Fresh Magazine | Ready for Summer | May June 2026

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Cheeseburger Sliders with Onions

These crave-worthy sliders are grilled with sliced onions, then topped with melty American cheese, pickle chips and ketchup for a classic mix of flavors and textures that’s perfect for summer cookouts or game-day tailgates.

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Black Bean Salad

This hearty bean salad is loaded with onion, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeños and cumin, with lime juice and red wine vinegar adding bright, tangy balance. Great as a picnic side or light lunch.

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Bloody Mary Panzanella

This picnic- and cookout-friendly dish translates the flavors of the beloved cocktail into a summery bread salad with a savory tomato and vinegar dressing. It’s especially delicious when tomatoes are at their peak and juiciest.

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Blueberry Lemonade

Skip the store-bought carton and make your own flavored lemonade at home for a party-ready drink that can’t be beat. Sweet, tart and everything a summer sipper should be!

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Grilled Swordfish with Tomato-Olive Relish…

This simple and flavorful dish defines the essence of a great summer meal. A bright and herby tomato-olive relish provides a hit of flavor for meaty swordfish, and fluffy couscous rounds out the Mediterranean-inspired dish.

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Sparkling Melon Agua Frescas

These bubbly summer sippers are made with fresh cantaloupe and honeydew, lime juice and honey for sweet and refreshing fruity flavor that will cool you down. They’re perfect for serving at your next party, especially with frozen melon balls as an impressive garnish.

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Ginger-Peach Galette

This beautifully rustic dessert highlights the season’s bounty, with freshly grated ginger and ground turmeric adding zing and depth. Use refrigerated pie crust for ease and the ripest peaches you can find for the sweetest, most flavorful results.

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All-Purpose Summer Marinade

This versatile marinade will help you grill up delicious, flavorful meals all summer long. Soy sauce, Worcestershire, vinegar, brown sugar and spices create a savory-sweet mix that works with everything from chicken and shrimp to tofu and vegetables.

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Spicy Southwest Potato Salad

This fun twist on classic potato salad features Taste of Inspirations® Spicy Southwestern Style Dip for an easy, creamy, flavorful shortcut. Chopped bell pepper, jalapeño, green onions, corn and fresh cilantro add to the Southwestern flair of the crowd-pleasing side.

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Grilled Steak with Giardiniera

Giardiniera, the bright, tangy Italian condiment, is surprisingly easy to make and adds punchy flavor and crunch to this simple sliced steak and arugula salad, making it a staple worth keeping in your fridge.

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Strawberry-Rhubarb Icebox Cake

This beautiful no-bake dessert celebrates two stars of spring: sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb. The fruit mixture is layered with vanilla wafers and whipped cream, then chilled until the flavors and textures meld into a creamy, dreamy treat.

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Greek Pasta Salad with Shrimp

Give the classic picnic salad a delicious Mediterranean spin with creamy tzatziki, shrimp, cucumber, tomatoes, olives and feta. Garnished with a shower of fresh dill, this make-ahead salad offers a light, bright alternative to heavy, mayo-laden versions.

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Veggie Fritters with Soy Dipping Sauce

These crispy fritters are made with grated zucchini, carrot and bell pepper, but can easily be customized with whatever veggies you have on hand for a crowd-pleasing appetizer everyone will love. An easy soy dipping sauce provides the perfect savory boost.

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Chilaquiles Skillet Casserole

This delicious one-pan brunch (or dinner) delivers fast, satisfying flavor with just a handful of ingredients. Sprinkle cheese and crack eggs onto sauce-coated chips, then stick the skillet in the oven until the eggs are perfectly set.

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Creamy Chicken with Asparagus

This one-skillet chicken and asparagus dish is perfect for a light, breezy spring dinner, with lemon-peppered chicken and fresh lemon zest and juice bringing bright, fresh flavor to the sauce. Best of all, it comes together in under 30 minutes.

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Chicken and Veggie Lettuce Wraps

Marinated chicken tossed with bell pepper and green onions in a honey-soy glaze makes for a tasty filling for crisp and crunchy romaine leaves. Turn to this flavorful meal when you’re craving something lighter but still packed with satisfaction.

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Air Fried Salmon Bites with Cucumber Salad

This high-protein, Asian-inspired meal features salmon bites marinated in a soy-mayo mixture and air-fried to tender perfection. Paired with a simple cucumber salad and hearty brown rice, the satisfying, nourishing bowls will become a regular part of the weeknight rotation.

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Orzo Salad with Grilled Chicken

A crunchy cucumber and dill-flecked orzo salad is the perfect accompaniment for juicy grilled chicken in this easy weeknight recipe. Draining the orzo directly over the spinach to wilt means you can skip the sautéing altogether.