Why not beat the heat with a little Italian flair this summer? We’ve rounded up 21 summer recipes that’ll have you chilling out, Italian-style, in no time. It’s all about catching that cool Mediterranean vibe—no passport required! So, kick back, pretend you’re sipping a drink on the Amalfi Coast, and let these recipes turn up the chill factor at your next summer bash.

No Knead Italian Artisan Bread

Who’s got time for a workout when you just want a loaf of bread? This bread is so easy, even your lazy Uncle Luigi could make it with his eyes closed. It bursts onto the scene as airy as a cloud in the Italian sky, and gets that crust crunchier than your cousin’s overcooked lasagna. Just mix, wait, and bake your way to a bakery-worthy No Knead Italian Artisan Bread.
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Chicken Tortellini Soup

If Chicken Noodle had a fancy cousin, it would definitely be Chicken Tortellini Soup. Every spoonful is like stumbling upon a tasty little treasure chest, floating in a sea of savory goodness. Ideal for that cheeky summer cold or when you just want a hug from the inside. It’s like summer in a bowl, minus the sunburn and mosquito bites.
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Eggplant Tomato Stacks

Eggplant Tomato Stacks are the Jenga of the appetizer world, only way more delicious and less likely to topple over. This veggie duo is stacked up like summer vibes on a plate. Pull out your fork like you’re ready for a game of veggie Jenga! Spoiler alert: here, everybody wins.
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Creamy Italian Sausage Soup

When soup’s on the menu, make sure it’s Creamy Italian Sausage Soup – a bowl of this is like a mighty fist-bump to your soul. Spoons at the ready, because this soup will have you fighting over seconds. Thick, hearty, and richer than your Uncle Giuseppe. It’s the best kind of belly warmer for those cool summer nights by the fire pit.
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Bacon Fathead Pizza Dough

Let’s face it, everyone loves bacon, and when you toss it into a pizza dough, it’s like a high-five for your mouth. Flex your cooking muscles with zero gym time needed thanks to this revolutionary Bacon Fathead Pizza Dough. Keto fans will throw their carb counters out the window, and even carb lovers might just convert. Just roll it out, top it up, and crunch your way to pizza heaven.
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Italian Walnut Sauce Pasta

Crash land into flavor town with a dish that’s nuttier than your quirky neighbor: Italian Walnut Sauce Pasta. Say ‘ciao’ to your standard marinara and ‘hellooo’ to this rich, luscious hugs-your-pasta sauce. It’s the cooking equivalent of a cool breeze on a sweltering day. Trust me, your pasta is begging for this upgrade.
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How To Make Dehydrated Tomatoes At Home

Sun-dried tomatoes are so last season, but home-dehydrated tomatoes? Now, that’s hotter than July in Sicily! With a DIY spin on How To Make Dehydrated Tomatoes At Home, you’ll be snacking like a gourmet squirrel in no time. Forget those plain old chips; These ruby-red treasures will be your salad’s new best friend and your pantry’s secret weapon.
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Pizza Salad

Whoever said you can’t make friends with salad clearly never met Pizza Salad, the life of the party. Get ready to munch on all the pizza toppings without the delivery guy judging you. It’s a salad in a ninja costume — sneakily getting you to eat your greens while whispering ‘pizza, pizza. Just when you thought salad was boring, along comes this fiesta in a bowl.
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Italian Ricotta Cookies

Hold onto your aprons, because these fluffy Italian Ricotta Cookies will make your grandma’s recipe book look like child’s play. They come out as soft as a pillow and are ready to turn any frown upside down. Whether it’s a sunny picnic or a cozy tea time, they’re the sweet little sidekicks you didn’t know you needed. And guess what? You’ll be patting that ricotta tin with pride after baking these babies.
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Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Sandwich

Who needs a knight in shining armor when you have an Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Sandwich? You’ll swoon over the crispy chicken and go nuts for the nutty pesto – it’s fast food with a gourmet twist. Lazy Sunday afternoons just got a little less lazy and a lot more tasty. So, fire up that air fryer and show the sandwich who’s boss.
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Pesto Salmon

Here’s to the happily ever after of Pesto Salmon, where leafy greens meet the ocean’s bounty in an epic saga of yum! This dish will make you feel like you’ve just hooked the big one, without the need for a fishing pole. Perfect for when you’re feeling a little fancy but can’t be fussed to dress up. It’s a date night winner, guaranteed to impress more than your backup plan of cereal for dinner.
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Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Grilled Bruschetta Chicken is more Italian than a Vespa at the Colosseum. Seize your tongs and take your chicken on a Tuscan adventure, right in your backyard. Perfect for impressing your neighbors or just treating yourself because hey, you deserve it. Get your grill on and let the neighbors wonder if you’ve opened a trattoria.
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Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Say ciao to the creamiest dream of a salad that’s stepping up the salad game. Our beloved Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze is like capturing a summer breeze in a bowl – refreshing, light, and oh-so charming. It’s a whirlwind romance between gooey cheese and zippy balsamic that you’ll want to tell all your friends about. Pull up a chair, tear off a chunk of crusty bread, and dig in!
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Better Chicken Piccata Recipe

Ditch the ordinary and give ’em the old razzle-dazzle with this Better Chicken Piccata Recipe. It’s like your palates took a joyride down the Amalfi Coast. Light, zingy, and ready to tango with your favorite side dish. Lemons and capers might just become your new best friends after this.
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Spaghetti Casserole

When spaghetti night and casserole night have a delicious baby, you get the heart-hugging Spaghetti Casserole. There’s something about a cheesy, carb-loaded masterpiece that feels like a warm hug from your favorite aunt. Perfect for those evenings when all you want to do is Netflix and really chill. Slide this into the oven, let magic happen, and brace yourself for the ‘mmms’ and ‘aaahs’.
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Air Fryer Caprese Chicken

Air Fryer Caprese Chicken is here to level up your dinner game faster than you can say ‘mozzarella’. Fantasize about Tuscan hills while your air fryer works harder than a Renaissance artist. Juicy chicken, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil – it’s pretty much art on a plate. Oh, and there’s cheese. Lots of cheese.
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Bacon, Cheese and Spinach Tartlets

Meet the bite-sized trio of dreams: Bacon, Cheese and Spinach Tartlets. It’s like the cool kids decided to throw a party in your mouth. Small enough to pop whole into your mouth but so big on flavor you’ll want to enjoy each bite. Let’s be real, everything’s better with bacon, and these tartlets are no exception.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

Let’s get slow and low with the king of the crockpot, Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore. It’s like your slow cooker went on an Italian holiday and sent you back this postcard of a dish. Just set it, forget it, and come back to a meal that tastes like nonna’s been cooking all day. And yes, your house will smell like an Italian market – you’re welcome.
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Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes

Unleash the inner lazy chef with a dish that’s as simple as it is delizioso: Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes. It’s like that summer fling with Italy you’ve been dreaming about, minus the airfare. Throw together some pasta, and dollop on the ricotta, and it’s amore at first bite. Fine dining? More like fine doing almost nothing.
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Baked Pesto Salmon

Have you ever wanted to just wrap yourself in pesto? Me neither, but with Baked Pesto Salmon, you’ll get pretty close to that dream. This dish will make you want to stand on a table and sing operatic praises. Serving up this baby means you’re officially the boss of ‘fancy yet freakishly simple’.
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Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

Swap your traditional risotto for an Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet and watch carb guilt fly out the window. You’ll be twirling your fork around this umami bomb, wondering why you hadn’t tried it sooner. It’s a one-pan wonder that’ll give you more time to pretend you’re sipping wine in a Venetian gondola. Go ahead, take a bite and let out an ‘Mamma Mia!’
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