Grilled corn on the cob is covered with crumbled cotija cheese and served with aioli. A light and refreshing spinach salad sprinkled with diced watermelon and walnuts. After a winter of surviving on pantry meals and not-so-fresh produce that comes from nowhere, we’re ready to eat and enjoy all the fresh, local produce available this summer. Masu.
From strawberry salad to sweet corn pie, summer isn’t complete without lunch, dinner, and dessert recipes featuring summer’s most popular flavors. From melons, peaches, and blueberries to zucchini, okra, cucumbers, and more.
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Amachazuke chicken
Courtesy of The Seasoned Mama.
Nothing beats the heat like a tall sweet tea, but it might be even better as a marinade for chicken. This sweet brown chicken recipe is juicy, flavorful, and can be made in the oven or on the grill.
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Chipotle lime grilled chicken with mango salsa
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There’s no denying that grilled chicken is one of the hallmarks of summer meals, but there are hundreds of ways to prepare it. But this combination of chipotle-lime grilled chicken and juicy mango salsa might just be one of the most delicious.
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Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Strawberries
Courtesy of Walder Wellness.
Let’s talk about the perfect summer appetizer. This recipe combines sweet roasted strawberries with creamy, salty whipped feta for a memorable start to your meal.
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Sweet corn and zucchini gnocchi skillet
Courtesy of Healthy Epicurean.
Sweet corn and basil is one of our favorite summer combinations. This easy skillet gnocchi recipe with zucchini and red peppers is finished with a light lime cream sauce.
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Grilled Salmon Pesto with Strawberry Cucumber Salsa
Courtesy of Suburban Soapbox.
I can’t decide whether I prefer the smoky flavor of the pesto-roasted salmon or the contrasting freshness of the accompanying strawberry-cucumber salsa.
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easy mexican street corn
Presented by Food with Feeling.
Elote, Mexican corn on the cob, is a lot more interesting than just slathering sweet corn with butter and calling it a day (and a clever way to utilize sweet corn, which is probably not as sweet as the name suggests). . Grilled corn on the cob is slathered with crema, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, cotija cheese, and seasonings for a great side dish.
Get the recipe from Food with Feeling.
Grilled pork loin chops with fresh strawberry salsa
Courtesy of a tired chef.
Pork loin chops bake in about the same amount of time as making this fresh strawberry, mint, and jalapeño salsa, making it the perfect summer recipe for a weeknight.
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Peach caprese grilled chicken
Providing a small kitchen.
There’s no denying that this dish is bursting with bright flavors. Grilled chicken is combined with juicy fresh peaches, grilled corn, prosciutto, balsamic sauce, and creamy mozzarella cheese to create a dish you’ll want on even the hottest summer day.
Get the recipe from From a Small Kitchen.
strawberry goat cheese salad
Courtesy of Sweet Tea + Thyme.
Strawberry season has finally arrived. That means you’re looking for all kinds of ways to add strawberries to your favorite dishes, both savory and sweet. This Strawberry Salad combines fresh berries with tangy goat cheese, creamy avocado, and tangy arugula for a memorable meal.
Get the recipe from Sweet Tea + Thyme.
grilled lemon marinated chicken
Courtesy of Eats by April.
Nothing says summer like lemons and grills. That’s why we’re obsessed with this easy and delicious marinade recipe from Eats by April. He only requires 4 ingredients and adds tons of mouth-watering flavor to your grilled chicken.
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cherry pie bar
Courtesy of GastroSense.
A melty cherry pie bar with vanilla glaze is so delicious, especially when topped with ice cream, that it takes you back to your childhood (it’s also great with iced coffee!).
Get the recipe from Gastrosenses.
easy asian cucumber salad
Courtesy of Kid Tested Recipes.
Crunchy, sweet, salty, and refreshing, this cucumber salad is a delicious accompaniment to your favorite grilled meats or a great sandwich topping.
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smashed avocado chickpea sandwich
Courtesy of Feast at Home.
These cool, creamy sandwiches are not only vegan, but they’re also a great way to add summer vegetables to your diet. Customize with diced radishes and cucumbers, grated carrots, fresh raw sweet corn, or thick slices of heirloom tomatoes.
Get the recipe from Fasting At Home.
peach and cream shortbread bars
Courtesy of Lovely Little Kitchen.
With the flavors of peaches and cream that really feel like summer, shortbread bars are the perfect dessert to bring to any barbecue or picnic in any season.
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Tomato, cucumber and mozzarella salad
12 servings of tomatoes.
If you’ve ever tried growing cherry tomatoes, you know that they produce an explosion of sweet tomatoes in late summer. That means you have plenty of ripe tomatoes ready to go. Then try this easy and delicious salad. It’s the perfect side dish for any summer meal.
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Watermelon, avocado and spinach salad with poppy seed dressing
Courtesy of Two Peas & Their Pod.
What could be lighter and more refreshing than this watermelon and avocado salad? Loaded with feta, almonds, red onions, and drizzled with poppy seed dressing, you’ll want to eat it every day.
get the recipe Two peas and their pods.
pickled watermelon rind
Courtesy of Leite’s Culinaria.
Once you’ve used up your watermelon for your watermelon avocado salad, don’t throw away the rind. Please pickle it! Perfect for snacking or adding to salads, sandwiches, and wraps.
Get the recipe from Leite’s Culinaria.
5 minute strawberry dessert
Don’t have time, but would you like to enjoy lots of fresh strawberries? Slice them in half and spread over ladyfingers slathered with cold whipped cream and Danish dessert.
get the recipe One sweet appetite.
Okra and green tomato fritters
On a summer night, when you want to heat up some oil in a frying pan, start by making okra and green tomato fritters. Mix coarsely chopped okra, cornmeal, flowers, tomatoes, onions, and garlic powder into the batter. Then fry the dough, one tablespoon at a time, until crispy and brown.
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blueberry dump cake
Dump cake is basically the lazy cook’s go-to dessert. If you haven’t made it yet, give this Blueberry Cobbler Dump Cake a try. It only requires 5 ingredients and takes 35 minutes to make.
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sweet corn and zucchini pie
The most summer-appropriate and savory pie has to be one loaded with sweet corn and zucchini. This pie from Pinch of Yam is just that, plus baked yellow onions, sliced mushrooms, and heaps of mozzarella and Swiss cheese.
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grilled peach avocado salad
You can never have enough avocado and fruit salad. I Heart Umami’s Grilled Peach Avocado Salad combines two popular summer flavors with fresh arugula and salted prosciutto tossed with balsamic vinegar.
get the recipe iHeart Umami.
Roasted poblano and sweet corn chicken salad
Healthy, hearty, and flavorful, Creative Bite’s chicken salad is equal parts spicy (thanks to poblano and cayenne peppers) and sweet. Plus, the chicken salad uses mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt, so you won’t feel so guilty eating more than a cup of lettuce.
get the recipe Creative part-time job.
creamy cucumber salad
On a sweltering day, a 10-minute creamy cucumber salad with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon, fresh herbs, honey, vinegar, and red onion slices will instantly cool you down. .
get the recipe Enjoyable and healthy eating.
Salad with prosciutto, melon, and mozzarella cheese
This sweet and salty prosciutto, melon, and mozzarella salad is the perfect time to stock up on fresh produce at the farmers market. Be sure to also have EVOO, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar on hand.
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Looking for more summer recipes? Giada de Laurentiis has lots of:
Watch: How to Make Watermelon Mango Salsa
A version of this article was originally published in July 2019.
