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    Home > Blog > Seasonal > The Best Summer Recipes

    The Best Summer Recipes

    by Teri Lyn Fisher · Published: Jun 29, 2021

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    All of our Best Summer Recipes from delicious grilled dishes, a variety of salads, simple desserts, and refreshing cocktails! This summer snack board is a favorite of ours and definitely not to be missed!
    a summer snack board with seasonal fruit and burrata.

    We love summer time! We have tons of Summer Recipes; everything from lots of grilling recipes to dessert recipes that use all the fresh and juicy seasonal fruit we all love. We’ve broken our list down into neat sections or summer dinner ideas, summer salad recipes, summer drink recipes, and finally, summer dessert recipes, so everything is easy to find! We hope you can find something you love!

    Summer Dinner Ideas

    We love all our summer dinner ideas because there’s a little something for everyone! We have grilling recipes, vegetarian recipes, recipes that use seasonal ingredients, so many delicious options!

    • This Carne Asada is so good. Our dry dub really makes the meat loaded with flavor. Use this to make tacos, or a delicious torta. Make sure you make a double batch so you can make some Carne Asada Fries or Carne Asada Nachos!
    • Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos are really delicious paired with our crunchy slaw. We love to give a little grill to the tortillas before we serve them so they get warmed up, and a little charred.
    • Our Lamb Kofta is a summer dinner idea favorite. The spiced in the recipe make the lamb extremely flavorful. We love serving this on a platter with lots of accouterments.
    • This Corn Chowder has quickly become a classic. This recipe freezes really well so we love to make a double batch and freeze some for later. It makes a great, easy weeknight dinner.
    • These Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups are a really fun way to use up all the summer zucchini. Think of this recipe like a layered lasagna, except we use zucchini strips instead of pasta noodles, and roll them up instead of layering them.
    • Our Buffalo Cauliflower is actually a great recipe to enjoy all year round, but we particularly love it in the summer paired with a fresh side salad.
    • This Hawaiian Style Crispy Garlic Shrimp is a super flavorful dish. We love the refreshing flavor of the pineapple next to the super crispy, savory, garlic shrimp.
    • This easy Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl is a great way to use leftover chicken, but also a great way to use up any extra odds and ends you might have in your refrigerator. This is a super flexible recipe!
    • Our Grilled Zucchini Tacos are a really great summer vegetarian option. The grilled vegetables really pack a lot of flavor so you don’t ever feel like you’re missing anything. This is a really easy and simple summer dinner idea!
    • Grilled Tri-Tip Sandwiches just screams summer! We LOVE making these sandwiches and enjoying them outside with an iced cold beer or Spicy Michelada!
    Freshly prepared carne asada on a cutting board sliced up.
    Carne Asada Recipe
    Beer battered fish tacos on a platter with a cabbage slaw and some lime wedges.
    Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos
    A prepared recipe for lamb kofta on a platter with rice and lettuce.
    Lamb Kofta Recipe
    A summer corn chowder recipe in two bowls with lime wedges.
    Corn Chowder
    Zucchini lasagna roll ups close up in a baking dish.
    Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups
    A crispy shrimp recipes plattered with rice and pineapple.
    Hawaiian Style Crispy Shrimp

    Summer Salad Recipes

    Delicious salads are a staple in our houses for the summer. When it’s really hot, all we want to eat are all the fresh and delicious things! We always turn to salads that we can load up with lots of different flavors and ingredients. Our salads are all very hearty and satisfying and are sure to fill you up, but not slow you down.

    • Our Loaded BBQ Chicken Salad is a favorite of ours. It’s packed with flavor that come from some yummy seasonal ingredients like fresh corn, crunchy jicama, and juicy tomatoes.
    • This Summer Steak Salad is great for a crowd. We love it because we’ve paired with a lot of other season fresh ingredients like sweet corn, ripe tomatoes and juicy peaches. You can serve it up on a platter, with a side of pita or over a big bed of lettuce.
    • If you love avocados- this is the salad for you! Our Grilled Avocado Salad is super yummy, and the grilling of the avocados adds a nice smoky flavor. We dressed it with a herby yogurt dressing which really balances out all the flavors.
    • This Loaded Salmon Summer Salad is a perfect option when you’re craving delicious salmon. It’s loaded with a bunch of different flavors that all come together for the perfect loaded salad!
    • Our Coconut Shrimp Summer Salad has pretty seasonal heirloom tomatoes, and nectarines. We finished it all with a creamy buttermilk dressing. The coconut shrimp is so crispy and delicious and really adds that extra something to this already mouthwatering salad.
    • This Corn Salad is made with brown butter which gives everything a delicious savory nutty flavor. We added seared cubes of halloumi to the salad which add a pleasantly salty flavor to everything. This salad travels well and is perfect to bring to get togethers. It’s one of our summer favorites!
    • This Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad is the quintessential salad to pair with anything you might be grilling. Our salad is super creamy and has some nice vegetable additions to give it some crunch.
    • Our Broccoli Crunch Salad is a great addition to any picnic or summer get together! The combination of crisp broccoli, bits of bacon and crunchy cashews is to die for!
    Summer bbq chicken salad recipe in a big bowl with dressing on the side.
    Loaded BBQ Chicken Salad
    A summer steak salad on a platter with fresh herbs on the side and a stack of plates.
    Summer Steak Salad
    Grilled avocado salad in a bowl with toasted pieces of bread on the side.
    Grilled Avocado Salad
    A big platter of a summer salmon salad with glasses of water next to them.
    Summer Salmon Salad
    Coconut shrimp summer salad on a platter with avocado and heirloom tomatoes.
    Coconut Shrimp Summer Salad recipe
    A summer corn salad prepared and placed in a bowl with a spoon.
    Summer Corn Salad
    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad recipe in a bowl.
    Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad
    Broccoli Crunch Salad in a bowl with a wooden spoon next to it.
    Broccoli Crunch Salad

    Delicious Summer Drink Recipes

    We are always on the lookout for refreshing summer drinks recipes that are easy to pull together, but can really hit the spot in the middle of those heat waves.

    • We love our Summer Shandy Drink recipe. It’s refreshing and light, and won’t knock you to your feet. It’s a mixed drink made with beer, so it’s not as strong as something with hard alcohol. You can even cut corners and use store bought lemonade as a mixer.
    • Our Michelada drink recipe is savory and perfect for brunch. This summer drink recipe has a really nice and bright tang that makes them so yummy. This is also made with beer, so it’s a breeze to drink.
    • Palomas are one of our all time favorite cocktails. It’s such a simple and super refreshing summer drink! It’s the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.
    • If you’re looking for a delicious and refreshing nonalcoholic beverage, our Matcha Lemonade is the perfect drink recipe for you. It’s so simple to make and nothing beats homemade lemonade! The matcha adds a really delicious, subtle earthy vibe to the drink and we love it so much!
    Two summer shandy drinks next to each other surrounded by lemon wedges.
    Summer Shandy
    Two spicy michelada drinks with lime wedges around them.
    Michelada Recipe

    Summer Desserts

    One of the best parts of summer is all the berries and stone fruit that are in season. We have a lot of summer dessert recipes we look forward to all year! Here are some of our favorites:

    • Our Pina Colada Italian Ice Pops are always fun to make. You can easily omit the alcohol to make these kid friendly. These are a really delicious treat to stash in your freezer. Find re-usable push pop molds here.
    • These Strawberry Shortcakes are always a crowd pleaser. We make ours with a simple cornmeal drop biscuit which cuts down the time on this summer dessert recipe. It’s a great way to use all those juicy summer strawberries you have!
    • Our Ricotta Crostata recipe is a really great recipe because it’s super flexible. You can really use any fresh fruit you have on hand and this recipe will still be delicious!
    • These Banana Cream Tarts are one of our favorites! It’s the perfect summer dessert recipe when you want to make something a little special. The whipped cream filling won’t weigh you down, and wow it sure is tasty!
    • Our Salted Cantaloupe and Ginger Ice Cream is to die for! The unique flavor combination is so so good and who doesn’t love great ice cream…especially in the summer!
    • When we need a simple dessert to bring to a gathering we break out these Blueberry Yogurt Cookies. You get a burst of blueberry in each bite and they’re so light and fluffy they remind us of muffin tops disguised as cookies!
    Pina colada Italian Ice Pops on a platter next to pineapple slices and lime wedges.
    Pina Colada Italian Ice Pops
    Strawberry shortcakes made with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
    Strawberry Shortcakes
    Summer fruit piles high on a bed of ricotta in a crostata.
    Ricotta Crostata
    Banana cream tarts drizzled with honey on a sheet of parchment.
    Banana Cream Coconut Tart

    We hope you guys can find some yummy summer recipes you want to make! Please check out some of our recipe collections for more ideas:

    Dinner Recipe Collection
    Salad Recipe Collection
    Quick and Easy Recipes

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    Summer snack platter with a napkin next to it.

    The Best Summer Recipes: Summer Snack Board

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    All of our Best Summer Recipes from delicious grilled dishes, a variety of salads, simple desserts, and refreshing cocktails! This summer snack board is a favorite of ours and definitely not to be missed!
    RECIPE BY Teri & Jenny
    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Total Time: 10 minutes mins
    Servings: 4

      INGREDIENTS  

    • 2 large heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges (about 8 pieces each)
    • 2 ripe peach, pitted and cut into wedges (about 8 pieces)
    • 1 large ball burrata
    • 4 ounces very thinly sliced prosciutto (8 to 9 strips)
    • fresh oregano leaves
    • fresh basil leaves
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
    • sea salt flakes for sprinkling
    • fresh cracked black pepper

      INSTRUCTIONS  

    • Spread tomato wedges and peach wedges onto a large platter.
    • Tear prosciutto into smaller strips and nestle between fruit wedges.
    • Break burrata ball up into heaping spoonfuls and dot around other ingredients
    • Top platter with fresh oregano leaves and basils leaves. Finish with a drizzle of oil, sprinkle of sea salt flakes and cracked black pepper. Serve.
    Serving: 1serving Calories: 226kcal Carbohydrates: 11g Protein: 5g Fat: 19g Saturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 19mg Sodium: 192mg Potassium: 414mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 9g Vitamin A: 1003IU Vitamin C: 17mg Calcium: 14mg Iron: 1mg
    CUISINE: Amercian
    KEYWORD: burrata, peaches, tomatoes
    COURSE: Appetizer, lunch

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    June 29, 2021 / 4 Comments

    About Teri Lyn Fisher

    Teri Lyn Fisher is half of Spoon Fork Bacon. She is also a food and cosmetics photographer. She is a big fan of hot dogs. #sfbTERI

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    1. Mercer

      July 18, 2021 at 12:53 am

      All of these recipes sound incredible I don’t know which I should try first! This looks so good! A perfect cool, fresh dish for hot summer days!

      Reply
    2. Ellery

      August 19, 2020 at 7:39 pm

      5 stars
      Love this!

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    3. Joan

      August 12, 2020 at 10:32 pm

      5 stars
      So many great ideas! Thanks!

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    4. Aubrey

      August 12, 2020 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      All of these look incredible. Love the snack plate! So yum!

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