Not sure with all the extra zucchini, tomatoes, and peppers your garden has yielded this summer? These recipes that highlight summer vegetables are the answer, in fact, we bet you’ll find your new go-to summer dish. Traditional family favorites, as well as new recipe ideas, will use up that surplus of veggies in the most delicious way. So go grab those extra veggies and let’s head to the kitchen!
Sweet Corn Risotto with Shrimp
“Sweet corn adds a nice crunch to creamy risotto, it’s topped with sautéed shrimp and salty bacon for a scrumptious dinner.” - Paula
Italian Drunken Noodles
“Oh, my gracious! This was beyond delicious! I was already full and just couldn't stop taking just ‘one more bite’ until I finally asked someone to please take the bowl (with hardly any left in it) off the table. I'm sure I will finish off the dab that is left as I clean up the kitchen. This will be made OFTEN from now on!” - Sandra
Garlic String Beans
“Give your basic garden variety of string beans an upgrade with my Garlic String Beans. With this recipe, you get a no bacon side dish that transforms the green bean into something majestic. No longer a side dish, this healthy version of Garlic String Beans hits the tastebuds and shows you just how good a green bean can taste.” - Shikha
Zucchini and Tomatoes Foil Packets
“My second favorite after zucchini boats. Something about squash is so satisfying I wish it were around a lot longer. But toward the end of gardening, after you've eaten zucchini bread, batter dipped sticks and sauteed they are great in soup. Simple simple side dish a little cheese and the little ones are sure to at least try these green treasures.” - Natalie
Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
“We can't wait for the Spring/Summer seasons to hit up the local farmer's market for fresh veggies. These are cheesy and full of fresh vegetables. They do not disappoint! If there is any cheese mixture left, we also stuff yellow, orange, or red peppers and bake them with the mushrooms!” - Jennifer
Summer Vegetable Quinoa Burrito Bowls with Corn, Zucchini and Black Beans
“These late summer vegetable burrito bowls certainly make for some tasty, filling and healthy meals! Of course it tastes better once it is all mixed up!” - Kevin
Rustic Farm-Fresh Tomato Soup
“In late summer, when tomatoes are abundant, I love to make this fresh tomato soup with our family farm tomatoes and just a handful of everyday ingredients. Add a grilled cheese sandwich and you're all set. Healthy, fresh, and easy... my kind of recipe.” - Quinn
Roasted Garden Veggie Sandwich
“In the summer everything is so delicious coming from the garden. Roasting veggies brings out all the wonderful natural flavors. These sandwiches are a family favorite.” - Cheryl
Chicken and Pasta With Summer Vegetables
“We all loved this light chicken pasta that's filled with zucchini and summer squash. We opted to grill the chicken on an indoor grill to make it easier to prepare. The lemon broth sauce is so easy and tastes refreshing. It's a lighter sauce and perfect for a summer dinner. We can't wait to make this again. A great meal to add to your summer menu.” - Kitchen Crew
Zucchini Skillet
“The summertime means an abundance of zucchini. This is a favorite recipe that the kids will love. The flavor combination reminds them of pizza!” - Cara
Garden Fresh Salsa
“This is such a bright and fresh-tasting salsa. There are rarely leftovers when I bring this to get-togethers. If there is extra, it's because this makes such a big batch! This is very easy to alter to your own tastes, as well.” - Jenni
Fresh Corn Pie
“This is a very old recipe of mine. Just a pretty and delicious way to serve that yummy summer corn! You could probably sub frozen corn, but I don't think canned corn would be a very good substitute for this recipe. It would probably be very mushy.” - Kelly
Grilled Fresh Green Beans
“This bean and veggie combination is even more delicious cooked outside on the grill. Leave the bacon out for a healthier/vegetarian dish.” - Lynn
Sauteed Parmesan Zucchini & Yellow Squash
“Every summer no matter how few plants we plant it seems like we have too much zucchini and yellow squash. Since the neighbors don't like it when we leave it on their doorsteps, I've had to come up with ways to get my family to eat it. This is me and my husbands' favorite way.” - Lynelle
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
“I grew up marinating cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes every summer as a side dish. Always a great side to a summertime meal.” - Angie
Grilled Kielbasa Skewers
“Using kielbasa makes these skewers an easy summer dinner. The sausage grills evenly with the vegetables. Italian dressing adds zesty flavor to the fresh veggies. This is an easy meal to put together and quick to grill because the sausage is already cooked.” - Kitchen Crew
Grilled Corn and Fresh Pepper Salad
“This grilled corn salad is a simple and tasty summer side dish. The tangy dressing is a nice contrast with the sweet, crisp corn. Red pepper and cilantro give the salad a fresh flavor that tastes of summer. Once the corn is grilled, this is very simple to throw together. A full-flavored side for the summer grilling season.” - Kitchen Crew
Country Sausage Stuffed Zucchini Squash
“We were very impressed by this zucchini recipe. It's a great way to use the extra bits of ingredients you may have in the fridge. Really, this could be served for any meal. It was like a breakfast casserole in a zucchini boat. If you like a little extra kick to your meals, use hot sausage. Looking forward to making this easy recipe again.” - Kitchen Crew