I love to be in the kitchen — and create really delicious and easy summer recipes but, if I’m being totally honest, it’s been a hot minute since I’ve really had the time or energy to whip up something good. (If you’ve got little toddlers running around you all the time like I do, then I’m sure you can relate.)
However, when I do have some time to myself, one thing I’ve always really enjoyed doing is getting completely lost in a recipe and making tasty meals for people I love (you know after I indulge in the first scoop myself).
If you’re a foodie, also, and you aren’t afraid of rolling up your sleeves…
Here are some of my favorite delicious and easy summer recipes sure to please the crowd by showing some love to friends and family!
Muffin Cup Mac ‘n Cheese
How cute are these? A winner for adults and kids alike.
Recipe: Food and Wine
Guacamole
Nothing beats the taste of fresh guac in the summer. Am I right or…..?
Recipe: Down Shiftology
Fruit Tart
Refreshing, sweet, cool. Fruit in the summer is just divine.
Recipe: Delish
Elote Corn Salad
Sweet, salty, and creamy. What’s not to love?
Recipe: House of Yumm
Strawberry Bacon Salad
Trust me on this combo. The sweet and salty mix is what’s up.
Recipe: Sally’s Baking Addiction
Chickpea Salad
Textures on textures — and that hint of dill. YAS.
Recipe: Rachel Cooks
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Cheesy, ooey, gooey, give me more. But there’s spinach, so like, it’s healthy! 😉
Recipe: All Recipes
Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Just don’t skimp on the really good sourdough bread to hold it all together. Promise?
Recipe: The Toasty Kitchen
Crockpot Creamy Tortellini Soup
Maybe save this one for a cooler night… and get ready to receive your comfort food fix. Did I mention there are only a handful of ingredients? Easy peasy.
Recipe: Fav Family Recipes
Cream Cheese-Filled Baby Peppers
Okay, okay, this is more of an app, but so tasty and always a hit. Whatever you do, don’t forget the everything seasoning sprinkle on top.
Recipe: Wholesome Yum
Fruit Platter
Keep it easy. Arrange the fruit in a fancy way, and you got yourself a party pleaser.
Recipe: Me! 😉
Delicious and easy and not too shabby to look at either. I hope you make some time for yourself to make one of these summer dishes.
What crowd-pleasers are you cooking up this summer? Do share!
