Summer Recipes By Allison Pinski

Summer calls for lots of fruit and vegetables, earthy foods, citrus, and lighter meals. I’ve compiled some recipes below that are perfect for summer, whether you’re looking for the perfect salad or the best seasonal drink. Many of them are vegetarian-friendly, but can be adjusted to accommodate any diet. Check them out and comment below with your favorite!

Appetizers

Basic Salsa Fresca

Broccoli Salad

Bruschetta

Fried Zucchini

Grilled Mushroom Flatbread with Truffled Pecorino

Guacamole 

Lemony Green Bean Pasta Salad


Main Courses

Black Bean Quinoa Burger (with Spicy Mayo, Avocado, and Mango)

Blue Cheese, Lettuce and Tomato Pizza

Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk-Feta Dressing

Linguini with Buttery Corn, Scallions, and Goat Cheese

Penne with Roasted Summer Vegetables and Ricotta Salad

Summer Vegetable Crepes


Drinks (Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic)

50 Summer Drinks

Carrot Lemonade

Drunken Strawberries

Fresh Melon Quenchers

Honeydew, Cucumber, and Mint Cooler

Layered Lemonade Drops

Slushy Margarita Shots

Watermelon Sangria


Desserts

Classic Tiramisu

Fresh Fruit and Yogurt Ice Pops

Frozen Yogurt Coconut Pops

Grilled Strawberry Shortcake with Lemon Cream

Mint-Honeydew Ice

Mint Chip Ice Cream Pie

Peach and Raspberry Parfait