Summer recipes

Crunchy, refreshing and tasty. A great side dish with any barbecued meat.

Quick, easy and refreshing. This delicious salad can also be served as a main course.

Strawberry and rhubarb are a great pair. I remember my Mom making this juicy, sweet and tangy flakey strawberry rhubarb pie; and every year when the strawberry season comes we revisit fond memories. :)

Sweet grilled corn and cherry tomato salsa. A quick and easy side that highlights the end of summer corn and cherry tomatoes from the garden.

A big summer fruit salad tastes even better with the tropical taste of this light bread. Slices are irresistible with nutted cream cheese or chicken salad.

A definite summer salad. The honey glazed pecans, goat cheese and balsamic dressing really bring layers of flavors, and all the ingredients are a delicious combination. The dressing and honey pecans both can be made a day ahead.

Juicy and sweet watermelon cubes are tossed with fresh mint leaves, feta cheese and a light yet tasty citrus dressing made with orange juice, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a bit shallots. Use any kind of your favorite greens as a base. A great summer salad.

I made extra cracker crumbs and mixed them with some of the cheese to sprinkle over the top. A very rich but delicious casserole. Thanks for sharing.

Grilled or broiled asparagus are tender, crispy and full of flavor, drizzling some freshly homemade dressing, along with some these meaty and succulent grilled mushrooms, another excellent side-dish with barbecued meats. Simply delicious!

This colorful yet flavorful salad is made with assorted vegetables and cooked rice, tossed with a light and tasty soy-maple dressing. It's a refreshing summer salad that can be served with any BBQ. Make it a day ahead, put in the frige, it tastes even better next day.

With a fresh berry filling accented with a hint of lemon, this crunchy-topped pie satifies lovers of both pies and fruit crisps.

Sweet roasted beets along with tender greens, goat cheese for balance and honey roasted walnuts for some earthy crunch. The combination of the flavours = YUM

Fresh bruschetta is juicy and flavorful, mozzarella cheese adds the extra layer of cheesiness, and the combination is filled into grilled portobello mushrooms. You may need extra napkin to catch up all these juicy and yummy drippings!

Sweet and sour rhubarb-pomegranate filling is topped with a buttery and flakey pastry. Serve the baked warm and juicy cobbler with some cream, delicious.