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.
Here are some of my favorites to try, that are naturally red, white, and blue. (No artificial food dyes required!)
If you’re attending a potluck or a picnic, these healthy recipes can be made ahead of time for your convenience.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.