19 fresh summer veggie dishes you haven’t made yet

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Craving a burst of fresh flavor? These 19 delicious recipes will showcase the best of summer’s bounty. From juicy tomatoes and sweet corn to vibrant peppers, there’s a dish for every taste.

Bowl of zucchini chips with parsley in front of two bowls of dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Zucchini & Summer Squash Casserole

Zucchini and summer squash alternated in a dish topped with breadcrumbs.
Zucchini & Summer Squash Casserole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Zucchini and Squash Casserole is a simple 5-ingredient recipe. Alternating green zucchini and yellow squash make it visually appealing and delicious, perfect for summer.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini & Summer Squash Casserole

Pickled Green Beans

Holding a jar of pickled green beans with garlic and dill.
Pickled Green Beans. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These pickled green beans with dill are a tasty way to enjoy fresh green beans. They are quick to prepare and make the most of your late summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Green Beans

Amish Broccoli Salad with Cauliflower

Amish broccoli salad with broccoli, cauliflower, cheese and bacon.
Amish Broccoli Salad with Cauliflower. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

In this Amish Broccoli Salad, raw broccoli and cauliflower are coated with a creamy dressing. Topped with cheese and bacon, it’s a delicious way to make the most of late summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Amish Broccoli Salad with Cauliflower

Air Fryer Corn Ribs

Corn ribs with fresh herbs being dipped into a creamy sauce.
Air Fryer Corn Ribs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer corn ribs make eating corn fun and perfect for dipping into your favorite sauce. Fresh corn is sliced, coated with butter and spices, then air fried for a trendy twist using late summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Corn Ribs

Mexican Street Corn Soup

Street corn soup with potatoes, corn and red pepper in the crock pot with a spoon on the side.
Mexican Street Corn Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Soup brings the irresistible flavors of elote to your bowl. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker for a hearty meal featuring fresh summer corn.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Soup

Air Fryer Broccoli

Closeup of air fryer broccoli topped with sesame seeds.
Air Fryer Broccoli. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy air fryer broccoli is tender and flavorful. Quick and ready in less than 10 minutes, it’s a healthy way to enjoy late summer broccoli.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Broccoli

Sauteed Green Beans with Coconut

Green beans in a white bowl on a table.
Sauteed Green Beans with Coconut. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Spice up fresh green beans with this simple recipe for Sauteed Green Beans with Coconut. The addition of coconut and Indian spices makes it a quick side dish that highlights late summer green beans.
Get the Recipe: Sauteed Green Beans with Coconut

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Bowl of zucchini chips with parsley in front of two bowls of dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer zucchini chips are an easy-to-make snack. Zucchini is coated with panko or pork rinds and parmesan for a crispy treat, making the most of late summer zucchini.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Zucchini Pickles

Mason jar of zucchini pickles with the top off to show the zucchini.
Zucchini Pickles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These quick zucchini pickles are simple to make. Sliced zucchini is pickled with dill and spices for a refrigerator pickle ready in just 10 minutes, making the most of late summer zucchini.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Pickles

Air Fryer Snap Peas

Holding an air fryer snap pea on a fork, after cooking and coating with sesame seeds.
Air Fryer Snap Peas. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer snap peas are a quick, easy, and healthy side dish. The snap peas come out crunchy and tender, highlighting the fresh taste of late summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Snap Peas

Broccoli Crunch Salad

A close shot of a fork full of broccoli salad.
Broccoli Crunch Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy broccoli crunch salad is perfect for summer picnics. Crisp raw broccoli is combined with dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and bacon, making it a great way to use late summer veggies.
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Crunch Salad

Air Fryer Green Beans

Closeup of air fryer green beans on a plate with a blue rim.
Air Fryer Green Beans. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This simple side dish recipe makes air fryer green beans in about 10 minutes. Quick and easy, these garlicky beans are a great way to enjoy late summer veggies.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Green Beans

Air Fryer Okra

Fried okra pieces are arranged in a single layer on a rectangular black air fryer tray.
Air Fryer Okra. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Crispy on the outside and ready in minutes, air fryer okra is a healthy, tasty side dish. This guide includes tips for perfectly cooked okra, making the most of late summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Okra

Raw Beet Salad with Apples and Carrots

Grated beets, apples and carrots on a spoon.
Raw Beet Salad with Apples and Carrots. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Raw Beet Salad with apples and carrots is a vegan side dish that’s simple to make. It’s a sweet and colorful way to enjoy late summer beets along with early fall apples.
Get the Recipe: Raw Beet Salad with Apples and Carrots

Pickled Green Tomatoes

Jar of pickled green cherry tomatoes on a wooden cutting board.
Pickled Green Tomatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These spicy Pickled Green Tomatoes are a quick and easy way to use up green cherry tomatoes. They make a tasty refrigerator pickle that highlights the flavors of late summer veggies.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Green Tomatoes

Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini fritter getting dipped into sauce.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make zucchini fritters in the air fryer! Grate a few zucchinis, mix in some simple ingredients, and air fry for a comforting snack using fresh late summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters

Chile Relleno Casserole

Casserole dish with chile relleno casserole topped with sliced jalapenos.
Chile Relleno Casserole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy chile relleno casserole is made with fresh chile peppers for authentic Mexican flavor. Layers of chiles and gooey cheese make it a delicious way to use late summer peppers.
Get the Recipe: Chile Relleno Casserole

Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes

Caprese salad with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese topped with basil.
Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make a delicious caprese salad with cherry tomatoes! This classic Italian dish combines juicy tomatoes with creamy mozzarella, making it a perfect side dish that celebrates summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted Peppers in Air Fryer

Roasted hatch chile peppers on a tray.
Roasted Peppers in Air Fryer. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Roast fresh peppers in the air fryer for a quick and easy side dish. This method enhances the natural flavors of late summer peppers like jalapenos and hatch chiles.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Peppers in Air Fryer

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