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What Great Grandma Ate / Recipes / Summer

Summer

Embrace the flavors of the season with these summer recipes, perfect for warm-weather meals and outdoor gatherings. From fresh salads and vibrant veggie dishes to refreshing drinks and light desserts, these recipes are made to celebrate all the best summer ingredients.

Whether you're grilling on the patio or enjoying a picnic, these summer dishes offer delicious, easy options for any occasion.

Popular Recipes

  • Best Ever S'Mores Cookies
  • Easy 20-Minute Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
  • Strawberry Icebox Cake (5 Ingredients!)
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Bang Bang Chicken Salad (Spicy, Crunchy & Easy!)

Last Updated on May 5, 2025 by Jean Choi 4 Comments

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Crispy Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons

Last Updated on April 22, 2025 by Jean Choi 2 Comments

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Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (Better Than Starbucks!)

Last Updated on April 17, 2025 by Jean Choi Leave a Comment

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A vibrant crispy rice salad in a white bowl featuring shredded red and green cabbage, cucumber slices, red bell pepper, and crispy rice crumbles, topped with sesame seeds. A gold fork lies on the side. A jar of sesame seeds and a cut limes are nearby.

Crispy Rice Salad with Peanut Sesame Dressing (Nam Khao-Inspired)

Last Updated on May 5, 2025 by Jean Choi 16 Comments

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A bowl of Caesar salad with crisp romaine lettuce, grated cheese, pepper, and dressing. A fork rests along the edge of the white bowl.

5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Salad Recipe

Last Updated on March 31, 2025 by Jean Choi 2 Comments

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Crispy Gochujang Chicken Wings Recipe

Last Updated on February 3, 2025 by Jean Choi 6 Comments

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Easy Gluten Free Scallion Pancakes Recipe

Last Updated on January 23, 2025 by Jean Choi Leave a Comment

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Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon Recipe (20 Minutes)

Last Updated on August 27, 2024 by Jean Choi 4 Comments

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Easy Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken Recipe (with Crispy Skin)

Last Updated on August 20, 2024 by Jean Choi 10 Comments

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The Best Strawberry Hand Pies Recipe (Gluten Free!)

Last Updated on July 29, 2024 by Jean Choi 1 Comment

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Easy Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad Recipe

Last Updated on July 15, 2024 by Jean Choi 6 Comments

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Best Ever S’Mores Cookies Recipe (Gluten Free Option)

Last Updated on July 1, 2024 by Jean Choi 2 Comments

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Easy 20-Minute Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe

Last Updated on June 27, 2024 by Jean Choi 1 Comment

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Easy Creamy Shrimp Dip Recipe (Serve Hot or Cold!)

Last Updated on June 21, 2024 by Jean Choi 1 Comment

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The Best Gluten Free Lemon Bars Recipe (Paleo)

Last Updated on June 21, 2024 by Jean Choi 2 Comments

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The Best Frozen Watermelon Margarita (Easy Recipe!)

Last Updated on June 21, 2024 by Jean Choi Leave a Comment

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Easy One Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Last Updated on June 21, 2024 by Meghan

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Date-Sweetened Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream (Vegan)

Last Updated on May 23, 2024 by Jean Choi 5 Comments

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Hi, I’m Jean!

headshot of Jean Choi - blogger of What Great Grandma Ate

I’m a food lover and recipe developer living in Southern California. I love to share simple and approachable gluten-free recipes that are healthy but never sacrifice on flavor. I hope I can help you feel confident in the kitchen and inspire you to try out some new-to-you dishes!

More About Jean

Recipe Key

  • 3030 Min or Less
  • AIPAIP
  • EFEgg Free
  • LCLow Carb
  • NFNut Free
  • PPaleo
  • VVegan
  • W3Whole 30

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