When we think of summer cooking at the Dr. Yum Project, we think of simple recipes that make the most of fresh produce. This is the peak season for so many of our favorite foods and the farmers market is overflowing with options. Try adding some of these Dr. Yum Project recipes to your menu this summer!
Pineapple Power Salad
This Dr. Yum Project fan favorite is everything you want in a summer recipe. Pineapple, cucumber, fresh herbs, and lime combine for the perfect refreshing bite!
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Tropical Tomato Pico de Gallo
A sweet and savory salsa that also makes a great side salad. Look for different colors of cherry tomatoes to really make it stand out.
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Radish and Cucumber Salad
A creamy salad with a cool and spicy bite. Chop the veggies and make the dressing ahead of time, then add the two together and combine immediately before serving.
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Savory Zucchini Bake
Zucchini is abundant in the summer, especially if you’re growing it yourself. This is a great recipe to use up some of that zucchini and it also features another summer staple: fresh corn on the cob.
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Berry Banana Smoothie Pops
With a mixture of blue and red berries that blend into a gorgeous purple color, these frozen pops are a great way to stay cool in the hot weather.
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Rainbow Fruit Salad
A classic Dr. Yum Project recipe that everyone loves! If you’re looking for a fruit salad, you can’t go wrong with this one.
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Sesame Ginger Green Beans
Appreciate the flavor of fresh green beans with this simple dish. A quick blanch and then tossing with a warmed sauce leaves the green beans crisp-tender so you can really enjoy the satisfying crunch that comes with peak-season beans.
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Cucumber Watermelon Salsa
This salsa is fresh and hydrating and can also work as a simple side salad. The combo of sweet and savory makes this one a winner!
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Grilled Shrimp Kabobs with Pineapple and Cherry Tomato
A soy sauce marinade adds lots of flavor to these kabobs. Grilling also concentrates the flavor of the pineapple and tomatoes leaving you with lots of yummy caramelized goodness.
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Marvelous Mango Salsa
A sweet salsa that’s great on its own or as a topper for grilled chicken or fish.
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Watermelon Whole Fruit Popsicles
Cool down with these refreshing homemade popsicles. Slices of whole fruit suspended in blended watermelon make these beautiful and delicious.
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Tangy Broccoli Salad
One of our most popular recipes, this salad makes the perfect veggie side with a satisfying crunch.
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Melon Salsa
Fresh cantaloupe makes this salsa juicy and refreshing. It can also be used as a side dish or topper for grilled fish or chicken.
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Avocado, Bean, and Corn (ABC) Dip
This dip is easy to pull together and uses a lot of pantry items that you probably already have. It is one of our favorite preschool curriculum recipes and is a big hit with all ages! Gently mix in the avocado right before serving to preserve its bright green color.
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Succulent Herbed Chicken Kabobs
Kabobs are a grilling staple. A tangy herb marinade gives the chicken and veggies lots of flavor, transforming simple ingredients into a real show stopper.
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Kiwi Coconut Salsa
This sweet salsa gets some tropical flair from fresh mango and toasted shredded coconut. It’s great with corn chips, but we especially like it with cinnamon pita chips!
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Roasted Vegetables with Quinoa
We love how versatile this dish is! It tastes great hot or cold, meaning you can serve it right away or make it ahead of time and let it hang out in the fridge to serve as a cold salad. It also works well with a variety of vegetables, so you can adjust the recipe based on what’s available or what you need to use up.
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