Unearth delicious: 21 impressive garden-inspired recipes for dinner

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Explore these impressive garden-inspired dinner recipes that unearth delicious flavors. From fresh salads to hearty mains and sweet desserts, savor the magic of seasonal produce at your dinner table. Elevate your dining experience with the vibrant tastes of nature’s bounty.

green bean casserole being served with wooden spoon
Green Bean Hamburger Casserole. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Sugar-Free Coleslaw with Creamy Dressing

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Sugar-Free Coleslaw with Creamy Dressing. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Embrace the essence of summer with our delightful Sugar-Free Coleslaw featuring crisp cabbage and a creamy, guilt-free dressing. This refreshing side dish celebrates the season’s bounty, highlighting the natural sweetness of summer vegetables straight out of the garden. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or simply as a cooling accompaniment to any meal, this coleslaw will keep you coming back for more tangy, crunchy goodness.
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Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

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Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Celebrate the harmony of flavors in our Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry. This mouthwatering dish brings together the richness of ground beef with the crispness of summer cabbage. Infused with aromatic spices and savory soy sauce, this stir fry is a delectable showcase of seasonal ingredients that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight as you admire what a garden can grow.
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Carrot Cake

Keto Carrot Cake with frosting and nuts.
Carrot Cake. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Celebrate the season’s carrot harvest with our irresistible Carrot Cake. Moist, spiced, and adorned with creamy frosting, this classic dessert is a true ode to summer’s harvest. Bursting with natural sweetness, this cake is an after-dinner indulgence that pays homage to the beauty and flavor of summer’s favorite root vegetable.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake

Green Bean Hamburger Casserole

Green bean casserole being served with wooden spoon.
Green Bean Hamburger Casserole. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Savor the goodness of fresh garden beans in our Green Bean Hamburger Casserole. This hearty dish combines the wholesome appeal of green beans with seasoned ground beef and a luscious cheesy topping. Nourishing and comforting, this casserole is a comforting hug from the season of abundant greenery.
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Vegetable and Ground Beef Skillet Recipe

A picutre of ground beef, onion, and zucchini in stainless skillet.
Vegetable and Ground Beef Skillet Recipe. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

When your zucchini plant kicks into full gear, make our Vegetable and Ground Beef Skillet Recipe. Seasoned ground beef, fresh zucchini and herbs is a delicious and nutritious dinner that highlights the joy of cooking with fresh produce.
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Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

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Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Celebrate the versatility of cauliflower with our Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. This guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food features tender cauliflower florets coated in a velvety cheese sauce, making it the ultimate low-carb mac and cheese alternative. With every creamy bite, you’ll relish the wholesome flavors of summer’s favorite cruciferous veggie.
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Chocolate Chip Cookies with Hidden Zucchini

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Chocolate Chip Cookies with Hidden Zucchini. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Many gardeners scramble, wondering what to do with all the zucchini. You can surprise your taste buds with our delectable Chocolate Chip Cookies featuring hidden zucchini. Moist, chocolaty, and secretly packed with nutritious veggies, these cookies are a delightful summer treat that embraces the art of baking with fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies with Hidden Zucchini

Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

Chicken alfredo broccoli bake cooking in dish on rack.
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Relish the delightful combination of tender chicken and home-grown broccoli in our Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole. This comforting and creamy dish creates a warm and satisfying meal that’s perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

A picutre of ground beef with tomatoes and Italian herbs.
Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Transport your taste buds to Italy with our savory Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet. This hearty and flavorful dish combines seasoned beef, cauliflower rice, and sun-kissed tomatoes, celebrating Italian cuisine’s rich and aromatic essence and your tomato harvest.
Get the Recipe: Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

Spinach Salmon Burgers

A picture of Keto Spinach Salmon Burgers with cheddar cheese.
Spinach Salmon Burgers. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Spinach is easy to grow and adds nutritious goodness to mouthwatering Spinach Salmon Burgers. These wholesome patties feature succulent salmon blended with vibrant spinach, offering a delightful burst of nutrients and a taste of summer’s greens.
Get the Recipe: Spinach Salmon Burgers

Popeyes Coleslaw

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Popeyes Coleslaw. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Savor the tangy charm of Popeyes Coleslaw, a delicious side dish to any protein that captures the spirit of summer eating. Bursting with crunchy cabbage and carrots from your garden or a farmer’s market mixed in a zesty dressing, this coleslaw is a refreshing ode to the joy of summertime gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Popeyes Coleslaw

Chicken ala King

Chicken green beans mushrooms with biscuit.
Chicken ala King. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Experience the comforting flavors of Chicken ala King, a classic dish that epitomizes summer comfort food. Loaded with tender chicken, colorful garden bell peppers, and a creamy sauce, this hearty meal is a delightful way to enjoy the best seasonal produce.
Get the Recipe: Chicken ala King

Quick and Easy Salmon and Summer Squash

Quick and easy salmon and summer squash meal.
Quick and Easy Salmon and Summer Squash. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Celebrate the lightness of summer squash in our Quick and Easy Salmon and Summer Squash recipe. Combining juicy salmon with tender squash, this dish showcases fresh ingredients, making it a perfect weeknight dinner to enjoy the season’s flavors. If you still need a way to process all your zucchini, swap that in for the summer squash and chow.
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Quick and Easy Lamb Gyros

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Quick and Easy Lamb Gyros. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Satisfy your cravings for Mediterranean flavors with our Quick and Easy Lamb Gyros. Bursting with tender lamb, fresh sun-riped tomatoes and cucumber from your garden, and a zesty yogurt sauce, this dish elevates the taste of summer to new heights, capturing the essence of Greek cuisine in every delightful bite.
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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.

Air fryer corn on the cob is a quick, easy and delicious way to roast fresh corn! Delicious, juicy and tender corn is just minutes away. Harvest corn from your field or buy from the local farmer’s market.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

Green Bean Tomato Salad

Green beans and tomatoes on a white plate.
Green Bean Tomato Salad. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Green bean tomato salad is a fresh, flavorful side dish made from garden produce. This delicious salad is easy to prepare and contains healthy ingredients that will make you feel great after eating it.
Get the Recipe: Green Bean Tomato Salad

Peach Blackberry Ice Cream

Peach and blackberry ice cream scoops in white bowls.
Peach and Blackberry Ice Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Homemade Peach Ice Cream is always a delicious summer dessert. This easy-to-make recipe is made in the no-churn ice cream method, and because the berry bushes are overloaded right now, we tossed in fresh blackberries for a perfect frozen creamy peachy dessert.
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Mini Blueberry Pies

mini blueberry pies in tins.
Mini Blueberry Pies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Got blueberries? Pick them up from a U-Pick farm, farmer’s market or wild bush and make these mini blueberry pies for two! Crisp, flaky pie crust, juicy berries, and just enough to satisfy two people.
Get the Recipe: Mini Blueberry Pies

Grilled Baby Bok Choy

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Grilled Baby Bok Choy. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bok choy is such a fun vegetable and easy to grow. It’s absolutely delicious when you toss it on the grill for just a few minutes after mixing it with an easy Asian marinade. It pairs well with anything from burgers to chicken and more. Here’s another way to put a smile on your face once harvest time comes around.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Baby Bok Choy

Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes

caprese salad with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese topped with basil.
Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make a delicious caprese salad with cherry tomatoes. This classic Italian dish perfectly blends juicy garden grown tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, making the perfect summer side dish.
Get the Recipe: Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

Two servings of strawberry shortcake on a blue background.
Homemade Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

This homemade strawberry shortcake will make you ditch the store-bought version for good. With brown sugar cardamom biscuits, lime macerated strawberries, and vanilla whipped cream, it’s an elegant twist of your old summer favorite.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

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