The unspoken truths of the summer come with their own informal rulebook, which officially began on Saturday. You will be one step closer to a successful summer if you commit these to memory! Rule #1: Grill whenever (and whatever) possible. This includes any and all of your favorite proteins, vegetables, and meats! Rule number two: Take advantage of the season’s fresh produce. This can be said of any season, but is especially true of summer’s flavorful fruits and veggies.
Rule #3: Stay hydrated! When you’re outside, sip on your favorite cool drinks to beat the heat. Imagine if we told you that you could combine all three of these suggestions into a winning summer plan. You can incorporate your favorite grilled meats and seasonal fruits and vegetables with creative food and drink pairings, as well as include delectable beverages that go well with each dish. Check out a few examples below!
#1: Crouton Cups with Strawberry Fields Salad and Homemade Lemonade Strawberry Fields Salad Crouton Cups with Lemonade
Pairings for Summer Food and Drink Summer and lemonade go hand in hand. This quintessential refreshment is also the perfect companion for a fresh and fruity appetizer like this strawberry fields salad. For an added burst of strawberry flavor, try making a strawberry-lemonade variation (recipe below)!
Crouton Cups, Chopped Salad, and Strawberry Fields Crouton Cups with Strawberry Fields Salad This summer salad is made portable with cute flower-shaped crouton cups made with Martin’s Potato Bread—perfect for backyard picnics and al fresco dining. This summer, fruity flavors like fresh strawberries and dried cranberries should be combined with savory bacon crumbles, sliced red onion, goat cheese, and pecans on a bed of mixed greens and drizzled with a straightforward vinaigrette. Make lemonade at home with it (recipe is below).
