Fun Summer Recipes

It’s the middle of summer and if you’re falling short on fun new ideas for your meals, you have come to the right place.

Below you can find three incredible, nutrient-dense recipes that include SNAP-eligible ingredients. Don’t forget that you can adapt these recipes to your family’s needs and tastes.

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California Avocado Super Summer Wrap

In this refreshing seasonal wrap, creamy avocado serves as both a base for the dressing and a satisfying filling, perfectly pairing with sweet  blueberries, crisp carrots, arugula and savory chicken.

Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

1 ripe avocado (seeded, peeled, and cut into chunks)
1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup carrots (grated)
1/4 cup red onion (chopped)
2 cups fresh arugula (chopped)
12 ounces cooked chicken breast (cubed)
4 8″ whole wheat tortillas

Directions

1. Make the dressing: Mash half the avocado chunks with yogurt and lime juice in a medium bowl.
2. Mix the filling: Add remaining filling ingredients, including the rest of the avocado chunks; mix gently.
3. Assemble: Top each tortilla with 1/4 of the filling mixture.
4. Roll and Serve: Roll and tuck in ends. Slice in half diagonally, securing with toothpicks, if needed.

Source: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/nutrition-education/snap-ed-recipes/summer-recipes

Nutrition information not available from USDA as of July 22nd, 2026.

Somali Summer Salad

A delicious, vibrant salad to serve when summer vegetables are at their peak. Pairs great with grilled meat, fish, or tofu.

Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 apples
2 green peppers
3 tomatoes
2 cucumbers
salt and pepper (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together  oil and lemon juice.
2. Dice all the fruits and vegetables and then add to the bowl. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
3. Add salt and pepper to taste (optional).
4. Serve chilled.
5. Best served within 24 hours.

Source: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/nutrition-education/snap-ed-recipes/summer-recipes

Nutrition information not available from USDA as of July 22nd, 2026.

Peach Crisp

The perfect dessert when peaches are in season. Simple to prepare but absolutely scrumptious.

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

4 peaches (sliced, about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Slice the peaches.
3. Spread the peach slices on the bottom of the baking pan.
4. Melt the margarine in a saucepan.
5. In a small bowl, mix everything but the peaches. Stir until the mix is well blended.
6. Sprinkle the oat mix on top of the peaches.
7. Bake for 20 minutes and serve.

Source: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/nutrition-education/snap-ed-recipes/summer-recipes

Nutrition information not available from USDA as of July 22nd, 2026.

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