Summer Recipes

Sweet summer corn gets a tangy twist.

Tahini replaces mayonnaise for a creamy texture and adds a tangy flavor, plus some fiber, protein, and calcium.

A light summer spin on the classic Italian dish. Colorful and bursting with flavor, this meal pairs perfectly with whole wheat couscous and a green salad.

The semi soft version of the farmer's cheese works wonders for this recipes and can be easily find in all grocery stores. For this recipe you will need an 8inch/20cm non stick skillet or omelet pan. You can serve them warm or at room temperature. If you want them warm, keep the over preheated at less then 200F.

Make your own Popsicle.

This is a cool, simple, breakfast oatmeal

The best of the garden with a balsamic glaze

A new twist on salsa, for using cucumbers from the garden!

This is a recipe i put together last night with the veggies I had in the fridge and my husband and daughter LOVED it. Very yummy over ride pilaf or couscous. You can add chicken or fish to make this a non-veggie meal

Great for a summer evening treat. Great with ice cream or frozen yogurt.

This simple summer recipe is good hot or cold. The creamy avocado pairs so well with fresh summer tomatoes.

This roasted zucchini recipe with squash is one of our favorite sides. This recipe is healthy and easy to make. Tastes good hot or cold and reheats well in the microwave.

Refreshing summer twist on water! So simple and SO yummy!

Maybe I should have called this my "Summer Farmers Market Pasta." It's full of the vegetables I brought home from the farmers market on Saturday. Like many of my recipes, it can be altered based on what you've got on hand. I almost threw in some Swiss chard (my green of choice these days) and some brilliant yellow crookneck squash, but I decided to save those for another day and another dish.

Like chocolate but use cinnamon instead. Good for variety and for those who can't have caffeine or chocolate.

A lower calorie version of the one that Longhorn's is selling right now

There are a lot of steps to this flavourful, vegan pasta dish, but you can do a lot of the prep ahead of time. The onion / garlic puree can be easily made up to a week ahead, and the chickpeas will keep their crunch for a day or two if kept in a container like a cookie tin - NOT a plastic bag! The toast takes only minutes (though it bust be served immediately), and can be done at the same time as the chickpeas by adding the bread tray to the oven when there are 15 minutes of roasting time left.

This refreshing salad is great alone or on top of greens...add a little goat cheese for a real treat! Preparation takes less than 10 minutes!

This light and hearty creation will tickle your taste buds and still flatter your figure!!

This is very light and delicious, especially in the summer when the vegetables are fresh and flavorful! A great way to eat your vegetables!

This recipe is a special treat--a must-try! Raspberries, strawberries, blackberries or blueberries will all work wonderfully.

You'll love the contrast of sweet peaches with tangy, creamy goat cheese atop summer's freshest vegetables.

When berries are in season and bursting with flavor, move them beyond sweet dishes. Here, they shine in a filling salad.

Bid adieu to summer with this sweet and savory watermelon salad.

Original recipe called for quinoa, but I didn't have any in the house. Quite spicy with the cayenne.

I never get tired of this salad--it is that good! Add your favorite dressing, such as balsamic vinaigrette and enjoy this large and filling salad as a summer meal.

**Make ahead: Refrigerate salad up to 4 hours. Sprinkle with feta chedse and balsil leaves and let come to room temp.

Great low-cal soup to use up excess summer garden veggies.

Still tweaking recipe b/c not sure on exact amounts i am using and i am awful at ballparking it ;)

Next time try jalapeno and chedder but no garlic

Better name suggestion would be great too =D

What great way to end a summers day with this delicious bowl of soup.

Adding sides of shredded cheddar cheese, light sour cream and corn chips turn this soup into a full meal.