Posted by Tastefully Simple on June 13, 2024
It’s officially summer eating season. Are you ready to soak up that sun and spend the days outside grilling, relaxing, and enjoying the warm weather? There is something about summer days that creates a craving for fresh, bright and flavorful foods. Lucky for you, we put together some recipes to satisfy those cravings and help you experience the freshest eats all summer long!
Kick off the summer with a quick and fresh snack, Fiesta Guacamole & Chips. Grab a few ripe avocados, add some pico de gallo and our Fiesta Party Seasoning™ and you’ve got yourself a guaranteed hit. Whether you are hosting a party or are looking for something to bring to a cookout, chips and guac is always a great vibe. Pair it with your chip of choice – triangle, round, scoop, or strips – something that allows for maximum dipping.
Did someone say watermelon? We did! Every summer watermelon has its “main character” moment and we are here for it. While we love to snack on fresh, chilled watermelon, sometimes it’s fun to switch it up and take a classic for a spin. Our Watermelon Lime Mojitos are made with our Watermelon Lime Frozen Drink Mix, mint, sparkling water, and a shot of rum (skip the rum for a mocktail or non- alcoholic version). This summer cocktail screams refreshment. Prefer snacking on watermelon instead? Our Watermelon & Blackberry Bites might be for you. They make for an easy and unique snack for a total summer refresh.
Salads often come first to mind when we think of the words summer + fresh. We couldn’t leave you without a few salad recipes to try this season. First on our list is the Rustic Arugula Salad. A simple and tasty salad you could add to any meal to brighten the day. The best part of this salad is the light and flavorful Rustic Herb Seasoning used in the dressing. For a protein-packed salad recipe, Summer Quinoa Salad is the perfect choice. This recipe is filled with all the flavors of summer – cucumbers, corn, tomatoes, feta and quinoa. Yum!
Everybody needs a little summertime sweetness in their life now and then and we have a few fresh recipes to satisfy the sweet tooth. Mix up some Berry Blast Fruit Dip for a light and airy dessert this summer made with Berry Blast™ Cheese Ball Mix. Mix it up as a dip for fresh fresh fruit, graham crackers or honestly anything your heart desires.
Orange and vanilla frozen treats from the ice cream truck are another summer favorite. Instead of chasing down an ice cream truck this summer, take a spin on the classic dreamsicle with Orange Dreamsicle Icebox Cake. This recipe takes the classic taste of the frozen treat and elevates into cake form. You may have to pinch anyone who takes a bite of this fresh summer classic to prove they aren’t dreaming!
So go ahead and make the most of this eating season with snacks, drinks, salads and desserts that pair perfectly with sunshine. Show us what Tastefully Simple recipe your enjoying this summer. Post a pic and use the hashtag #TastefullySimple. Cheers!