As August rolls, summer historically loses its glow in my eyes. The heat and humidity in Texas is heavy, and my appetite for elaborate poolside gatherings is dwindling as the holidays are fast approaching as school holidays are coming closer. However, after starting a seasonal cooking journey, I learned that there are many beauty spots in the months after the peak of summer. At the end of summer, rewarding for the purposeful use of selected ingredients and simple recipes brings a more subtle kind of richness.
Tomatoes are at their juicy peaks, zucchini becomes an underrated hero ingredient, while stone fruits give every dish a tart sweetness that makes every dish feel a little more lively. End-of-summer recipes seek ingredients that take pride in their uncomplicatedness. First up is a recipe that celebrates this fleeting flavour. The stunning presentation is aside and they are tied to the rhythm of the season.
17 late summer recipes to close the season
Rather than lamenting the end of summer, we invite you to taste this, whether it’s a season of restoration or a chase after an adventure. Be rooted in the simple act of leaning on nutritious seasonal foods and intentionally cooking. Because in time a comfortable comfort will be summoned.
Appetizers and sides
Bake zucchini with chili mint vinaigrette
The zucchini shines on this easy appetizer that checks out every box. It is nutritious and full of flavor. Finished with a dedicated chile-mint vinaigrette that perfectly grills with the right amount of char and redefines how vegetables are served throughout the season.
Spicy corn toast
Corn is the end of summer star, and this vibrant toast proves why. The sweet kernel is layered over a crusty bread, combining a kick of fresh jalapeño and a bright squeeze of lime. It’s like a horse that disappears quickly. So don’t be surprised if you make the second round.
Garam Masala Corn Salad
Thanks to its incredible versatility, corn is an ingredient that I’ve always looked at since October and August. (Fan of the corn maze, anyone?) This vibrant salad is tossed with a warm blend of creamy avocados, sharp red onions and Indian-style spices. result? A bold, flavorful dish that comes back for a few seconds, if not a third.
Tomato salad
It’s not easier than this tomato salad. With citrus splashes, salt tips and garlic cloves, this salad is purely refreshing, like a recipe that you crave when the tomatoes are at their peak.
Avocado Caprese Salad
This salad only gets better with every toss. Avocados are not traditional caprese ingredients, but their creamy richness balances the tangy balsamic dressing with juicy tomatoes. It’s a fresh twist of classics that will both feel luxurious and perfect at the end of summer.
Main course
Vegan Red Pepper Pasta and Burnt Corn
Bright, creamy and plant-driven, this vegan red pepper pasta is the ultimate summer comfort and comfort dish. Roasted red chili peppers blend in with a creamy yet light sauce that feels luxurious without dairy products.
Grilled salmon with stone fruit salsa
This grilled salmon recipe is one of the dishes that I live in my mind without rent. With simple fresh peach salsa bursting with bright herbs and heat, these five iconic recipes are an easy way to celebrate the best flavors of the season on a plate.
Summer spaghetti with tomato, brita and basil
Juicy, sun-ripe cherry tomatoes and creamy brutta gather on top of tender spaghetti, everything lightens up with crisp fresh basil. Spaghetti this summer is simple and elegant, and is what you need on the table when the tomatoes are in their best condition at the end of summer.
The inger poached salmon with apricots
This salmon recipe allows the fish to shine with subtle herbs and light soup. An easy and elegant dish that will freshen and nourish with the addition of apricots throughout the season. Perfect for warm summer evenings when you want something light but satisfying.
Simple zucchini pasta
I enjoy this pasta all year round, but the end of summer is definitely the perfect time to make the most of your zucchini flavor. This thin ribbon of soft fruit pairs is served with vibrant garlic and lemon dressing, making it as refreshing as it is nourishing.
Roasted carrots and red pepper hummus flatbread
Crispy, flavorful and packed with fresh vegetables, this vegan flatbread is a late summer shortpper. The fully burnt crust features bright seasonal produce and drizzle of Herbie Olive Oil, making it an ideal crowd for casual gatherings or simple weekday dinners.
One Pot Spicy Vegan Corn Soup
Velvet-like and vibrant, this one-pot vegan corn soup captures the golden sweetness of the end of summer. A small number of comfortable ingredients slowly blend into the rich, calm soup, making it a kind of dish that envelops you in a comfortable comfort even if the weather isn’t yet cold.
Dessert
Peach tart tachin
This dessert is a timeless French classic with a contemporary twist. Caramel apples melt into buttery, flake-like crust, creating a rustic, refined dessert.
Crispy stone fruit with cinnamon crumble
Don’t you like to collapse in the summer sun after a day? Juicy stone fruit meets golden, spiced disintegration in this ultimate summer dessert featuring warm cinnamon and buttery oats.
Peach Crumble Ice Box Cake
There are fewer summer desserts I’ve created repeatedly than this peach icebox cake. Featuring juicy peaches, butter crumbling and creamy whip layer, this icebox cake is a great way to taste the last sweet notes of summer.
Easy Blackberry Cobbler
This cobbler bursts with juicy blackberries paired with simple, soft vanilla ice cream. A cozy, simple dessert that is warm or perfectly cooled from the oven and feels like a hug from the end of summer itself.
Strawberry and cream pablova
Pavolvas may be my new summer obsession. The outside is crispy and the inside is soft and topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. It’s a dream dessert and feels just as elegant as it is effortless.
Source: Camille Styles – camillestyles.com
