Summer Favorites

"Springtime in a bowl" is what Rach says about this lemony, well-seasoned, vegetarian-friendly pasta dish.

What could be more refreshing and easy than this watermelon salad?!

Add Spanish flavors to traditionally Mexican tacos! Try serving with a saffron rice salad and green bean salad; top with Grilled Romesco Sauce.

Now here’s something different for a meat and potatoes dish! This recipe uses a nice affordable, quick-cooking cut of steak, but allow a few hours for it to marinate.

Fresh summer tomatoes and the sharp citrus flavors in Rach’s tomato raw sauce are a refreshing contrast to crunchy beef cutlets.

This recipe was tested by thousands of school students from coast to coast as part of a collaboration between Yum-o! and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Originally created to be served in schools, we’ve adapted the recipe here for you to try at home. Would you like to see this recipe on your school lunch menu? Visit the Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s website to learn how!

A trio of bright green fresh herbs highlights pasta with rainbow chard infused with citrus zest and juices.

Savor the flavors of spinach and artichokes tossed with cheese tortellini, tuna and a lemon and EVOO dressing.

This colorful and juicy salad will be a hit all summer long!

Dinner’s on a stick tonight! You can make these kebabs on an outdoor grill or inside using a grill pan. Serve with Orzo Side Salad.

Serve this pasta salad with Pork and Veggie Kebabs or other favorite grilled meats.

A sassy ranch dressing is delicious on turkey burgers with bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and – surprise! – radishes.

This slaw goes well with a variety of meals, especially burgers and sliders!

Pack your own fresh and fabulous pitas for travel by plane, train or automobile. Try Rach’s Veggies and Dip on the Go as well!

Tote these healthy snacks with you for travel, but keep them handy for ready to eat snacks at home, too. Check out Rach’s Mediterranean Pitas for another on-the-go recipe.