Summer Recipes

Zucchini is one of my favorite summer vegetables. You will harvest a ton if you add it to your garden, which will result in tasty, light lunches like this salad.

A simple garden salad with kale is a healthy and light lunch for summer. The ginger carrot dressing adds a nice burst of flavor.

Grilled chicken is my favorite protein to add to a salad for a little substance. It is perfect on this salad with the tarragon dijon vinaigrette.

I often make this recipe for Easter, but asparagus is a nice, hearty vegetable for summer meals, too. If you are making a veggie-forward meal, this is a great dish to add a little heft to the menu.

Blueberries are synonymous with summer, and are a great little pop of sweetness on a salad. The beets and balsamic are a great base for this salad.

This asparagus recipe is another tasty side option for grilling or other summer meals. It's simple to make, and the dressed asparagus is just the right texture.

Pasta salad is one of those dishes I just need to have during the summer months. Don't overlook orzo as a wonderful option for a greek pasta salad.

A more classic pasta salad is this macaroni with creamy dill dressing. This one is perfect for grad parties, grillouts and potlucks of all kinds.

This is the potato salad I make all summer long. It was passed down to me from my husband's side of the family and it is truly legendary. It's simple, creamy and delicious.

If you have a camping tripped planned, you absolutey have to try frying your own walleye. You get bonus points for catching them, too, but don't feel bad packing some fresh fish for the trip. This is a tasty and fun recipe to make over the fire.

Fried chicken is great any time of year, but there is something especially wonderful about deep fried food on a hot summer day. This version is crispy, delicious and surprisingly easy to make.

Light and delicious, lettuce wraps make for a perfect summer lunch. This pork version features balanced Asian flavors, but you can really go wild with your own combinations when it comes to lettuce wraps.

This is my take on a light and creamy smoked whitefish spread. It is a perfect snack for a hot day, or a great starter for a little summer gathering.