Hi friends,

Have you ever gone to the farmers market for one thing... and somehow left with tomatoes, peaches, corn, berries, basil, zucchini, and absolutely zero regrets?

Same.

July is hands down one of my favorite months to cook (and to eat!). The produce is doing all the heavy lifting, and it doesn't take much to turn a market haul into something that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen.

🛒 This Month I'm Bringing Home

🍅 Heirloom tomatoes
🌽 Sweet corn
🫐 Summer berries
🍑 Peaches, cherries & apricots
🥒 Summer squash & zucchini
🫑 Bell peppers
🌿 Fresh basil & mint

🍅 Couldn't leave without those gorgeous tomatoes?

Bruschetta Dip with Whipped Feta — Juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil are spooned over creamy whipped feta for an appetizer that's guaranteed to disappear before dinner even starts.

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Still have tomatoes left?

• ​Gourmet Burrata Caprese Salad
• ​Antipasto Pasta Salad with Smoked Mozzarella​
• ​Italian Spinach & Arugula Salad with Tomato, Avocado, & Artichoke​

🌽 Sweet corn at its peak?

Fresh Mango Corn Salsa — Sweet corn, juicy mango, crisp peppers, and fresh herbs come together in a colorful salsa that's just as good with tortilla chips as it is spooned over grilled chicken or fish.

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Also worth making...

• ​Charred Corn Salad with Smoky Lime Vinaigrette​
• ​Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder​

🫐 Berry season is here my friends...

Northwest Summer Berry Salad — Four kinds of fresh summer berries, mixed greens, and hazelnuts tossed with a simple vinaigrette. Light, colorful, and perfect for a hot day.

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If you brought home extra berries...

• ​Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Pecans​
• ​Grilled Chicken with Blueberry Barbecue Sauce​
• ​Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Balsamic Sauce​

🥒 Zucchini season in full swing?

Italian-Style Roasted Vegetables — Baby potatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes are roasted until beautifully caramelized with Italian herbs. It's an easy side dish that works with everything from grilled meats to pesto salmon.

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A few more ideas featuring zucchini...

• ​Grilled Summer Squash & Zucchini with Lemon Basil Drizzle​
• ​Grilled Shrimp & Chicken Skewers with Lime Cilantro Marinade​

🍑 Couldn't resist those peaches?

Burrata Bruschetta with Peaches & Tomatoes — Juicy peaches (or nectarines), ripe tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fresh basil come together in a summer appetizer that's almost too pretty to eat.

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More stone fruit favorites:

• ​Goat Cheese Crostini with Rainier Cherries​
• ​Prosciutto-Wrapped Apricots with Honey & Brie​

👩‍🍳 One Last Thing...

If you spot heirloom tomatoes at the market this week, grab a few extra.

Between pasta salads, Caprese, bruschetta, and simple tomato salads, they never seem to last very long around my house.

Happy market shopping—and even happier cooking! 😎

P.S. If you try any of these recipes, I’d love to know what you think! Leave a comment and rating on the blog—your feedback means so much to me and helps others discover new favorites too. 😊

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