I’m trying to figure out a few new recipes to put into my Summer rotation in 2019. Time to look into the archives and see what some of my Favorite Summer Recipes are to glean some inspiration.
I hope this helps you as much as it helps me! Anything you’d like to see this Summer?
All the fresh fruit and ice cold beverages for me, please.
BREAKFAST:
Mango Turmeric Smoothie
New recipe in the rotation! This one is a fast favorite.
Strawberry Chia Jam
You’ll want to find excuses to put this jam on everything!
Ricotta Pancakes with Roasted Strawberries
Looking for a way to get extra protein in the mornings? Add ricotta to your pancakes.
Yogurt Waffles
When Cooper’s at home during the Summer, we make more waffles. This is one of our favorite recipes!
Baked Blueberry Crumb Doughnuts
Because we must take advantage of the blueberry season!
Avocado Superfood Smoothie
My child doesn’t eat avocado but he’ll have it in smoothies!! This one is his favorite.
DINNER:
Zucchini Carbonara
Life-changing!
Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza
I forgot how much I enjoyed this pizza!
Creamy Corn Basil Pasta
A great way to celebrate CORN.
Zucchini Parmesan Sliders
I could eat this entire recipe if given the chance.
Quick Tomato Basil Pasta
One of my go-to dishes during the summer because FRESH TOMATOES are amazing.
Salmon Potato Arugula Salad
Something light for the hot Summer nights!
Herbed Goat Cheese
Speaking of hot nights, sometimes all you need is fancy cheese and grilled bread.
Baked Corn & Tomato Risotto
Great if you don’t want to do much work but you also love corn and tomato together.
Greek Lamb Sliders
Share with friends & family!
Italian Pressed Sandwiches
Put this on your TO MAKE list ASAP. They’re soo good.
SIDES:
Meditteranean Pasta Salad
A hit at BBQs and something I make A LOT for meal prep in the Summer.
Green Beans with Lime & Ginger
A new twist on your favorite bean.
Refrigerator Dilly Beans
Having these in the fridge for quick snacks during the Summer is a great idea.
Coconut Quinoa Slaw
Not your average slaw. This one is delightful and hearty!
Nectarine Caprese Salad
For all your nectarine lovers!
DRINKS:
Strawberry Shrub
One of my favorite non-alcoholic beverages during the Summer.
Celery Gimlet
This one is a palette cleanser!
Boozy Cherry Slushies
Nothing better to sip while sitting on a porch with friends!
Moscow Mule Popsicles
Because boozy popsicles can make a party!
DESSERTS:
Mixed Berry Crisp
You should always have a good berry crisp in your Summer lineup!
Cherry Pie Crumble Bars
One of my favorites!!!
Roasted Peaches in Amaretto
A beautiful dessert for guests!
Lemon Icebox Cupcakes
This dessert couldn’t be easier and it’s fun for kids to help with.
Apricot Almond Cake
I had a hard time not eating all of this! The apricots are so juicy!
Raspberry Cornmeal Cobbler
A true gem of a recipe.
Chocolate Cake with Whipped Cream & Strawberries
I would totally have this for my birthday cake.
Brown Sugar Meringues
Chewy, light, crunchy, creamy, delicious. YES PLEASE.
S’mores Cupcakes
A cupcake with toasted marshmallows? Sign me up!
Hope this inspires you to get in the kitchen this Summer. Let me know if there’s anything you’d like to see here soon! I’m all ears.