Seasonal Recipes
Search by ingredient or title, then cook what is in season. Some posts include multiple recipes designed to be made together.
August 18, 2026
Watermelon Cucumber Jalapeño Salad
Cubed watermelon, crunchy cucumber, and a little jalapeño with lime, basil, and sea salt — from Yay! For Food. Six ingredients, no cooking.
August 14, 2026
Watermelon Salad with Feta, Cucumber, and Mint
Sweet watermelon, cool cucumber, salty feta, and a honey-lime dressing — from The Mediterranean Dish. Fifteen minutes, no cooking.
August 12, 2026
Pitaya Cucumber Salad
A crunchy, refreshing side of sliced dragon fruit and cucumber in a sesame-soy dressing — from Tropical Acai. Chill, then serve.
July 21, 2026
Cucumber and Melon Salad with Basil
Cool cucumber and sweet cantaloupe with a lime–agave dressing and torn basil—a hydrating no-cook side for hot summer days.
June 16, 2026
Agua de Pepino (Cucumber Lime Cooler)
Blend cucumbers with water, lime, and a touch of sugar for a bright, hydrating agua fresca—perfect on a hot day. Adapted from Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack at Muy Bueno.
May 26, 2026
Strawberry Cucumber Salad
A bright, refreshing salad with strawberries, cucumber, avocado, feta, mint, and a lightly sweet-tart vinaigrette.
May 8, 2026
Simple Tomato Cucumber Salad
Tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta over peppery arugula with lemon-pickled red onion and a quick lemon–oregano vinaigrette—Greek-salad vibes in about fifteen minutes.
April 22, 2026
Little Gem Salad
Little gem lettuce with creamy balsamic vinaigrette, winter citrus, Persian cucumbers, and savory granola—a bright side salad worth sitting down to.