The 18 Recipes We Can’t Wait To Make This August

Breakfast Nachos

As summer vacation comes to a close, let’s make breakfast memorable while we still have lazy mornings to kick back and relax. This play on steak and eggs features tortilla chips loaded with your favorite nacho toppings, seared flat iron steak, scrambled eggs, and an herb-packed chimichurri sauce.

Watermelon Salad

Before we switch to everything pumpkin, eke out the rest of your watermelon bounty by taking it in a different direction with this vibrant, savory salad that goes with any meal, brunch through dinner. Tips from the five-star reviews include using mint or basil in place of cilantro and making sure to marinate the onions in lime juice to make them less pungent.

The Ultimate Croissant Sandwich

The easiest summer lunch can also be the most delicious—simply pick up some bakery-fresh croissants and follow this recipe. Pack your sandwiches in a picnic basket along with the watermelon salad above and bask in the sun. The bonus here is that these are easily customizable as well.

Chef John’s Gazpacho

When we asked our team of editors what they’d be making this month, we all agreed we’d be celebrating tomatoes. And what better way than in gazpacho? Some prefer the blended Spanish version, while others love that this recipe from Chef John is a mix of blended and chopped produce. Either way, this chilled, no-cook soup combines all the flavors of summer into one bountiful bowl.

Panzanella Salad

The other tomato-centric dish that we’re all rallying around is panzanella, an easy-to-make salad with fresh veggies and toasted or stale bread. While there are many seasonal versions to try, including one with grilled peaches, the simplicity of tomato, basil, mozzarella, and a few other add-ins, is a recipe for success.

Allrecipes community member Mbhalala says, “This was a very tasty and delicious way to use up a day-old baguette. It was a hit with the family! I added garbanzo beans [for] added protein and a little different taste!”

Zucchini Rollatini

One of our favorite ways to bridge the gap between summer and cozy fall meals is with dishes like this. Creator Craig Ruff describes this recipe as “ribbons of zucchini, filled with ricotta, mozzarella, and herbs, baked in marinara sauce…like lasagna roll-ups, but without the pasta.” Sounds like the best of both worlds to us.

Easy Boursin Chicken Pasta

According to the recipe intro from our gal Nicole McLaughlin, “This easy Boursin chicken pasta turns spreadable chive and shallot flavored cheese into a silky pasta sauce. With chicken, baby spinach, and grape tomatoes, you’ll have a complete dinner ready in half an hour.” Not only does this dish feature fresh produce, but it’s a cozy yet light dish perfect for any summer evening. You can bulk it up with veggies of your choice or swap the chicken for shrimp. We’ll be making this on repeat.

Greek Turkey Meatballs

Serve these light yet full-of-flavor meatballs with pita, salad, and dips like hummus and tzatziki, and dinner is served. The easy Greek-inspired meal is perfect to enjoy al fresco any night of the week.

Barbecued Pork Skewers

Keep the grill on and try out these skewers that Chef John calls “perfect for summer entertaining.” Pork shoulder in kebab form and smothered in brown sugar, spices, and barbecue sauce is the dish we’ve been waiting for. This recipe goes with anything else you’ve got going, too, from grilled veggies to rice or quinoa.

This five-star review from an Allrecipes member says it all: “I searched for ‘What can I do with pork shoulder roast that isn’t pulled pork,’ and this came up…It’s now my new favorite…Wow!”

BLT

Don’t let August pass you by without making a BLT (or 10). This classic sandwich never tastes better than it does when tomatoes are in peak season. This version is described as “nothing fancy, just delicious” and the “best go-to sandwich.” Of course, we have those “fancy” versions for you as well if you prefer.

Lemon Chicken and Rice Casserole

Looking for a comforting casserole that still feels like summer? Look no further. This easy mid-week dinner comes together in one pan in less than an hour. The whole family will love the creamy yet bright flavors.

Chinese Garlic Green Beans

Dress up your garden green beans with a savory sauce made up of garlic, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a bit of sugar. It’ll be a new go-to side dish. Take it from this review: “I am obsessed with these. I could eat them every day, but I guess I can settle for weekly for the sake of everyone else at the dinner table.”

Perfect Lobster Bisque

Lobster bisque is the perfect summer soup. Serve it with corn on the cob and the panzanella mentioned above—and there is nothing better. Reviewer Smanney agrees: “I am a lobster bisque fanatic, I eat it at every restaurant I can. This is one of the best I have ever eaten.”

The Labor Day Burger

Close out grilling season—and summer—with these aptly named burgers that pack in the flavor… literally. Top the cheese-stuffed grilled masterpieces with bacon, avocado, tomato, and whatever else you can fit, to serve a meal everyone will talk about.

One Bowl Blackberry Cobbler

Summer is the best time to highlight fresh fruit. And cobblers galore grace our tables all season long. “This one-bowl blackberry cobbler is super easy to make with only 6 ingredients,” says Allrecipes Allstar Yolanda Gutierrez.

Margarita Bars

Once you’ve had your fill of all the blackberry and peach cobblers, go in a totally different direction for your end-of-summer potlucks. “These margarita bars are perfectly sweet, and oh, so creamy. The filling is like a cross between Key lime pie and a lemon bar, with a hint of tequila,” says recipe creator Amanda Holstein. Trust us, they’ll be the hit of the party.

Tartufo

Frozen desserts and summer go hand in hand, so we’re taking this beloved Italian classic for a spin this month. These make-ahead nostalgic ice cream treats “require some patience as there is freezing time involved,” but it’s worth the effort, according to recipe creator Craig Ruff. He also notes, “Rolling the tartufos in pistachio and cookie crumbs is extra delicious,” though you can easily sub in your favorite toppings like toasted coconut and almonds.

Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade

As the recipe page suggests, “Lemonade and cucumber juice pair perfectly in this refreshing homemade summer drink. Serve in the pitcher with cucumber and lemon slices.” The five-star reviews agree, calling this concoction “a keeper” and “so refreshing,” noting also this is “a great way to use up the cucumbers from [the] garden!” Celebrate August in style with a big batch.