Summer is in full swing, so it’s the perfect time to share some of my favorite summer fruit and veg recipes!
July and August bring some incredible summer produce including peaches, berries, watermelons, cucumbers and more. These fruits and vegetables taste best (and are cheapest!) when they’re in season. So now is the perfect time to stock up on summer produce and savor the fresh flavors.
Recipes with summer fruits and vegetables: main dishes and side dishes
To help you enjoy the rest of the summer, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite seasonal fruit and veg recipes. It’s time to go to the farmers market and start cooking!
Honey Lime Chicken with Grilled Peach and Corn Salad
Juicy peaches are a summer delicacy. Paired with light greens and grilled chicken and sweetcorn, they’re heavenly. Plus, the homemade honey lime dressing is amazing!
Seared salmon with watermelon salsa
This easy salmon recipe can be made in the oven, but it also works great on the grill! Plus, the cucumber watermelon salsa is refreshing and full of flavor.
A perfect way to enjoy delicious watermelons this summer!
Chicken gyros with watermelon rind and tzatziki
These chicken gyros wraps have the most delicious homemade tzatziki sauce that’s actually made from watermelon rind (which has a similar flavor and texture to cucumber)!
This recipe is a great way to use up watermelon parts that are often thrown away. Gotta love a delicious recipe that helps reduce waste. 🙂
Sesame Shrimp Watermelon Salad
I love a cool salad on a warm summer’s day, and this refreshing watermelon salad doesn’t shy away from flavor or crunch.
Plus, it’s super quick to make—the only thing you need to cook is the shrimp, and it only takes a few minutes!
Grilled steak and strawberry salad with strawberry vinaigrette
This sweet and savory salad combines juicy grilled steak, ripe strawberries, veggies and feta with a delicious vinaigrette to finish it off. Even the strawberries are grilled for that ultra-summer flavor!
Blackened salmon tacos with mango salsa
Flaky, deliciously seasoned salmon with a sweet and tangy mango habanero salsa makes the perfect summer taco recipe! You can cook this on the grill or on the stovetop.
Ground turkey and tomato noodles with zucchini
This easy pasta dish is the tastiest summer dish with tender zucchini and a homemade tomato basil garlic sauce! It’s easy to prepare and super tasty.
Watermelon Chicken with Balsamic Glaze
This sweet and savory grilled chicken recipe features a gooey watermelon frosting that you won’t get enough of! It’s easy to make and pairs well with virtually any side dish.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Feta Orzo Salad
This Orzo Pasta Salad is both healthy and filling, and you can make it in just 20 minutes! For an even quicker meal, use store-bought pre-cooked shrimp.
It’s a perfect summer lunch or light dinner with crunchy pickles and salty feta cheese.
Strawberry Fennel Barley Salad
Nothing beats strawberries in summer and I love tossing them into salads to add some sweetness. And the barley adds extra durability and a delicious, chewy texture!
Coleslaw with watermelon peel
This unique, fluffy twist on the traditional coleslaw – made with watermelon rind and peppers – will be a hit at your next barbecue!
Oven-roasted zucchini and summer squash
Say hello to the tastiest (and easiest) summer side dish: roasted zucchini and squash! There are two different flavors in this recipe and both are absolutely delicious.
Chilled Cantaloupe Avocado Soup
This is a perfect soup recipe for a hot day, featuring slightly sweet melon paired with creamy avocado and fresh herbs. Gentle, light and delicious.
Gazpacho with watermelon rind
Utilize your leftover watermelon rinds with this refreshing, chilled soup. It is particularly delicious with diced avocado, red onions, fresh herbs and even crunchy watermelon!
Curry with watermelon peel
This summery twist on curry is just the thing to spice up your lunch or dinner! It’s vegan but full of staying power thanks to the veggies, tofu, and brown rice.
Seasonal baked goods with summer fruits and vegetables
Vegan Strawberry Scones
These Whole Wheat Strawberry Scones are vegan and surprisingly easy to make! A nice, tasty summer breakfast or snack.
Savory Lemon Zucchini Muffins
These muffins are 100% whole grain and loaded with veggies — including summery zucchini and bright lemon — but you never tell. They’re both healthy and flavorful!
Dairy and gluten free peach muffins
These muffins are like a healthier (yet still super delicious) version of peach pie, but in a more portable form. Sign me up!
Strawberry Rhubarb Bread
Grab a slice of this lightly spiced and flavorful bread for breakfast or as a snack. Also goes great with a dash of nut butter!
Desserts and drinks with summer products
Nectarine popsicles
These healthier homemade popsicles are packed with summer flavor and juicy nectarine bits!
Watermelon Rosemary Popsicles
Watermelon and lime pair perfectly, while the rosemary adds an unexpected and fun taste flavor. A refreshing summer treat!
No-Bake Blueberry Pudding Cake
This no-bake pudding cake is vegan, gluten-free, and simply delicious. (It would also be great with any other berry or fruit on top!)
Zucchini Bread Ice Cream
Who knew zucchini bread would work so well as ice cream?! This will be your new favorite summer treat.
What are your favorite summer fruit and veg recipes?