RecipessummerFourth Of July
Veggie platters, salads, dips, burrito bowls, cheese plates and more that'll feed a crowd ... or just you.
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Kristen AikenHead of Life and Commerce![26 Summer Recipes That Always Work, Whether You're Entertaining Or Not (1) 26 Summer Recipes That Always Work, Whether You're Entertaining Or Not (1)](https://i0.wp.com/img.huffingtonpost.com/asset/60dcaf3b4100004f4181a4e5.png?ops=scalefit_720_noupscale)
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Summer plans are still a bit wonky this year, so you may not always know exactly how many people you’ll be hosting over a long holiday weekend ― if any at all. For these occasions, we’ve rounded up a list of fresh, summery, low-maintenance dishes that can either be served as part of a larger menu or solo for a quiet night in.
If you want to light up your grill, maybe you’d like some grilled corn with Sriracha aioli or a grilled Caesar salad. If you’re more in the mood for a DIY salad bar, there’s a host of marinated and composed salads waiting for you below. And if you don’t feel like cooking at all, a magnificent summer cheese board is calling your name.
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Next time you’re wondering what to make, this list will be your best friend.
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Grandbaby Cakes
Cobb Salad With Jerk Shrimp
Get the recipe for Cobb Salad with Jerk Shrimp from Grandbaby Cakes.
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Minimalist Baker
Grilled Corn With Sriracha Aioli
Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Sriracha Aioli from Minimalist Baker.
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All The Healthy Things
Greek Chickpea Salad
Get the recipe for Greek Chickpea Salad from All The Healthy Things.
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Minimalist Baker
Grilled Veggie Skewers With Chimichurri Sauce
Get the recipe for Grilled Veggie Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce from Minimalist Baker.
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All The Healthy Things
Bacon Ranch Potato Salad
Get the recipe for Bacon Ranch Potato Salad from All The Healthy Things.
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Half-Baked Harvest
Tuscan Summer Stone Fruit, Tomato And Burrata Panzanella Salad
Get the recipe for Tuscan Summer Stone Fruit, Tomato and Burrata Panzanella Salad from Half-Baked Harvest.
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Alexandra's Kitchen
Cucumber And Green Grape Gazpacho
Get the recipe for Cucumber and Green Grape Gazpacho from Alexandra's Kitchen.
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How Sweet It Is
Summer Shrimp Zoodle Bowls
Get the recipe for Summer Shrimp Zoodle Bowls from How Sweet Eats.
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Butter Be Ready
Quin's Perfect Guacamole Recipe
Get Quin's Perfect Guacamole Recipe from Butter Be Ready.
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Minmalist Baker
Grilled Romaine Salad With Herbed White Beans
Get the recipe for Grilled Romaine Salad with Herbed White Beans from Minimalist Baker.
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All The Healthy Things
Slow Cooker Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls
Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls from All The Healthy Things.
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Minimalist Baker
Summer Corn And Cotija Cheese Dip
Get the recipe for Summer Corn and Cotija Cheese Dip from Minimalist Baker.
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I Heart Umami
Marinated Beef Kebabs With Broccoli
Get the recipe for Marinated Beef Kebabs with Broccoli from I Heart Umami.
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Half-Baked Harvest
Charred Baby Bell Peppers With Burrata
Get the recipe for Charred Baby Bell Peppers with Burrata from Half-Baked Harvest.
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Minimalist Baker
Mustard Green Cherry Salad With Tahini Dressing
Get the recipe for Mustard Green Cherry Salad with Tahini Dressing from Minimalist Baker.
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All The Healthy Things
Grilled Shrimp And Orzo Salad
Get the recipe for Grilled Shrimp and Orzo Salad from All The Healthy Things.
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The View from Great Island
Low Country Shrimp Boil
Get the recipe for Low Country Shrimp Boil from The View from Great Island.
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Foodie Crush
Summer Melon Couscous Salad With Avocado, Grapes And Mint
Get the recipe for Summer Melon Couscous Salad with Avocado, Grapes and Mint from Foodie Crush.
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Minimalist Baker
Chickpea Shawarma Dip
Get the recipe for Chickpea Shawarma Dip from Minimalist Baker.
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Minimalist Baker
Lemon And Herb White Bean Dip
Get the recipe for Lemon and Herb White Bean Dip from Minimalist Baker.
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Half-Baked Harvest
Summer Harvest Veggie And Avocado Quinoa Bowl
Get the recipe for Summer Harvest Veggie and Avocado Quinoa Bowl from Half-Baked Harvest.
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The View from Great Island
Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho
Get the recipe for Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho from The View from Great Island.
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Minimalist Baker
Abundance Kale Salad With Savory Tahini Dressing
Get the recipe for Abundance Kale Salad with Savory Tahini Dressing from Minimalist Baker.
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How Sweet Eats
Pulled Chicken Guacamole Sliders With Grilled Corn Pico
Get the recipe for Pulled Chicken Guacamole Sliders with Grilled Corn Pico from How Sweet Eats.
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