Last of Summer Produce Recipes! | Zardyplants


Hey, Reader!

How is it almost the middle of August?

There's giant Halloween statues at the hardware stores and people are getting ready for pumpkin spice everything. It's starting to get darker earlier and soon we'll have to start taking Luna out on afternoon walks instead on evening ones. This summer just went by so fast.

Before everything goes out of season, there's one last chance to enjoy some summer recipes. And personally we are just LOVING the summer fruit right now. So hurry and grab your supplies before they're gone!

Vegan Summer Recipes to Try Before it's Fall

Peach Chia Pudding

Peach Chia Pudding is a fun summertime treat! With juicy fresh peaches, this fruity pudding is great as a healthy breakfast or snack. Just blend up the ingredients and then add the mix and chia seeds into a jar and you're good to go.

Vegan Corn Chowder

This Vegan Instant Pot Corn Chowder is simple, healthy, and utterly divine. Make from frozen or fresh corn, this delicious, hearty meal is great for meal prep and makes for an easy, nourishing meal. Stovetop instructions also provided.

Zucchini Risotto

Creamy Zucchini Risotto is super flavorful and easy to make. This easy entrée or side is loaded with fresh vegetables and beautiful flavor.

Caramelized Peaches

Caramelized Peaches are an easy way to turn summer peaches into a sweet treat. So gooey and sugary, they make for the perfect topping for a delicious dessert or breakfast recipe. Try them with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream!

Orzo Pesto Salad

Bright, flavorful, and easy to make, this Orzo Pesto Salad is a delicious and quick entree or side. Made with fresh and simple ingredients and lots of flavor, this versatile dish will be enjoyed by everyone.

Pasta with Zucchini and Mushrooms

Pasta with Zucchini and Mushrooms is a fun way to have an easy 30 minute dinner with lots of veggies. Just make our rich and flavorful cashew sauce in a blender, boil some pasta, and cook your vegetables in a large skillet. Combine everything and then you have the perfect meal for the whole family to enjoy anytime!

Vegan Watermelon Feta Salad

Vegan Watermelon Feta Salad is incredibly refreshing, light, and super easy to throw together in less than 15 minutes. Use my easy Vegan Feta Cheese or store-bought vegan feta for a delicious summer salad that’s perfect for sharing.

Peach Mug Cake

This Peach Mug Cake is a super easy dessert to have in the summer! Just mix your cake batter in a mug and then gentle add some juicy peaches. This is a must try during peach season!

Vegan Stuffed Zucchini

Vegan Stuffed Zucchini is a delicious entree that uses hollowed out fresh zucchini as a boat for an incredible filling. Our vegan zucchini boats are filled with tender soy curl morsels and can be flavored either as vegan beef or vegan sausage. Plus it's ready in just 35 minutes. So grab a spoon and start carving your zucchini!

Vegan Ricotta Pasta

This creamy and refreshing Vegan Ricotta Pasta topped with sweet grape or cherry tomatoes is not only insanely easy to make, but delicious and will please the whole family. Delicious cold or warm, this pasta is great for potlucks or leftovers and even great for picky eaters! Boost the flavors with lemon and freshly cracked black pepper if desired.

Melon Salad

Melon Salad is a fruit salad that is perfect for a hot summer day. Using a melon baller, scoop from three sweet melons to make little spheres that are fun-sized bites. With a sweet and citrusy light dressing and fresh mint leaves, this refreshing salad will be favorite chilled delight for lunch, dinner, or dessert.

Vegan Zucchini Soup

This bright and creamy Vegan Zucchini Soup is thick, healthy, and completely delicious. This soup comes together in less than 30 minutes and is the perfect easy meal or side.

Vegan Elote

Fresh, zesty, and delicious, this easy Vegan Elote is the perfect food to serve at a BBQ, potluck or side on your dinner table. You don’t need a grill or much time at all to make this delicious side dish that will have your guests or family members raving and begging for more.

That's all for now. Prepare yourself for the Pumpkin Spicing...

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