Can we agree that July is the best summer month? The weather is warm, there’s still plenty of summer left and the products are literally amazing. On hot summer days I long for everything that is fresh, tasty and colorful.
You know, I had 31 seasons to put together Recipes for cooking in July to ring in the loveliest summer month and inspire you to get creative in and out of the kitchen. These recipes are packed with incredible, fresh flavors you’ll crave. I’ve included lots of BBQ recipes for those days when the stovetop and oven are just too hot, plus tons of apps and desserts perfect for your 4th of July BBQ!
What’s in season in July?
Stock up on plenty this month:
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Let’s get to the goods. Start with a fun appetizer, pair it with a colorful, veggie salad (pasta salad anyone?), impress friends with a juicy burger or grilled chicken, and don’t forget to serve up a sweet summer treat to top it all off.
If you make any of these recipes, be sure to leave a comment below to let me know how you liked it!
Breakfast
Almond Butter Peach Blueberry Oatmeal Cups
Fluffy Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread Pancakes
Knock You Naked Peanut Butter Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Peanut butter zucchini bread, baked oatmeal
Sunshine Tropical Turmeric Smoothie
Hearthealthy Zucchini Muffins with Salted Olive Oil and Chocolate Chips
Lunch
Grilled corn salad with avocado, goat cheese and hot honey vinaigrette
Peach, Tomato, and Corn Arugula Pasta Salad
Avocado Blueberry Quinoa Salad
Summer Glow Strawberry Kale Salad
Italian orzo salad with herbed olives
Vegan Caesar Pasta Salad
appetizers and side dishes
Grilled crostini with roasted cherries, goat cheese and basil
Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad
Homemade baked beans in the slow cooker
Avocado Strawberry Mango Salsa
How to Grill Delicious Vegetables (4 Different Ways!)
Dinner
Buffalo Zucchini Chicken Burger
Cracker Salmon with Peach Avocado Salsa
Greek turkey meatballs with lemon orzo and creamy feta yogurt sauce
Moroccan-spiced turkey burgers with creamy feta sauce
Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Buffalo Mac and Cheese
Sazon Grilled Chicken Thighs
A pan of enchilada, zucchini, turkey meatballs, and rice
snacks and treats
Gluten-free peach crisp with salted coconut milk caramel
Key Lime Macadamia White Chocolate Chip Cookies
The best tart cherry pie you’ve ever eaten
Strawberry crisp with peanut butter oatmeal cookie crumble
Ooey-Gooey Tahini S’mores Bars
Grilled Peaches (+6 different topping ideas!)
Energy Bites with Coconut Lime Pie
If you make any of these recipes, be sure to leave a comment below to let me know how you liked it. Take a picture and share it on Instagram with the hashtag #ambitiouskitchen – I love seeing what you make.