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Skip to Recipe We’re obsessed with salsas during the summer months, and I have shared quite a few of those recipes previously here. Here, is another recipe that you can make before we bid farewell to summer. Loaded with slices of pineapple, juicy strawberries, red onion, cherry tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro all tossed together and seasoned with lime juice, this Strawberry Pineapple Salsa is the summer appetizer of your dreams! Sweet, tangy and spicy, this Salsa is a fresh spin on the classic Tomato Salsa. It has got the sweet flavors of a fruit salsa matched with the spicy deliciousness of a traditional salsa. WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS STRAWBERRY PINEAPPLE SALSA Quick and easy: This Salsa can be whipped up in no time! Just chop all the fruits and veggies, and your salsa is practically made – no special skills required! Fresh and delicious: Bursting with fresh and vi

Skip to Recipe Fried chicken sandwiches are all the rage right now! You can find one at just about every fast food restaurant, and they’re all so finger-licking good! Now, I am usually not a kind of person who loves fried food, but I do make the exception for these burgers. This homemade version of a Crispy Fried Chicken Burger has all the crunch and flavors you crave for! Once you’ve had a bite of these burgers, your KFC trips will be a thing of the past! 😀 With juicy,ultra crispy chicken fillets and all the toppings inside toasted buns, these Crispy Fried Chicken Burgers are big on flavor and insanely delicious. Ultimate dinner for fried chicken lovers! What makes these Chicken so flavorful? Buttermilk is the not-so-secret key ingredient in this recipe. The chicken breast fillets are marinated in a spicy buttermilk mixture, drenched in seasoned flour and deep-fried resulting in crispy, tender and juicy chicke

Skip to Recipe When it comes to summer produce, there’s a lot to be excited about—red wedges of watermelon, sweet shiny cherries, and luscious juicy peaches. Whether sweet or savory, there are plenty of ways to incorporate this summer stone fruit into recipes. This Peach Crostini with Ricotta and Crispy Prosciutto is perfect in all its simplicity and embodies summer in every bite. Crunchy toasted pieces of bread, layered with rich creamy ricotta, topped with peaches and crispy prosciutto, and finished off with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze! With such a delightful combination of flavors and textures, these are perfect for an easy, quick appetizer. Prosciutto and peaches are an unlikely match made in heaven. And, things get even more interesting when we cook the prosciutto in a hot skillet that enhances its saltiness and makes it crunchy. What is Crostini? Crostini means “little crusts” in Itali

Skip to Recipe Tomato season is in full swing, which means we cannot get enough of the luscious juicy tomatoes that have made their way to the farmers' markets, grocery aisles, and even our backyard gardens. If you are looking for ways to put all of that sweet summer bounty to good use, then look no further. Caprese Salad or Insalata Caprese is one of those classic Italian recipes that let the pristine flavors of summer tomatoes shine. These skewers have everything you love about a traditional Caprese Salad but transformed into an easy appetizer ready to take on the go. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy balls of mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves, all threaded onto skewers and drizzled with a balsamic glaze for a simple yet impressive appetizer. With the perfect balance of flavors and textures, these Caprese Skewers truly capture the essence of summer. Here are some of the other Recipes that you can make this Summer:

Skip to Recipe Weekend getaways, dinners cooked outside, and drinks on the deck. Yes, that’s what summer is all about! With summer slowly approaching, I want to share a recipe that has everything you need to make your next summer cookout unforgettable. Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean, these Chicken Kebabs are irresistibly juicy and packed with vibrant and bold flavors in every bite. Succulent, spicy marinated chicken pieces and colorful veggies are threaded onto the skewers and grilled to perfection. You will be making these all summer long. One of the best things about these chicken kebabs is just how versatile they are. They can be enjoyed straight off the skewers dunked in a tzatziki sauce, stuffed in pitas, or alongside a bowl of mixed salad. However, I highly recommend serving them over a bed of Turmeric Rice for a complete meal. Mildly spiced and aromatic, this one-pot rice comes together in 30 minutes and p

Skip to Recipe Summer is finally making its way, which means it is time for backyard BBQs, summer potlucks, and cookouts with family and friends. Celebrate the season of al-fresco dining with a recipe that everyone will love! Black Bean & Corn Salsa, also known as Cowboy Caviar or Texas Caviar is a mash-up between a salad and a dip. Black beans, crunchy bell peppers, corn, red onion, avocado, and fresh cilantro are all tossed together in a zesty homemade dressing! With its crunchy textures and bright fiesta flavors, this is not only delicious but can also be whipped up in no time! Just chop all the veggies, dump in your black beans and corn, and your salsa is practically made – no special skills required! It is fresh, savory, healthy and so addicting. Beans are a great source of protein and all those fresh vegetables are full of vitamins and nutrients. Delicious Ways to Enjoy This Salsa Scoop this up

Skip to Recipe We are gearing towards September, and the days are getting shorter. Like all good things, summer is coming to an end and I am trying to savor the last few weeks before fall begins to loom. Ever since I tried these Thai-inspired Chicken Skewers, I have wanted to share the recipe on my blog, and finally, it is here! These Thai Chicken Satay Skewers are bursting with fresh, delicious, and summery flavors! Succulent, spicy marinated chicken pieces are loaded onto the skewers and grilled to perfection, and served alongside an addictive peanut sauce. Each bite of these grilled chicken skewers is like taking a bite of heaven! Though this recipe is perfect for outdoor summer BBQ parties or gatherings, it can also be devoured year-round even when it is not grilling season. Although the chicken skewers are flavorful all by themselves, they become even more delicious when dunked into the rich and creamy peanut s

Skip to Recipe Having grown up in a tropical country, summers have always been associated with juicy mangoes and all the mango-lovers here will vouch that the taste is unparalleled! Since the mango season is short-lived, I love to integrate them into as many recipes as possible from Fresh Mango Salsa to Mango Strawberry Popsicles. This Coconut Mango Chia Seed Pudding is a nourishing and satisfying breakfast that comes together in no time and is exactly what you would want to wake up to all summer long. Chia seeds are combined with coconut milk to create a luscious pudding and topped with sweet pureed mango. Creamy, delicious, and bursting with bright tropical flavors, this Pudding is also naturally vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. If you’re fond of Chia pudding, you can also try my popular Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding Why You Will Love this Recipe

Skip to Recipe No-cook summer meals can be a lifesaver, especially when the sun is blazing in through your windows, and all you want to do is sit and relax without breaking a sweat in the kitchen. For those sticky, sweaty, sweltering days, recipes like this Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad come to our rescue. Easy, light, and refreshing- this salad is an ode to all things summer. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, homemade pesto, and pasta are all tossed together to make this colorful and vibrant salad. Though the ingredients are simple, the flavors are incredible. We love this so much that it shows up at our dinner table a few times during the summer months. Why You will love this Salad? This salad is a no fuss recipe that calls for only a handful of ingredients, comes together in less than 20 minutes and with very little effort. Whether you're looking for a quick healthy lunch, or you are making this for a potl

Skip to Recipe Summer has officially begun, which means it's time to kick back and relax outdoors with friends and good food. I like to entertain friends at home and want it to be a place where everyone feels welcome and well attended to. Even though I love to flood the table with food that takes me hours to prepare, at times I have to keep reminding myself that it is not always the food, but the good company and the time spent that make the best memories. If you want to spend the maximum time outdoors enjoying the beautiful weather while entertaining friends, burgers are a great casual yet delicious meal. Though the thought of making them at home can seem daunting, take the time to craft your own and that extra effort will be worth it. Tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, this Classic Cheeseburger is perfect for your next summer backyard BBQ party or gathering and is guaranteed to please everyone! You do not re