31 Seasonal Recipes to Cook in August

Happy *almost* August! Actually wondering how it’s August already, but here we are.

You know what time it is — time to stock up on all of the delicious produce that the rest of summer has to offer and get some delicious recipes on your table.

collage of recipes to cook in august

What’s in season in August?

Peach and tomato season are in full force, and I couldn’t be more excited. You know I’ve got you covered on sneaking zucchini into pretty much any recipe you can think of. Be sure to stock up on:

P.S. did you know we have dedicated ingredient pages? YES! Click any of the produce names above to see all of those recipes, or head to our Recipe Index to filter by even more.

Scroll through and try something new this month with all of the seasonal produce! These delicious salads, bright and flavorful dinners and wonderful baked goods are perfect for enjoying outdoors or meal prepping for busy weeks.

If you make any of these seasonal recipes be sure to leave a comment to let me know how you liked it, or snap a pic and tag #ambitiouskitchen on Instagram. Enjoy, xo!

zucchini carrot muffins next to a mug of coffee

Breakfast

Morning Glory Zucchini Carrot Muffins

Pretty in Pink Peach Smoothie

Healthy Zucchini Bread

Cottage Cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancakes

Coconut Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie (with sneaky veggies)

Savory Chicken Sausage, Egg and Cheese Muffins (keto + low carb)

sesame chicken salad on a platter

Lunch

Avocado Peach Tomato Salad with Dilly Tahini Dressing

Creamy Vegan Corn Chowder

Peach Brussels Sprouts Crunch Salad with Creamy Tahini Poppy Seed Dressing

Homemade Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad

Summer Peach Spinach Salad with Avocado, Toasted Almonds + Goat Cheese

dipping a chip into homemade tomato salsa

Apps & Sides

Tony’s Ridiculously Easy Homemade Salsa

How to Make Green Rice

Spicy Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

Avocado Peach Salsa

How to Grill Fruit (2 different ways!)

brown butter corn pasta in a bowl with a fork

Dinner

Creamy Sweet Corn & Brown Butter Ricotta Pasta

Chipotle Lime Salmon Tacos

Zucchini Mac and Cheese

Greek Chicken Kabobs

Pesto Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Sheet Pan Zucchini Chicken Meatballs with Coconut Curry Sauce

Mango Chicken Stir-Fry

chocolate zucchini cake topped with raspberries

Summer Treats

Chocolate Zucchini Cake (healthy + gluten free)

Coconut Lime Margarita

Paleo Zucchini Banana Bread Bars

Spiked Tropical Green Juice (aka Green Margarita)

White Chocolate Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

Healthy Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread (nut free, vegan & gluten free!)

Spiked Cherry Limeade

If you make any of these seasonal recipes be sure to leave a comment to let me know how you liked it, or snap a pic and tag #ambitiouskitchen on Instagram. Enjoy, xo!