As the summer sun climbs high, it’s time to gather with family and friends for good food and warm memories. From an easy grilling seasoning to refreshing sides and drinks, these herb-filled summer cookout recipes will make your gathering even more tasty and nourishing.
#1 BBQ Seasoning
This DIY grilling seasoning brings the healing benefits of your spice cabinet to the center of your summer cookout recipes. Use it to dry-rub meats, vegetables, or potatoes before grilling them on the barbecue.
Get the recipe: BBQ Seasoning
#2 Fennel Chicken Salad
In this delicious chicken salad recipe, juicy fennel and cooling cilantro are the perfect antidote to summer’s heat. This crunchy salad cools the body and supports optimal digestion. You can eat the salad as it is, or wrap it it lettuce or kale leaves.
Get the recipe: Fennel Chicken Salad
#3 Mom’s Summer Salad
When the tomatoes were ripe, my mom made this salad nearly every day. It’s a simple recipe using seasonal ingredients that are made for each other: fresh tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, plus my herbal addition of basil and calendula.
Get the recipe: Mom’s Summer Salad
#4 Summer Cordial
This summer cordial is the perfect little drink to sip at a party, potluck, or gathering in the garden. You can also add a splash of this cordial to a bowl of fresh fruit to make a tasty dessert that’s easy to assemble in just minutes.
Get the recipe: Summer Splash Party Cordial
#5 Cooling Summer Herbal Tea
How many cookouts have you been to where the ice chests are filled with sugar and chemical drinks? Let’s ditch the sodas and bring on the cooling herbal drinks! This refreshing herbal tea will keep everyone coming back for more.
Get the recipe: Cooling Summer Herbal Tea
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I would love to hear from you! How are you bringing the power of herbs into your summer cookout recipes? Please share in the comments below.
