Summer Recipes


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Fried zucchini with tomatoes and pesto sauceViews: 4 322

Mini vegetable sandwiches (sliders) with grilled zucchini slices instead of buns are an easy, low-carb snack that packs a punch with a whole host of flavors. Grill the zucchini slices so...

zucchini, zucchini, plum tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, wine vinegar, pesto sauce, basil...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, With wine, .
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Refreshing raspberry and lime punchViews: 2,305

This delicious, refreshing cocktail is perfect for both summer parties and winter aperitifs, when you're craving a warm summer atmosphere. The aromatic French wine Lillet pairs harmoniously...

white wine, mineral water, lime juice, rum, raspberries, mint...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Fish, .
Author: - chef
Spaghetti with shrimp in wineViews: 3,046

This exquisite Italian seafood pasta will be a true highlight of your holiday dinner. Boil the spaghetti, and everything else will be ready in minutes, thanks to...

Spaghetti pasta, white wine, shrimp, clams, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Author: - culinary writer
Cold vegetable soup GazpachoViews: 2,949

This version of Spanish gazpacho soup will appeal to those who don't like a uniform soup: all the vegetables—cucumbers, plum tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions—are chopped into small pieces and poured over...

Plum tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet peppers, red onions, tomato juice, wine vinegar, black pepper, tomato soup, garlic...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
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Sparkling punch with Moscato and pink lemonadeViews: 1979

This vibrant punch is based on pink Moscato sparkling wine. Top it off with lemon juice and simple syrup, and serve each glass garnished with ice cubes filled with raspberries, mugs...

rose wine, sparkling wine, lemon juice, lemonade, syrup, mint...
Time: 15 min. plus ice freezing time Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Author: - singer, author of cookbooks
Crumbly Key Lime PieViews: 1,313
Recipe contents:

This key lime cake beautifully balances sweetness with the citrusy tartness of lime and the salty note of cream cheese frosting. You can make a more casual version with one layer, or...

Gelatin, premium flour, eggs, orange juice, lime juice, powdered sugar, cream cheese...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Fried chicken in a frying panViews: 3,253

Before grilling, rub chicken breasts with a Mexican adobo rub, which gives them a delicious flavor even if you're cooking them on a grill pan rather than on an outdoor grill. You can...

chicken breasts, lemon pepper, garlic powder, dried onion, oregano, parsley, annatto, cumin...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 144
Fresh Peach SaladViews: 1,822

Enjoy all the delights of fresh, juicy peaches in this salad with a vinaigrette made with red wine vinegar and honey. It's quick and easy to make, but the thin slices of peaches and...

Peaches, smoked Gouda cheese, arugula, wine vinegar, pecans, honey...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Author: - culinary writer
Salad with fried cornViews: 2,905
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Give a traditional summer cucumber and tomato salad a Latin American twist by adding grilled corn to the vegetables. Its sweetness and smoky flavor complement the spicy peppers perfectly.

corn, plum tomatoes, bell peppers, jalapeño peppers, lime juice, cilantro...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, Meat, With bread, .
Author: - culinary writer
Fried minced meat saladViews: 3,693

Cheeseburger lovers will love this salad, which combines all the ingredients of a delicious, juicy sandwich, and delivers the same flavor! The only difference is that on a hot summer day, you won't...

Ground beef, croutons, romaine lettuce, cheddar cheese, plum tomatoes, pickled cucumber, red onion, barbecue sauce, ketchup...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, .
Avocado and Roasted Corn Salad with Green Goddess DressingViews: 1,774

Grilled corn imbues this salad with a delightful summer flavor and aroma with smoky hints, while tender avocado chunks make it filling and incredibly healthy. But the real highlight...

Romaine lettuce, Avocado, corn, jalapeno pepper, lemon juice, Anchovies, dill...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Fish, Appetizers, Fish, .
Author: - culinary writer
Baked Shrimp SaladViews: 2 124

Baked shrimp have a more intense and rich flavor than regular boiled shrimp, and they make a wonderful salad. Bake large shrimp in the oven, and when they've cooled, simply toss them with...

shrimp, orange juice, wine vinegar, capers, dill...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
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Salad with couscous, tomatoes and mintViews: 5,931

This delicious and filling Mediterranean-style summer salad is ready in minutes, thanks to a base of couscous that's steamed for just 5 minutes. Pair the couscous with sweet cherry tomatoes,...

Couscous, cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, pine nuts, green onions, ground cayenne pepper, lemon zest, mint...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, .
Author: - culinary writer
Baked Artichoke SaladViews: 2,590

This salad is made with frozen artichoke hearts, so you can enjoy its vibrant spring flavor all year round. Thawed artichokes are rubbed with olive oil and baked in the oven...

Artichokes, bell peppers, capers, champagne vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, basil...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
The Best and Worst Summer Drinks

The Best and Worst Summer Drinks

Find out about the best and worst summer drinks and enjoy the healthiest ones.

The Best and Worst Foods for a Summer Picnic

The Best and Worst Foods for a Summer Picnic

Picnics and barbecues are some of the best summer food-related activities. Learn how to enjoy them without compromising your health.

5 Picnic Cupcake Cakes

5 Picnic Cupcake Cakes

Burgers and potato salads, step aside. Dessert is now the star of the summer barbecue.

Author: - culinary writer
Creamy Corn Soup with Summer SquashViews: 3 301

This light soup is a great way to enjoy summer vegetables during their harvest season. Corn, ground with low-fat milk, gives it a wonderful velvety texture, as if it were made with fatty...

corn, bell pepper, zucchini, plum tomatoes, milk, basil...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 180
Author: - singer, author of cookbooks
Potato casserole with zucchiniViews: 1,763

A potato casserole will be lighter, healthier, and juicier if you replace some of the potatoes with zucchini. Add onion rings, spices, and top with a creamy, low-fat mixture...

Potatoes, zucchini, condensed milk, Parmesan cheese, green onions, salt and spices, nutmeg, ground cayenne pepper, paprika...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Simple chicken salad recipes

Simple chicken salad recipes

Stuff chicken salad into a bun, wrap it in lettuce, or eat it with crackers. Either way, chicken salad is worth making. Why?

The Best Summer Wine Cocktails

The Best Summer Wine Cocktails

Instead of strong alcohol, enjoy light, refreshing wine-based drinks all summer long.

Categories: Drinks, Juices, .
Quick Homemade LemonadeViews: 6,363

If you're planning a summer party, make a large batch of natural homemade lemonade, adding lemon slices for garnish. It's made with just water, lemons, and sugar. No added flavorings...

lemon juice, lemonade...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 10 liters
Mexican Vegetable Salsa with Roasted CornViews: 2 143

This fresh Mexican pico de gallo salsa, in addition to the main ingredients—tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and spicy jalapeño—also features roasted corn. Roast it right on the cob until...

corn, tomatoes, lime juice, jalapeno peppers, cilantro...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
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Cauliflower TabboulehViews: 5 622

Coarsely grated raw cauliflower replaces traditional bulgur in this Middle Eastern salad. It resembles the grain, but the tabbouleh is low-calorie and...

cauliflower, plum tomatoes, lemon juice, green onions, parsley, mint...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 151
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, Fruit, .
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Watermelon salad with halloumi cheeseViews: 2,267

Halloumi cheese has a high melting point, making it ideal for frying, resulting in a soft and chewy interior with a crisp, crispy exterior. This summer salad...

Watermelon, halloumi cheese, cucumber, celery, balsamic vinegar...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Appetizers, With sauces, Meat, .
Author: - chef
Fried wings in a sticky honey glazeViews: 10,614

An incredibly simple recipe for fried chicken wings in a sticky glaze. You don't need a deep fryer or oven for this recipe. The chicken wings are marinated for several hours in a soy sauce with ginger,...

Chicken wings, ginger root, lemon juice, cilantro, soy sauce, sesame seeds, honey...
Time: 2 hours 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Grill, Meat, Bakery, .
Author: - restaurateur
Hot dogs with spicy pineapple relishViews: 4,745

Replace traditional mustard and ketchup on your hot dog with an exotic pineapple relish, where the fruity sweetness harmoniously combines with the tartness of lime and the heat of jalapeño. Simmer...

sausages, pineapple, vegetable relish, bell pepper, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, mustard seed, cilantro...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Salads, Fruit, .
Author: - chef
Salad with strawberriesViews: 2,760

This salad is loaded with juicy strawberries, tender, savory arugula, tart gorgonzola, crunchy almonds, and dressed with a wonderful strawberry vinaigrette with white balsamic vinegar. It's a real...

Strawberries, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, arugula, almonds, gorgonzola cheese...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, Fish, .
Author: - chef
Pasta salad with shrimp in a creamy dressingViews: 4 269

Pasta salad is perfect for summer. It's like Italian pasta, but instead of sauce, it's served with a dressing and served cold, which is perfect for hot weather. This salad...

Campanella pasta, shrimp, champagne vinegar, mascarpone cheese, parmesan cheese, fennel, onion, peas, peppadew pepper, basil, dill...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Grill, Vegetables, fruits, .
Author: - famous chef
Grilled avocadoViews: 4,781

Next time you fire up the grill, throw a few avocado wedges on the grate. You'll be amazed at the wonderful, deep, smoky flavor they'll acquire. It's the perfect picnic appetizer, filling,...

Avocado, parsley, balsamic vinegar, garlic...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Country-style grilled potatoesViews: 5 852

Sweet potato wedges, grilled to delicious black grill marks, are much healthier than regular potatoes, make a great side dish for almost any meal, and can also be eaten on their own...

sweet potato, flaked sea salt...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Appetizers, Sandwiches, .
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Shiitake Mushroom Slider SandwichesViews: 1,786

The meaty caps of shiitake mushrooms, with their rich flavor and flat shape, make an interesting alternative to beef patties in these miniature sandwiches. They also cook faster...

Shiitake mushrooms, Monterey Jack cheese, Hawaiian buns, spinach, black pepper, thyme, honey...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 12 mini sandwiches
Author: - culinary writer
Ranch dressing with herbsViews: 3,647

Once you try this homemade ranch dressing, you'll never go back to store-bought plastic bottles! It's delicious, contains no confusing ingredients, and, most importantly, incredibly easy to make. Everything you need...

Ranch dressing, sour cream, mayonnaise, yogurt, kefir, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil...
Time: 5 min. plus cooling time Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, .
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Caprese with melting grilled mozzarellaViews: 2,747

Give a classic caprese appetizer a meaty twist by adding Italian prosciutto. This appetizer will be a hit at your party. Slices of mozzarella are wrapped in paper-thin...

Mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, flaked sea salt, basil, balsamic vinegar...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Author: - restaurateur
Summer Succotash SaladViews: 2,670

This vibrant summer salad is made with seasonal vegetables, fresh herbs, and grated cheese. It's perfect for picnics, as a hearty main dish, or as a side dish for grilled meats. To fill it up...

Lima beans, corn, tomatoes, Pecorino Romano cheese, lime juice, paprika, mint, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Grill, Bakery, Appetizers, Sandwiches, .
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Smoked Veggie BurgersViews: 1,799

The patties for these delicious and healthy vegetarian burgers are made with a blend of fried mushrooms, walnuts, cooked quinoa, and sweet potatoes. Worcestershire sauce and smoked paprika...

Hamburger buns, sweet potatoes, quinoa, breadcrumbs, bean sprouts, champignons, walnuts, Dijon mustard, paprika...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 4 cutlets
Categories: Grill, Meat, Bakery, Fast food, Hot dogs, .
Author: - chef
Chili dog: a hot dog with ground beefViews: 2,708

A chili dog is a meat lover's dream. A fried sausage on a bun is topped with a generous portion of chili con carne (or simply chili), a Tex-Mex dish consisting of ground beef in a tomato sauce...

Ground beef, sausages, cheddar cheese, mustard, chili seasoning, ketchup...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 664
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Sonoran Mexican Hot DogsViews: 3,066

The Sonoran hot dog gets its name from the Mexican state of Sonora, where it was first prepared. It's a grilled sausage wrapped in crispy bacon, placed on...

Baked beans, bacon, sausages, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, jalapeño pepper, hot sauce...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
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Healthy Blueberry Oatmeal Ice CreamViews: 2,899

Summer blueberries are a treasure trove of vitamins and antioxidants, and a real treat that transforms your oatmeal into an elegant dessert. Sweet, juicy, and healthy, they also delight with their...

Blueberries, ice cream, rolled oats, blueberry jam, lemon juice, honey...
Time: 10 min. plus freezing time Complexity: easily Quantity: 6 pops Caloric content: 100
Categories: Desserts, Cookie, .
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Oatmeal cookies with tropical fruit piecesViews: 11,028

Everyone loves oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, but many will love this new, unusual flavor even more. Give your homemade oatmeal cookies a tropical twist by adding exotic dried fruits to the dough,...

Premium flour, rolled oats, eggs, allspice, dark chocolate, chocolate chips (granules), coconut flakes, pecans, mango, pineapple, papaya, candied fruit...
Time: 2 hours 45 minutes Complexity: easily Quantity: 40 cookies
Author: - famous chef
Oatmeal Pancakes with Baked Apples and Maple GlazeViews: 7 305
Recipe contents:

Soft and fluffy oatmeal pancakes are topped with fragrant baked apples in a maple glaze—a healthy alternative to jam or other sweet sauces. Bake the sliced...

All-purpose flour, rolled oats, eggs, milk, yogurt, kefir, apples, maple syrup, flaked sea salt, nutmeg, cinnamon...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 504
Categories: Appetizers, With sauces, Sauces, Dips, .
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Avocado Ranch DressingViews: 33 145

A classic ranch dressing becomes healthier if you add avocado, rich in healthy fats, to the sour milk instead of mayonnaise. Its texture also complements the sauce perfectly, which...

Ranch dressing, avocado, yogurt, kefir, wine vinegar, chives, parsley, dill...
Time: 45 min.
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Sparkling drink with iceViews: 2005

To give your champagne or other sparkling wine a charming summery twist, simply add an ice cube with frozen berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries, into the glass.

sparkling wine, prosecco, ginger ale...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Author: - chef
Titian CocktailViews: 3,672

The Titian is an Italian cocktail made with Prosecco sparkling wine and grape juice. Like other similar cocktails, such as the peach Bellini or the orange Mimosa, this...

sparkling wine, prosecco, grape juice, mint...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 136

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