31 Seasonal Recipes to Cook in August

31 seasonal recipes to cook in August! These healthy summer recipes use up fresh produce like tomatoes, peaches, sweet corn, and zucchini. You’ll find fresh salads, flavorful dinners, and plenty of sweet treats to keep you satisfied all month long. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weekday meal prep!

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Happy August! I’m actually wondering how it’s August already, but here we are.

You know what time it is — time to stock up on all of the delicious produce that the rest of summer has to offer and get some delicious recipes on your table.

What’s in season in August?

Peach and tomato season are in full force, and I couldn’t be more excited. You know I’ve got you covered on sneaking zucchini into pretty much any recipe you can think of. Be sure to stock up on:

Beets
Bell pepper
Blackberries
Cherries
Corn
Figs
Mushrooms
Peaches
Tomatoes
Watermelon
Zucchini

P.S. did you know we have dedicated ingredient pages? YES! Click any of the produce names above to see all of those recipes, or head to our Recipe Index to filter by even more.

Scroll through and try something new this month with all of the seasonal produce! These delicious salads, bright and flavorful dinners and wonderful baked goods are perfect for enjoying outdoors or meal prepping for busy weeks.

If you make any of these seasonal recipes, be sure to leave a comment to let me know how you liked it, or snap a pic and tag #ambitiouskitchen on Instagram. Enjoy, xo!

Breakfast

High Protein Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Jars

Tomato Basil Tortilla Quiche

Ridiculously Good Wild Blueberry Muffin Smoothie

Healthy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins (gluten free!)

Pretty in Pink Peach Smoothie

Coconut Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie (with sneaky veggies)

Cottage Cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancakes

Lunch

Peach Brussels Sprouts Crunch Salad with Creamy Tahini Poppy Seed Dressing

Sesame Edamame Salad with Cilantro and Toasted Almonds

Southwest Chicken Corn Chowder

Pasta Pomodoro

Avocado Peach Tomato Salad with Dilly Tahini Dressing

Sesame Roasted Vegetables and Chickpeas with Garlic Tahini Yogurt Sauce

Apps & Sides

Layered Mediterranean Dip

Parmesan Tomato Zucchini Tart

Burst Cherry Tomato & Pepperoni White Bean Bake

Whipped Feta Bruschetta Dip

Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad

Dinner

Zucchini & Sausage Baked Orzo with Hot Honey & Feta

Grilled Peanut Chicken Bowls

Creamy Sweet Corn & Brown Butter Ricotta Pasta

Chipotle Lime Salmon Tacos

Burst Cherry Tomato Basil Chicken Rigatoni

Sheet Pan Zucchini Chicken Meatballs with Coconut Curry Sauce

Summer Treats

Blueberry Crisp with Almond Butter Crumble

Frozen Cherry Margarita

S’mores Peanut Butter Cookie Skillet (or bars!)

White Chocolate Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

Tart Cherry Pie Bars with Oatmeal Crumble (vegan + gluten free)

Chocolate Zucchini Cake (healthy + gluten free)

Paleo Zucchini Banana Bread Bars

If you make any of these seasonal recipes be sure to leave a comment to let me know how you liked it, or snap a pic and tag #ambitiouskitchen on Instagram. Enjoy, xo!