27 best summer recipes to try this august

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Welcome to our August recipe roundup, celebrating 27 best summer recipes. From spicy barbecue to refreshing cocktails, we have selected the best recipes to make your taste buds sing. So grab your apron and let’s dive into the delicious world of August cooking.

Steak kabobs with peppers and onions on a cutting board with sauce and plates in the background.
Steak Kabobs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Quick Watermelon Rind Pickles

Watermelon rind pickles recipe.
Watermelon rind pickles recipe. Photo credit: Recipes from Leftovers.

Try our Quick Watermelon Rind Pickles, an innovative recipe to enjoy every bit of this quintessential summer fruit. It’s a unique, tangy, and slightly sweet treat, making use of the often-discarded watermelon rind for a sustainable and delicious summer snack.
Get the Recipe: Watermelon Rind Pickles

Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake with Greek Yogurt

Lemon cheesecake with raspberry sauce on a plate.
Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake with Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: Recipes from Leftovers.

Keeping the berry best summer recipes for your end-of-summer barbecues? If so, make sure to add this lemon raspberry cheesecake recipe to your roster. A real crowd pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake with Greek Yogurt

Steak Kabobs

steak kabobs with peppers and onions on a cutting board with sauce and plates in the background.
Steak Kabobs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These tasty skewers, loaded with tender steak and colorful veggies, are great for a summer barbecue. They’re easy to prepare, and the grilled vegetables give them a fresh taste that’s perfect for August.
Get the Recipe: Steak Kabobs

Artisan Blueberry Bread

Dutch oven blueberry bread.
Dutch oven blueberry bread. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Indulge in our Dutch Oven Blueberry Bread, an excellent recipe to make the most of August’s bountiful blueberry harvest. This easy-to-make, moist, and flavorful bread with bursts of sweet-tart blueberries is the perfect treat to enjoy during warm summer mornings or as a delightful dessert.
Get the Recipe: Dutch Oven Blueberry Bread

Zucchini Parmesan Sauced Pasta

Creamy zucchini pasta sauce with shaved parmesan.
Creamy zucchini pasta sauce with parmesan. Photo credit: Recipes from Leftovers.

Experience the fresh flavors of summer with our Zucchini Parmesan Sauce for Pasta. Using August’s abundant zucchinis, this recipe offers a creamy, cheesy, and hearty sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta, ensuring a satisfying and seasonal dinner.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Pasta Sauce with Parmesan

Pickled Red Onions

Easy pickled red onions in jar.
Easy pickled red onions in a jar. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life

Pretty up your barbecued dishes or buffet-style dinner with these tasty, tangy, pickled red onions. Easy to make, easy to eat, and a real dad-pleaser. Great on sausages, hot dogs, and tacos.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Red Onions

Quick Pickled Garlic Dill Pickles

Quick garlic dill pickles.
Quick garlic dill pickles. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life

Cucumber season is in full swing and now’s the time to make your first batch of quick garlic dill pickles. A must-have side dish for your August barbecues or potluck dinners.
Get the Recipe: Quick Pickled Garlic Dill Pickles

Twice Baked Potatoes

Twice baked potatoes with bacon and cheese on a plate.
Twice Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

hese indulgent potatoes are a classic comfort food that’s a step above the rest. With a creamy inside and a crispy skin, they make for a great side dish at any summer cookout.
Get the Recipe: Twice Baked Potatoes

Homemade Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips Recipe

Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips on a dark napkin.
Homemade Low Carb Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips Recipe. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

These homemade Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips are great for a late summer party or as a quick snack. Being gluten-free and grain-free, they’re friendly for different dietary needs and they take only a few minutes to make.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips Recipe

Chicken Black Bean Salsa Casserole

Chicken black bean salsa casserole.
Chicken Black Bean Salsa Casserole. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Everyone in the family will adore this tasty chicken casserole. It’s perfect for using up leftover chicken and makes a filling dinner on a busy August evening.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Black Bean Salsa Casserole

Bunless Bacon Burger

Burger without a bun with green sauce.
Bunless Bacon Keto Burger. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

This delicious Bunless Bacon Keto Burger is a great way to enjoy grilling season. The burger is full of flavor, and the added bacon makes it extra tasty – perfect for an August barbecue!Get the Recipe: Bunless Bacon Burger

Condensed Milk Dinner Rolls

Condensed mik dinner rolls.
Condensed mik dinner rolls. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life

These sweet and fluffy dinner rolls make the perfect summer side dish. Serve them with fresh salads, cold cuts, or as a side for your favorite grilled meats.
Get the Recipe: Condensed Milk Dinner Rolls

Maple Bacon Bourbon Jam

Maple bourbon bacon jam.
Maple bourbon bacon jam. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life

Need a sweet and unique condiment to serve alongside your Father’s Day dinner? Make this easy maple bacon bourbon jam to top tacos, steak, pork loin or ribs! A great topper or condiment for the best summer recipes you make in August.
Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Bourbon Jam

Baked Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

Jalapeno popper pinwheels on a silver trays.
Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven.

The Baked Jalapeno Popper Roll-Ups are a delicious snack. Filled with cream cheese, fresh jalapenos, and crispy bacon, they’re a bite-sized delight that’s perfect for a summer get-together.
Get the Recipe: Baked Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

Coca Cola Cake

Chocolate coca cola cake on a white plate topped with ice cream and a cherry.
Coca Cola Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Surprise your friends with this unconventional dessert – a Coca Cola Chocolate Cake. It’s a unique twist on the classic chocolate cake, and its rich and moist texture is just what you need to end a summer meal on a sweet note.
Get the Recipe: Coca Cola Cake

Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

corn on the cob in a green corn dish in front of an air fryer.
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Give your summer meals a twist with this air fryer corn on the cob. It’s roasted to perfection and an easy, hands-off side dish that complements any main course at a summer cookout.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly

Stack of air fryer pork belly strips in hoisin glaze.
Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Air Fryer Pork Belly recipe, coated in a sweet-savory hoisin glaze, is a treat for the taste buds. It’s crispy, tender, and full of flavor – the perfect dish to impress your friends at an August gathering.
Get the Recipe: Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly

Hoisin Spare Ribs

A pile of hoisin glazed spare ribs with rice in the background.
Instant Pot Ribs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

These Instant Pot spare ribs, glazed with savory-sweet hoisin, are fall-off-the-bone tender. It’s an easy and quick recipe, perfect for a lazy summer day.
Get the Recipe: Hoisin Spare Ribs

Grilled Chile Lime Chicken

Grilled and sliced chile lime chicken on a white plate.
Grilled Chile Lime Chicken. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

The Chile Lime Grilled Chicken is a dish full of summer flavors. It pairs the tanginess of lime and the heat of chile with the savory grilled chicken – an ideal meal for a sunny August afternoon.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chile Lime Chicken

Elote

metal baking pan with elote, Mexican grilled corn cobs with mayonn
Elote. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This super easy elote recipe, or Mexican grilled corn, is full of flavor and can be made in minutes. It’s a simple and tasty way to enjoy corn, a summer staple.
Get the Recipe: Elote

Turkey Smash Burgers

Turkey smash burger topped with onions, tomato, and lettuce on a wooden cutting board.
Turkey Smash Burger. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These delicious turkey smash burgers are great for an August barbecue. They’re savory, juicy, and the caramelized exterior gives them an extra flavor punch.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Smash Burgers

Carne Asada

Carne asada on a blue plate surrounded by oranges, limes, and cilantro.
Carne Asada. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

The Carne Asada Marinade recipe is packed with authentic Mexican flavor. It’s a great way to spice up your grilling in August with its smoky, citrusy, and savory taste.
Get the Recipe: Carne Asada

Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Grilled, sliced chicken on a white plate with cilantro crema.
Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This grilled chicken with cilantro crema is a refreshing and flavorful dish, perfect for a summer cookout. The juicy chicken and tangy crema combine for a delicious pairing.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Old-Fashioned Cocktail

the best old-fashioned cocktail recipe in a patterned glass with a sphere ice cube on a black and white plaid coaster.
Old-Fashioned Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This Old-Fashioned cocktail is perfect for summer evenings. Made with whiskey, it’s a classic drink that can help you cool off after a hot August day.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Cocktail

Michelada

beer bottles, rim salt and hot sauce with a michelada cocktail.
Michelada. Photo credit: Feast + West.

The Michelada, a cocktail starring Mexican beer, is a refreshing drink for summer. It’s basically a beer-based Bloody Mary, and it’s something you don’t want to miss on a hot day.
Get the Recipe: Michelada

Smoked brisket

Platter of smoked brisket with bread and pickles.
Smoked brisket. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

This guide to making smoked brisket is a great resource for anyone looking to try their hand at grilling this summer. The detailed steps make it easy to get a flavorful result.
Get the Recipe: Smoked brisket

Colombian marinated chicken drumsticks

two crossed Colombian chicken legs
Colombian Chicken Drumsticks Recipe. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Bring some international flair to your summer cooking with our Colombian Chicken Drumsticks recipe. Perfect for grilling, these drumsticks are marinated in a bold, flavorful blend, offering a crispy exterior and juicy interior that’ll make your August barbecue a hit.
Get the Recipe: Colombian marinated chicken drumsticks

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