What to Cook This July & Fourth of July Recipes

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July is right here! Let’s hear it for lengthy summer season days and heat summer season evenings. I hope you’re having fun with a enjoyable lengthy weekend. Please be protected on the market.

In the event you’re on the lookout for Fourth of July recipes, listed here are a few of my favorites. The extra salads, the higher. Browse with photos right here.

  • Dips: Mediterranean Tomato and Feta Dip, Pimento Cheese or Strawberry Salsa
  • Salads: Favourite Quinoa Salad, Black Bean Salad, Herbed Potato Salad, Layered Panzanella, Mediterranean Bean Salad or Watermelon Salad with Herbed Yogurt Sauce
  • Important Dishes: Caprese Sandwiches, Favourite Veggie Burgers or Grilled Pizzas
  • Desserts: Almond Cake with Berries on Prime, Blended Berry Crisp or Easy Blueberry Cake
  • Extras: Aperol Spritz, Basic Mojitos, Straightforward Pineapple Mint Popsicles, or Strawberry Smoothies

Avocado

best cucumber salad recipe

Gaby’s Cucumber Salad

Gluten free and vegan

“Made this instantly final night time and liked it – my daughter as effectively! Fast and simple for while you get residence from work – served alongside pasta.” – Connie

Extra avocado recipes »

Berries! Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries & Strawberries

gluten free almond cake with berries recipe

Gluten-Free Almond Cake with Berries on Prime

Gluten free

“Sooooo good. I added a little bit powdered sugar to the Greek yogurt and this was scrumptious. Thanks for the simple summer season showstopper!” – Carrie

Extra blueberry recipes » (additionally blackberries, raspberries and strawberries)

Cherries

Balsamic Stone Fruit Sundae

Balsamic Stone Fruit Sundae

Gluten free and vegan in the event you use vegan ice cream

“I made this for a cooking class I taught and everybody liked it!! Hopefully you get some extra readership, as a result of I inform so a lot of my sufferers about your weblog :)” – Tricia

Extra cherry recipes »

Corn

Sweet Corn and Black Bean Tacos recipe

Candy Corn & Black Bean Tacos

Gluten free and simply vegan

“I made these final night time they usually have been WONDERFUL! I liked the flavour; the lime provides rather a lot. I adopted the recipe precisely and they’re fabulous the subsequent day for lunch!” – Laura

Extra corn recipes »

Cucumber

best tzatziki recipe

Tzatziki

Gluten free

“That is one of the best tzatziki recipe ever. I come again to it time and again. Everybody who tastes it desires the recipe! Thanks a lot” – Terry

Extra cucumber recipes »

Inexperienced Beans

Blackened Green Bean and Quinoa Salad

Blackened Inexperienced Bean and Quinoa Salad

Gluten free and simply vegan (skip the feta)

“This would possibly truly be my favorite grain salad ever. The mixture of textures is phenomenal– undoubtedly don’t skip the toasted almonds! It’s a little bit bit concerned however in the event you multitask it comes collectively pretty rapidly. I’ve made it a number of instances now and will certainly proceed to take action so long as I can get contemporary candy corn!” – Elinor

Extra inexperienced bean recipes »

Greens

Sun-dried tomato Caesar salad recipe

Ashley’s Solar-Dried Tomato Caesar Salad

Vegetarian and scrumptious

“Tried this final night time it was DELICIOUS and SO EASY! On my lunchtime favourite listing. Thanks Kate!” – Carolyn

Extra salad recipes »

Herbs

baked feta dip recipe

Baked Feta Dip with Cherry Tomatoes

Gluten free (with gluten-free accompaniments)

“Phenomenal Appetizer that everybody loves!! I’ve served it 4 instances over the previous two months and it’s a massive hit. Very straightforward to make!!” – Nancy

Extra basil recipes » (additionally cilantro and dill)

Kale

Heirloom BLT Kale Salad (with coconut bacon!)

Heirloom BLT Salad (with Coconut Bacon!)

Vegan

“Kate, this salad is so scrumptious. The DRESSING–I do know everybody goes wild to your coconut bacon, which is great and all, however the DRESSING! I like that it’s oil-free so you possibly can actually load up on it. This salad is elevating the bar for salads in my e book. You’ve carried out it once more, Cookie and Kate!” – Tory

Extra kale recipes »

Mango

Thai Mango Cabbage Wraps with Crispy Tofu and Peanut Sauce

Thai Mango Cabbage Wraps with Crispy Tofu and Peanut Sauce

Simply gluten free and simply vegan

“I made these tonight and they’re so scrumptious. An ideal summer season meal. I additionally mustvsay that that is the primary time myself and my boyfriend have truly loved (even, liked) tofu! Yay for soggy free completely crisp tofu.” – Deana

Extra mango recipes »

Peaches

peach yogurt popsicles recipe-3

Creamy Peach & Honey Popsicles

Gluten free

“My husband and my favourite recipe! Can you substitute the peaches for different fruits? Was considering strawberry or raspberry!” – Mallory (the reply is sure—try my Roasted Berry and Honey Yogurt Popsicles!)

Extra peach recipes »

Peppers

This fresh black bean salad recipe packs great for lunch! It's also perfect for parties and potlucks. Get the recipe at cookieandkate.com

Recent Black Bean Salad

Gluten-free and vegan

“Hello Kate, I had forgotten how scrumptious this salad is! Served it with sluggish cooker mac & cheese for dinner final night time. I actually like that you simply combine the entire salad at one time, no separate dressing to arrange, and in addition that the dressing simply “attire” the substances and doesn’t drown them!! Good summer season meal – straightforward, make forward, no use of the range 🙂 Thanks, once more, for sharing!” – Kris

Extra bell pepper recipes »

Plums

gluten-free plum crisp recipe

Plum Crisp

Gluten-free and simply vegan (see notes)

“I made this as a dessert for a girls group dinner and everybody LOVED it! Thanks.” – Daniela

Extra plum recipes »

Potatoes

This simple, herbed red potato salad recipe will be a hit at your next potluck! The light, creamy sauce is mayo-free, and this recipe is vegan! cookieandkate.com

Herbed Crimson Potato Salad (no mayo!)

Gluten-free and vegan

“Completely great recipe- so contemporary and lightweight in comparison with conventional potato salad and was successful throughout my father’s birthday! Favored it a lot we’re making it once more tonight!” – Tori

Extra potato recipes »

Radishes

These healthy lettuce wraps are colorful, fun to eat, and so delicious! They're vegetarian/vegan, and easily gluten free. Get the recipe at cookieandkate.com

Colourful Veggie Lettuce Wraps

Vegan

“I Simply made these for dinner they usually have been scrumptious! My complete household liked them. Straightforward to place collectively and enjoyable to assemble on the desk. Thanks for all of the great recipes!” – Katherine

Extra radish recipes »

Summer season Squash

cherry tomatoes pesto squash noodles and spaghetti

Pesto Squash Noodles and Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomatoes

Simply gluten free and simply vegan (see notes)

“Didn’t suppose twice about whipping this one up for tonight since all I had to purchase have been the zucchinis and tomatoes. I made it vegan with dietary yeast and OH MY that is a tremendous recipe. So easy! You might be rapidly changing into my favourite meals blogger! Can’t wait to share this creation with my loves. Thanks” – Lauren

Extra zucchini recipes » (additionally yellow squash)

Tomatoes

Mediterranean tomato feta dip

Mediterranean Tomato & Feta Dip

Gluten free

“Made this tonight for a fast dinner. It was so scrumptious! I’ll be bringing this to all of the events/BBQs I’m going to this summer season. I like your weblog :)” – Jodi

Extra tomato recipes »

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