Easy Summer Recipes with Organic Spices & Seasonings
Summer gatherings tend to center around simple food made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whether it’s an easy dinner on the patio, a weekend cookout, or sharing dishes at a neighborhood potluck, summer recipes are best when they’re uncomplicated and full of flavor.
Organic herbs, spices, and seasonings make it easy to bring balance and depth to summertime dishes without overthinking the menu. For example, a little sprinkle of cinnamon or dash of vanilla in fresh fruit, a shake of smoky seasoning blends on the grill, or a spoonful of dill blends in a quick dip can elevate easy recipes and make everyday fare more memorable.
From grilled mains and crisp salads to refreshing drinks and simple desserts, Simply Organic® ingredients and recipes are made for relaxed summer entertaining and easy weeknight meals alike.
Make every summer recipe simple and flavorful with organic ingredients you can trust.
Easy Main Dishes for Summer Parties
Grilled dishes, vibrant salads, and flavorful sauces make outdoor meals easy while still feeling special.
Grilled Steak Panzanella Salad
This hearty summer salad combines grilled steak – perfectly seasoned with Simply Organic® Simply Organic® Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, and Smoked Paprika – juicy tomatoes, toasted bread, and fresh vegetables for a colorful dish packed with texture and flavor.
Full Recipe: Steak Panzanella Salad
Hawaiian-Style BBQ Chicken
Sweet, smoky, and perfect for the grill, this barbecue chicken recipe brings tropical-inspired flavor to any summer cookout. In this recipe, the star of the show is the Madagascar Vanilla Barbeque Sauce, featuring Simply Organic® Pure Madagascar Vanilla Extract.
Full Recipe: Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Crowd-Pleasing Side Dishes
Crisp vegetables, seasonal fruit, and bright herbs create easy additions that pair beautifully with grilled mains and picnic favorites.
Mediterranean Style Cucumber Salad
Refreshing, crunchy and flavorful, this easy Mediterranean salad is packed with tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, feta cheese, and a simple lemon and olive oil dressing seasoned with Simply Organic® Garlic Powder, Black Pepper and Oregano.
Full Recipe: Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
Vanilla Fruit Salad
This Vanilla Fruit Salad is a quick and delicious recipe that the whole family will love. Simply Organic® Pure Vanilla Extract elevates your favorite fruits to a new level. Plus, there’s no sugar added, and this recipe is allergen friendly – vegan, gluten free, and nut free.
Full Recipe: Fruit Salad
Appetizers & Party Snacks
No summer gathering is complete without easy snacks and shareable appetizers. Fresh dips, salsas, and quick-prep recipes help guests snack while meals come together.
Peach Salsa
This peach salsa goes great with grilled chicken or fish, and is delicious on its own with tortilla chips. Bright and flavorful, it comes together in 15 minutes, and can be adjusted for any heat level preference. Bright Simply Organic® Cilantro, zesty Chili Powder, and savory Garlic Powder make the perfect trio of spices for a refreshing summertime snack.
Full Recipe: Peach Salsa
Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
Bright, tangy, and herb-packed, this chicken salad gets a briny punch from plenty of dill pickles and Simply Organic® Dill Weed. It is a quick and easy dish to whip up with rotisserie chicken. It’s great in wraps, sandwiches, and for eating with sliced vegetables and crackers.
Full Recipe: Dill Chicken Salad
Easy Summer Desserts
Seasonal berries, chocolate treats, and frozen sweets are perfect for cooling off the warm evenings and outdoor celebrations.
S'mores Cookie Bars
No campfire needed for these gooey, chocolatey-delicious s’mores cookie bars! These start with a soft chocolate chip cookie in bar form, then add plenty of mini marshmallows and graham crackers for the ultimate summer make-ahead treat. This recipe features the rich flavors of Simply Organic® Pure Madagascar Vanilla Extract and Ceylon Cinnamon to add the perfect touch to this baked summer bar.
Full Recipe: S'mores Cookie Bars
No-Churn Mixed Berry Sorbet
This no-churn sorbet recipe features a colorful blend of juicy berries sweetened with honey and richened with our Pure Madagascar Vanilla Extract. Ready to enjoy as a soft-serve or smoothie bowl in 5 minutes, you’ll also love this frozen to perfection as a cooling and natural gluten- and dairy-free summer treat.
Full Recipe: Berry Sorbet
Refreshing Summer Drinks
Fruity cocktails, iced coffee drinks, and refreshing mocktails add a fun finishing touch to summer entertaining.
Cherry Margarita
This cherry margarita recipe brings together sweet cherries, tart lime, and a splash of Simply Organic® Vanilla Flavoring made from real vanilla beans for a refreshing margarita that’s summery and beautiful.
Full Recipe: Cherry Margarita
Blueberry Iced Latte
An easy, homemade vanilla blueberry syrup is the perfect fruity add-in for a light and refreshing spring/summer iced latte! It’s a delicious twist on your classic morning brew, great for a warm morning or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Full Recipe: Blueberry Iced Latte
Great recipes start with organic ingredients – and it’s those simple, high-quality foundations that make every dish stand out.
Organic spices and seasonings make it easy to build flavorful menus for any type of summer celebration. With just a few pantry staples from Simply Organic®, you can elevate everything from main dishes to sides, dips, and desserts.
