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42 Quik & Easy Summer Recipes

Modified: Oct 18, 2023 · Published: Jul 1, 2019

Everything you want to try this summer! A collection of some of the best summer recipes from grilling, to cocktail, from Popsicle to ice creams, from grilled pineapple to cold gazpacho soup – all in one place.

collection of 42 best summer recipes

1. Watermelon Mojito

A perfect summer cocktail that great for backyard BBQ parties [GET THE RECIPE]

fresh watermelon mojito recipe

2. Mango Salsa

I bet you will see it disappear in a snap when served with corn chips [GET THE RECIPE]

Finger scooping out mango salsa from a blue bowl with nachos chip

3. Watermelon Gazpacho

An elegant summer soup that perfect for hot summer days. Perfect for guests[GET THE RECIPE]

spicy watermelon gazpacho served cold in white bowl with spoon in it

4. Ice Lemon Tea

A tall glass of sweet iced tea is totally refreshing and a perfect thirst-quencher [GET THE RECIPE]

Southern sweet lemon iced tea recipe is perfect summer thirst quencher

5. Creamy Cilantro Sauce

This magical green sauce can be used on – EVERYTHING! Literally everything. [GET THE RECIPE]

a jar of cilantro sauce with spoon and text overlay

6. Strawberry Gazpacho

A bowl of this no-cook cold strawberry gazpacho soup is very refreshing and satisfying.[GET THE RECIPE]

healthy cold summer strawberry gazpacho soup served in glass jars

7. Iced Hibiscus Tea

Easy to make and great addition to afternoon tea party. [GET THE RECIPE]

iced hibiscus tea in 2 glasses

8. Tomato Bruschetta

Its light, fresh, ideal for a summer gathering with friends. [GET THE RECIPE]

Wooden platter with fresh tomato bruschetta lined up

9. Strawberry Lemonade

Refreshing summer drink that you must try this summer. It’s incredibly easy to make [GET THE RECIPE]

healthy strawberry lemonade recipe in big pitcher

10. Instant Pot Corn On The Cob

Beautifully tender, perfectly cooked corn on the cob made in instant pot and it needs 3 minutes [GET THE RECIPE]

3 boiled instant pot corn on the cob on wooden plate

11. Spicy Watermelon Margarita

This watermelon-infused tequila drink is so refreshing and summer-y, you definitely want to make a big batch of it [GET THE RECIPE]

spicy watermelon margarita with sliced jalapenos

12. Shish Kebab

It’s loaded with flavors with wonderful chicken marinade that will blow your taste buds. And it’s perfect for summer grilling! [GET THE RECIPE]

beautifully presented shish tawook with pita and flowers

13. Watermelon Smoothie

Definitely one of the BEST and healthiest drink you shouldn’t miss making this summer! [GET THE RECIPE]

frozen watermelon smoothie topped with chia seeds

14. Watermelon Granita

So glorious. So good. So refreshing. It’s watermelon granita for you guys! Best way to beat the summer heat [GET THE RECIPE]

cooling refreshing watermelon granita

15. Iced Coffee

With just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes, this refreshing coffee is one of the best way to beat the heat if you are a coffee lover [GET THE RECIPE]

Best Homemade Iced Coffee in 3 glasses with ice cubes

16. Strawberry Mango Popsicle

These are refined sugar free, diary free, vegan and healthy [GET THE RECIPE]

4 strawberry mango popsicles placed on round metal tray with ice cubes and pretty flowers on it

17. Mango Lassi

It’s rich, creamy and delicious [GET THE RECIPE]

Mango lassi recipe is mango yogurt thick drink served in earthen glass

18. Baked Zucchini Chips

It’s healthy, delicious, low fat, guilt free, low carb, very easy to make [GET THE RECIPE]

Crispy baked zucchini slices

19. Watermelon Feta Salad

Cubes of watermelon tossed with fresh basil leaves and crumbled feta is perfect summer salad [GET THE RECIPE]

Watermelon feta salad with basil leaves served in white bowl

20. Thai Pineapple Fried Rice

This is not average Chinese fried rice , staying true to it’s name – this is super tasty Thai fried rice and it’s BOMB! [GET THE RECIPE]

Thai pineapple fried rice in pineapple hollow/pineapple bowl

21. Grilled Peaches

Sweet juicy caramelized peaches with smoky flavors from the grill, topped with smooth indulgent vanilla ice cream [GET THE RECIPE]

grilled peaches with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce

22. Blueberry Frozen Yogurt

This slightly tangy, sweet blueberry frozen yogurt is great summer treat that you can serve for breakfast or dessert [GET THE RECIPE]

blueberry frozen yogurt in white bowl with a spoon

23. Grilled Pineapple

What could be better summer grilling than these grilled pineapple topped with vanilla ice cream with drizzled with rich rum glaze [GET THE RECIPE]

Blue plate with grilled pineapple slice and vanilla ice on top with rum brown sugar glaze drizzle

24. Grilled Potatoes in Foil Packs

It’s super easy to throw together everything into foil packets and grill it over camp fire, grill or oven [GET THE RECIPE]

grilled potatoes in foil packets perfect for summer grilling

25. Deviled Eggs With Bacon

It’s irresistible, low-carb, super easy to make and eggscelent crowd-pleaser [GET THE RECIPE]

deviled eggs with bacon is great Easter appetizer

26. Pineapple Smoothie

A tropical treat with big health benefits! Let’s get blending [GET THE RECIPE]

anti-inflammatory pineapple smoothie

27. Chia Seed Vanilla Pudding

ALL-YOU-NEED for your weekly morning meal prep plan [GET THE RECIPE]

chia seed pudding serving in glass bowls

28. Beet Hummus

Takes 5 minutes to whip up this pink summery dip [GET THE RECIPE]

roasted beet hummus in a white bowl with cracker

29. Mixed Berry Smoothie

This is going to be your favorite summer breakfast [GET THE RECIPE]

30. Basil Walnut Pesto

A great recipe to grab all the fresh basil from your garden and turn into a pesto [GET THE RECIPE]

Basil Walnut Pesto in a bowl with wooden spoon

31. Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

This easy recipe is a delicious way to use fresh garden tomatoes and herbs [GET THE RECIPE]

roasted tomato basil soup in 2 blue ceramic bowls with garlic bread on top

32. Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Skewers

FAST and EASY finger food appetizer with great ASIAN flavors that can go easily on a meal prep box alongside rice [GET THE RECIPE]

This teriyaki grilled pineapple shrimp skewers is like a tropical holiday on your plate. With fresh pineapple chunks and shrimp loaded with bang on flavors from the amazing shrimp skewer marinade you are going to be grilling these skewers more than you think you would. So get ready, let’s get grilling!

33. Greek Pasta Salad

Light, fresh, easy to make and healthy and super delicious. You perfect summer pasta salad is here [GET THE RECIPE]

Greek pasta salad in a bowl

34. Vegan Chocolate Mint Popsicle

Rich chocolate chunk paired with refreshing mint to brighten your summer days [GET THE RECIPE]

A close up view of chocolate mint popsicles that is vegan gluten free and diary free

35. Cherry Jam

With just 3 ingredients and your jam will be ready in about 30 minutes [GET THE RECIPE]

cherry jam made without pectin served in glass bowl with fresh cherries on sides

36. 6 Amazing Greek Yogurt Flavors

Create your own flavored Greek yogurt that works for you [GET THE RECIPE]

6 amazing Greek yogurt flavors with spoons on the sides

37. Chicken Fajitas

Forget the take away, in 30 minutes and you get healthy and delicious meal on the table [GET THE RECIPE]

Flour tortillas with chicken fajitas with a plate and bowls around

38. Breakfast Frozen Yogurt Bark

Whip up a batch and keep it in your freezer and you are good to go for few days [GET THE RECIPE]

Sliced frozen yogurt bark

39. Corn Salad

Corn and summer always go hand in hand. This creamy salad is perfect summer side dish [GET THE RECIPE]

creamy corn salad with mayonnaise served in white plate

40. Thai Spring Roll With Mango Dipping Sauce

Simple, refreshing no cook meal that is perfect for summer days [GET THE RECIPE]

41. Gooseberry Ice Cream

Unique flavored creamy delicious Ice Cream to beat the summer heat [GET THE RECIPE]

fresh gooseberry ice cream served in small cones

42. Mango Kulfi (Indian Mango Ice Cream)

It’s rich, creamy, a perfect seasonal must have dessert [GET THE RECIPE]

rich Indian mango ice cream served in earthen pots

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  1. Leslie says

    July 03, 2019 at 4:13 am

    I love that all these amazing recipes are in one place! The strawberry gazpacho and corn on the cob look delightful!

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    • jyothirajesh says

      July 03, 2019 at 8:15 am

      Thank you Leslie

      Reply
  2. Cheese Curd In Paradise says

    July 03, 2019 at 1:16 am

    Thank you making my summer easier with all of these yummy dishes! I can’t wait to try some of those summer drinks!

    Reply
    • jyothirajesh says

      July 03, 2019 at 8:15 am

      Thank you

      Reply
  3. Claudia Lamascolo says

    July 01, 2019 at 9:57 pm

    This looks so refreshing I think it may be my new favorite drink!

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    • jyothirajesh says

      July 02, 2019 at 8:44 am

      Thank you Claudia

      Reply
  4. Mahy says

    July 01, 2019 at 7:20 pm

    That is one big roundup and is definitely very timely. I don’t need to look elsewhere now – everything you may possible need this summer seems to be included 🙂

    Reply
    • jyothirajesh says

      July 02, 2019 at 8:44 am

      Thank you

      Reply
  5. Danielle says

    July 01, 2019 at 6:38 pm

    Incredible round up! I will need a couple of days to go through the whole list but I can already see some amazing recipes I am excited to make this summer. Can’t wait!

    Reply
    • jyothirajesh says

      July 02, 2019 at 8:45 am

      haha, summer brings some amazing produces and we thought it’s better to give one big round up so everything one needs for summer is in one place

      Reply
  6. Ramona says

    July 01, 2019 at 6:21 pm

    Oh my! This collection of recipes looks so amazing. Certainly would not know what to start with but the shish kebabs, the corn and the grilled pineapple and ice-cream are the three recipes that I would make right now! Great stuff! Thanks so much for this collection of delicious summer ideas 😉

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    • jyothirajesh says

      July 02, 2019 at 8:45 am

      Glad you liked it Ramona

      Reply
  7. Valerie says

    July 01, 2019 at 5:57 pm

    Watermelon is one of my favorite fruits, the mojito looks and sounds greatI love fresh bruschetta and yours looks like it would be great with some garlic toast.

    Reply
    • jyothirajesh says

      July 01, 2019 at 6:18 pm

      Thank you Valerie. I did make bruschetta on garlic bread. it was delicious!

      Reply

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