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If you’re looking for some delicious 4th of July recipes, you’ll find some of my favorites below. They are all quick & easy to prepare, and will be a hit with your friends and family.

flag cake, popsicle, mocktail, and berry crisp for fourth of july.

Here are some of my favorites to try, that are naturally red, white, and blue. (No artificial food dyes required!)

Salads & Sides

If you’re attending a potluck or a picnic, these healthy recipes can be made ahead of time for your convenience.

healthy potato salad in serving bowl.
No Mayo Potato Salad
4.86 from 7 votes
This healthy Potato Salad is tossed with a refreshing herby dressing, instead of using mayo. It's ultra-flavorful and will quickly be the hit of your next party or gathering!
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cabbage salad in bowl with tongs
Sweet Sesame-Lime Cabbage Salad
4.87 from 65 votes
This Cabbage Salad is lightly sweet and tangy, tossed in an easy sesame-lime dressing. It's a delicious alternative to creamy coleslaw and makes the perfect side dish or main course topped with your favorite protein.
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spinach strawberry salad tossed with balsamic dressing on an oval plate.
Spinach Strawberry Salad Recipe
5 from 7 votes
This is the summer salad you'll want to make on repeat! Fresh spinach, strawberries, red onion, crunchy almonds, and feta cheese are all tossed in an easy balsamic vinaigrette you'll love.
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vegan queso with toppings and tortilla chips.
Vegan Cashew Queso
4.78 from 80 votes
This Vegan Queso dip tastes like the classic version made with a melted block of orange cheese, but it gets its creaminess from cashews, instead! It's the perfect dip for tortilla chips, and also makes a delicious topping for nachos, burrito bowls, and more.
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broccoli salad in a white bowl overhead
Broccoli Salad Recipe (No Mayo!)
5 from 12 votes
This Broccoli Salad recipe is quick & easy, featuring cranberries, sunflower seeds, and a creamy dressing. It's perfect for potlucks and meal prep!
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vegan spinach artichoke dip in skillet
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
5 from 27 votes
This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip is dairy-free and tastes like the original! It's the perfect healthy dip for a party, made without cheese or sour cream.
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carrot salad in glass bowl with spatula
Sweet & Crunchy Carrot Salad
4.92 from 12 votes
This Carrot Salad is quick and easy to prepare, and makes the perfect recipe to bring to a potluck. I love the addition of raisins and crunchy pecans!
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Lentil salad eaten with a fork on a white plate.
Best Lentil Salad
4.95 from 58 votes
This Lentil Salad is loaded with veggies and plant-based protein and will make your taste buds do a happy dance! It's an easy make-ahead meal you can eat straight from the fridge.
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Main Entrees

These recipes are hearty, yet quick and easy to prepare. You can prepare them the night before and reheat them, so you’re not cooking too much over the holiday weekend.

healthy burger sliced in half with toothpick.
Healthy Burgers
5 from 9 votes
These healthy burgers are made with lean ground beef and lentils, for extra fiber and nutrients in each bite, but you can't tell just by tasting them!
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sweet potato black bean burger cooked on a baking sheet.
Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers
5 from 13 votes
Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers are the perfect way to use up a leftover sweet potato, with no food processor required.
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chicken burger in lettuce wrap
Healthy Chicken Burgers (Low-Carb & Paleo)
5 from 14 votes
These healthy Chicken Burgers take just 20 minutes to prepare, for a fast protein-packed meal. You can serve them with a lettuce wrap instead of a bun to keep them gluten-free and properly combined.
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curried chicken salad in lunch box
Curried Chicken Salad (No Mayo!)
4.84 from 12 votes
This healthy Curried Chicken Salad is an easy packed lunch, made with avocado, curry powder, and fresh veggies. I love how flavorful it is!
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veggie burgers on white plates
Best Veggie Burger Recipe
4.93 from 27 votes
Here's how to make veggie burgers, without using eggs or flour! This recipe has a great texture and flavor, so you won't miss the meat at all.
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jackfruit bbq sandwich closeup
Jackfruit Pulled Pork
4.95 from 18 votes
Here’s how to make Jackfruit Pulled Pork! It’s an easy vegetarian alternative, cooked in a homemade BBQ sauce, that’s perfect for topping sandwiches and salads. No soy or gluten.
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ratatouille
Easy Ratatouille
5 from 11 votes
Ratatouille is an easy cooked vegetable dish that you can serve as a side dish or main course. It's the best way to use up summer produce!
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Desserts

No holiday is complete without a delicious dessert, right? The following recipes include a variety of cold & refreshing treats for a hot summer day, along with a few options that are easier to pack for a crowd.

oat flour flag cake topped with berries
Flag Cake
5 from 3 votes
This patriotic cake is baked in a rectangular pan for a "flag shape" and then topped with fresh berries to look like an American Flag! It's perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or any summer party.
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coffee ice cream scooped out of pan
Coffee Ice Cream
4.91 from 21 votes
This Coffee Ice Cream is dairy-free, and tastes just as delicious as the traditional version. Made with just 3 simple ingredients, this cashew ice cream will be your new favorite.
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Chocolate almond flour cupcake topped with frosting and heart sprinkles.
Chocolate Almond Flour Cupcakes
4.92 from 35 votes
Chocolate Almond Flour Cupcakes are amazingly fluffy and gluten-free. You'd never know they are naturally sweetened just by tasting them!
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gluten-free peach crisp with ice cream
Gluten-Free Peach Crisp (Vegan & Paleo)
4.76 from 33 votes
This healthy Peach Crisp is my favorite summer dessert! I love how the topping get nice and crisp, without using refined flour or sugar.
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paleo berry crisp overhead with ice cream and spoon
Paleo Berry Crisp
5 from 6 votes
This Paleo Berry Crisp is an easy summer dessert, made with any fresh berries that you have on hand. It's naturally sweetened and grain-free, and is perfect for a patriotic holiday, like Fourth of July or Memorial Day.
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Party Drinks

two mocktails in front of a peach background.
Easy Mocktail Recipe
5 from 3 votes
This mocktail recipe calls for just 3 ingredients, for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink! It tastes like a cocktail and won't leave you with a hangover.
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honey lemonade in 2 glasses.
Honey Lemonade
5 from 3 votes
Honey Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink you can make with just 3 simple ingredients. It's naturally sweet and tastes just as delicious as the version made with white sugar.
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orange infused water with extra orange slices on marble
Orange Infused Water
4.94 from 16 votes
A refreshing twist on regular water!
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basil lemonade in glass with yellow straw
Fresh Basil Lemonade
5 from 4 votes
Basil lemonade is a refreshing summer drink, made with only 3 ingredients. Naturally sweetened and vegan-friendly.
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I hope you’ll find this round-up of recipes helpful for your 4th of July festivities, or any summer event you have coming up!

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Megan Gilmore

Hi, I’m Megan. A former fast food junkie turned best-selling cookbook author. As a Certified Nutritionist Consultant (CNC), I love to make healthier food using simple ingredients. I test these recipes multiple times in my kitchen to make sure they will turn out perfectly for you.

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