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]]> Grilled chicken is one of those foods that can get boring, fast! In the summer, it’s so easy to make on the grill, though, especially if you’re doing meal prep. If you need a new recipe or have some leftover grilled chicken to use up, you should try this Peach Caprese Grilled Chicken. It’s so easy to make, but it tastes like something you’d get at a restaurant. The fresh ingredients make it the perfect summer recipe or summer dinner idea. I love adding peaches to recipes during the summer for a fun and healthy twist on different recipes. The sweet and savory combination is one of my favorites! Let me know if you try this one; it makes a great outdoor meal idea!

What You Will Need For This Recipe:

Chicken Breasts 

Peach

Fresh Mozzarella

Basil  

Balsamic vinegar 

Coconut sugar

Other Healthy Recipes To Try:

Frozen Peach Lemonade

You’re going to want to bookmark this 4 Ingredient Frozen Peach Lemonade 🍑🍋 It’s the most refreshing drink to enjoy poolside or after a hot day in the sun. I love making fun lemonades in the summer, and this one is made with healthy, fresh ingredients like peaches, honey, and lemons. You can mix it up in a just a few minutes and have a delicious frozen drink! This has seriously gotten me through those brutal summer afternoons after being outside – it’s so hydrating. I know kids would love it, too. Let me know if you decide to mix up this fun frozen peach lemonade!

Caprese Pesto Chicken Tortilla Cups

You have to try these Caprese Pesto Chicken Tortilla Cups! They make a perfect 15 minute meal for a picnic or easy dinner at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have these ready to go for a party or get-together as an appetizer or side dish. I know they will be a hit! Something about bite-sized and mini foods is just so satisfying to eat. These are no exception! It’s a great recipe for those nights where you don’t feel like doing much work in the kitchen. They’re on repeat for me, so let me know how you like them.

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Calling all buffalo chicken lovers! This is a fun, healthy twist on a classic party snack. These buffalo chicken stuffed peppers are so easy to put together. They make for an easy weeknight dinner – or, you can serve for any occasion. You’ll definitely kick it up a notch; plus, there are lots of ways to customize based on your preferences.

Peach Caprese Grilled Chicken

 Peach Caprese Grilled Chicken 🍑

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Serves
2
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Ingredients

2 chicken breasts

1 peach 

2 oz fresh mozzarella 

2 tbsp fresh basil  

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 

1 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar 

Method

1) Grill the chicken however you normally do. I like to use my indoor grill pan when it’s this hot. I brush mine with olive oil, salt, & pepper 

2) While the chicken cooks, combine the balsamic vinegar and coconut sugar on the stovetop. Let it simmer for 15 minutes until it thickens up, stir occasionally. 

3) When the chicken is done, top each piece with fresh mozzarella, peaches, basil, & balsamic glaze 

4) Enjoy! This makes 2 servings. 

5) It pairs perfectly with a salad

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]]> Pasta salad does it again! This summer pasta salad will quickly become a go-to easy, healthy lunch for you. It’s perfect for meal prep, for an office lunch, or just a simple no-heat option on those hot days when you just want something you can grab out of the fridge. Pasta salads are one of my favorite recipes because you can customize them in so many different ways. I made this one with roasted corn, bacon, & the creamiest pesto! Perfect summer flavors and ingredients. You can use whatever pasta you want and add any extra veggies that sound good. Let me know what you think if you try this summer pasta salad! 

What You Will Need For This Recipe:

Pasta

Corn

Tomatoes

Bacon

Red onions

Avocado

Feta

Greek yogurt 

Pesto

Other Healthy Recipes To Make:

Salmon Pasta Salad

Salmon pasta salad, a recipe packed with protein & veggies! I used chickpea pasta to give it some extra protein but you’ll get plenty from the salmon.

Vegan Spinach & Artichoke Dip

This vegan spinach and artichoke dip is a delicious appetizer that is perfect for a get together or football sunday recipe. You might want to make a double batch, just a warning. It’s made with cashews and coconut milk as the base. It also reheats well so I’ve been snacking on this all week!

Chicken Teriyaki Pineapple Bowls

If this recipe doesn’t scream summer, I don’t know what does. While taking a tropical vacation isn’t really an option right now, recreating tropical meals at home is! Get in the summer spirit with these chicken teriyaki pineapple boats. They’re so fun and actually really simple. They take about 20 minutes to throw together. Eating out of a pineapple is 10x better than eating off a boring ole plate!

Air Fryer Buffalo Tofu Bites

A delicious and fun plant based recipe that you can make for dinner, as an appetizer, or even a healthy snack! We’re trying to do more meatless dinners over here but it can get boring if you rely on the same recipe as your go to. I definitely fall into that habit. Well the good thing is nothing is boring about these air fryer buffalo tofu bites ! Even if you fall into the rut of making them over and over again (which you might because they’re amazing).

Summer Pasta Salad

The best summer pasta salad ☀With roasted corn, bacon, & the creamiest pesto! I’m in love with this recipe!

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Serves
8
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Ingredients

Ingredients:

* 10 ounces pasta of choice orecchiette pasta or other short pasta

* 1 cup of corn, cooked. I like to air fry corn on the cob then cut it off. This is about 2 ears of corn! 

* 1/2 cup tomatoes 

* 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled 

* 1/4 cup diced red onions 

* 1 avocado, diced 

* 1/4 cup feta cheese 

Pesto:

1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 

1/2 cup pesto (I like the vegan pesto from Trader Joe’s) 

Method

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. 

When it’s done, rinse and let cool. 

Combine all of the ingredients besides the Greek yogurt and pesto into a large bowl. Stir together 

In a small bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt & pesto together 

Add the creamy pesto to the salad & mix together 

Enjoy! 

This makes enough for about 7-8 people 

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]]> https://choosingbalance.com/summer-pasta-salad/feed/ 0 4th of July Caprese Salad https://choosingbalance.com/4th-of-july-pasta-salad/ https://choosingbalance.com/4th-of-july-pasta-salad/#respond Thu, 06 Jul 2023 21:45:15 +0000 https://choosingbalance.com/?p=10919 I love creating fun recipes for holidays that are on-theme! This 4th of July Caprese Salad is a delicious, healthy, and patriotic dish for any gathering, pool party, grill out, or BBQ. It’s made with fresh ingredients that taste like summer and will go great with any outdoor event. It’s...

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]]> I love creating fun recipes for holidays that are on-theme! This 4th of July Caprese Salad is a delicious, healthy, and patriotic dish for any gathering, pool party, grill out, or BBQ. It’s made with fresh ingredients that taste like summer and will go great with any outdoor event. It’s a fun twist on the classic caprese salad, and the best part is that you can put it together in just a few minutes. It couldn’t be an easier or more fun recipe! How could you not love star-shaped mozzarella?? I know it will be a hit with everyone!

What You Will Need For This Recipe:

Blueberries

Cherry tomatoes

Fresh mozzarella

Basil

Balsamic vinegar

Olive oil

Salt & pepper

Other Healthy Recipes To Make:

Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Cinnamon rolls will forever be a breakfast favorite over here. We used to eat those canned Pillsbury cinnamon rolls on holidays. My mom would make extra icing to put on top and you can’t convince me there’s anything better than extra icing. If you’re looking for a healthy way to recreate cinnamon rolls at home but don’t want to go through all the trouble of actually making them- these muffins are your answer. These cinnamon roll muffins are paleo, gluten free, and absolutely delicious.

Other Fourth of July Recipes:

Sharing a roundup of my favorite snacks, desserts, side dishes, and main dishes for the long weekend ahead! Click on the title of each recipe and it will take you straight to the recipe. Hope you all have a safe long weekend. Enjoy these Fourth of July Recipes!

Bacon, Avocado, & Roasted Corn Salad

A flavorful, healthy side dish to spice up the normal salad you’d bring to a bbq or cookout. This bacon, avocado, and roasted corn salad is packed with flavor but doesn’t require much work to make. Now when you say you’re bringing the salad, you can surprise people with this tasty dish!

Salmon Pasta Salad

Salmon pasta salad, a recipe packed with protein & veggies! I used chickpea pasta to give it some extra protein but you’ll get plenty from the salmon.

4th of July Caprese Salad

The easiest Fourth of July appetizer! Blueberry, mozzarella, tomatoes, & basil caprese salad. It takes just a few minutes to throw together.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Serves
8
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Ingredients

1 cup blueberries

2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into 1/4s

8 ounces fresh mozzarella, optional to cut into stars 

2 tbsp fresh basil

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste

Method

Assemble the tomatoes, basil, blueberries, mozzarella, & spices into a bowl 

Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic on top & toss to mix 

Arrange on a plate & serve!

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