July Things - Grilling + The BEST Summer Salads!

Friends, it’s HOT outside. Like way hotter than usual. But hey, that’s to be expected as we head into the middle of summer! June flew by in about two seconds and July is already here. Today we’re diving into summer gatherings and fun, refreshing recipes (as well as a full update on our house progress). Here’s what’s going on in the month of July!

1. The BEST Summer Salads

Moroccan Chickpea Carrot Salad

A top shot of a large bowl of carrot chickpea salad with feta cheese and a slice of lemon.

Spicy Radish Summer Quinoa Salad

Sun-Dried Tomato & Arugula Lentil Salad

Fig & Goat Cheese Salad

Spicy Southwest Salad Recipe

Top shot of Spicy Southwest Salad (Chick-Fil-A Copycat Recipe) in a white bowl.

2. Summer Entertaining

This is the best time to invest in summer entertaining because it’s when everything seems to go on sale! Here are a few of my favorite things for summer entertaining:

I always say I’m going to host summer gatherings and then before I know it summer has passed. Even with moving this summer, it’s my goal to have friends over at least a couple of times! Don’t let summer pass you by without hosting a summer gathering, friends. It’s worth the effort!

3. Favorite Easy Grilling Recipes

And speaking of summer gatherings, these easy grilling recipes are perfect for hangout with friends, family, or just a delicious everyday meal idea!

4. Delicious Desserts

These wholesome summer desserts are perfect for fun cookouts, gatherings, or just something to do with the kids!

Gluten-Free Healthy Rhubarb Muffins

Homemade Creamy Peach Popsicles

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

Close up of Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake on a white plate.

Wholesome Peach Muffins Recipe

Lemon Sweet Tea Popsicles

Hand hold close up of sweet tea popsicle.

The BEST Vegan Zucchini Bread

Across shot of vegan zucchini bread sliced on a cooling rack.

5. House Update – We’re Moving!

Friends, it’s FINALLY time. We’re moving!!

We’ve been building a house for 1.5 years now, and beyond ready to be in our home. In case you missed the latest house update, we have finished up the final touches and are finally ready to close. We also sold our first home (sweet ol’ Edna) last month, so it’s been an exciting and busy time. Now for the second phase of moving: finding furniture and making our new house a home!