Quick to assemble and perfect for busy nights. This one works well as a build-your-own dinner, which makes it especially popular with kids.
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Chicken Burritos
An easy, hands-on dinner where everyone can assemble their own. Ideal for using up leftovers and keeping things flexible.
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Mid-Week Wednesdays
Moroccan Chicken
Full of flavour while still being family-friendly. This dish works well with rice or couscous and is great for leftovers.
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Chicken with Capsicum
A simple, saucy option that’s mild and dependable. Perfect for a no-fuss midweek dinner.
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Easy Thursdays
Quick Pork Noodles
Fast, satisfying, and ideal for nights when time is tight. This is a good option when you want dinner on the table quickly without much prep.
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Greek Meatballs & Salad
A lighter option that still feels filling. This works especially well on warmer nights and can be prepped ahead. Best served with a Greek salad, pita bread and halloumi.
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Fake-Away Fridays
Fried Rice
A classic end-of-week meal and a great way to use up leftovers. Flexible, quick, and always popular.
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Cajun Chicken Schnitzel & Slaw
Crispy, golden schnitzels that feel like takeaway at home. Perfect for a relaxed end-of-week dinner.
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Make Weeknight Dinners Easier with Our Term 1 Summer Meal Plan
To make planning simpler, we’ve pulled these recipes together into a Term 1 Summer Meal Plan you can download and use throughout the term.
Print it out, keep it on the fridge, or save it to your phone so it’s always on hand. With themed nights and flexible options, it’s designed to reduce decision fatigue and make weeknight dinners feel more manageable during a busy school term.
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