Must Try Summer Recipes
Last Updated June 27, 2021
Just in time for all the summer fireworks, cookouts and outdoor eating!
These are some of our favorite recipes for the summer season. Whether you are looking for a yummy drink or a tasty dessert, we have some unique dishes for you to try. Enjoy and cheers to the warm weather.
Brew up a Batch of Hibiscus Tea: Drink Like an Egyptian
Crimson red and refreshingly tart, karkade (kar-ka-day) is a popular drink in Egypt steeped from dried calyses of roselle (Hibiscus sadbariffa). Enjoy it chilled on a hot summer day, or hot on a cool...
Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes
Celebrate any occasion with these lemon-blueberry ricotta filled pancakes. These pancakes will impress any guest and can make breakfast, brunch or brinner special. Top with a dollop of sweeten...
Mexican Chocolate Fudge Pops
While traditional fudge pops are extremely tasty, I find them a bit lacking given their single flavor profile. By adding a bit of cinnamon and cayenne pepper, these fudgy pops pack a whole lot of...
Mexican Street Corn Hot Dog
Let's just say mustard and catsup aren't the only condiments meant for a hotdog. Make your hotdog and you feel special by topping it with some Mexican Corn Salsa.
Salmon Burger Tacos with Pico de Gallo
In Partnership with Sitka Salmon Shares
Grilled Peaches with Lemon-Honey Drizzle
Create something special and sweet for your dinner guests with this High Holidays recipe.
Roasted Poblano and Corn Oaxaca Grilled Cheese
You can add just about anything to your grilled cheese-try local, fresh corn!
Spicy Green Tomato Salsa
A great salsa with beautiful flavors and colors showcasing the use of green tomatoes. Perfect for the seasons beginning, middle and end.
Szechwan Peppercorn Basil Lemonade
When Life Gives You Lemons…
Strawberry Kale Salad with Nutty Granola Croutons
June produce comes together to create this yummy salad.
Dijon Sweet Potato Salad
Summer picnics should be two things: easy and low maintenance. And the dishes shouldn’t be messy, and they shouldn’t spoil. These recipes are designed to have you packed, out the door and en route...
Mock Chicken Salad: Playing Chicken
If spring has you craving light and fresh food to give your body a break from heavy winter dishes, this recipe will do the trick. I created this mock chicken salad recipe for those who don't eat...
Fresh Chopped Salad with Chickpeas, Avocado and Pepitas
Avocado and pepitas decorate this crunchy salad.
Lemon Chess Pie with Twinkle VanWinkle
This chess pie recipe speaks to my Southern heart. A staple at all our family gatherings throughout my life, Hoosier Mama's recipe is a sweet reminder of my grandmother's holiday table and the love...
Living Lemon Squares
Pucker Up for Living Lemon Squares. When I think of lemons, I think of a warm summer breeze and sipping ice tea with lemon on the back porch. That tart and refreshing flavor is perfect to balance the...
Fuzzy Caterpillar Mocktail
Refreshing, beautiful and not just for kids!
Grilled Zucchini, Pea, Mint & ‘Parmesan’ Salad
I love making this salad to go with pizzas. The flavours are so yummy and fresh, which I find complement pizza really well. It is also a goodie for a balmy summer’s night when you feel like...
