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Black Bean Salad

The hardest part about this Black Bean Salad is not eating it straight from the bowl. Sweet mango, creamy avocado, fresh corn, and a zesty lime dressing make every bite taste like summer. Ready in under 30 minutes, a healthy, protein-packed salad for …

Peach Overnight Oats

Peach Overnight Oats are the Best Easy Summer Breakfast My classic overnight oats recipe is a year-round favorite and I love making my pumpkin overnight oats in the fall, but this peach version is the one I look forward to making every summer when peac…

Succotash

This succotash recipe is a celebration of late summer vegetables, filled with sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, okra, and lima beans. I lean into the fresh flavors by adding herbs like basil and thyme and mix in a pinch of smoked paprika for smoky depth. …

16 Mango Smoothie Recipes to Clear Out The Freezer Stash

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Mango might be the best fruit for smoothies—naturally sweet, ultra-creamy, and easy to pair with anything. These mango smoothie recipes cover it all: classic blends, green smoothies, protein-packed options, and dessert-worthy sips. Refreshing, filling, or sweet—there’s a recipe here worth making on repeat.

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Grilled Steak with Peach Chimichurri

Grilled Steak That’s Perfect for Summer Dinners Grilled steak is always a favorite at our house, especially during the summer. It’s quick to cook, feeds a crowd, and somehow always feels a little special without requiring a lot of effort. I…

Zucchini Salad with Tomatoes and Chickpeas

When your garden is overflowing with zucchini, this bright, lemony zucchini salad is the perfect solution. Fresh herbs, juicy tomatoes, and chickpeas turn summer’s most abundant vegetable into a meal you’ll crave.

Crispy Rice Salad

This crispy rice salad recipe is quickly becoming my favorite summer lunch. It starts with a base of veggies—marinated cucumbers, edamame, scallions, avocado, and fresh mint—that I top with crunchy roasted peanuts, sheet pan crispy rice, and sesame gin…

Cilantro Lime Sauce

Have you tried Chipotle’s new cilantro lime sauce? I’m a big fan. It’s creamy, super fresh and somewhat spicy. I’ve started ordering cilantro lime sauce in lieu of plain sour cream on my standard burrito bowl order, and it really takes my bowl to the next level. I reverse-engineered this recipe from Chipotle’s ingredient list.…

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This Light Peach Crisp Is Healthy Enough for Breakfast

This light and delicious Peach Crisp is made with sweet, juicy summer peaches and topped with crunchy oats and roasted almonds. Enjoy it for dessert or even breakfast! Peach Crisp This healthy Peach Crisp is one of my favorite ways to enjoy sweet, juic…

7 Quick Oatmeal Recipes for Breakfast

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If you think oatmeal is bland, these oatmeal recipes for breakfast are here to change your mind. Packed with delicious flavors and wholesome ingredients, they’re easy to customize and surprisingly filling. Whether you’re feeding a family or making breakfast just for yourself, these recipes make it easy to start your day with something nourishing and satisfying.

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Zucchini Frittata

The Best Zucchini Frittata Recipe Every summer I seem to end up with a mountain of zucchini on my counter. Whether it’s from the garden, the farmers market, or a neighbor dropping off a few extras, I’m always looking for delicious ways to p…

Chipotle Pork Carnitas

Chipotle’s pork carnitas are one of my family’s favorite orders, so I had to recreate them at home. They’re slow-roasted until fork-tender and finished with crispy, caramelized edges.  Key Ingredients Here’s what you’…

Crispy Rice

This crispy rice recipe is one of my favorite ways to add crunch to salads and bowls. Easy to make on a sheet pan with just 4 ingredients, it transforms dry, dull day-old rice into something completely delicious. It’s crackly, toasty, and infused…

Panisses (Chickpea Fries)

Chickpea fries? Yes! Panisses are an irresistible snack famously served in the Provence region of France. Similar to regular fries, they’re crisp and golden on the outside, but with pillowy-soft interiors that remind me of creamy polenta. Nutritionally, they’re superior to regular fries, offering a hearty source of protein, fiber and monounsaturated fat. Like French…

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This Fresh Chimichurri Steak Salad Is Summer in a Bowl

This quick Chopped Chimichurri Steak Salad is a fresh, high-protein summer salad with grilled steak, cucumbers, tomatoes, avocado, and homemade chimichurri dressing. This easy no-lettuce salad comes together in under 30 minutes. Chopped Chimichurri Ste…

Zucchini Pasta

A Fresh Way to Use Summer Zucchini Every summer I find myself with a counter full of zucchini, and while I love baking my famous chocolate zucchini bread with it, I’m always looking for new ways to turn it into dinner. This creamy zucchini pasta …

Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

Juicy grilled Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers with a sweet-spicy soy glaze make a quick and flavorful summer meal for a poolside party or weeknight dinner. Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs These Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs are one of my favorite summer grillin…

Puppy Chow Marshmallow Treats

If You Love Puppy Chow, You Need to Make These No-Bake Treats If you love puppy chow (also called muddy buddies) and classic rice krispie treats, you are going to love these Puppy Chow Marshmallow Treats! They take everything we love about the classic …

Zucchini Fritters With Feta and Mint

These zucchini fritters are a fabulous summer recipe, with salty feta and mint for some Mediterranean flair. Serve them as a side dish, appetizer, or even a light dinner. Easy Zucchini Fritters Recipe If your garden is overflowing with zucchini, you pr…

Whipped Cottage Cheese

This whipped cottage cheese recipe is an easy, delicious high-protein snack. It comes together in under 5 minutes: just add cottage cheese to a food processor with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt. With a couple of pulses, the curds …

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