Healthy Summer Recipes (perfect for parties!) | Ambitious Kitchen https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/summer-recipes/ Inspiring you in and out of the kitchen Fri, 19 Jul 2024 02:00:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cropped-AK-for-small-sizes-1-2-64x64.png Healthy Summer Recipes (perfect for parties!) | Ambitious Kitchen https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/summer-recipes/ 32 32 30+ of Our Most Popular Summer Recipes https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/most-popular-summer-recipes/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/most-popular-summer-recipes/#comments Thu, 18 Jul 2024 16:00:44 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=73760

30+ of Our Most Popular Summer Recipes

Over 30 of our most popular summer recipes that are a must-make this season! You’ll find hearty breakfasts, fresh lunches, veggie-packed dinners, and plenty of desserts that are the perfect way to use up seasonal produce. Make these summer recipes for your weekly meal prep or bring them to your next BBQ! I’ve been meaning

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Tart Cherry Pie Bars with Oatmeal Crumble (vegan + gluten free) https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cherry-pie-bars/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cherry-pie-bars/#comments Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:00:11 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=32478

Tart Cherry Pie Bars with Oatmeal Crumble (vegan + gluten free)

Beautiful tart cherry pie bars made with a homemade tart cherry filling and topped with a delicious oatmeal crumble. These bars are vegan, gluten free, naturally sweetened, chewy, and easy to make! My husband’s favorite fruit pie happens to be cherry. Over 5 years ago (when this recipe was created!) he begged me to make

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Frozen Cherry Margarita https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/frozen-cherry-margarita/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/frozen-cherry-margarita/#comments Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:00:51 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=89606

Frozen Cherry Margarita

Perfectly sweet and tart frozen cherry margarita made with 4 simple ingredients and in just 5 minutes for the best summer cocktail everyone will love! Blend up this frozen cherry lime margarita for your next summer party or girl’s night and enjoy a fun, unique take on a traditional margarita. It’s about time I shared

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Grilled Crostini with Roasted Cherries, Ricotta & Basil https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/roasted-cherry-grilled-crostini/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/roasted-cherry-grilled-crostini/#comments Mon, 15 Jul 2024 16:00:59 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=72365

Grilled Crostini with Roasted Cherries, Ricotta & Basil

You only need a handful of ingredients and under an hour to make these beautiful grilled crostini with juicy roasted cherries, creamy ricotta, and fresh basil. This easy and delicious grilled crostini recipe is the perfect appetizer for summer parties or anytime you’re entertaining! I’ve been SO excited to re-share this fun and flavorful appetizer

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Cherry Lime Smoothie https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cherry-lime-smoothie/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cherry-lime-smoothie/#comments Sun, 14 Jul 2024 16:00:21 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=81910

Cherry Lime Smoothie

Deliciously sweet and tart cherry lime smoothie made with 6 simple ingredients and a wonderful boost of protein from greek yogurt. This easy smoothie tastes just like cherry limeade but has a thick, creamy texture you’ll love. The perfect, refreshing breakfast or snack! HELLO GORGEOUS. That’s all I can say about this wonderful smoothie recipe

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Our Favorite Recipes Using Fresh Tomatoes https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/fresh-tomato-recipes/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/fresh-tomato-recipes/#comments Sat, 13 Jul 2024 16:00:44 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=75352

Our Favorite Recipes Using Fresh Tomatoes

Our absolute favorite recipes using fresh tomatoes that are a must-make before summer ends! These fresh tomato recipes are the perfect way to use up garden tomatoes during their peak season. You’ll find savory breakfast recipes, tons of fresh salads, apps, and plenty of main dishes. I’ve gotten tons of messages from you all saying

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Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/tahini-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-bites/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/tahini-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-bites/#comments Thu, 11 Jul 2024 16:00:52 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=33481

Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Delicious no bake tahini chocolate chip cookie dough bites! These eggless, healthy cookie dough bites are vegan, dairy free, gluten free and naturally sweetened with just pure maple syrup and chocolate chips. Keep them in your freezer for an easy no bake healthy dessert! It’s summer and IT IS hot. When I’m not rubbing SPF

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Pretty in Pink Peach Smoothie https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/peach-smoothie/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/peach-smoothie/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:00:48 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=75072

Pretty in Pink Peach Smoothie

Creamy and delicious peach smoothie made with 5 simple ingredients for a refreshing, filling breakfast or snack! This easy peach smoothie recipe gets a boost of protein from greek yogurt and has the perfect amount of sweetness from ripe peaches and berries. Enjoy as is or add your fav nutritional boosters! Okay, I’ve been the

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Kale, Edamame & Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/kale-edamame-and-quinoa-salad-with-lemon-vinaigrette/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/kale-edamame-and-quinoa-salad-with-lemon-vinaigrette/#comments Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:00:25 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=3508

Kale, Edamame & Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Gorgeous kale quinoa salad packed with juicy mango, tomatoes, heart-healthy avocado, and nutty quinoa. This easy kale quinoa salad gets tossed with a light lemon basil vinaigrette for the perfect lunch or party side dish with over 13g of plant-based protein! I first wrote this blog post when I was 23 years old. Here’s what

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Vibrant Lime Bars https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/lime-bars/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/lime-bars/#respond Tue, 09 Jul 2024 09:00:40 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=89432

Vibrant Lime Bars

Vibrant lime bars with a delicious shortbread base and a perfectly sweet and tart lime custard filling. These beautiful lime bars can easily be made gluten-free and dairy-free, and are extra special with a little powdered sugar and lime zest on top. The ultimate summer treat! You’ve all (I assume) had lemon bars before but

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Firecracker Salmon with Peach Avocado Salsa https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/firecracker-salmon-with-peach-avocado-salsa/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/firecracker-salmon-with-peach-avocado-salsa/#comments Sun, 07 Jul 2024 16:00:00 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=24777

Firecracker Salmon with Peach Avocado Salsa

Delicious sweet and spicy firecracker salmon topped with a wonderful, fresh peach avocado salsa. This firecracker salmon recipe can be baked or grilled for a healthy weeknight meal that everyone will love! Serve with your favorite sides, rice, quinoa or even in tacos. Hello, gorgeous salmon filets with the best sweet and spicy marinade topped

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50+ of Our Best Salad Recipes (creative, flavorful and FUN!) https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/the-best-salad-recipes/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/the-best-salad-recipes/#comments Sat, 06 Jul 2024 16:00:42 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=62066

50+ of Our Best Salad Recipes (creative, flavorful and FUN!)

Over 50 of the best salad recipes that are not only healthy but also creative, flavorful and FUN! From quinoa and pasta salads to kale and broccoli and everything in-between, there’s a delicious, healthy salad recipe for everyone. Enjoy the perfect meal prep lunch or yummy party side dish! We’re celebrating every last bit of

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