summer Recipes
82 delicious summer recipes from around the world
Humita en Chala
Humita en Chala are traditional Argentine corn tamales, featuring a sweet, creamy fresh corn purée encased in its own husks. This dish is a quintessential taste of Argentine summer.
Lulada
Lulada is a tart, refreshing, and vibrant fruit drink, a specialty from the Valle del Cauca region of Colombia. It features the unique lulo fruit, known for its citrusy and tropical notes, blended with sugar and water, and served over ice for ultimate refreshment.
Maine Lobster Roll
A classic Maine summer delight featuring succulent lobster meat lightly dressed and served in a perfectly toasted, buttered split-top bun.
New England Clambake
A quintessential New England feast, this clambake features an array of fresh seafood and vegetables steamed to perfection with aromatic seaweed, traditionally prepared on a beach but adaptable for home kitchens.
Solterito Arequipeño
A vibrant and refreshing bean salad from Arequipa, Peru, featuring tender fava beans, sweet corn, salty queso fresco, briny olives, and a kick from rocoto pepper and red onion. It's a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for a light meal or a side dish.
Braaied Fish (South African Grilled Fish)
A classic South African dish featuring a whole fish, butterflied and grilled over an open flame (braai). This recipe enhances the natural flavor of the fish with a simple lemon-butter baste and fresh herbs.
Ful bi Zeit (Egyptian Fava Beans with Olive Oil and Lemon)
A refreshing and simple Egyptian cold fava bean salad, perfect for a light summer meal. It features tender fava beans dressed in a zesty lemon and olive oil mixture, infused with garlic and cumin.
Classic Australian Pavlova
A beloved Australian icon, this pavlova features a crisp, golden meringue shell with a delightfully soft, marshmallow-like center. It's generously topped with whipped cream and a vibrant medley of fresh fruits, making it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration.
Classic Australian Prawns on the Barbie
A quintessential Australian summer dish, these simple yet incredibly flavorful prawns are grilled to perfection on the barbecue, showcasing their natural sweetness with a hint of garlic butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Yabbies with Garlic Butter
A quintessential Australian summer tradition, these freshwater crayfish are a delicious treat, often caught from local dams and creeks. This recipe focuses on preparing them simply with a rich garlic butter sauce.