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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    The 24 Recipes That Still Make Us Long for Summer Evenings

    Published: Apr 29, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Some meals just taste like summer, you know? The ones you dream about when the sun’s setting late and the air smells like fresh-cut grass. These recipes bring all that magic back — juicy, colorful, a little messy, and completely unforgettable. Get ready to feel like it’s golden hour all over again.

    Crustless Tomato Pie With Farro

    A baking dish of tomato pie with a serving spoon.
    Crustless Tomato Pie With Farro. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    A non-traditional Tomato Pie recipe with zucchini and farro is a great way to showcase summer tomatoes and it’s crustless.
    Get the Recipe: Crustless Tomato Pie With Farro

    Tex Mex Summer Squash Casserole With A Kick!

    A serving of cheesy casserole topped with sour cream and chopped green onions sits on a dark plate next to a fork. The dish, ideal for Cinco de Mayo recipes, features melted cheddar cheese and visible slices of jalapeño.
    Tex Mex Summer Squash Casserole With A Kick!. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Tex Mex casserole uses fresh summer squash and Rotel tomatoes over a base of crunchy tortilla chips, all topped with cheese!
    Get the Recipe: Tex Mex Summer Squash Casserole With A Kick!

    Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt

    A creamy cucumber salad with corn in a glass bowl with a serving spoon
    Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Jazz up your salad menu with a Corn and Cucumber Salad. The mixture of veggies in a creamy yogurt, mayo and dill dressing make it a favorite.
    Get the Recipe: Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt

    Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

    A white platter full of grilled chicken drumsticks and thighs.
    Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Chicken Drumsticks on Grill are cooked over indirect heat for the most tender and juicy drumsticks or thighs.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

    Grilled Pork Kabobs With Fresh Peaches

    Pork removed from a skewer on a platter.
    Grilled Pork Kabobs With Fresh Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Tender pieces of pork are paired with juicy chunks of peaches for a fresh summertime take on classic Pork Kabobs.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Pork Kabobs With Fresh Peaches

    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    A bowl of cucumber salad with onions and two serving spoons
    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This tangy Cucumber Salad is light, refreshing, and since it has no mayo, it’s perfect for warm summer days.
    Get the Recipe: Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    Shrimp Carbonara With Grilled Corn

    A skillet of creamy shrimp carbonara.
    Shrimp Carbonara With Grilled Corn. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Follow these easy make-ahead steps for shrimp carbonara with grilled corn (it doesn’t have to be grilled) and bacon.
    Get the Recipe: Shrimp Carbonara With Grilled Corn

    Bone-In Oven Roasted Pork Chops With Peaches

    Three seasoned pork chops on a baking sheet, surrounded by sliced peaches and red onions, all roasted and slightly caramelized—a perfect example of effortless sheet pan meals.
    Bone-In Oven Roasted Pork Chops With Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Pork chops with peaches are sweetened with roasted peaches for a sheet pan meal that comes together in less than 10 minutes and ready in 30.
    Get the Recipe: Bone-In Oven Roasted Pork Chops With Peaches

    Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Basil Pesto

    Refreshing summer pesto pasta salad perfect for picnics and gatherings in a serving bowl.
    Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Basil Pesto. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Easy to make basil pesto pasta salad with bow tie pasta is a flavorful, colorful side that’s great for summer picnics or cookouts.
    Get the Recipe: Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Basil Pesto

    Old Bay Seafood Boil: Crab, Mussels & Shrimp

    A platter of old bay seafood boil
    Old Bay Seafood Boil: Crab, Mussels & Shrimp. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This one-pot Southern seafood boil (low country boil) is made with crab legs, mussels, shrimp, sliced sausage, corn and new potatoes!
    Get the Recipe: Old Bay Seafood Boil: Crab, Mussels & Shrimp

    Grilled Tequila Chicken Recipe (Chicken Marinade)

    A platter with a fork and grilled chicken.
    Grilled Tequila Chicken Recipe (Chicken Marinade). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Tequila Lime Chicken – so EASY with a marinade of Tequila, agave, orange and lime juice, a family favorite and perfect for Cinco de Mayo.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Tequila Chicken Recipe (Chicken Marinade)

    Spicy Peach Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise

    A bowl of peach coleslaw without mayo in a bowl with wooden spoons.
    Spicy Peach Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Spicy Peach Coleslaw without Mayonnaise is a classic summer salad with peach dressing that delivers a fresh variation you’re going to love.
    Get the Recipe: Spicy Peach Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise

    Spiral Hot Dogs

    Three spiral hot dogs on a white platter.
    Spiral Hot Dogs. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Nothing says summer like grilled hot dogs. Improve an American classic with spiral hot dogs for a crispy surface that’s delicious.
    Get the Recipe: Spiral Hot Dogs

    Squash Casserole Recipe

    A spoon lifting out a serving of pasta with squash.
    Squash Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This baked summer squash pasta casserole recipe is prepared in a creamy spicy sauce and is a great way to feature squash or zucchini.
    Get the Recipe: Squash Casserole Recipe

    Tomato Salad With Peaches

    A black bowl of tomato salad with peaches and feta.
    Tomato Salad With Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Fresh Peach and Tomato Salad can’t be beat when summer produce is at its best. Try combining fresh peaches with juicy tomatoes, then sprinkle with salty feta for a light and refreshing summer salad
    Get the Recipe: Tomato Salad With Peaches

    Easy Grilled Ranch Chicken Recipe

    Three skewers of ranch chicken
    Easy Grilled Ranch Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Fire up the grill and make some easy chicken kabobs the whole family will love. This super easy grilled ranch chicken recipe is a game changer.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Grilled Ranch Chicken Recipe

    Grilled Bbq Pork Tenderloin

    A pork tenderloin sliced and covered in bbq sauce.
    Grilled Bbq Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This simple Grilled BBQ Pork Tenderloin recipe is super simple to make without sacrificing flavor or spending hours over a hot grill!
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Bbq Pork Tenderloin

    Summer Pasta Salad With Fresh Peaches

    A bowl of peach pasta salad with dressing in a pticher on the side.
    Summer Pasta Salad With Fresh Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This refreshing summer salad is made with fresh peach slices, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, pine nuts, and your favorite pasta.
    Get the Recipe: Summer Pasta Salad With Fresh Peaches

    Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple Salsa

    A plate of sliced pork tenderloin on rice with pineapple salsa.
    Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple Salsa. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A juicy pineapple pork tenderloin that is first marinated and then cooked on the grill for an easy dinner in less than 30 minutes.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple Salsa

    Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing

    A bowl of Greek salad with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese on a white surface—perfect for spring recipes. Small bowls of olives and feta are nearby.
    Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Looking for a quick and flavorful salad recipe? Try our Greek Salad with refreshing cucumbers and zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
    Get the Recipe: Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing

    Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay

    Two shrimp boil packs with toasted bread.
    Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Shrimp boil foil packets are an easy way to get the great flavor of a shrimp boil without standing over the stove. A terrific summertime meal, ready in 30 minutes!
    Get the Recipe: Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay

    Super Tender Grilled Skirt Steak

    Marinated skirt steak grilled and sliced on a cutting board.
    Super Tender Grilled Skirt Steak. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Infused with tequila, soy sauce, and brown sugar, this skirt steak recipe yields juicy and flavorful meat every time.
    Get the Recipe: Super Tender Grilled Skirt Steak

    Grilled Corn In Husk

    Two grilled corn on the cob, classic easy grilled foods, sprinkled with chopped cilantro and pepper. The corn boasts visible grill marks and a slightly charred appearance, resting on a dark surface.
    Grilled Corn In Husk. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Nothing says summer like grilling and corn on the cob, so this Grilled Corn In Husk recipe is the essence of summer flavors.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Corn In Husk

    Summer Squash Linguine Pasta

    Summer Squash Linguine Pasta. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Looking for a simple recipe to use up your summer squash? Try this Summer Squash Linguine pasta with herb-infused cream sauce. It’s a delightful way to enjoy the season’s bounty.
    Get the Recipe: Summer Squash Linguine Pasta

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