Summertime is my least favorite time of year – I am all about wintertime, the holidays, and well, the Holiday – but I love all the fresh produce.
I love it when my garden gives me endless amounts of tomatoes for a few months every year because I can make lots of salsa, sauces, and salads!
Cherry Tomato Salsa
Cherry Tomato Salsa is naturally sweet with tons of fresh garden flavors. With fresh tomatoes and cilantro, it’s perfect for serving with tacos and tortilla chips, and it could not be easier to make.
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Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a tomato-based shrimp dish that is a taste of Southern Louisiana. It is the melting pot of classic Creole cooking and the wholesome Italian flavors found in New Orleans. Shrimp Creole is loaded with succulent shrimp, juicy tomatoes, and flavorful spices and herbs.
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Garden Salsa
Making your own Homemade Garden Salsa could not be easier. Made with fresh ingredients, this easy homemade salsa recipe is one of the best ways to use summer tomatoes and is the perfect salsa for any occasion.
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Greek Salad with Lemon Dressing
Get ready to transport yourself to the sunny shores of Greece with this refreshing and vibrant Greek Salad Recipe! Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cucumbers, tangy Greek olives, and creamy feta cheese come together in perfect harmony, all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this salad is not only light and fresh, but also a breeze to whip up, making it the ideal dish for busy weeknights or entertaining friends and family.
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Shrimp Pasta Salad
This Shrimp Pasta Salad is absolutely delicious with creamy and spicy avocado dressing – The best Mexican pasta salad for summer meals or parties.
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Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa
This Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa Recipe is packed with fire-roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, and a hint of smoky jalapeño heat. It’s ready in minutes and is the perfect summer snack!
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Greek Pasta Salad
Homemade Greek Pasta Salad made with Pasta, Greek Olives, Feta Cheese, Peppers, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Pepperoncinis, and tossed in a Homemade Greek Dressing. The Best Greek Pasta Salad Recipe!
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Corn Pico de Gallo
This Sweet Corn Pico de Gallo Recipe is the perfect dip to bring to a party. Grilled or roasted corn adds a tasty twist to this corn salsa!
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Cajun Corn Maque Choux
Corn Maque Choux is a classic Cajun side dish that is creamy, flavorful, and has just a little bit of heat. The smoky bacon grease softens the corn as it mixes with the Cajun spices, and the end result is a delicious Southern side dish.
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Cowboy Caviar
Cowboy Caviar is a Southern Dip and Side Dish made with fresh vegetables, flavorful beans, & a delicious vinegar dressing. It’s the perfect dish to bring to a party because it can sit out at room temperature (at least for a little while) without spoiling.
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Pico de Gallo
Fresh Salsa made with tomatoes, peppers, and cilantro is a perfect summertime snack. Served with tortilla chips, it is the perfect treat for a hot summer afternoon.
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Taco Dip
This creamy, crave-worthy Taco Dip layers beef, beans, cheese, and all your favorite taco flavors for a crowd-pleasing game-day appetizer or potluck recipe. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy taco dip with ground beef comes together in under 30 minutes for a warm and gooey bottom layer topped with fresh, cool fixings.
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Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
This Pasta Salad is a bite from my childhood. It is overflowing with vegetables and reminds me of summer and grilling with my parents. It is light enough for a hot day, goes great with burgers, and is bursting with so much flavor.
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Taco Salad
Looking for a delicious for your family? How about you make this Taco Salad? It is a great recipe that you can serve up pretty quickly. It is a great dinner for when you don’t have a lot of time.
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Tomato & Cucumber Pasta Salad
This Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Recipe is loaded with fresh summer vegetables like cucumber and tomatoes and is coated in a deliciously zesty Italian dressing. Made with whole wheat pasta, it is a filling summer side dish.
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Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
Louisiana Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is a true representation of classic home cooking – taking simple, inexpensive ingredients and elevating them into an extraordinary meal. This Creole gumbo is loaded with okra, tomatoes, sausage, and chicken – it is so delicious.
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Peach, Corn, and Tomato Salsa
Try an easy-to-make mouthwatering Peach and Tomato Salsa with a spicy twist of sriracha! Perfect as a refreshing dip, or as a topping for tacos or quesadillas. It showcases the balance between sweet and spicy flavors that the South is known for.
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Pickle de Gallo Recipe
Homemade salsa meets garlicky dill pickles with this unique Pickle de Gallo Recipe. You’ll want to eat this flavorful dip with a spoon. And you can if you want because it’s chock full of healthy veggies and yummy seasonings.
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Fresh Salsa Picante Recipe
Let’s spice up your favorite Mexican recipes with this delicious and quick-to-make Fresh Salsa Picante Recipe. Made with fresh ingredients like ripe tomatoes, onions, peppers, lime, and cilantro. It’s a great salsa that is perfect for parties, family dinners, or game-day snacking.
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Taco Pasta Salad
This Taco Pasta Salad features a classic taco flavor combined with pasta, taco beef, beans, tomatoes, and more. It can be served as a picnic side or a main dish.
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Mexican Orzo Pasta Salad
This Mexican Orzo Pasta Salad makes an amazing cold pasta side dish recipe, perfect for a summer BBQ or grilling dinner! Full of fresh flavors from tomatoes, corn, avocado, and herbs.
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Quick, Easy Vegan Pasta Salad
This Quick, Easy Vegan Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh, bright, vibrant Mediterranean vegetables and a tangy vinaigrette. A fresh, crowd-pleasing summery Mediterranean pasta salad for BBQs, potlucks, picnics, and mid-week meals!
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Pasta Salad with Corn and Tomatoes
This easy Pasta Salad with Corn and Tomatoes is perfect for summer! Fresh cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and cilantro are mixed with cavatappi and a fresh lemon dressing.
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Orzo Caprese Salad
This Orzo Caprese Salad is a delicious twist on a classic caprese salad! Cooked orzo pasta is combined with juicy tomatoes, cucumber, and creamy mozzarella. Ready on the table in less than 30 minutes! Serve it for lunch, light dinner, or as a side dish.
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20 Minute Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta
This 20-Minute Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta is perfect for summer entertaining! It is packed with crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, salty feta, and coated in a rich lemon dressing.
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Instant Pot Pasta Salad
Pasta salad in the Instant Pot? Believe it! This one has tender bites of pasta in a tangy vinaigrette. It all comes together in the Instant Pot without any need for draining.
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Taco Pizza
This Easy Taco Pizza Recipe is loaded with big flavors from taco meat, taco sauce, and fresh vegetables. It is a delicious dinner that will help you change things up on Taco Night and will please even the pickiest of eaters.
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Creole Shakshuka
Creole Shakshuka is a wonderful combination of the traditional Mediterranean eggs poached in tomato sauce with andouille sausage and a little bit of spice. It adds flair to any brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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Chicken Garden Pasta Salad
Looking for a quick and easy dinner? This Chicken Garden Pasta Salad is one that is sure to please! Cheese, chicken, veggies, and pasta – what’s not to love?
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap
Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps are the perfect easy meal – and they are such a tasty recipe. The creamy ranch dressing combines with the salty bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy chicken to make such a delicious wrap.
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Panera’s Fuji Apple Salad
Panera’s Fuji Apple Salad is a popular choice for salad lovers and haters alike. With its sweet and crunchy combination of salad greens, gorgonzola cheese, crisp apple chips, tender chicken, and candied pecans, it will please even the toughest critics.
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Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar
Pull out the spiralizer and make a refreshing Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar. With cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and zoodles, it’s a twist on a classic caprese salad. Just a few ingredients and you’ll have a healthy delicious salad to add to any meal.
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Favorite Pasta Salad
This is our family’s Favorite Pasta Salad because it has it all! It has a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tart flavors in each and every bite. The pasta salad itself is incredible, but what really makes it stand out from other pasta salad recipes is the mouthwatering homemade dressing. Oh, and there is bacon!
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Seafood Gumbo
Creole Seafood Gumbo is rich, delicious, and so hearty. It is a bowl of New Orleans comfort that will take your taste buds on a trip to the Big Easy.
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Homemade Ketchup
Homemade Ketchup is easy to make and superior to what you’d buy in the store. This recipe uses fresh tomatoes making it extra delicious! Experiment with the tomatoes you have on hand for varied flavor in every batch!
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Trader Joe’s Copycat Sweet and Spicy Corn Salsa
All you need to make this Sweet and Spicy Corn Salsa are a few ears of corn, a bell pepper, and a handful of spices. This Trader Joe’s Copycat Recipe is perfect with chips, but you can also spoon it over salads, marinated chicken, and tacos.
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Black Bean and Corn Salsa
Black Bean and Corn Salsa gives fresh color and flavor to tacos, nachos, or as a dip for tortilla chips. With fresh ingredients, this is a great recipe for summer but works just as well with frozen corn in the cooler months.
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Slow Cooker Salsa
Create a restaurant-style salsa with simple prep and a short cooking time with this Slow Cooker Salsa Recipe. It features fresh ingredients like Roma tomatoes, fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, garlic, and jalapenos – everything for a good salsa worth sharing!
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Pineapple Salsa
This Pineapple Salsa is a vibrant and zesty blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors that will take your taste buds on an island vacation. So whether you’re planning a backyard gathering, a beach picnic, or just looking for a refreshing snack, this pineapple salsa is just the ticket.
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Fresh Southern Style Salsa
Fresh Southern Style Salsa made with garden fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, Vidalia onions, and herbs. It’s a great sweet and savory appetizer!
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Fresh Salsa Fresca
Learn how to make authentic and Fresh Salsa Fresca with this simple and delicious recipe. Each bite will burst with the flavor of classic Mexican spices, sweet ripe tomatoes, onions, garlic, jalapenos, cilantro, and zesty lime juice.
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Homemade Restaurant-Style Salsa
To give this Homemade Restaurant-Style Salsa a rich flavor, roast tomatoes, onion, jalapenos, and garlic before blending. Roasting concentrates the tomato flavor and will make even the most lackluster grocery-store tomatoes taste fantastic!
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Turkish Ezme
This authentic Turkish Ezme (Acili Ezme) takes just 15 minutes to make and is super healthy loaded with veggies and not much else. It’s a delicious spicy sauce, salad, dip and meze that you will want to have with everything. This recipe uses common ingredients you can find at your regular supermarket.
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Veggie Hummus Wrap
Vegetable Hummus Wraps are the perfect way to get dinner on the table quickly on those summer days when you just don’t feel like cooking. They are loaded with healthy ingredients and fresh flavors and will have your taste buds begging for more.
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Antipasto Pasta Salad
Antipasto Pasta Salad combines all of our favorite antipasto ingredients with a delicious balsamic vinaigrette, some pasta, and some fresh greens to make a perfect summer salad.
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Grilled Bruschetta Chicken
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken combines perfectly grilled chicken with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and melty mozzarella cheese. It’s the perfect main dish to serve for dinner or to meal prep for easy lunches.
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