I could probably live off caprese salad and chunks of bread in August. But mixing it up a bit can be a welcome treat. Adding an element of sweetness with juicy nectarines and fresh mint to this classic summer salad is perfect for the August heat.
I adore hummus and could make a gorgeous hummus platter like this one the foundation of all of my summer meals. When pan-roasted chickpeas are added to the mix along with crunchy fresh vegetables and warm pita, all you need is a cold drink!
When the hottest weather of the year is upon us, keep cool by avoiding any heat in the kitchen. But make sure you satisfy that sweet tooth with these amazing Mixed Berry Parfaits for dessert. Oh, how sweet it is!
Summer is a very busy time of the year, but I'm also fortunate to have fresh summer ingredients on hand to make a quick lunch seem downright decadent. Beyond that, it also can be the start of inspiring other meals later on.
July offers some hot weather. Embrace the sizzle with a stunning caesar steak salad that keeps all the heat out of the kitchen by firing up the grill. Blending grilled items with gorgeous fresh produce and traditional ingredients like parmesan cheese and creamy dressing makes dinner divine.
Baking chili dogs makes this meal a fusion of fun summer food and something almost like a casserole. It also makes it a surprisingly simple and quick weeknight meal or even the kind of thing you can tote along to the park or a tailgate party.
Some foods are just ingrained in the fabric of summer. This time around, we're focusing on one of the most traditional summer foods: potato salad. And this isn't just any tater salad, this one's rich, creamy and brimming with lots of dill flavor!
Summer entertaining means being about to toss together a potluck ready side at a moment's notice. If you stock a few pantry items and have fresh spinach in your garden or refrigerator, we've got the perfect dish for you.
When it's burger time, make sure you are putting together something worthy of company even if you're making a quick midweek dinner. It's good to make sure you are treating yourself in all those little ways that matter so much!
As August comes to a close, embrace summer with a fast and simple dinner idea that encourages you to enjoy the great outdoors, the freshest of foods, and time spent with friends and loved ones. After all, summer is great at giving us that and more!
