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! 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

Summer Garden Crustless Zucchini Pie

Healthy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins (gluten free!)

Pretty in Pink Peach Smoothie

Healthy Zucchini Bread

Coconut Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie (with sneaky veggies)

Savory Chicken Sausage, Egg and Cheese Muffins (keto + low carb)

Cottage Cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancakes

Lunch

Peach Brussels Sprouts Crunch Salad with Creamy Tahini Poppy Seed Dressing

Creamy Vegan Corn Chowder

Pasta Pomodoro

Sesame Roasted Vegetables and Chickpeas with Garlic Tahini Yogurt Sauce

Summer Peach Spinach Salad with Avocado, Toasted Almonds + Goat Cheese

Apps & Sides

Tony’s Ridiculously Easy Homemade Salsa

Burst Cherry Tomato & Pepperoni White Bean Bake

Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado, Goat Cheese & Hot Honey Vinaigrette

Whipped Feta Bruschetta Dip

Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad

How to Grill Fruit (2 different ways!)

Dinner

Creamy Sweet Corn & Brown Butter Ricotta Pasta

Grilled Turmeric Lime Chicken Bowls

Chipotle Lime Salmon Tacos

Burst Cherry Tomato Basil Chicken Rigatoni

Greek Chicken Kabobs

Sheet Pan Zucchini Chicken Meatballs with Coconut Curry Sauce

Summer Treats

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

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

Sweet and Salty Chocolate Tahini Rice Krispie Treats

Fresh Cherry Crisp with Almond Oatmeal Crumble

Chocolate Zucchini Cake (healthy + gluten free)

Jalapeño Watermelon Margaritas

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!