Double Strawberry Muffins, Creamy Orzo Risotto, And More Seasonal Summer Recipes To Make All June Long
Well, we've made it folks. The drizzly, chilly days of early spring are long gone, and we're rounding the corner into the throes of summer. June is here at last, and with it, there are a ton of new in-season produce to take advantage of while it lasts. So here are the best recipes to cook this month from breakfast to dessert and everything in between.
1.Blueberry Scones
Take advantage of those freshly picked blueberries while they last. And what better way than to turn them into scones garnished with decadent streusel topping and vanilla glaze?
Recipe: Blueberry Scones
2.Herb and Zucchini Egg Bake
Feed a brunch crowd or prep for a week of grab-and-go breakfasts with this easy, loaded egg bake.
Recipe: Herb and Zucchini Egg Bake
3.Roasted Cherry Dutch Baby
Take pancakes to the next level with this Dutch baby recipe. Amaretto liqueur is optional, but fresh cherries are mandatory.
Recipe: Roasted Cherry Dutch Baby
4.Strawberry Overnight Oats
Is there anything better than waking up to a fully prepared and delectable breakfast?
Recipe: Strawberry Overnight Oats
5.Honey Strawberry Muffins
A duo of strawberry jam and fresh summer strawberries makes these muffins a fruit-filled flavor bomb.
Recipe: Honey Strawberry Muffins
6.Avocado and Shortcut Beet Hummus Toast
Make this fancy avo toast any time of day. Serve it for lunch topped with greens and feta cheese or pop an egg on it and call it breakfast.
7.Baked Asparagus With Parmesan
When produce is this fresh, it's best to keep things simple. Topped with some panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and dried herbs, it's a no-fail summer side dish.
Recipe: Baked Asparagus With Parmesan
8.Greek Orzo Stuffed Peppers
Serve these orzo stuffed peppers as a side or as a stand-alone main dish. You can always add your favorite protein into the mix (think: chicken, shrimp, or even halloumi cheese).
Recipe: Greek Orzo Stuffed Peppers
9.Pea Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Arugula
This pesto tastes so creamy and rich, you'll have a hard time believing it's actually vegan.
10.20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls
Start with ground beef or whatever ground meat you prefer, then wrap it all up in tortillas with cucumbers, cilantro, and Thai basil. It's a crunchy, fresh, and delightful party app that any crowd will devour in a flash.
Recipe: 20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls
11.Roasted Poblano Corn Chowder
The weather may be warming up, but cool summer nights call for cozy bowls of chowder. This one is a must try.
Recipe: Roasted Poblano Corn Chowder
12.Beet Poke Bowls
Instead of raw fish, these poke bowls call for marinated beets. If you're feeling adventurous, try adding some diced watermelon into the mix.
Recipe: Beet Poke Bowls
13.Creamy Lemon Butter Cheesy Zucchini Orzo
Think: Risotto, only made with orzo instead of arborio rice. Serve it as a base with your favorite grilled meat or fish.
14.Green Bean Salad
Talk about a colorful side dish: this picnic-perfect recipe is made with green beans, tomatoes, roasted beats, red onions, craisins, arugula, creamy mozzarella, and toasted pine nuts all doused in a homemade citrusy balsamic vinaigrette.
Recipe: Green Bean Salad
15.Thai Shrimp Noodle Salad
A true 30-minute meal that tastes just as good as takeout, this rice noodle salad can be paired with shrimp or whatever protein you prefer. Just don't skimp on the honey-garlic dressing.
Recipe: Thai Shrimp Noodle Salad
16.Garlic Butter Creamed Corn Chicken
This one-skillet dinner might just become your new go-to summer weeknight meal, and it doesn't require any fancy ingredients. Pretty much all yous need is bacon, chicken, sweet corn, butter, garlic, and herbs.
17.Grilled Peach Salad with Gorgonzola and Walnuts
Not a fan of lettuce? You won't even realize you're eating salad when you try this indulgent blend of sweet caramelized peaches, toasted walnuts, homemade buttery croutons, gorgonzola cheese, and tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
18.Green Shakshuka with Chard, Zucchini, and Peas
This veggie-packed baked eggs recipe is perfectly appropriate for any time of day. Just make sure you serve it with some crispy bread for dunking.
19.Antipasto Farro Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
Equally as delicious cold as it is hot, serve this loaded grain salad at your summer cook-out or pack it for your next picnic lunch.
Recipe: Antipasto Farro Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
20.Chili Lime Chicken Skewers With Mango Sauce
This sweet and tangy mango sauce calls for just three ingredients: mango lime, and brown sugar. But make a big batch because you're going to want to drizzle it on everything.
21.Grilled Watermelon with Honey Balsamic Glaze
There's no bad way to eat watermelon, but charred on the grill, tossed in scallions and crumbled feta, then drizzled with a honey balsamic sauce— that's gotta be a winner.
22.Mango Oatmeal Crumble Bars
While the mango filling is irresistible, you can easily follow this same recipe with pretty much any fruit you like best. Try it with strawberries and rhubarb or blueberries.
Recipe: Mango Oatmeal Crumble Bars
23.Dark Chocolate Rhubarb Brownies
You probably often think to mix chocolate and rhubarb, but this unique dessert recipe will certainly change your mind.
Recipe: Dark Chocolate Rhubarb Brownies
24.Brown Sugar Plum Clafoutis
Can't make it to Paris this summer? Whip up this fancy-looking French-inspired dessert right in your own kitchen.
Recipe: Brown Sugar Plum Clafoutis
25.Wild Blueberry Lavender Coconut Ice Cream
You don't need an ice cream maker to assemble this refreshing frozen dessert. And thanks to creamy coconut milk, it happens to be vegan-friendly.
26.No Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Bars
It's way too warm to turn on the oven, and thanks to these no-bake cheesecake bars, you don't have to. It's made with a graham cracker crust, fresh berries, cheesecake filling, and melted chocolate.
27.Blackberry Champagne Mule
This summery take on a classic Moscow mule is so simple, but it's a total party pleaser. You can always leave out the booze to make it a mocktail.
Recipe: Blackberry Champagne Mule
28.Chili Lime Mango Margaritas
Summer days call for frozen cocktails, so whip out the blender and make these zesty mango margs.
Recipe: Chili Lime Mango Margaritas
29.Watermelon Palomas
For an instant fiesta, just blend watermelon juice, grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed lime, tequila, and agave.
Recipe: Watermelon Palomas
30.Pineapple Prosecco Punch
Introducing the five-ingredient cocktail you'll want to make on repeat. All you need is pineapple juice, orange juice, sparkling wine, freshly cut pineapple, and rosemary.
Recipe: Pineapple Prosecco Punch
